Ausangate and Rainbow Mountain 5 Days

Details of the experience

Duration:

5 Days / 4 Nights

Difficulty:

High Difficulty

Maximum Altitude:

Maximum Altitude: 17,060 ft (5,200 masl)

Max Group:

16 people

Transport:

Included: (Private transportation Cusco – Tinki – Cusco)

Tickets:

Incluye entradas.

Itinerary

Departure from your hotel in Cusco followed by a 3-hour drive to the town of Tinki, where the first lunch will be served. Begin an approximately 4-hour trek toward Upis, featuring spectacular landscapes and encounters with locals in traditional dress. The Upis campsite offers a privileged view of Ausangate Mountain and the option to visit the hot springs. In the evening, enjoy coffee and dinner under a starry sky. Estimated hiking time: 4 hours.
Campsite altitude: approx. 13,450 ft (4,100 masl).

Ascent to the Arapa Pass (15,748 ft / 4,800 m) followed by a 3-hour descent passing the Yanacocha and Puma Cocha lagoons, where lunch will be served. Continue toward the second pass (16,076 ft / 4,900 m) with sightings of alpacas, llamas, vicuñas, and local communities. Descend to Ausangate Lake to spend the night at the campsite. Estimated hiking time: 6 to 7 hours.
Campsite altitude: approx. 14,764 ft (4,500 masl).

Begin the ascent to Palomani Pass (17,060 ft / 5,200 m), the highest point of the trek, featuring spectacular views of the Vilcanota mountain range. Descend to the lunch spot for a brief rest, then continue toward Pampakancha for dinner and an overnight stay at the campsite. Estimated hiking time: 6 to 7 hours.
Campsite altitude: approx. 14,107 ft (4,300 masl).

Progress through a wide valley where you will encounter local villagers and camelid herds. Ascend to the Q’ampa pass (15,091 ft / 4,600 m) with views of Lake Ticllacocha, where we will stop for lunch. Travel across the Pachaspata plain until reaching the campsite next to Lake Q’omercocha. Estimated hiking time: 5 to 6 hours.
Campsite altitude: approx. 14,764 ft (4,500 masl).

Descent to the village of Pacchanta, surrounded by stunning Andean landscapes. Continue to Tinki, the final point of the trek. Private transfer back to the city of Cusco. Estimated hiking time: 4 to 5 hours.
Final altitude: approx. 12,467 ft (3,800 masl).

Includes

Pre-trip briefing at the Agency before departure.
Hotel pick-up on the morning of the trip.
Professional bilingual guide (English, Spanish, Quechua).
Entrance ticket to the Reserve Area.
Two-person tents.
Sleeping pads to be placed under your sleeping bag.
Cook and kitchen equipment in charge of preparing meals throughout the route.
Meals as indicated in the itinerary (vegetarian options available).
Muleteer and horses (for camping equipment and 5kg of passenger belongings).
Emergency horse that can be used if you feel tired or ill.
Dining tent with table and chairs, and a kitchen tent.
First aid kit and oxygen.
Bus transportation (Cusco – Tinki – Cusco).

Does not include

Not Included

Breakfast in the morning before departure
Entrance fees to the hot springs
Sleeping bag
Tips for the guide, cook, and pack animals
An additional horse if you have too much luggage. Cost: $10 per day

Recommendations

It is recommended to arrive in Cusco at least 2 days in advance to acclimatize to the altitude. Bring comfortable walking clothes, sunscreen, a hat, and a reusable water bottle.
Personal hygiene items
Comfortable shoes, preferably trekking shoes
Personal medication and original passport
Water bottle and purification tablets
Raincoat during the rainy season (October to March)
Headlamp, camera, and extra batteries
Swimsuit
Insect repellent
Sunscreen or sunblock
Hats for sun protection
Toilet paper, small towel
Snacks: cookies, chocolate, etc.
Horses (to carry tents, food, and cooking equipment)
Trekking poles