Main Info
Overview and Highlights
This amazing trek runs next to the spectacular snow-capped “Apu” of Ausangate (6.372m/20900ft) and takes you over mountain passes, awesome mountain scenery, remote Andean villages, hot springs and turquoise lakes. This is an unforgettable hike recommended for lovers of high mountain trekking searching for an intense experience in still untouched areas and wild, extreme nature. This is also one of the very few treks in the world, which allows to spot wild vicuñas in its natural habitat.
It is a fantastic and lesser-known trek around the sacred snow-capped mountain (“Apu”) of Ausangate (6,384 masl / 20,945 fasl) that takes you to mountain passes, breathtaking mountain scenery, remote Andean villages, hot springs and turquoise lakes. Ausangate, a five-day trek, is an unforgettable trek recommended for mountain lovers looking for an intense experience in remote areas and wild nature.
What is included
- Professional bilingual tour guide.
- Assistant tour guide (for groups of 9 or More people).
- Transportation – bus to kilometer 82 and train back (train service to Ollantaytambo).
- Collection from Ollantaytambo train station (on day 4).
- Water (you need to bring water for the first morning then we will provide you with drinking – previously boiled – water).
- 3 breakfasts, 3 lunches, 3 afternoon snacks, 3 dinners and various snacks to be eaten throughout the day (breakfast on day 1 + lunch in Aguas Calientes are not included).
- Dining tent with tables and chairs. Cook.
- 4-man tent (per 2 people).
- Foam sleeping mattress.
- Porters: They carry cooking and camping equipment (FOAM MATTRESS AND CAMPING TENT).
- First Aid kit.
Vegetarian Option Available At No Extra Cost!!!.
Note:Each Hiker Will Be Responsible To Carry Their Personal Belongings, Sleeping Bag Or Any Extra Rentals.
What is not included
- Breakfast on the first day and dinner on the last day.
- Tips or Gratuities
- Travel Insurance (strongly recommended)
- Items of a personal nature
- Any additional extras
What to bring and advices
- It is really important that you arrive to Cusco at least 2 days prior the trek, in order to acclimatize to the altitude. You can take personal medication which You can get at the drugstore there are many around the main street Av El Sol or near to the main square of Cusco.
- Please make sure to inform us about your health/food/physical restrictions in advance so we can prepare them for you.
- In case you need to pay the remaining balance, it is advisable to take some cash. You can get some money from the ATM machine that are located in the centre of the City of Cusco.
- Be always ready for rain and cold, take some rain poncho water proof clothes and warm clothes. Proper hiking boots.
- Insect repellent, some mosquitos are really annoyed specially at lower altitude.
- A light day pack with a change of clothes for the whole period of the trek – prepare for a vast range of changes in temperature.
- Rain gear (jacket and pants if available) or rain poncho. Plastic ponchos can be bought for about $1 in Cusco.
- Strong footwear, waterproof trekking boots recommended.
- Warm clothes, including jacket, fleeces, gloves, scarf and beanie/touk. Thermal clothing is also recommended, especially for sleeping.
- Camera, films and batteries (batteries consume more quickly under cold conditions).
- Hat or cap to protect you from the sun, rain and cold.
- Sun block.
- After-sun cream or hydrating cream for face and body.
- Insect repellent – minimum recommended 20% DEET – although no malaria risk has been reported.
- Snacks: biscuits, energy bars, chocolate, raw fruits, muesli, etc.
- Non-disposable canteen (Nalgene type) and water for the first morning.
- We advise you to bring water sterilizing tablets in case you collect water from streams.
- Your own medical kit with any special medications that you might require, paracetamol, second skin for blisters etc.
- Small towel or sarong.
- Bathers/swimsuit (if you intend on swimming in hot springs).
- Cash – sufficient for snacks, tips and souvenirs.
- Original passport & ISIC (International Student Identity Card) if you have one.
- Binoculars (if you have them).
