Ausangate, Rainbow Mountain, and Red Valley Trek

After a 5:30 am pick up from your hotel, we’ll drive you to the Pukuni school, where you’ll be greeted with a warm breakfast.

We’ll then start the Ausangate Trek with a 4 hour gradual uphill hike to the base of Ausangate mountain, Upis. Along your journey, you’ll see fauna of all kinds from llamas, alpacas, guanacos, to vicuñas. You’ll be able to soak up the sweeping vistas of the Andes, all while our expert guides share insights into the life and culture of Peru.

Upon reaching Upis, you’ll find your campsite all set up and ready for you to dine on a warm scrumptious lunch and enjoy a short siesta. Then, as the day draws to a close, you’ll take a dip in the hot springs of the highlands. Immerse yourself in relaxation with the warm waters working their healing magic as you stargaze under the Andean night sky.

• Difficulty:: Easy
• Distance:: 7 km / 4 miles
• Altitude:: 3,400 m / 11,155 ft. above sea level
• Time:: 6 hours
• Weather:: Cold and windy
• Meals:: Breakfast / Lunch / Dinner
• Accommodation: : Camping

On day two, we’ll wake you up with a hot cup of tea brought straight to your tent. After a hearty breakfast prepared by our local chefs, we’ll start the day’s trek with a 2 hour uphill hike to Condor Pass where you’ll see llamas, alpacas, and wild vicuñas, exclusive to the Andean uplands. You’ll also see viscachas, or wild rabbits, Andean geese, and lovebirds frolicking amidst the sprawling greenery.

We’ll then descend down to Pucacocha for 2 hours and take in the ethereal beauty of the lake set against a backdrop of the Pucacocha Mountain.

After a quick pit stop for lunch, we’ll set off for another 3 hour adventurous hike before reaching the snow-capped summit of Warmisaya at 5,200 m / 17,060 ft. above sea level. Along your journey to Warmisaya, you’ll be confronted with crystal clear water lakes trickling in from the Ausangate Glacier and a stunning view of the mountains.

A 30 minute walk from Warmisaya will take you to Yanacocha, a gold mine in the Northern Highlands of Peru, which will be your campsite for the night. Upon arrival, you’ll enjoy teatime and dinner followed by a much deserved night of rest and relaxation.

• Difficulty:: Moderate
• Distance:: 16 km / 10 miles
• Altitude:: 4,140 m / 13,582 ft. above sea level
• Time:: 9 hours
• Weather:: Cold and windy
• Meals:: Breakfast / Lunch / Dinner
• Accommodation: : Camping

On the last day of your Ausangate Trek in Peru, you’ll be woken up with a hot cup of tea. Breakfast will be served once you are ready. Then we’ll start the day’s adventure with a 1 hour gradual uphill hike and ascend Rainbow Mountain, also known as Vinicunca which lies 5,036 m / 16,522 ft. above sea level, amidst the Andean mountain range.

The Rainbow Mountain Peru, looking as though adorned in Joseph’s technicolor dreamcoat, is a truly spectacular sight. Once we arrive, your guide will show you the best spots for taking photos.

We’ll then traverse across Rainbow Mountain over to the lookout of the Red Valley which offers incredible terracotta views of the Andes.

We’ll then gradually descend downhill to Phulawasipata, the last stop on your itinerary, which lies 4,626 m / 15,177 ft. above sea level, where you will enjoy a delicious lunch before our private transportation whisks you back to Cusco.

• Difficulty:: Easy
• Distance:: 8 km / 5 miles
• Altitude:: 4,626 m / 15,177 ft. above sea level
• Time:: 8 hours
• Weather:: Cold and windy
• Meals:: Breakfast / Lunch