Ausangate Trek 6D & 5N

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Overview

Duration:1 day 0 nights
Travelers:15 guests
Tour Type:Daily tour
Language:English

The Sibinacocha to Ausangate hike takes us to see part of the Andes mountain range, one of the highest, quietest and most fantastic areas with Andean landscapes in Peru. Ausangate is the most representative mountain within the Andean culture in the Andes of Cusco.

Pre-departure information.
Pick up at your hotel in the morning and transfer by tourist transportation.
Personal tents: 2 people in each tent with capacity for 4 people, to allow greater comfort and safe maintenance of backpacks.
Professional and official English-speaking tour guide (2 guides for groups of more than 8 people).
Chef and kitchen team.
Porters or muleteers (to carry tents, food and kitchen equipment).
1 bag or canvas bag where you can take out a maximum of 6 kg per person on days 1 to 2 (we will take our horses).
Meals (05B, 05L, 05D + daily snack + daily tea service except the last day). Vegetarian or special menus are available at no additional cost.
One textile snack bag per person, to avoid the use of plastic bags that contaminate our environment.
Biodegradable personal hand soaps.
Other: hot water every morning and evening for washing purposes / boiled water to fill your water bottle every morning and evening, and at lunch time if requested in sufficient time in advance.
First aid kit that includes an emergency oxygen bottle.

Lunch on the last day.
Tips (optional).
Sleeping bag
Alcoholic beverages.

Itinerary

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DAY 1: CUSCO – TINQUI – PACCHANTA

You will be picked up from the hotel by bus and taken along the Cusco - Puerto Maldonado highway (via the Transoceanic Highway) in the direction of Tinqui (3800m / 12464 ft).

The first stop will be in Urcos (crossroads of the main bus road), there is a colorful market and then the road will continue towards Cattca, an agricultural and livestock community where you can appreciate the spectacular views of the region. Then finally pass through Ocongate, the capital of the district with the same name, it is half an hour from the destination.

After 3 hours drive reach Tinki where you will have lunch and then the hike is 3 hours to Pacchanta (4100m/13448ft), our camp. (Total hours of hiking - 3 hours).

DAY 2: PACCHANTA – QOMERQOCHA – LAGOON – JAMPA PAMPA (breakfast/lunch/dinner)

The second day begins with a slight climb from the Pacchanta valley to reach the beautiful Qomercocha lagoon, where lunch will be. After lunch, the hike continues to the first mountain pass, the Abra de Q´ampa (Jampa) at 5080 m / 16400 ft, after approximately 3 hours. Then they descend to the Ticllaqocha lagoons, they are a beautiful group of small turquoise lagoons. Finally, the hike continues for 2 more hours until we reach Jampa Pampa, where the camp is located (total hours of hiking - 6-7 hours).

DAY 3: JAMPA PAMPA – CONDORPASO (breakfast/lunch/dinner)

After breakfast, the walk is a gradual climb towards Yanaqocha or "Black Lagoon", named for the dark color of its waters. Passing over the Yanaqocha mountain pass (5050 m / 15564 ft) to discover a strikingly beautiful valley with an explosion of colorful mountains, 3 spectacular lagoons and the presence of llamas and alpacas. Then cross this valley to head towards our next mountain pass (5100m/16728ft). From this point, it is another hour of walking before reaching Abra del Condor, the next camp, located very close to the mountain pass with the same name. That will be the challenge for the next day. (Total hours of walking - 6-7 hours)

DAY 4: CONDORPASO – LAKE SININACOCHA – MOMORANI (breakfast/lunch/dinner)

After breakfast, the hike continues gradually climbing from the valley, this path takes us to the Abra del Cóndor mountain pass (5200 m / 17056 ft) for approximately 2 hours, then we continue for 2 more hours to reach the highest point. From that point, the hike will continue its course for an additional 3 hours, crossing another mountain pass along the way and then descending into the valley of Lake Sibinacocha.

We will camp next to the lagoon and very close to its source. From the camp it is very likely that you will be able to see Andean coots, "Huallatas" or Andean geese, as well as Andean ducks. (Total hours of walking - 6-7 hours)

DAY 5: MOMORANI – CCASCANA (breakfast/lunch/dinner)

On this day, the walk along the shore of the Sibinacocha lagoon for 3 hours until reaching the Yayamari community. Next to the mountain with the same name is an impressive rocky peak overlooking the lagoon (5500 m / 18040 ft). The walk is until we reach Abra Ccascana at 5000m / 16400 feet, which will take us to the lagoon of the same name. In that area is our last camp, from there we can have the opportunity to see "Huallatas" or Andean goose and maybe even flamingos.

DAY 6: CCASCANA – PHINAYA – CUSCO (breakfast)

Right after breakfast, the walk is 3 and a half hours towards Phinaya. This is a small Andean community with a beautiful small church and no vehicles except bicycles and horses, where lunch is located. In the afternoon we will return to Cusco (approximately 6 hours).

Additional Information

Before the trek, your guide will meet you at your hotel for a detailed briefing

During the trip, your main luggage can be stored in our office or at your hotel, both free of charge.

If you are vegetarian, please advise at the time of booking.

Original passport. Travel insurance.

Pocket money in Nuevos Soles.

A small backpack.

Rain clothing (a waterproof jacket and waterproof pants).

Sturdy footwear, waterproof footwear for trekking is recommended.

Sandals (for greater comfort at camp).

Warm clothing such as a jacket, fleece (thermal clothing is also recommended for cold nights while camping).

Hat or cap (to protect you from the sun, rain and cold).

Sunscreen.

Insect repellent: The recommended minimum is 20% DEET (¡note that no cases of malaria have been reported during this trip!).

Camera and its charger/batteries (note that batteries drain quickly in cold conditions).

Flashlight / headlamp + batteries.

Small towel and toiletries.

Snacks (cookies, energy bars, chocolate, raw fruits, muesli, etc.)

Please note: We offer a daily morning snack and our food service is very comprehensive and well stocked. The recommendation to have your own snack only applies to customers who like a specific snack that may not be on our menu.

Bottled water for the first morning and a water bottle to refill.

Special instructions: Please confirm your hotel address in advance 1 week before.

Departure location: Hotel within the historic center of Cusco.

Return location: Plaza San Francisco in the center of Cusco.

Important Notes

The times quoted in this itinerary are approximate calculations. Hiking times depend on the group and the guide may change lunch locations and campsites, depending on the group's progress. Each guide has their own preferred route and may not correspond exactly to the route described here.

The Ausangate region is very high, and you are also close to a snow-covered massif. Temperatures are cold and can fall well below freezing at night. You must travel well prepared for low temperatures. Be sure to bring a sleeping bag for sub-zero temperatures (minus 10 degrees Celsius or more).

This region is not frequently visited by tourists, therefore, tourism infrastructure is limited. This tour makes use of local facilities. Visitors should be aware that things change or may not go according to plan. This is all part of the adventure and visitors to Peru are encouraged to have an open mind and be open to differences in the way things are done in another culture.

Updates/Rentals

Hiking poles – US$20.00

Sleeping bag - US$25.00

Private store - US $30.00

Details

Black Diamond hiking poles.

Sleeping bags according to the route requirement.

Select Individual accommodation in add-ons when booking.

Cancellation policy

Majestic Travel Group®. Design itineraries to provide participants with true exposure to the nature of the environment visited. Therefore, they involve an element of personal risk and potential exposure, which may result in physical or emotional injury, paralysis, death, or harm to the person themselves or third parties. The client understands that such risks simply cannot be eliminated without jeopardizing the essential qualities of the activity and therefore assumes them as part of the tour. The client agrees that he and/or she are aware of their physical condition and health and that with the knowledge of this he and/or she decides to undertake the aforementioned risks. The client excludes Majestic Travel Group ®; from any liability linked to any accident or injury that may occur associated with the clients' health, physical or other condition. AUTHORITY ON THE TOUR. At all times, the decision made by the guide or company representative will be final on all matters that may endanger the safety and well-being of the travel group. The client must at all times strictly comply with the laws, customs and currency and drug regulations of Peru. If the client does not comply with the above, or interferes with the good of the group, then the guide or company representative may order the client to leave the tour without resorting to any refund. Majestic Travel Group ®; directly operates part of the services included in the program, but also makes arrangements with airlines, land (trains), hotels and other independent parties to offer you the travel services that you purchase. We do take all reasonable steps to ensure that organizations providing maintenance services meet our quality standards. However, these parties are independent suppliers over whom we do not have complete direct control, so we cannot accept liability for negligence of the staff of these organisations. The participant waives any claim against Majestic Travel Group ®; for any damage or loss of property, injury or death due to any act or negligence of any airline, ground transportation company, hotels or any person making any of the included services or accommodations.

It is responsible for the logistics for carrying out the activity, therefore, cancellations or modifications to the reservation at no cost must be made within a maximum of 48 hours prior to the tour, cancellations made within 24 hours prior to the activity, or if you do not show up, will be considered a NO SHOW. Without the right to reimbursement and a charge of 20% corresponding to administrative expenses.

Special program, the deposit for confirmation of services “is non-refundable under any circumstances.” Full payment one month before departure.

For cancellations/modifications made within 45 days prior to the package start date, the cancellation fees are as follows:- 45 a 31 días - 50% del precio del servicio.

- 30 to 16 days - 70% of the price of the service.

- 15 days before the travel date or less / no show: 100% of the total price.

Before 45 days the cost for cancellation is: 170 USD per tickets, in addition to the administrative cost. We cannot give any compensation or refund for meals, rooms, excursions, etc. There will be no refunds made for canceled or unused services at all.

IMPORTANT NOTE: In the event that the client abandons the tour for any reason, extra expenses are the client's responsibility and the company is not responsible for any refund.

Frequently asked questions

What is included in the trek?

Hotel pickup/drop-off, private transport to Tinqui, personal tents (2-person capacity), English-speaking guide(s) (2 for >8 people), chef/porters/muleteers for gear (6kg personal limit days 1-2), all meals (5B/5L/5D + snacks/tea except last lunch), hot/boiled water, first aid/oxygen, biodegradable soaps.

What is not included and rentals available?

Last-day lunch, tips, sleeping bag ($25 rental), alcoholic drinks; optional hiking poles ($20) or private tent ($30); main luggage stored free at hotel/office.

What preparation is needed for this high-altitude trek?

Excellent fitness for 6-7hr daily hikes and passes to 5200m; sub-zero nights (bring -10°C sleeping bag); pack rain gear, waterproof boots, warm layers, sunscreen, 20% DEET repellent, snacks, water bottle; pre-trek briefing; remote area with limited facilities—open mind required.