About this experience
If you’re an adventurous hiker and love getting off-the-beaten-path to discover astounding natural beauty and visit small communities, don’t miss this trek! The Ausangate Trek to Rainbow Mountain is one of the best hikes in Peru and will take you through the most stunning landscapes in the Andes.
Not only will you be astounded by the gigantic Ausangate Mountain and the scenery that surrounds it, but you’ll also visit the world-famous Rainbow Mountain—a truly unique creation of Mother Nature that you’ll only find in Peru and China. On your trek, you'll observe gigantic glaciers, crystalline lagoons, and herds of llamas, alpacas, and sheep. Join us now on this once-in-a-lifetime experience in the mountains of Peru.
At a glance
- Duration: 96 hr
Plan your experience
Set aside 96 hr for the experience itself, with additional time to reach your meeting or pickup point.
Before you go
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
What is included
- First-aid kit.
- Pre trek Briefing (briefing at the hotel / Office).
- English / Quechua / Spanish professional guide speak.
- Emergency oxygen bottle.
- Dining equipment, including chairs and tables.
- Portable environmental Biodegradable toilet.
- Personal trekking food – nutritionally balanced menu (Buffet).
- Lunch
- All Fees and Taxes
- Ausangate & Vinicunca Rainbow Mountain entrance fees.
- Dinner
- Breakfast
- Thermarest air-inflate comfortable sleeping Mattress.
- Food service in the campsites (4 breakfast, 4 lunches, 3 dinners, 4 snacks)
- Daily tea service.
- Second Tour Guide over 12 people.
- Tents – 2 people in a 4 person tent which allows for greater comfort and storage of backpacks.
- Transportation from Cusco to the trailhead at the beginning of the hike by private car.
- Pick up from your hotel on the morning of departure.
- Cooking equipment.
- Cook and assistance of the Cook.
- Camping spots fees.
- Horseman and Horses. (to carry our camping equipment, food and 8 kilos of your stuff)
- Vegetarian and free gluten food for no extra cost.
- Insurance policy for our Guide, Cook & Horseman.
Not included
- Extra expenses.
- Dinner – Day 4.
- Not detailed meals.
- Travel and health insurance (bring copies with you please).
- Sleeping bags (it can be rented from us US$ 30 for the entire trip).
- Waking sticks (it can be rented from us US$ 20 for the entire trip).
- Tips (optinal).
Itinerary and highlights
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Meeting and pickup information
- We come and pick you up from your Hotel in Cusco
Languages and tickets
- English — Guide
- Spanish — Guide
- Mobile Only
Tour operator
- Huaynas Expeditions
Accessibility and practical details
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Cancellation policy
All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.
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