About this experience
This full day ATV tour to Ausangate offers a complete high altitude adventure from Cusco, combining mountain landscapes, Andean culture, and authentic local traditions at the foot of the majestic Ausangate peak.
Travel above 4,700 meters by ATV through impressive glacial scenery and access turquoise lagoons and panoramic viewpoints without demanding trekking. Enjoy breathtaking views of the sacred Apu Ausangate while learning about Andean traditions and the cultural importance of the region.
The journey also includes time to relax in the natural hot springs of Pacchanta, making this a well balanced experience of adventure, culture, and scenery in the Andes.
Key Highlights:
ATV ride through high altitude Andean landscapes
Views of Ausangate glaciers and turquoise lagoons
Visit to Pacchanta hot springs
Authentic cultural experience in the Andes
Full day experience from Cusco
At a glance
- Duration: 12 hr–13 hr
Plan your experience
Set aside 12 hr–13 hr for the experience itself, with additional time to reach your meeting or pickup point.
Before you go
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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What is included
- ATV safety briefing and 2 hour riding experience
- One ATV per participant (semi automatic or automatic)
- Guided walk to lagoons and viewpoints
- Buffet lunch in Hanchipacha
- Continuous assistance during the tour
- Full safety equipment (helmet, gloves, protective gear)
- Professional adventure certified guide
- Hotel pickup in Cusco
- Round trip tourist transportation
- First aid kit and oxygen tank
- Andean buffet breakfast (Hanchipacha)
Not included
- Services not specified in the inclusions
- Personal expense
- Travel or personal insurance
- Tips for the dirver and guide (optional)
Itinerary and highlights
Depart early from Cusco toward the southern Andes, heading to the base of Nevado Ausangate, the fifth highest peak in Peru and a living deity for local communities.
Upon arrival in Hanchipacha, enjoy a traditional Andean breakfast before a comprehensive ATV safety briefing and riding practice.
Ride your semi automatic or automatic ATV along scenic dirt trails surrounded by alpaca herds, glacial valleys, and dramatic Andean terrain.
This route provides privileged viewpoints of glaciers and turquoise lagoons, accessible in an exciting yet controlled way.
A short guided hike leads to panoramic viewpoints for photographs and immersion in the natural environment.
At a scenic viewpoint facing the majestic Ausangate Mountain, you will have time to appreciate the Andean landscape and learn about local traditions, the spiritual importance of the Apus (mountain spirits), and the ancestral connection between Andean communities and nature.
Enjoy a peaceful moment surrounded by breathtaking high altitude scenery before descending toward the community area of Hanchipacha.
There, you will savor a locally prepared organic buffet lunch made with fresh regional ingredients. After lunch, we will begin the return journey to Cusco, enjoying the beautiful Andean landscapes along the way. The tour concludes with drop off in Cusco in the evening.
Meeting and pickup information
- Pickup is included from hotels located within the Historic Center of Cusco. If your accommodation is outside this area, the meeting point will be at Regocijo Square. Please be ready 10 minutes before the scheduled pickup time to ensure a punctual departure.
Languages and tickets
- Portuguese — Guide
- English — Guide
- Spanish — Guide
- Mobile Only
Tour operator
- SISA PERU TOURS
Accessibility and practical details
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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