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Ausangate Lagoons Quad Tour

About this experience

Experience an unforgettable adventure riding the Andean landscapes until you reach the imposing Ausangate Glacier. This tour combines adrenaline, nature and culture in one day, with buffet breakfast, panoramic walking and spectacular views of turquoise lagoons and glaciers. Ideal for adventure lovers.

At a glance

  • Duration: 12 hr

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Ausangate Lagoons Quad Tour
Pickup included

Plan your experience

Time on the tour12 hr
Getting therePickup offeredSee pickup details
Guide languagesPortuguese (live guide), English (live guide), Spanish (live guide)

Set aside 12 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

  • Oxygen and rods
  • Tourist Transportation
  • First Aid Kit
  • Breakfast buffet
  • Specialist professional guide
  • Four-wheelers
  • Permanent assistance
  • Security equipment
  • Lunch Buffet

Not included

  • Gratuities
  • Entrance to the Glaciers of Ausangate

Itinerary and highlights

You will start the day with pickup from your accommodation in Cusco at 4:00 a.m., to begin your adventure.

When you arrive in Cusipata, you will enjoy an Andean buffet breakfast, with local options ideal to start the adventure with energy. This moment will allow you to acclimate, rest a little and prepare for the tour by four-wheelers to Ausangate Mountain.

In Ichupata, your guide will give you a safety induction of approximately 15 minutes, where you will be explained the basic instructions for the safe operation of the quad bikes. Then, you will start the tour in four-wheelers towards Ausangate Mountain, enjoying unique high Andean landscapes for a journey of approximately 1 hour and 20 minutes.

After the quad bike tour, you will start a 40-minute to 1-hour hike, depending on your pace. This journey will take you to a strategic point where you can appreciate the majestic snowy Ausangate and its natural environment. During the hike, you will enjoy spectacular views of the Andean landscapes, lagoons and mountains.

You will appreciate the stunning glaciers and turquoise lagoons that are located around Ausangate Mountain. You will have free time for photos and videos

Enjoy a delicious buffet lunch

Return to Cusco City

Meeting and pickup information

  • In front of Chicha Restaurant. Find our guide, please arrive 10 minutes before the indicated time and have everything you need for the tour.
  • Please be sure to indicate your exact location when booking or contact us directly. The exact pick-up time will be confirmed the night before departure IMPORTANT: Please wait ready at your hotel reception with everything you may want to bring, at least 10 minutes before the indicated time. This will help us maintain a timely and efficient service

Languages and tickets

  • Portuguese — Guide
  • English — Guide
  • Spanish — Guide
  • Mobile Only

Tour operator

  • X Travel Peru

Accessibility and practical details

  • 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.

Questions about this experience

How long is this experience?
The supplier lists a duration of 12 hr.
What are the pickup arrangements?
Please be sure to indicate your exact location when booking or contact us directly. The exact pick-up time will be confirmed the night before departure
IMPORTANT: Please wait ready at your hotel reception with everything you may want to bring, at least 10 minutes before the indicated time. This will help us maintain a timely and efficient service
Which guide languages are listed?
Portuguese (live guide), English (live guide), Spanish (live guide).
What ticket format is listed?
Mobile ticket.
What ticket age bands are listed?
Child tickets: age 10–15; Youth tickets: age 18–25; Adult tickets: age 30+; Senior tickets: age 50+. Check the practical details for participation requirements.
What is the cancellation policy?
All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.

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