3 Days All Inclusive Ausangate to Rainbow Mountain Trek

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About this activity

Ausangate trek 3 days is a short hike that will take you to the rainbow mountain and the red valley, through impressive landscapes and colorful lakes. If you are looking to see the best part of the rainbow mountain and at the same time get to know the Ausangate mountain this 3 day trek is perfect for you, as you will be the first to arrive at the rainbow mountain around 5:00 PM. You will also enjoy the sunrise without people around you.

The solid ice of Ausangate, the red valleys, the colorful mountains, the turquoise lakes and the impressive peaks of the Ausangate snow-capped mountain make this adventure unique. Due to its lesser known location, the area receives relatively few visitors.

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At a glance

Duration: 3 days
Confirmation: Instant confirmation
Ticket: Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group: Up to 12 people
People per booking: 1–12
Guide: English, Spanish
Operated by: Peru Hike

Ages: Children (6–15 years) · Adults (16–60 years)

What is included

Included

Included: Meal: vegetarian and vegan
Included: Tea Time or Happy Hour, every afternoon
Included: Sleeping bag
Included: Pre-departure briefing
Included: A professional cook only for our group
Included: Rubber warmers, for the night
Included: PRO Air sleeping pad, Therma-Rest brand
Included: Lunch
Included: Dinner
Included: Breakfast
Included: One duffle bag per person
Included: Water to drink on the trail every day
Included: Wake up tea, every morning
Included: Experienced Guide speaks English and Spanish
Included: Trekking stick
Included: Snacks on the trail daily
Included: Entrance ticket to Rainbow Mountain
Included: Extra oxygen
Included: Entrance ticket to Ausangate Trek
Included: Medical Kit – First Aid Kit
Included: Polar Sheets for every traveler
Included: PRO 4 season tent in Eureka or North Face Summit Series brand (04 people tent for 02 people).
Included: Pillows for every traveler

Not included

Not included: Gratuities
Not included: Horse to ride in case of fatigue

Itinerary

Day 1 · Cusco – Upis – Upis Hot Springs (4,400 m / 14,435 ft)

Nevado Ausangate

Passing by

We pick you up directly from your hotel in Cusco at 4:30 am and travel by private vehicle for approximately 3.5 to 4 hours through beautiful Andean landscapes and traditional villages to the community of Upis at 4,250 m / 13,944 ft.

After breakfast, we begin our hike through wide valleys with stunning views of Ausangate Mountain (6,372 m / 20,900 ft). This first day is ideal for acclimatization, with a gradual hike surrounded by glaciers, alpacas, and high-altitude scenery.

We arrive at Upis Camp near the natural hot springs at 4,400 m / 14,435 ft. After lunch, you have free time to relax in the thermal baths while enjoying panoramic mountain views. Dinner is served at camp, followed by an overnight stay under the stars.

Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Happy Hour, Dinner

Fully equipped high mountain tents

Day 2 · Upis – Arapa Pass – Hatun Pucacocha – Anantapata (4,700 m / 15,420 ft)

Stop 1

6 hours

After an early breakfast, we start one of the most scenic days of the Ausangate Trek. The trail gradually ascends to Arapa Pass at 4,800 m / 15,748 ft, offering breathtaking views of snow-capped peaks and turquoise lagoons.

We then descend toward Hatun Pucacocha Lagoon at 4,500 m / 14,764 ft, where we enjoy lunch surrounded by pristine mountain landscapes. In the afternoon, we continue hiking across rolling terrain until reaching Anantapata Camp at 4,700 m / 15,420 ft.

Dinner is served at camp, and we spend the night in tents, preparing for an early start the next morning.

Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Happy Hour, Dinner

Fully equipped high mountain tents

Day 3 · Anantapata – Warmisaya Pass – Rainbow Mountain – Red Valley – Cusco

Vinicunca Mountain

2 hours Admission included

We wake up at 4:00 am and enjoy an early breakfast before beginning the ascent toward Warmisaya Pass at 4,985 m / 16,355 ft. This early start allows us to reach Rainbow Mountain before the large crowds of tourists arrive.

We arrive at Rainbow Mountain (Vinicunca – 5,036 m / 16,522 ft) and enjoy time to explore, take photos, and appreciate the vibrant natural colors in a quieter atmosphere. We then continue hiking through the impressive Red Valley, known for its dramatic red landscapes.

After descending to the trailhead, our private transport takes us back to Cusco, arriving in the late afternoon and concluding an unforgettable Ausangate Trek to Rainbow Mountain experience operated by Peru Hike Company.

Included: Breakfast, Lunch

Meeting point and pickup

You can be picked up from your accommodation or go straight to the meeting point.

Meeting point

We will meet in the middle of Cusco's main square at 4:30 am.

End point

We will meet in the middle of Cusco's main square at 4:30 am.

Pickup points

Hotel Inka Lam - Cusco
Estancia San Pedro Hotel
Kaaro House Cusco
Magnolia Andina Hotel
Hotel Piedmont
Yuyay Apartaments Cusco
Hostal Sofia
Cultural Guest House
Hotel Urpi
New Day Hotel
Hotel Inka Palace Huayna Ccapac Cusco
Sol Andino

and 328 more pickup points

Send us the exact address of your hotel or Airbnb for pick up.

Cancellation

Free cancellation

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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Less than a day before	0%

The operator may cancel if the weather does not allow it; you then get another date or your money back.
The operator may cancel if too few people book; you then get another date or your money back.