Cusco - Upis community - Upis campsite – Upis lake

Nevado Ausangate - We will pick you up at 5:00 am. Then, you will have a three-hour drive to the trailhead at Pukutuni School. At this place, you will have breakfast and meet your group, including a local chef and riders.

We will then be on our way and start by hiking up an ample, ascending path to the northeast face of the impressive Ausangate Mountain. You will hike for three hours to your lunch location, enjoying stunning views of the Ausangate snow-peaks along the way.

We will pass by some traditional houses where we can see the local people dressed in colorful traditional clothes while accompanying the grazing animals that are indigenous to this area: llamas and alpacas. Camp at Upis Hot Springs where we will have lunch surrounded by snowcapped mountains (Ausangate and Maria Huamantilla). There are thermal hot springs at Upis where we can enjoy a soak at the end of the day.

After lunch, we will have the option to walk on a two-hour round trip to Ausangate Lake. We will return and have dinner.

• Entry to iconic destinations including Ausangate, Rainbow Mountain, and Upis Hot Springs
• Comfort assured with an extra-thick foam mattress
• All major meals covered: breakfast, lunch, and dinner
• Emergency horse available for safety and convenience
• Professional chef, cooking equipment, and kitchen tent included
• Guidance by an English speaking professional guide
• Private transportation to and from your hotel in Cusco
• Personal porter service to manage your overnight gear (up to 8kg)

• Sleeping bags and walking poles
• Travel interruption & travel medical

This beautiful multi-day hike is operated by locals from the Ausangate Area who have years of trekking experience and extensive knowledge of the region. The Ausangate trek is surrounded by glacial mountains and lies in the shadow of the highest peaks in the Cusco region.

This snowy peak has been considered sacred for centuries by the ancient inhabitants of the Andes. It is a true off-the-beaten-path wilderness trek, situated above the tree line with breathtaking views of the Andes and glacial peaks.

Along the route, you will encounter spectacular landscapes ranging from plains and rock formations to glaciers and lagoons. The circuit is designed to share the stories of its inhabitants, their worldview, and their relationship with these sacred mountains.

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