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Embark on a 2-day trek to Rainbow Mountain and Ausangate from Cusco. Hike through remote valleys, cross high passes, and follow ancient trails.

Highlights

• Immerse yourself in the breathtaking landscapes of the Andes
• Hike through remote valleys, cross high passes, and follow ancient trails
• Camp near Rainbow Mountain and experience the peacefulness of the Andes
• Witness the sunrise over Rainbow Mountain and the colorful Red Valley
• Learn about the traditions and daily life of local Andean communities

Description

Day 1: Cusco -Pukacocha Pass - Anantapata - Surina Qocha Camp Early in the morning (around 4:00 a.m.), we pick you up from your hotel and drive for about 3 hours to the trailhead. After breakfast and a short briefing, we start hiking through beautiful Andean landscapes with views of Ausangate Mountain. We hike to Pucacocha Pass (4,870 m / 15,977 ft), where you will enjoy panoramic views of Pucacocha Lagoon and the surrounding glaciers. Then we continue to Anantapata for lunch. In the afternoon, we hike up to Warmisaya Pass / Abra Minasniyuc (4,985 m / 16,354 ft), where you will see Rainbow Mountain for the first time. We then descend for about 45 minutes to our campsite at Surina Qocha Lagoon. Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Happy Hour, Dinner Day 2: Surina Qocha – Rainbow Mountain – Red Valley – Cusco We wake up very early in the morning to start hiking before the crowds. After breakfast, we hike about 45 minutes to reach Rainbow Mountain (5,100 m / 16,732 ft), arriving among the first visitors of the day. You will have free time to enjoy the views and take photos in a quiet and peaceful atmosphere. Then we continue to the Red Valley, another spectacular and still less-visited area. Thanks to our early start, we will also explore this place before most groups arrive, allowing you to fully enjoy the scenery and the silence of the mountains. After visiting both highlights, we descend for about 1.5 hours to the end of the trail, where we will have lunch. In the afternoon, our private transport will take us back to Cusco. Included: Breakfast, Lunch

Includes

Pre-departure briefing Experienced Guide speaks English and Spanish Medical Kit – First Aid Kit Private Camping Equipment One duffle bag Customer Service 24/7 Meals: 4 Breakfasts, 4 Lunches, and 3 Dinners Meals: vegetarian and vegan Water Wake up tea Tea Time or Happy Hour Snacks on the trail daily Products for hygiene Entrance ticket to Rainbow Mountain Entrance ticket to Ausangate Trek Private transportation from Cusco at the start of the trek Horses, and muleteers horses carry your 8-kg / 16-pound personal items Return transportation from the end of the trek to Cusco to your Hotel Pro Air sleeping pad, Therma-Rest brand Sleeping bag trekking stick Extra oxygen

Important Information

• The trek involves high altitude hiking Weather can be unpredictable, prepare accordingly Physical fitness is required for the trek

Easy cancellation

Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund