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An amazing and lesser known trek surrounding the snow-capped “Apu” of
Ausangate (6.372m) that will take you over mountain passes, awesome mountain
scenery, authentic Andean villages, hot springs and turquoise lakes.
An unforgettable hike for lovers of mountain trekking searching for something
different.
Departures available daily. Prices available from $875US per person
4 people minimum. Please contact us for any further information.
| Day |
Activity |
Meals |
Hotel |
Notes |
| 1. |
Transfer Cusco to Tinqui |
L,D |
Hostel |
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| 2. |
Hike Tinqui to Upis |
B,L,D |
Camping |
Views of Ausangate |
| 3. |
Trekking from Upis to Auzangate cocha |
B,L,D |
Camping |
First and Second passes to 4,900m |
| 4. |
Ausanagte Cocha to Q'ampa |
B,L,D |
Camping |
Highest Pass 5,200m |
| 5. |
Trekking Q'ampa to Pacchanta |
B,L,D |
Camping |
Thermal baths |
| 6. |
Return trek to Tinqui and transfer to Cusco |
B,L |
No |
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Day 1. Cusco – Tinqui
We will leave the city of Cusco in private bus, and drive along the Cusco – Puerto
Maldonado highway in the direction of Tinki (3800 masl). On the way we
will stop in Urcos, where we will see a beautiful lake with the same
name, then on to Cattca, an agricultural and cattle raising community
where we will appreciate the region´s spectacular views, and finally
to Ocongate, capital of the district with the same name and only half
an hour away from our destination. We will arrive in Tinki after an approximated
6h drive. We will sleep in a local lodge and start the trek the next
morning.
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Day 2. Tinqui – Upis
We will leave Tinki at around 9:00 am, initiating a slight climb that
crosses through puna (dry, high area with little vegetation) to then
arrive at our lunch spot after a three hour walk. From here we have
beautiful views of the sacred Ausangate peak (6372 masl). After lunch,
we will continue walking for another hour and a half to reach our campsite
in Upis at 4400 masl. From this point, we will see fabulous views of
all the snow peaks in the area. We will camp and dine directly in front
of Ausangate.
Day 3. Upis – Ausangate Cocha
We will leave Upis and ascend for two hours to reach the La Arapa pass
(4850 masl). We will then descend to our lunch spot, crossing an area
of falcons and "vizcachas" or Andean rodents. This area also
boasts three beautiful lakes with tones of reds, greens, and turquoises
(Pukacocha, HatunPukacocha, and Qomerqocha) and spectacular views of
the surrounding snow peaks. After lunch, we will continue on a long
and slow ascent that will take us, after about two hours, to the second
mountain pass, the Abra de Apuchata (4900 masl), from which we will
descend, for half an hour, towards our campsite at Ausangatecocha (4440
masl).
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Day 4. Ausangate Cocha – Q’ampa
We will depart early to climb, for two hours, towards the third mountain
pass, the Abra de Palomani (5200 masl). This the highest part of the
entire trail, from which we will then descend, for 2h, through an area
of llamas, alpacas and "vizcachas", to reach Pampacancha
(4050 masl). From here we will ascend again towards our campsite in
Q´ampa (4300 masl). Along this easy 3h climb we will see llamas,
alpacas, and maybe even pumas. We will camp and dine at this place.
Day 5. Q’ampa – Pacchanta
We will climb for 2h towards the Q´ampa pass (5000 masl) where
we will possibly see the Andean deer. From here we will descend towards
the Qomerqocha lagoon to finally arrive at Pacchanta (4100 masl) after
an approximated five hour walk. Pacchanta is a little community with
attractive thermal baths where we can enjoy a relaxing dip. We will camp
and spend the night at this place.
Day 6. Pacchanta – Tinqui – Cusco
We will leave Pacchanta to make our way back to Tinki, which will take
approximately 2h. There will be a private bus waiting for us at Tinki
to take us back to the city of Cusco.
Included:
- Collection from your hotel in the morning and transfer in
private bus to Tinki, the starting point of the trek
- Igloo tents: 2 people in each 4-people-capacity tents, to
allow for higher comfort and a safe keeping of backpacks
- One mattress per person
- Dining tent with tables and chairs
- Kitchen tent
- Toilet tent
- English speaking professional guide
- Cook and cooking equipment
- Horsemen and horses (to carry tents, food and cooking equipment)
- 1 emergency horse
- Accommodation for our guides, cook and horsemen
- Meals (05B, 06L, 05D + snack and teatime service every day)
- First-aid kit including emergency oxygen bottle
- Private transportation from Tinki to Cusco, including transfer
to your hotel
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Not included:
- Breakfast on the first day
- Dinner on the last day
- Tips
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What you need to bring:
- A backpack with a change of clothes for the whole period
of the trek
- Rain jacket or poncho (plastic ponchos can be purchased
in Cusco)
- Strong footwear, ideally trekking or sport shoes
- Warm clothes, including jacket, fleece and sweaters
- Sleeping bag (it can be hired at our agency for US$ 15.00
/ 6 days)
- Flashlight and batteries
- Camera, films and batteries (batteries consume more quickly
under cold conditions)
- Hat or cap to protect you from the sun, rain or cold
- Sun block
- Insect repellent
- Toilet paper
- Snacks: biscuits, energy bars, chocolate, etc.
- Water bottle and sterilizing tablets (ie. Micropur)
- Mattress: will be provided by the agency but is to be carried
by you
- Towel
- Swimsuit (recommended for hotsprings)
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Optional Extras:
- An extra horse to carry your personal items: US$ 60.00 /
6 days. A horse can carry up to 40 kg.
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