Top Experiences in Ausangate Trail

Embark on the Ausangate and Rainbow Mountain 3-day trek, combining the vibrant Rainbow Mountain with a thrilling adventure through stunning Andean landscapes. Hike away from the usual tourist paths, along deserted roads, and clear blue lagoons to the majestic Ausangate Mountain, boasting the highest in the region. An unexplored route that will leave you astounded.

• Visit and stay near crystal clear lakes around the Ausangate Mountain
• Beat the two passes of Puca and Warmisaya
• Visit remote local communities
• Merge with lovely llamas and alpacas in their natural habitat
• Small group experience (maximum 12 people)

Avoid crowds on this 2-day Rainbow Mountain and Red Valley tour, venturing into remote landscapes that feel like surreal dreams. Guided by an expert, you’ll travel from Cusco to marvel at the Rainbow Mountains' geological wonders and Red Valley's Mars-like terrain. As you push your limits, you'll also capture breathtaking views of Apu Ausangate, and the natural beauty all around you. Don't miss this opportunity to explore the best of Cusco's enchanting surroundings.

•Be the first to arrive at Rainbow Mountain
•Traverse the multicolor scenery of the Vilcanota mountain range
•See upfront the stunning Ausangate Mountain, the highest in Cusco
•Camp almost in solitude under the stars
•Merge with lovely llamas and alpacas in their natural habitat

This Ausangate Hike 3 days is for those people who are experts in hiking and excellent for those who do not have enough time. Because you will walk all day longer than you should, the highest points exceed 5,000 meters / 16,400 feet and the climate oscillates between 0°C = 32°F and 8°C = 46.4°F. On Ausangate Hike 3 days. You will pass 3 highest points, walking through diverse and beautiful landscapes that change daily, from the snow-capped mountains, colorful hills and swamps full of wildlife. Also among hundreds of South American Camelids (Vicuñas, llamas, and alpacas).

This exciting adventure will make you climb one of the famous mountains of the Cordillera Vilcanota, Ausangate region and trekking across a glacier & complete a small rock climb to summit nevado Qampa.

The Singrenacocha lagoon, a huge turquoise blue lagoon. This lagoon is surrounded by the Peruvian Andes mountain range - the Ausangate, spectacular landscapes, valleys and mountains that are part of the Vilcanota mountain range. This lagoon is little known and you visit what makes it more special.

Rainbow Mountain and Red Valley This tour is one of the most famous attractions in Cusco and the 2nd more visited one after Machu Picchu. This tour gives you the exciting experience on climbing a mountain over 16,000ft, where you will be able to see colourful landscapes, majestic glaciers, amazing and vibrant green valleys with herds of alpaca, the impressive Ausangate mountain range. Also you will experience first-hand how locals live in the mountains and even see them hard at work.

Red Valley: Highly recommended to visit while you are doing the Rainbow Mountain tour, this is an extension and takes 30 minutes more (one way down ). The red valley has an amazing view and it feels like you are in other planet!

Vinincunca or rainbow mountain it located 100 km of Cusco city .
It is a mountainous formation tinged with various shades, product of the complex combination of minerals.
The incredible geography of the place is the scene of animals typical of high Andean areas such as llamas, alpacas and vicuñas. The inhabitants of the area raise horses to offer them as transportation to visitors. Due to the height of this region, the ichu or natural boil of the Andes abounds.

This will be the hike of your life, the most beautiful views of the Vilcanota range of mountains, where you will pass very close by the highest snow mountain of Cusco “Ausangate” and its 6350 mts. Undiscriptable lakes and the stunning Rainbow Mountain (VINICUNCA), where you will be one of the first one right there (tourist free), get ready.

It is an activity, different from the traditional ones in order to know the second most visited place in the city of Cusco, after the Inca city of Machu Picchu

travel for a few hours from cusco through the rugged mountain countryside of peru to reach the aptly named rainbow mounatin, striped with colorful mineral deposits and located far of the beaten path. hike with a guide to the summit for a once in a lifetime wilderness adventure, or rent a horse (own expense)
We are one of the first groups to arrive to the famous Colored Mountain. Being one of the first to arrive we avoid the agglomeration of people and we will have the mountain of colors just for us and we can take beautiful pictures and enjoy the scenery from 5000 m,s,n,m( 17000 feet).
✔trek to the summit with a guide until rainbow mountain
✔breakfast and lunch inccluded
✔hotel pick up included and drop off at the main square
✔drive throughthe countryside of peru. far from the beaten path

Ausangate Trek to Rainbow Mountain 5 Days
Ausangate Trek winds through the heart of the Andes Mountains in South America. On our Ausangate Trek you will see some of the most breathtaking and pristine scenary in the entire world. Ausangate trek takes you over mountains and past rivers, lakes and glaciers it is a land of otherworldly views.
During our Ausangate Trek, you will see snowcapped peaks, herds of llamas, glaciers and turquoise lakes, all set within an incredibly beautiful mountain range. You will also get the chance to see the Rainbow Mountain of Vinicunca!
Come with Homestay Team and experience unforgettable magic deep in the heart of the Andes on our Ausangate Trek. At every sunrise, you will marvel at the shadow of the powerful presence the Apu Ausangate (6385m/ 20948.16 ft). According to Andean belief and Incan mythology, “Apu” is a deity or the Spirit of a Sacred Mountain.

The mountain of the seven colors (VINICUNCA) is one of the most majestic attractions and a magnificent place for you when visiting the capital city of the Incas Cusco-Peru. You can visit a magnificent place Mountain of colors and you cannot miss seeing Nature live; on the way to the place you can also see the apu AUSANGATE, the fifth largest mountain in Peru.
It is said to be a place that shows a new opportunity for everyone who visits it, this belief begins with the saying "if you want to see the rainbow you have to face the storm" which teaches us that there is always a prize for our efforts as well as a new opportunity.

Qampa, also spelled Campa and Qampa, is the easiest, most popular mountain in Cusco and may be climbed without experience in mountaineering. It requires a glacier hike and sometimes a small rock climbing pass depending on the season. The summit offers a panoramic view that reaches to Salkantay over 200km to the NW.

The Ausangate Trek located in the south of Cusco where you can get Unique Experience. Andean life, Mountains & Lakes, Alpacas & Llamas, Local people, walking around of Apu Ausangate the highest mountain in Cusco share the best moment with locals and enjoy the power of Pachamama (Mother Earth).

You’ll see the highest peak (Ausangate 6,385 m/20,948 ft) in the Cusco region. snow capped mountains, glaciers, lakes, and wildlife along the way (such as vicuñas (elated to alpacas) chinchillas, deer, and the rare condor). This adventurous trek is approximately 67 km/41.6 mi and goes up to 5,400 m/17,716 ft. Ausangate is an excellent and quiet/remote trekking circuit offering stunning features such as spectacular mountain scenery, snow-capped peaks, hot springs, turquoise lakes, glaciers, herds of llamas, alpacas, and wild vicuña.

The Ausangate (6,398m/2,0991f) is considered one of the most beautiful snow-capped mountains of the Andes. The region around the mountain offers impressive scenery of mountains, glaciers, lagoons and streams. Furthermore, the Andean people are very hospitable and preserve the respect for nature. The farmers have excellent knowledge in the raising of cattle such as the vicuña, the alpaca and the lama, which are all appreciated for their fine quality of wool and meat. The four hours drive from Cusco to Tinqui is an excellent preparation for the differences in temperature and altitude.

 

Ausangate is the towering, 6372m peak which dominates the skyline to the southeast of Cusco. It is the protector spirit mountain of the city and ranks highest in the pantheon of Apus, the living Mountain Gods worshipped by the people of the Peruvian Andes. As you trek around its snowy slopes, you will climb high mountain passes and visit remote Andean villages. The turquoise lakes and hot springs of this land are a generous gift from Pachamama, the Mother Earth. You will have the opportunity to give thanks to her through a choice of one of our Healing Workshop.

An early start for this wonderful excursion, the guide will pick you up at the hotel reception, to take you to Vinicunca, the city of Cusipata, where he will give you a safety briefing. Then you will begin your 6-hour walk to the viewpoint of the 7-color mountain. During the hike, you will pass through a variety of ecosystems, including the Ausangate Valley, home to several South American camelids, such as alpacas and vicuñas. Take in stunning views of the valley, dotted with small lakes, and the Ausangate Glacier, before reaching the colorful mountain.

The Ausangate trek 5 days is the most challenging and fantastic hike that you can find in the Cusco region. The path is physically demanding, it is considered a high altitude walk, you walk on the 5,000 meters above sea level /16404 feet, and the camps are on the 4,400 meters above sea level /14435 feet.
The 5-day Ausangate hiking route + the 7-color mountain is very rugged with earth and stones, but this hike will offer you a spectacular and beautiful landscape of the Puna region, where glaciers and mountains of colors will surround your field visual. Bordering colorful lagoons and Andean Camelids will escort you in parts of the walk.

The Ausangate mountain is called "Apu", which means it is a sacred mountain for local people. We can see its snowy summit from Cusco. This alternative hike is the perfect option if you dream to approach it but can't go for a 4 or 6-days trek.

This new Tour to the Mountain of Colors 02 Days - Walk to the Mountain of Colors / Vinincunca, will captivate you with its beautiful landscapes and small cities that await mysteries. Our only company will be the curious Alpacas, Llamas and Vicuñas that we will observe along the way.

In the Inca mythology of this mountain and the nearby lakes - among which Sibinacocha stands out - the masculine energy that fertilizes Mother Earth Pachamama is born; after a long run, the waters are lost in the unknown lands of the Amazon to return, to fill the lakes and glaciers every night turned into the river of stars or Willkamayu known in the west as the Milky Way The Community of Chillca constituted by shepherds of llamas and alpacas is known as the guardian of these pristine places, from where you can go hiking in a trekking called "Camino del Apu Ausangate".

Our guides have experience in trekking to the Montaña de Colores and they will be very attentive to you, the tour we offer is in private service.
We also have the appropriate equipment for you to carry out this tour.

We're pioneers in Cusco's tourism industry with twenty years of experience. We operate treks, tours, and adventure trips throughout Peru, with a strong commitment to sustainable and responsible travel. Our team is made up of the most knowledgeable and experienced resident guides, tour leaders, and staff. All of them receive specialized yearly training. Furthermore we adapt the number of the staff to the size of the group. During our trips, we make every effort to minimize the negative impacts and maximize the benefits to the local inhabitants and natural environments we visit. We are committed to international sustainable tourism guidelines and have developed community projects directly supporting local Andean communities.

This 5-day tour Trek is a unique collection of stops and towns which no other tour company offers. We include known wonders like Rainbow Mountain while also offering access to local destinations to give a truly personal and memorable experience.

This 5-day tour Trek is a unique collection of stops and towns which no other tour company offers. We include known wonders like Rainbow Mountain while also offering access to local destinations to give a truly personal and memorable experience.

This very special alternative trek takes you alongside the spectacular snow-capped “Apu” of Ausangate (6.372m/20900ft) and takes you over mountain passes, through awesome mountain scenery, authentic Andean villages, hot springs and turquoise lakes. This alternative route to the classical circuit around Mount Ausangate still offers the most spectacular views of this sacred Andean mountain before it deviates towards the impressive Sibinacocha Lagoon, leaving tourist crowds behind and entering an almost uninhabited area where you can truly commune with nature. The hike ends in Phinaya, a small and remote Andean community with just horses and bicycles as transportation.. An unforgettable trail for lovers of mountain trekking, or those searching for something different and away from the increasingly popular traditional Ausangate trek.

Ausangate Sibinacocha – at a glance

Lo Más Destacado: Ausangate mountain, Sibinacocha lagoon, remote mountain scenery, high mountain passes

This beautiful multi-day hike is in a well-hidden section of the Vilcanota Mountain range. Surrounded by glacial mountains, this route trek is in the shadow of the highest peaks in the Cusco region.

This snowy peak has been considered sacred for hundreds of years by the ancient inhabitants of the Andes. This is an accurate off-the-beaten-path wilderness trek – above the tree line with incredible views of the Andes and glacial peaks.

On the route, you will see spectacular landscapes that range from plains and rock formations to glaciers and lagoons; the design of the circuit also includes sharing the stories of its inhabitants, their worldview, and how they relate to these sacred mountains.

This is a completed package in Cusco. That combines the most popular and traditional tours in Cusco and around.

This is the perfect package if you have less time and you want to do all the best places of Cusco.

The first day You will visit the Cusco city and the most important ruins around the town.

The second day You will visit the sacred Valley of The Inkas, with the beautifull ruins of Pisac, Ollantaytambo and Chinchero.

The Third Day You will visit the Most impotant part of the package. The Sanctuary of Machu Picchu by train

The Fourth Day You will visit the Rainbow Mountain Tour

Cusco "The City of the Empire of the Incas", known for its innumerable archaeological and natural complexes that still amaze the world until today, one of them is Machu Picchu the most important place in the Empire, one of the 7 wonders of the world modern, and many more places, such as the famous Mountain of 7 colors, the fortress of Sacsayhuaman, Laguna de Humantay, Sacred Valley of the Incas, among others. You live with the communities, learning to weave and make pottery, experiencing live culture and taking an experience that will leave you amazed, come and get to know Cusco, a quality service together with the Inca Trilogy Tours team.

The tour to the turquoise lake of Singrenacocha is very special, since very few places in the world offer this natural attraction. On the trip you will get to know the Andes of Peru, and its picturesque towns where organic agriculture is still practiced and many rites such as the offering to its sacred mountains. You can also visit a textile production center where women weave their clothes with fine alpaca and llama threads.

Unique and authentic cloudy forest experience between Cuzco and Puerto Maldonado. The walks around the area are incredible. If you’re interested in biodiversity, you’ll love the trails. There are hundreds of different types of plants and animals. The drive down from Cuzco is truly spectacular. The host is one of the pioneers in the development of adventure tourism and ecotourism in Peru. His life is a continuous exploration that provides him with knowledge of natural and archaeological areas from Peru.

Ausangate Best Trek 4 Days is a magical route in the Vilcabamba – Cusco mountain range. It allows you to explore virgin and beautiful areas that are only visited by few travelers who make the hike.
The hiking continues through an ancient Inca trail and takes us through fantastic views of many snow-capped mountains, waterfalls, many lagoons and mountains of different colors and high Andean communities.
Ausangate Best Trek 4 Days will be unforgettable holidays with excellent services of an expert guide in hiking, professional cook and with the total kindness of the locals who will be in commission to drive the horses that will transport our camping equipment.

Our Mother Nature will surprise you with an impressive display of vibrant and varied colors spread over the high peaks of Cusco. Remember that when you put your eyes on Rainbow Mountain, you’ll be contemplating millions of years of geological history and a natural wonder that’s not repeated on almost any other corner of the planet. You can also feel extreme tranquillity as you walk through the surreal Red Valley, surrounded by majestic snow-capped mountains and beautiful slopes. At times, your only company will be alpacas, llamas, and vicuñas. Also, from time to time, you’ll be able to observe the daily life of the Andean communities that are located in that sector.

It is not easy to believe in the beauty of the Andean night skies if you do not see them with your own eyes. Let the constellations and shooting stars hypnotize you before sleeping in our comfortable tents that you will find ready, with mattresses and pillows. So why not escape the hordes of tourists that saturate Cusco?

We offer and special and unique service around the red valley which is the unique place where you can see a natural atraction as Rainbow Mountain, Ausangate snow capped. Our staff have a great experience on this trek.

Part of our project is to help communities and use small percent of rates.

Embark on a high-altitude hiking adventure to the Ausangate region, where you'll encounter seven mesmerizing glacial lakes. Traverse the rugged terrain of this stunning landscape, witness vibrant alpine ecosystems, and marvel at the crystalline lakes nestled among the peaks. This expedition offers a challenging yet rewarding exploration of nature's wonders.

The 7 Lakes of Ausangate full Day is an new amazing day trip from Cusco. On this trip, you will visit seven lakes with different beautiful colors like green, turquoise, and bright blue, in addition to spectacular mountains part of the Vilcanota range such as Ausagante and Ayancate. After the trek, you can also enjoy a relaxing moment in the thermal baths, with a stunning view on the Ausangate.

We visit a stunning Rainbow mountain with Atvs this option is the best for those who don’t want to hike more, can be reached with just 45 minutes of walking and have spectacular views of the mountains, Save time and skip walking on a Smoot excursion Spend time enjoying the beautiful scenery, Are you ready ?

If you’re an adventurous hiker and love getting off-the-beaten-path to discover astounding natural beauty and visit small communities, don’t miss this trek! The Ausangate Trek to Rainbow Mountain is one of the best hikes in Peru and will take you through the most stunning landscapes in the Andes.

Not only will you be astounded by the gigantic Ausangate Mountain and the scenery that surrounds it, but you’ll also visit the world-famous Rainbow Mountain—a truly unique creation of Mother Nature that you’ll only find in Peru and China. On your trek, you'll observe gigantic glaciers, crystalline lagoons, and herds of llamas, alpacas, and sheep. Join us now on this once-in-a-lifetime experience in the mountains of Peru.

visit the wild andes exploring colorfull lagoons along the vilcanota range of mountains.

Along the hike you will see natural lagoons with different colors, orange, blanck, Blue, green and other.

here we have a sacred mountain Ausangate, considered one of the main sacred mountains in the andes, along this hike you will see llamas, alpacas and local.

join this experience, is not full of tourists like other places, Enjoy the wild andes !

*Small Group Experience* (max 8 trekkers) This 2-day trek will take you and a small-group to Rainbow Mountain Peru, also known as Vinicunca, which is a undiscovered land full of wildly desert landscapes, snow capped glaciated peaks, herds of alpaca, and pristine beauty. Enjoy freshly prepared meals by our chef on the trail, and views that you can't get anywhere else. Our special route will take you front and center of the massive Ausangate glacier with pristine lakes below. This is a must do!

The mountains of Peru will leave you with an unforgettable experience, as you are lead into the Peruvian Andes by your local guide. During this trip you will enjoy an amazing night amongst some of the brightest stars you will ever see and a milky way so colorful it will leave you stunned. Our new route which includes a part of the Ausangate Circuit will truly take you off the beaten track; an adventure that will take your breath away constantly.

Order of tours can vary based on availability

Get off the beaten track, and experience a hidden gem deep in the Peruvian Andes. The Rainbow Mountain Day Trek includes, breakfast, snacks, lunch prepared by our chef, private transportation to and from your hotel in Cusco, and a fluent English/ Spanish speaking guide. 

The Red Lagoon has that striking and unusual color due to the mixture of Sulfur and Calcium present in this still little known place. In this place you can also appreciate magnificent landscapes and Andean bird species. The towns surrounding these routes are scattered as families are dedicated to raising camelids or incipient agriculture. They show empathy with the visitor, although it is true some of these natural attractions are not yet being visited with great tourist influx but they promise to be.

This peculiar geographical accident - or work of art of nature - belongs to the snowy Ausangate, in the Vilcanota mountain range. Although its particular beauty is directly proportional to the height in which it is located (the highest point reaches 5,200 m s.n.m.), thousands of people around the world dream of visiting it and arrive to Cusco to make their wish come true.

Apu was the name by which the wise Inca civilization called the mountains to which he attributed mystical powers. Although most of these majestic mountains were covered with snow, there was one that stood out for its color: the Vinicunca Mountain, also known as “the mountain of the 7 colors”.

The Incas gave Vinicunca a masculine character, considering that the masculine energy that fertilized Mother Earth, known as Pachamama, emerged from its foundations. As if that were not enough, the natural framework that surrounds it is no less impressive: turquoise lagoons, a varied fauna and dazzling snowfalls.

The Palccoyo Rainbow Mountain Day Trek is an amazing experience in the Wilcanota Mountain Range of the Andes & a great alternative. This mini trek is perfect for travelers who want to view the colorful mountains of this region without the extra effort of partaking in a full day high altitude trek. It is also a great option for those traveling with their children. Although Palccoyo is at high altitude – the trail itself is short, relatively flat & is far less crowded than Vinicunca.

The views of these striated mountains are absolutely spectacular and on clear days you can see the snow-capped peaks of Ausangate, This tour

will also incorporate a cultural stop in Checacupe where guests can walk across a traditionally created Inca bridge as well as view the interior of an artistically painted church. The Palccoyo Rainbow Mountain Day Trek is an

excellent way to spend a full day in the high Andes without the extra effort!

The Circuit of the 7 Lagoons are located at the foot of the imposing snow-capped Ausangate, among which are the Blue Lagoon and Qomercocha lagoon, along the way you can see towering snow-capped mountains surrounding the community of Pacchanta, and to refresh yourself after a long hike you can also enjoy a bath in its thermal medicinal waters.

Rainbow Mountain, also known as Vinicunca Mountain, is located between the Peruvian Andes, and its location at an altitude of 5000 meters, which makes it a challenge to reach.

On this full-day tour, you will travel to the mountain with your guide and walk through the rugged terrain of Vinicunca. With breakfast, lunch, entrance fees, and transportation from downtown Cuzco, Peru, discover the traditional villages located in the mountains and admire one of the most colorful attractions of Peru.

We know that there are mountains and amazing hills in the whole world, but whoever looks at the Ausangate viewpoints, will discover the thousand colors that this unique mountain shows. A geological gem that is becoming very famous, very fast. Because of the uniqueness of its landscapes, we do not doubt that this incredible mountain will soon be known, as the mountain of the 7 colors will be one of the most desired hiking routes in the world; The mountain AUSANGATE (VINICUNCA) is located only 100 km from the city of Cusco and is the 4th highest mountain in Peru, it is nothing less than 6,372 meters high; its exposed minerals (iron oxides, copper sulfates and others) are shown to form an almost surrealistic image.

This 1-day tour allows you to enjoy majestic landscapes, snowy peaks, and up to 7 colorful lagoons, including at the end a visit to the Pacchanta hot springs.

During this circuit you can explore some native communities, ornaments and colorful textiles, the natural habitat of llamas and alpacas, and share the experience of living around one of the highest and most beautiful mountains of the American continent.

This tour is perfect for those who wish to get away from busy roads and experience an authentic place in this beautiful country.

Without a doubt the Ausangate trail offers some of the most wonderful scenery in the whole of the Cusco area, with many birds and wildlife and also glaciers and high alpine lakes. Its also one of the most challenging in the region with three high passes over 5,000 metres/ 16000 feet. On a clear day, Apu Ausangate dominates Cusco's southern skyline. As we draw closer to this massive massif (6,380 metres/ 20 926 feet) one becomes increasingly impressed and understands fully why the ancient Incas held this spectacular mountain in such high regard. During the whole Ausangate trek circuit we pass local villages where the people dress in their typical attire - the women in beautiful flatboard hats with trimmings - and llamas graze freely

This off-beaten route is perfect for those seeking a break from the tourist crowd and have a close contact with nature. The trekking route runs through the snow-capped peak of Ausangate Mountain (6372 meters / 20,900 feet). Ausangate Mountain has a great significance among Cusqeñans. To us, this is a sacred peak and we call it “Apu”. Although, this peak can be seen pretty much from most parts of Cusco, only a handful enjoy the view from close. Ausangate Sibinacocha Trek will take you the closest to the peak. The area around Ausangate is dotted with alluring views of turquoise lakes, hot springs and traditional Andean villages. On this trip, you will be visiting the unspoiled lake, Lake Sibinacocha. This lake is a highlight of the wondrous trek. It is a fairly challenging route and trekkers should be acclimatised well before the trek. We usually suspend this trek from December to February due to adverse weather conditions.

This is a great and original way to visit Rainbow Mountain.
This is a tour, full of adventure that mixed the adventure by ATVs in the south of Cusco with the trek to Rainbow Mountain.
With this tour you dont need to walk too long fo visit Vinincunca Mountain. You will use ATVs on the route to go to Vinincunca, then you will do a short trek to Rainbow Mountain.

This is a 14 km hike and visit the impressive turquoise water lagoons of the Ausangate snow-capped mountain. On this tour you will enjoy beautiful landscapes and wildlife such as llamas, alpacas and vizcachas.