Gate of the Sun - Peru - Trekking - Ausangate Highlands Trek

Peru - Ausangate Highlands Trek

2009 Rates	2-6	7-12
7 days / 6 nights	$661	$537

All rates are per person, in US dollars and subject to change at any time.
Itineraries are subject to change at any time and for any reason

Imagine hiking through an amazing Andean landscape of glacial lakes, deep red cliffs, sparkling glaciers and relaxing hot springs. Most of the local inhabitants speak the ancient Quechuan language with little or no Spanish. They dress in beautiful hand woven ponchos and take care of their herds of llamas and alpacas. We may also be able to observe native fauna, such as the marmot like Vizcacha and herds of rare Vicuña (a wild relative of the llama). We will observe high Andean birds, such as geese, puna ibis, caracara hawks, torrent ducks and the majestic Andean Condor.

Ausangate Trek

Amazing
Ausangate
Highlands Trek

Although we will be hiking at an elevation of 3,800 meters, the trek is considered to be a moderate one. Pack animals will carry all our luggage and gear and a professional guide and camp crew will do their best to ensure that we eat well, learn a lot, and have a wonderful time!

ITINERARY

Day 1:Cusco / Tinki
Morning drive to the head of the trail at the town of Tinki 3,800 meters. Here we join our pack animals and camp. (L+D)

Day 2:Tinki / Upispampa
We start our trek around Mt.Ausangante, camping by the hot springs of Upispampa with a spectacular view of the highest peak in the Vilcanota Range. (B+L+D)

Day 3-4-5-6:Upispampa / Finaya / Pacchanta
After a hearty breakfast we continue our trek around this great mountain, regarded as an Apu (Great Spirit) by the local natives who speak ´´quechua´´ the Incas dialect and dress in traditional colorful costumes taking care of their herds of llamas and alpacas. We will pass pristine lakes and sparkling glaciers and over a couple of 5,000 meter passes. The day before the end of the trek we will camp by the hamlet of Pacchanta where we can relax in the local Hot Springs.(B+L+D)

Day 7:Tinki / Cusco
After a 3 hour walk we arrive back to Tinki; where our transportation will be waiting to take us back to Cusco. Dinner on your own. (B+L)

INCLUDES	DOES NOT INCLUDE	YOU SHOULD BRING
Transfer in Cusco Transportation to trail head All meals during trek Pack animals for bearing luggage Guide, Cook, Assistants Double occupancy tents All camping gear plus First Aid kit	International or local flights Additional tours or meals in the cities Laundry, liquor, tips Personal Items Items not mentioned	Personal sleeping bag and mattress Back pack, or duffel bag trekking shoes Water bottle Flash light Hat Personal clothing Insect repellent Day pack