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Llapan Atiq S.R.L.
Agencia de Viajes y Turismo
Av. El Sol 948
CC. Sol Plaza Of. 216
Cusco - Peru
www.atiqtravel.com |
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HL- 10 AUSANGATE
(5 Days / 4 Nights)
Dominating the horizon south of Cusco, the magnificent peak of Ausangate (6,372m/21,030ft) is the highest and most sacred mountain in southern Peru. The scenery on this 5 day hike is spectacular. Snowcapped peaks and glaciers look down impassively on seemingly endless grasslands studded with turquoise lakes and thermal pools. Herds of llamas and alpacas graze under the watchful eyes of their owners, who live in the same isolated and picturesque villages that their ancestors founded countless generations ago. This is the perfect trip for anyone who loves the mountains.
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ITINERARY |
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Cusco – Tinqui – Upis |
A scenic bus ride of about 5 hours brings us in the morning to the village of Tinqui where we meet up with our wranglers and start our trek around the base of Ausangate (6372m). Our hike begins with a gentle ascent. After a fortifying lunch we continue hiking for another 3-4 hours, gaining altitude and covering a total distance of app. 10km. During our hike we can observe local farmers working their crops using traditional methods and we may see some alpaca or even vicuña flocks in their natural habitat. Mid afternoon we arrive at our camp close by the natural hot springs of Upis where we can relax. (L/D)
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| DAY 2: |
Upis – Ausangatecocha |
Today we hike close to the majestic glaciers of Apu Ausangate, climbing up to the Arapa Pass (4,700m/15,500ft). From here we descend to the high plateau and the lakes of Pucacocha, Vinacocha and Hatuncocha. The hike offers some spectacular views of the summit and its glaciers. In the afternoon we cross the Apacheta Pass (5,050m/16,700ft) from where we have the most astonishing views of the impressive glacier next to us. From here we descend to our camp on the shore of Ausangatecocha lagoon. (B/L/D)
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| DAY 3: |
Ausangatecocha – Chilcapinaya |
After our breakfast in these unique surroundings we start our ascent to the highest point of the circuit: Palomani Pass (5,100m/16,900ft). The climb is hard but the indescribable panoramic views of the Ausangatecocha Lake and the surrounding snow peaks from the summit are definitely worthwhile. After lunch we descend to the valley and climb up again for another hour to the grasslands at Champa Pampa where we can observe big flocks of Alpacas and the cute Vizcachas in the rocky areas. (B/L/D)
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Chilcapinaya – Pacchanta |
During the morning we climb our fourth and last pass: (5,050m/16,700ft). On the way we can enjoy fantastic views onto the surrounding snow covered mountain chains. From the pass we start our long but easy descent, passing by beautiful glacier lagoons and Alpaca herds on our way to our camp at Pacchanta. Here we can relax in the natural hot springs with majestic Ausangate right in front of us and enjoy a typical Pachamanca (earth oven dish). (B/L/D)
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| DAY 5: |
Pacchanta – Tinqui – Cusco |
After a delicious breakfast we start our easy hike of 3 hours to the village of Tinki where we say goodbye to our wranglers and continue by bus back to Cusco. Transfer to the hotel for overnight. (B/L) |
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OUR SERVICE INCLUDES: |
Private transport Cusco-Tinqui (roundtrip), bilingual guide, cook, wranglers, mules for equipment and support saddle horses, camping equipment (double-, dining-, kitchen- and toilet tents, mats, etc.), meals (4 breakfasts, 5 lunches, 4 dinners and snacks)
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NOT INCLUDED: |
Sleeping bags, not mentioned meals, extra services such as tips.
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