The Ausangate Trek 4 Days is a camping trek from Cusco around the west side of Ausangate (6,384 m), ending at Rainbow Mountain (Vinicunca, 5,036 m). On day one you hike past the 7 Lakes. On day two you cross a high pass and camp beside the Ausangate lagoon (about 4,630 m), below its southern glacier. On day three you walk through red valleys to Anantapata (about 4,700 m), facing Rainbow Mountain. On day four you reach the summit early, before the day tours from Cusco. About 50 km in total.
Trip facts
Duration: 4 days · 3 nights camping
Pickup: 5:00 AM, Cusco's historic center
Day 1: 7 Lakes of Ausangate → first camp
Day 2: High pass → Ausangate lagoon camp (about 4,630 m)
Day 3: Red valleys → Anantapata camp (about 4,700 m)
Day 4: Rainbow Mountain (5,036 m) → Cusco
Distance: About 50 km (31 mi)
Minimum age: 15 years
Group size: the price is per person for a minimum of 3 travelers per booking; up to 12 additional travelers can be added (15 max).
100% refund 5 days or more before
50% between 72 h and 5 days
No refund less than 72 h before
Refunds are calculated on the total price. Card and transaction fees are non-refundable. Full policy: https://ausangatetrek.net/cancellation-policy/
Minimum age: 15 years.
Round-trip transport from Cusco's historic center
A mountain guide for the full 4 days, who keeps the pace steady and checks how you handle the altitude
Tents for all 3 nights: no camping gear to buy, rent or carry
Sleeping bag rated to −5 °C (23 °F)
Pack horses carry 7 kg of your gear, so you hike with a light daypack
11 meals from your trek cook: 4 breakfasts, 4 lunches and 3 dinners
Emergency oxygen and a first-aid kit on the trail every day
Emergency horse for groups of more than 5
Community entrance fees: S/ 90 per person, in cash: Pacchanta S/ 20, Surapata S/ 20, Anantapata S/ 20 and Rainbow Mountain S/ 30
Dinner on day 4, once you are back in Cusco
Tips for the guide, cook and horsemen
Travel insurance (recommended for any hike at high altitude)
Optional: Red Valley, S/ 30 in cash
Optional: trekking poles (bring your own or rent them in Cusco)