Ausangate trek 2 days | Rainbow Mountain

Rainbow Mountain trek 2 days | Explore vibrant Andes

The Rainbow Mountain of Peru, known as Vinicunca, is one of those places that truly leaves a mark, and the ausangate trek 2 days is the perfect way to experience it without committing to a long expedition. Ausangate Mountain has been sacred to local Andean communities since long before Inca times and is still respected today as a powerful mountain spirit that protects the region. Traditionally, reaching these landscapes meant trekking for nearly a week, but this shorter route was created for travelers who want to feel the magic of Ausangate, walk through high-altitude scenery, and connect with living Andean traditions, all in just two unforgettable days

On this trek you will see quaint villages, beautiful adobe style houses, herds of llamas and alpacas and you will have magnificent views of the Ausangate Glacier (6,385 m / 20,945 ft), the highest mountain in the Cusco region. With uninterrupted beauty and solitude, this is a spectacular trip for trekkers who love a true outdoor adventure.

Cusco I Cusipata I Quesoyuno I Vinicunca I Rainbow Mountain I Cusipata I Cusco

Duration of the trip:

2 Days | 1 Night

Total Distance

15 km

Physical Level:

Advanced

Altitude:

5100 m.a.s.l

Type of Tour:

Trekking Nature & Culture

Group SIze:

02 Min - 10 Max

Ausangate trek 2 days overview

STARTING POINT: Pick-up from Cusco & Sacred Valley Hotel/Airbnb. From 4:00 am to 4:30 am
ENDING POINT: Drop-off in Cusco at Hotel/Airbnb
DEPARTURE: Daily. If you are a group of 02 we depart (No matter if you have paid as a large group service). We NEVER pass our people onto another operator as most agencies do here in Cusco.
HIKING DISTANCE: 2 Days Time
PHYSICAL LEVEL: Level 4. we Also recommend Aclimatize 2 days before we begin the trek
MAXIMUM ALTITUDE: 5200 m.a.s.l
TRANSPORTATION: Bus Round trip Cusco – Quesiuno – Cusco
ACCOMMODATIONS: Camping Tent & Aguas Calientes Hotel
MEALS: 1 breakfast, 2 lunches, 1 dinner

Ausangate trek & Rainbow Mountain 2 days Short Itinerary:

Day 1: Cusco – Quesiuno – Hampatuyoc Rumi – Pampa Camp
Day 2: Pampa – Rainbow Mountain Pass Vinicunca – Cusco

Ausangate trek 2 days highlights

Enjoy the sunrise In Ausangate Mountain
Enjoy the scenic of the Ausangate Snow Mountain
Make a small ritual for the Andean gods and learn about the Incan religion
Enjoy our friendly customer service and experienced top guides
Hike through the different types of landscapes and Sceneries, such as cloud forests, highlands, grassy hills, and Andean valleys
Explore Machu Picchu and the surrounding area with expert and knowledgeable tour top guides

Please, Note: We need at least 02 of you and Leave any day you suit. All Departures are 100% Guaranteed If You’re Booked, You Are Going !!! To Confirm and Secure the Inca Trail Permits. Send us the filled-out booking form as well as a deposit of 30% and you are ready to go.

DAY 1
Cusco – Quesiuno – Hampatuyoc Rumi – Pampa Camp+

DAY 2
Pampa – Rainbow Mountain Pass Vinicunca – Cusco+

Includes the Ausangate trek 2 days

Private Transportation To Tinki and Bus Back from Quesiuno (Trailhead)
English – Spanish speaking guide for 2 days of the Ausangate & Rainbow Mountain
Guided assistance
Thermarest air-inflate Confortable sleeping pad
Cook and assistance of the Cook.
Cooking equipment
Snacks
Daily tea service
Dining equipment including chairs and tables
Portable environmental Biodegradable toilet (The Pett)
Food service in the campsites (1 breakfast, 2 lunches, 1 dinner, 1 snacks) – nutritionally balanced menu
Vegetarian menu at no extra cost
Personal trekking food – nutritionally balanced menu(Buffet)
Two person tents (3-people capacity tent used as doubles – Kayla Doite)
Horseman and Horses.(To carry our camping equipment, food and 7 kilos of your personal stuff like: sleeping bag and mat as well as cothes) We Never overload our Horses(well Animal Welfare). During Ausangate Sector.
Porters to carry all our camping equipment as well as food.
Ausangate entrance fees, valid for 2 days
Camping equipment and basic field equipment for our Cook and horseman
First-aid kit
Emergency oxygen bottle
Rain waterproof cover for your day backpacks
Pre trek Orientation – briefing (Hotel or Office)
Insurance policy for our porters and Cooks.

Doesnt Include the Ausangate trek 2 days (Please, No hidden costs or surprises)

Breakfast – Day 1
Tips (optional)
Travel and health insurance.(bring copies with you please):Quechuas Expeditions highly recommend to get an insurance of trip cancellation/interruption insurance to protect your travel investment. Included with your pre-departure package, bring your travel insurance to cover trip cancellation, interruption, baggage loss and delay, emergency medical evacuation insurance and emergency medical expense insurance.

Ausangate trek and Rainbow Mountain 2 days (Prices for 2026)

Availability: Daily Departures All Departures are 100% Guaranteed. If You’re Booked, You are Going, We wont Cancel your Trip !!!

How to Book?: Send us all Your Personal information as well as a Deposit of 30% and the Final Balance will be paid once you are in Cusco.

Group Service: Price per person: US$350

(You will be joined into a formed group of people who come from different countries/Nationalities): (Group Size: 04 Minimum – 12ppl Average – 16ppl Maximum)

Private Service:
A personalized experience for your group:

2 participants: $450.00 USD per person
3-5 participants: $350.00 USD per person
6-9 participants: $300.00 USD per person
10+ participants: $250.00 USD per person

Recommended for Honeymooners, Families with children & Groups of Friends (02 Persons Minimum)

If you are a group of 02 we depart (No matter if you have paid as GROUP SERVICE). We NEVER pass our people onto another operator as most agencies do here in cusco.

What you need to bring to Ausangate trek 2 days

Most people automatically assume that the weather is hot in South America, but because of the higher altitude in the Andes, the temperature can feel quite cold, especially at night. We recommend the use of a duffel bag or backpack, whichever is easiest for you to carry. A good size daypack is also essential.

List of things you must bring:

Original Passport (and some copies) If you have changed your passport Bring a couple of copies of the one that you Incaused to purchase the inca trail permit.
Travel insurance is essential (and some copies)
US$ cash and Credit or debit card (see personal spending money)
Camera and Memory cards
Rechargeable batteries and adapters
Reading/writing material
Binoculars
Cover for backpacks
Pocketknife.
Fleece top
Windproof/waterproof jacket
Small towel and swimwear
Shirts/t-shirts
Sun hat
2 pairs of shorts
2 pairs of long trousers *Zipp off
1 pair of hiking pants/track pants
Hiking boots/ sturdy walking shoes (with ankle protectors)
Knee-length socks (to be used with rubber boots, if provided at the jungle lodge)
Sport hiking sandals
Sunblock
Sunglasses
Toiletries (biodegradable)
Watch or alarm clock
Water bottle
Purifying tablets or filter (Micropur recommended)
Insect Repellent (for mosquitos)25 % of deet at least you can also by in Cusco.
Flashlight (headlight recommended)
Money belt
Sleeping silk liner (for sleeping bags)
Wool hat, mitts or gloves (preferably waterproof)
Rain poncho, plastic bags for your personal stuff to keep dry
Sleeping bag (it can be hired from us) we have goose down or synthetic sleeping bag
Anti-inflammatory tablets (e.g. Ibuprofen)
Thermal underwear
Personal first-aid kit (should contain lip salve, Aspirin, Band-Aids, anti-histamine, Imodium or similar tablets for mild cases of diarrhea, re-hydration powder, extra prescription drugs you may be taking)

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