7-day ausangate sibinacocha trek

This 7-day trip will take you on one of Peru's highest and most remote treks to the tallest mountain in the Cusco region.

At 6,372 metres, the immense Ausangate is the fifth tallest mountain in Peru and considered sacred by the local people. Due to the remoteness of our challenging trek there, it's perfect for taking in some of the most breathtaking scenery southern Peru has to offer, as well as spotting some elusive Andean wildlife. As you hike through the Cordillera Vilcanota, you'll pass through landscapes dotted with llamas and alpaca, get spectacular views of coloured lagoons fed by melting snow from the surrounding mountains, take in stunning views of rainbow mountains, and possibly encounter high altitude animals such as vizcachas, vicuñas, and Andean flamingoes. You'll be accompanied all the way by one of our expert guides, and camp out beneath the Andean night sky.

Let True Peru take you on one of the most spectacular treks the Andes have to offer.

Itinerary:

Day 1

Pick-up in Cusco

4 hour stunning drive to Tinqui

Stop-off in Urpis Market

Stopp-off at Cattca cattle community

Lunch

3 hour trek to Pacchanta

Visit to Pacchanta hot springs

Camping at Pacchanta

Day 2

Trek through Pacchanta Valley

Arrival at camping in Qomerqocha

Dinner

Camping at Qomerqocha with spectacular mountain views

Day 3

4 hour trek to Abra de Q´ampa Pass

Descent to Ticllaqocha Lagoons

Lunch at lagoons

2-3 hours trek to Yanamayo for camping with views of Tres Picos, Colquecruz, and Pucapunta peaks

Day 4

Trek to Yanaqocha Lagoon

Hike through Yanaqocha Pass

Hike to Condorpaso

Camping at Condorpaso

Day 5

2 hour hike to Abra del Condor Pass

3 hour hike into valley of Sibinacocha Lake

Camping beside lake

Day 6

3 hour trek along shores of Sibinacocha Lagoon to Yayamari community

Trek to Abra Cascana

Camping at Abra Cascana Lagoon with views of Montura and Chumpi peaks

Day 7

3.5 hour trek to Phinaya

Lunch

6 hour drive back to Cusco

All meals included in price

Please note that this is a reasonably challenging trek and experience is advised. If required, riding horses or horses to carry luggage can be arranged at a reasonable daily rate.