Peru · Trekking

2-Day Rainbow Mountain Trek in Ausangate with Camping

2 Days Round trip from Anta Moderate pace

The journey

Trip highlights
  • 01 Trek through wild mountain landscapes beneath the towering Ausangate Mountain
  • 02 See hundreds of alpacas and meet local farmers along the trail
  • 03 Camp at Anata surrounded by jaw-dropping scenery at the base of the Andes
  • 04 Enjoy a night sky full of constellations and shooting stars with coca tea or hot chocolate
  • 05 Reach Vinicunca and take in amazing 360-degree vistas from Rainbow Mountain

Enjoy a 2-day trek to Ausangate Mountain and Vinicunca, combining adventure with wild mountain landscapes, snowy peaks, and rushing rivers. Along the way, meet llamas and alpacas with their shepherds, interact with local communities, and learn about their traditional Quechua culture. Camp in the Andes and take in the spectacular scenery before reaching Rainbow Mountain for sweeping views of the surrounding landscape.

Enjoy an unforgettable night sky full of constellations and shooting stars while having coca tea or hot chocolate made from Peruvian chocolate.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 2 Days
Tour type Private
Activity level Moderate
Accommodation Included · Budget
Transport Included
Wheelchair access Not applicable
Cities Cusco, Ausangate
Languages English, Spanish

Day by day

The itinerary

1
Day 01

Trek to Anata through the Ausangate Valley

  • Pick up from the hotel at 4:00 am.
  • Drive 3 hours to the trailhead. Carefully pack the gear near the trailhead while the chef prepares a hot breakfast.
  • Begin the trek in a large green valley. See hundreds of alpacas, local farmers, and the beautiful Ausangate Mountain towering high above.
  • Continue on the trail and conquer the first pass of the trek, Pucacocha Pass. At around 4876 m, the pass sits just above Pucacocha Lake, and the massive Ausangate Mountain is directly in front of you.
  • After a successful climb, stop around noon to eat lunch and recharge your body for the remainder of the hike.
  • Reach Anata, the destination for the night, and enjoy a beautiful evening surrounded by the jaw-dropping landscape at the base of the Andes Mountains.
  • As the sun sets, prepare for dinner with the group.
  • Enjoy an unforgettable night sky full of constellations and shooting stars while having coca tea or hot chocolate made from Peruvian chocolate.

Accommodation: Camping

Meals included: Breakfast, lunch & dinner

Distance: 14 km / 8.7 miles

Elevation: 4200 m-5000 m

Hiking time: 5-6 hours

2
Day 02

Sunrise Trek to Vinicunca Rainbow Mountain

  • Wake up early between 4 am and 5 am, with coca tea delivered to your tent.
  • Have a hearty breakfast and start the climb to Vinicunca (Rainbow Mountain).
  • Upon arrival, take all the time you want to soak in the amazing 360-degree vistas of the surrounding lands and explore the mountain itself.
  • Take the hike down, which will take about three hours, and have lunch.
  • Depart back to Cusco (3 hours).

Meals included: Breakfast, lunch.

Distance: 18 km / 11 miles

Elevation: 5000 m-5200 m-4200 m

Hiking time: 6-7 hours

The route

Where you'll travel

Tour route map
Round trip from Anta 2 cities · 2 Days

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

  • Pick-up at your hotel on the morning of your trek
  • Private transport
  • English-speaking, experienced, professional guide
  • Comfortable tents with two people in a four-person tent
  • Meals as indicated in the itinerary
  • All camping equipment such as a dining tent, table, chairs, kitchen, and toilet tent
  • Tent for our staff to sleep in
  • First aid kit including an emergency oxygen bottle
  • Horses for equipment and personal items, including horse handler
  • Camping pillow and foam sleeping mattresses
  • 7 kg of your personal items, such as extra clothes and a sleeping bag, will be carried by our mules
  • Boiled water for drinking and washing purposes
  • Rain poncho
  • Taxes

What's Not Included

  • Sleeping bag adequate for temperatures of minus 10°C - $20
  • Air mattresses - $20
  • Trekking poles - $15
  • Tips for the crew, guide, and cook

What to bring

  • Original passport
  • Backpack with rain cover
  • Trekking shoes
  • Wool or synthetic socks and a sweater
  • Long- and short-sleeve T-shirts and polo shirts
  • Rain poncho and a cap or hat
  • Bathing suit for the hot springs
  • Sunscreen, insect repellent, rubbing alcohol or gel, water bottle or canteen, toiletries, and toilet paper
  • Camera (wrapped in a plastic bag), a flashlight, and batteries
  • Sunglasses
  • Original passport
  • Extra money and insoles

Know before you go

  • Vegetarian food is available with prior request.

Logistics

Meeting & route

Meeting point
Cusco, Perú
Tour start
Anta, Cusco 08002, Peru
Tour ends at the same location as the start point.
End of the journey

Your 2 days finish where they began, in Anta.

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