Ausangate Hiking

Conquer the sacred summit of the Peruvian Andes and discover Inca treasures

Among the highlands of Cuzco stands the great rugged mountain of Ausangate, infused with Inca mythology and breathtaking scenery. Also known as the Rainbow Mountain, its slopes form a rolling pallet of red, lavender, gold and turquoise that is striking to the eye. Visit during the months between May and September for ideal hiking conditions in Ausangate.

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Trek to the Rainbow Mountain in Peru, Day trip from Cusco

A local certified guide from our team will lead you on this day-long trek from Cusco, Peru, to one of the most astonishing, striking and beautiful sights you will ever see, the magnificent Rainbow Mountain, a geological formation of rich, vivacious colours that will leave you speechless.

1 day

Beginner

Occasional

FromEUR 85

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4-day Ausangate Trek in the Cordillera Vilcanota from Cusco

Join a local certified mountain guide from our team for this unforgettable and amazingly scenic 4-day variation of the Ausangate Trek, near Cusco, Peru.

4 days

Intermediate

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FromUSD 1250

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Ausangate and Rainbow Mountain Trek in Peru, from Cusco (5 days)

Join a local certified guide from our team as he leads you on this truly spectacular and awe-inspiring 5-day Ausangate and Rainbow Mountain Trek in Peru, from Cusco, a wondrous journey entailing high mountain passes, mesmerizing lakes and glaciers, and the world famous Rainbow Mountain.

5 days

Intermediate

Fit

FromUSD 1250

5-day Ausangate Trek in Peru

Follow Carlos, an UIAGM certified guide, on this wonderful trekking adventure. Discover the Ausangate peak and all the amazing things around it.

5 days

Intermediate

Fit

4-day Trek in Ausangate and Rainbow Mountain, Peru

Join a certified guide on this highly memorable and beautiful 4-day trek in Ausangate and Rainbow Mountain, Peru, where you will take in some of the most stunning scenery Peru has to offer, capped off by a visit to the world-famous Rainbow Mountain.

4 days

Intermediate

Fit

FromUSD 460

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One week Ausangate Trek with a guide

Adner is a local and experienced mountain guide who is leading an amazing trekking week in Ausangate, the most Inca sacred mountain.

6 days

Intermediate

Occasional

FromUSD 750

A 12-day amazing trek in Ausangate, Perú

If you like the powerful mountain ranges, their mythical stories and massif glaciers you have to come with us to this 12-day trekking adventure across Ausangate.

12 days

Any

FromUSD 1457

Peru trek: Colca, Titicaca, Ausangate & Machu Picchu (3 weeks)

Let Christopher, a certified rock climbing instructor, guide you across Peru. Discover mesmerizing places, from dazzling lakes, to vibrant cities, and from Inca ruins to magnificent ice capped mountains.

21 days

Intermediate

Fit

FromUSD 2250

Rainbow Mountain full day hiking tour

Enjoy a full hiking day in company with the local guide Adner and get to the summit of the Rainbow Mountain. It's one of the 100 places you should visit before die, according to National Geographic.

1 day

Any

FromUSD 100

There are many reasons for choosing Hiking in Ausangate

The Ausangate mountain in the south of Peru is the fifth highest peak in the country. But the most striking feature of the mountain is the piercing colours that layer the mountain. Also known as Rainbow Mountain, the landscape is dramatic and hiking here offers unique thrills not experienced anywhere else on Earth.

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Currency

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Country code

+51

Language

Spanish

Best time to visit

Visit during the months between May and September for ideal hiking conditions in Ausangate

What's the weather like?

The mountains of Peru are dominantly affected by damp air coming from the Amazon and the dry desert air from the west

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Ausangate Hiking

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