Hiking - Ausangate. Trekking and Backpacking trips

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.

Wealth of wildlife

The Andes of Peru are home to a large collection of flora and fauna scattered across the mountainside. You may catch a glimpse of the famous spectacled bear, or the soaring Andean condor, the largest flying bird in the world. And the slopes surrounding the Ausangate are populated with llama and alpaca herding communities.

Myths among the mountain

The stunning summits and rugged nature of Peru not only offer incredible scenery. Ancient civilisations that inhabited the valleys around Ausangate breathed a magical and sacred sense into the valleys and mountains. Inca legends are scattered across the land, while indigenous communities still commemorate ancient festivals.

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Located in the south of Peru is the iconic mountain of Ausangate, fixed to the Vilcanota mountain range of the Andes. It reaches a peak of 6,384 meters and contains interesting geological features, such as hanging glaciers, low-lying valleys and limestone forests. The mountain range is located between the regions of Cusco and Puno.

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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.

Language

Spanish.

Currency

Sol.

Country code

+51.

Best time to visit

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

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Myths among the mountain

Majestic mountain

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Best time to visit

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