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Ausangate Trek 5 Days

5.0 · 89 ratings on Guidekin & Tripadvisor 100% of star-rated reviews are 4★ or 5★ Cusco Operated by Vidal Expeditions Free cancellation · up to 24 hours before
Duration
5 days
Group
Shared tour
Guide languages
English, Spanish
Start & pickup
05:00 · Hotel pickup included
Tickets
Admission not included, pay on site
Booking
Instant confirmation · mobile ticket
Guidekin's take

The Ausangate Trek passes snowy mountains and turquoise lakes, with chances to see alpacas and llamas.

Camping equipment, horses to carry gear and meals are included; entrance fees and a sleeping bag are extra. 4.99 from 89 reviews at €601 per person for 5 days.

In our comparison: #8 of 25 in Lares, Inca Jungle & Other Treks, by rating weighted by review volume (see the comparison).

How we choose tours →Commissions never affect our verdicts.

Price and inclusions

One price for every traveller: €601 per adult.

Included and not included

  • Camping equipment
  • Horses for equipments
  • Lunch
  • Dinner
  • Breakfast
  • Gratuities
  • Entrance fee (20 soles)
  • Sleeping bag

Child prices by age band are shown at checkout. Option texts and prices come from the operator's listing; prices checked on Viator on 8 November 2026.

Reviews

5.0
89 ratings
Guidekin & Tripadvisor

100% of ratings with a star breakdown are 4★ or 5★: 89 of 89

Star breakdown of all 89 ratings

5 stars
88 · 99%
4 stars
1 · 1%
3 stars
0 · 0%
2 stars
0 · 0%
1 star
0 · 0%

What reviewers say

Reviewers praise the knowledgeable team, varied meals and quiet mountain scenery; altitude makes the trek demanding.

Praised

  • Guides share detailed knowledge of Andean culture, wildlife and mountains
  • Flexible pacing and attentive support for hikers affected by altitude
  • Varied, plentiful meals prepared in remote mountain camps
  • Good camping equipment and efficient camp setup
  • Remote mountain scenery with few other trekking groups

Complaints

  • Demanding climbs and altitude sickness trouble some hikers

Written by Guidekin from the 50 most recent English reviews on Tripadvisor (19 June 2022 to 16 October 2026). Refreshed as new reviews arrive; last checked 8 November 2026.

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Meeting point and route

Meeting point

Departure
05:00 daily; scheduled year-round (operator schedule, seats confirmed at checkout)
Pickup
Hotel pickup included
Operator
Vidal Expeditions; booking and payment are completed on Viator

About this tour, from the operator

The Ausangate Trek is located in the south of Cusco, where you can get an authentic Andean experience. Hike between snowy mountains, turquoise lakes, herds of alpacas and llamas, learn the local culture, be impressive with the energy of Apu Ausangate, considered the deity of the Andes. Learn about Pachamama (Mother Earth).

Walking, children and accessibility

The operator's own notes, grouped by topic. Nothing here is added by Guidekin.

Walking and health

  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness

Good to know

  • Food included Lunch, Dinner, Breakfast

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

  • 1+ days: Full refund
  • 0-1 days: No refund

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This tour · #8 of 25€6015 days4.99 (89)shared
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Ranked #8 of 25 in Lares, Inca Jungle & Other Treks by Guidekin score (rating weighted by review volume). Prices here run from €103 to €1028, median €592; typical length 4 days. 1 of 25 are private. Figures are live from the tour cards; the rubric is our handpicked set, not the whole market. Compare all 25 Lares, Inca Jungle & Other Treks

From €601 per adult