Luxury Trekking to Ausangate
Trekking the picturesque trails of Ausangate.
The Ausangate mountain was sacred to the Incas because they thought it contained a spirit that brought fertility to the Andes. In modern times, the inhabitants still think of it as "the omnipotent shepherd" because of its importance to their livestock and way of life.
As one of the tallest mountains in southern Peru, standing at 6,372 meters (about 20905 feet) above sea level and covered in a reddish-brown hue, it's easy to understand why the Andeans have bestowed a powerful, heavenly spirit upon it.
As you retire for the night at each cozy lodge, you'll be treated to a different vantage point of the mountain each time. You can relax knowing that the lodges we've chosen have been created in keeping with their natural surroundings, following strict ecological guidelines. This way, you won't have to worry about angering the sacred mountain; in your private Peru tour.
Travel to Ausangate Trekking
Going on a trek from lodge to lodge is the surest way to feel like you're in Ausangate. Follow in the ancients' footsteps as you traverse unfathomably varied landscapes, from verdant valleys to snow-capped mountains, serene lakes, suspended glaciers, and flocks of llamas and alpacas. From its source in the highlands all the way to the Amazon, the Vilcanota River winds its way through the valley.
Travel expert, Stacey Leasca
Experiences in Ausangate Trekking
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Cultural and Spiritual
The Ausangate region is of profound spiritual importance to the indigenous Quechua. The frequent observance of pilgrimages and rituals in these mountains demonstrates the profound affinity that the inhabitants have with the land.
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Ausangate Glacial Peaks and Passes
The ascent entails traversing elevated passes that provide expansive vistas of the Ausangate region. Despite the difficulty posed by their altitude, these passes offer some of the most breathtaking views of the trek.
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Andean Wildlife
There is an abundance of diverse fauna in the region. It is common to observe the vicua, an untamed relative of the llama and alpaca. The fleece of these animals is exceptionally valuable. The region also provides a sanctuary for the Andean condor, a legendary bird of the Andes.
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Rainbow Mountain (Vinicunca)
Rainbow Mountain, an exceptionally distinctive feature of the trek, has garnered attention owing to its mineral striations, which bestow a rainbow-like appearance upon the mountainside.
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Red Valley
This valley, situated close to Rainbow Mountain, is renowned for its vibrant crimson soil, which presents an arresting juxtaposition to the surrounding snow-covered and verdant peaks.
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Ausangate Mountain
An exceedingly lofty and revered peak in the Andes, Ausangate Mountain lends its name to this expedition. Awe-inspiring panoramas can be held atop this snow-capped peak.
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Luxury Accommodation at Ausangate Trekking
In Ausangate Trekking, there are numerous amazing locations to stay in your private trip. Here are a few of our favorites, as chosen by our travel specialists.
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