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Ausangate Trek to Rainbow Mountain 4 Days


4 Days & 3 Nights | Starting From: $ 690.00 per person

Upis - Arapa Pass - Yanaqocha - Pukaqocha - Puka Pass - Anantapata - Qomer Qocha - Rainbow Mountain - Red Valley
Ausangate Trek to Rainbow Mountain 4 Days

Ausangate Trek to Rainbow Mountain 4 Days

4 Days & 3 Nights

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Activity Type
Hiking, Camping & Nature
Max Altitude
5,100 m / 16,732 ft
Activity Level
Active / Moderate to challenging
Group Size
Min 2 ppl, Max 8 ppl

Experience the Magnificent Ausangate to Rainbow Mountain Trek

Unfold the allures of Ausangate Trek to Rainbow Mountain on this guided trek over 4 days and 3 nights

Ausangate Trek 4 days– Experience the best of the Ausangate trek with Rainbow Mountains (Vinicunca) on this 4-day hiking adventure through one of Peru’s most timeless and wilderness regions, in Southern Cusco. This adventure trek takes you to travel off the beaten path, at the skirt of the Ausangate peak (6300m/21,000ft.), with impressive and beautiful landscapes of the Andes, snow-capped mountains, glaciers and high alpine lakes, waterfall, surreal rainbow-striped passes, and herd of llamas and alpacas, in the most iconic snow-capped mountain in the Vilcanota Range, and the incredible colorful Vinicunca or Rainbow Mountains. This beautiful multi-day hike to get the ultimate destination Rainbow Mountain is designed for a smoother and leisurely hike in the remote and untouched wilderness of the Ausangate route – a bucket-list trail high in the Andes.

  • Tour Name: Ausangate Trek to Rainbow Mountain (Vinicunca)
  • Trek / Tour Duration: 4 Days/3 Nights
  • Location/Terrain: Glacial, rocky trails, snow-capped peaks and multiple high passes
  • Acclimatization: Due to the high altitude, we recommend 2 to 3 days in Cusco before embarking on our 4 day Ausangate Rainbow Mountain hike
  • Accommodation: 3 nights camping facilities, we use 4 person tents that are shared by only two people, come with one-Inch thick foam mattress pad, and pillow. Therma-rest and sleeping bags are provided upon request.
  • Adventure Rating ★★★★☆ – Moderate – Demanding to strenuous, lengthy and high altitude: Travelers should be physically fit and prepared for multiple hours of activity. Certain days might have more challenging physical activities with full-day hikes (6-8 hours)
  • Activities: Hiking / Trekking, Camping Adventure
  • Altitude: 3,799 m/12,464ft to 5,050m/16,568ft
  • Departures: Daily departures with 2 or more people
  • Customizable: Yes! Private, custom, add-ons all available

What's it like

Our 4 day Ausangate trek itinerary gets you to experience diverse landscapes, enter into remote Andean culture and see isolated communities of the highland and unforgettable night sky. This Rainbow Trek is a new route in the high Andes, tucked away in a well-hidden section along the shadow of one of Peru’s most sacred peaks.

At the end of each thrilling day of the trek, the staff of Peru Spirit Adventure will welcome you to our unique campsite in dramatic settings, each one featuring private roomy tents, dining tent, toilet tent and, delightful cuisine!

Join us and be one of the first adventurers to make this Ausangate Trek in 4 days, and hike alongside the magnificent Apu Ausangate and arriving at the colorful striated Vinicunca mountains – an impressive natural formation colored hills. Whether you have experience in hiking and you’re really up for a challenge you can go on our incredible 3D/2N Challenge Ausangate Trek to Rainbow Mountain or the 5D/4N Ausangate Trek Circuit and Rainbow Mountain. This isn’t a trek for all, but those who want to get off the beaten path will find this an experience of a lifetime–Ausangate trek 4 days.

Highlights of the Ausangate to Rainbow Mountain Trek

  • Get off the beaten path and explore remote mountains along the Ausangate hike, in a high Andean realm close by to herd of llamas, and alpacas to the fantastic Rainbow Mountain.
  • Enjoy the stunning and remote hike in Peru, traveling along the untouched wilderness with the view of ice-clad Ausangate mountain.
  • Hike a segment of the Ausangate Circuit route with spectacular views of glaciers, turquoise alpine lakes with flocks of aquatic birds, and rugged mountains along the Ausangate Peak.
  • A trek designed for a smoother and leisurely experience in the remote part of the Ausangate region to enter into the remote Andean culture.
  • Explore the unique natural formations on earth the Rainbow Mountain with a specialist guide – some of the most beautiful, natural landscapes in all of South America.
  • Camp along remote mountainsides, enter into remote Andean culture, and see an unforgettable night sky, in the Cordillera Vilcanota.
  • Enjoy the comforts of our legendary Ausangate Trek camping services—the best on the trail and a bucket-list trail high in the Andes.
  • Travel with your own private guide, muleteers, horses, delicious camp cuisine prepared by your personal cook.
  • This is fully supported trek by an emergency horse, horseman and horses (to carry tents, food, cooking gear and backpacks), and private trek leader
  • Small groups, Big adventures (min 2 – max 8 / average 4).
  • Direct & official local tour operator based in Cusco, managed by locals & accredited by the Peruvian Ministry of Tourism.

Itinerary At a Glance

  • DAY
    1
    Cusco – Ocongate – Upis Community – Upis Hot Spring and Camp

    In the morning of our Ausangate to Rainbow Mountain trek, we will pick you up from your hotel in Cusco and then travel by private Van through picturesque Andean towns of Urcos, Cattca, Ocongate, Tinki until the community of Upis to begin our epic Ausangate trek 4 days.

    Enjoy breakfast with a view of the impressive Ausangate Mountain and then we hike following a gentle uphill trail for 3 hours to Upis camp. In the afternoon, you ‘ll have a chance to plunge into the thermal pools, or just walking around trying to shoot the best sunset on the summit of Ausangate.

  • DAY
    2
    Upis Campsite – Arapa Pass – Yana Cocha – Pukaqocha Campsite

    We will wake you up in your tent with a steaming cup of hot coca tea and then enjoy a nutritious breakfast. Then we will walk along a winding path through awe-inspiring vistas of the Andean landscape and see local herders and llamas, Ausangate Mountain as well as pretty lagoons.

    Spend the night in Puka Qocha campsite on the Ausangate to Rainbow Mountain trek, located just below the towering Ausangate Mountain, surrounded by breathtaking lakes, incredible hanging glaciers, and towering peaks.

  • DAY
    3
    Puka Qocha Campsite – Puca Pass – Ananta – Warmisaya Pass – Qomer Qocha

    This is the toughest and, of course, the incredibly picturesque day of Ausangate trek to Rainbow Mountain. You’ll pass through 2 mountains in 7-8 hours of Hiking: Pukaqocha Pass, and the Warmisaya Pass, which is the highest point of the four-day Ausangate trek.

    At the Puca Qocha pass, enjoy the incredible 360º views of one of the most incredible landscapes on earth and then hike through a vivid green valley full of alpacas and llamas, if you are lucky, you may see an Andean condor or the rare vicuña. In the evening, we stay in close proximity to Rainbow Mountain.

  • DAY
    4
    Qomer Qocha Camp – Rainbow Mountain – Red Valley – Cusco

    Get up early to trek for 1 hour and 30 minutes to Rainbow Mountain and experience the Rainbow Mountain in all of its glory with solitude. After visiting Vinicunca Mountain, or Mountain of Seven Colors and admiring the astounding beauty of this impressive natural formation.

    We will continue our trek towards the Red Valley, a captivating and unmissable location. Once we reach the end of the trail. Here, we will bid farewell to our muleteers and cook, expressing our gratitude for their assistance throughout the journey. Finally, we’ll drive back to Cusco.

Itinerary for Ausangate Trek to Rainbow Mountain – 4 Days

Pre-Trek Briefing: We will provide a full pre-trek briefing for the Ausangate trek 4 days at your hotel or other agreed upon location the night before your trek, and you can take this opportunity to ask questions about the trek itinerary and make any final preparations. You will also be given your duffle bag so that you can pack your gear for the trek. Please take this into consideration when booking your travel plans to Cusco, ensuring you arrive in time for the briefing.

Day 1: Cusco – Ocongate – Upis Community – Upis Hot Spring and Camp

On the morning of our Ausangate Trek 4 Days tour, we’ll pick you up at 5:00am from your hotel in Cusco to start our amazing rural adventure, we will then drive for 3 hours, in our private transport, along the beautiful landscape of the Andes, passing through the town of Urcos, Cattca, and Ocongate towards the village of Tinki, where we will get off to stretch our legs and we will take advantage of visiting the Tiki town where we will see people still wearing their typical dress.

Then we will head back to our transport to continue the journey for about 1 hour on dusty and bumpy roads until we reach the starting point of Ausangate Trek 4 Days to Rainbow Mountain. Once we get to the trailhead of our hike, called Upis Community (4,179m / 13,710ft), you tour guide will introduce you to the rest of your trekking team like cook and horsemen.

At the beginning of the hike, you will have time to organize and pack your rucksacks, apply sunscreen and get ready to start the great adventure, and enjoy your breakfast with a view of the snow-capped peak before starting to hike.

Following breakfast, we will start by hiking up a wide, ascending path with many streams through the highland valley inhabited by herds of llamas and alpacas to the northeast face of the impressive Ausangate mountain. As we continue our trekking by the path that is almost flat with some ups and downs, we meet some farmers wearing their typical dress.

After three-hour walking amidst farming fields and beautiful traditional houses in a gentle up, we’ll reach Upis camp where we’ll enjoy delicious lunch prepared by our trekking chef, and we will camp in this dramatic place, with the spectacular view to Ausangate in front of our camp.

Later in the afternoon, we will have a chance to relax and soak in a natural hot spring whose cost is 10 PEN, or just walking around trying to shoot the best sunset on incredible views of the snow-capped Ausangate range, or hike to Upis Lake which takes 2 hours round trip. The trail to this beautiful lake is flat for about 40 minutes and the last 20 minutes is a gradual uphill.

  • Hiking Time: 5-6 hours approx.
  • Hiking Distance: 10 km / 6.21 miles
  • Campsite altitude: 13,776ft. / 4,198 mt.
  • Level of difficulty: Moderate
Trek to Ausangate and Rainbow Mountain in 4 days
A wide and smooth ascent to the impressive Ausangate mountain on Ausangate trek 4 days experience to Rainbow Mountain

Day 2: Upis Campsite – Arapa Pass – Yana Cocha – Pukaqocha Campsite

The second day of the 4-Day Ausangate trek in Peru, we’ll wake you up at 5:00am with our service of hot coca tea or coffee delivered in your tent to give you the energy boost you need to get going. We will then savor a delicious and fresh hot breakfast in the chilly high-altitude camp.

After a nutritious breakfast, we will begin our hike through a beautiful green high alpine valley and then hike up on a winding path towards the Arapa pass (4,800 m / 15,748 ft). Along the way we are going to observe local farmers and alpacas, Ausangate snow-capped to our left side as a constant companion, and you will have English- a speaking guide explaining about flora, and fauna and talking about the landscape along the trail.

At the Arapa pass, the landscape’s beauty will be multiplied, and you’ll stare in awe at Mother Nature’s humungous creations. You’ll also observe dazzling views of the rugged mountains and the size of the mountain range and, if you’re lucky, you might have the chance to see some vicuñas grazing freely there, Chinchilla, and the condor’s beautiful flight—the largest flying bird in the entire world.

After exploring the impressive landscape of the trail and taking some fantastic photos, we will descend for 1 hour and 30 minutes to get our lunch spot located at an impressive spot, right next to the glacial lake of Yana Qocha (black lagoon) with backdrops of stunning snow-clad of Ausangate mountain.

Once fed, we’ll continue our trek about 2 hours through the highland plain to the second campsite, called Puka Qocha (15,088ft) located just close by to the Ausangate Mountain and glacier lakes where the ice body is crashing into the lakes. Be sure to have your camera ready throughout the day to take some fantastic photos to remember your epic journey.

Since this campsite is close to Puca Cocha Lake, you will have chance to go to explore the surrounding lagoons and see many types of ducks, Andean geese, and many other types of birds. In the evening, a nutritious dinner will be waiting for you and you can discuss the day’s trek with your fellow travelers and the team. You will then head to spend a comfortable night at your campsite.

  • Hiking Time: 6-7 hours
  • Hiking Distance: 11 km / 6.83 miles
  • Campsite altitude: 15,088ft / 4598mt.
  • Level of difficulty: Moderate – Challenging
Enjoy the gorgeous views of the blue lakes and the Ausangate Glacier Peak on Ausangate trek
Enjoy the gorgeous views of the blue lakes and the Ausangate Glacier Peak on Ausangate trek Peru

Day 3: Puka Qocha Campsite – Puca Pass – Ananta – Warmisaya Pass – Qomer Qocha

Today is one of the most beautiful days of the entire excursion! After a hearty breakfast, we will start hiking up on the steep switchback trail towards the second pass, called Puka Qocha Pass (16,404ft). Along the route this morning, you’ll be amazed by the stunning views of the glaciers and deep green valleys. Feel the impressive presence of the Apu Ausangate and take photos of its beautiful turquoise lagoons.

Once you reach to Puka Pass, you’ll spot the giant face of the Apu Ausangate right in front of you. You’re sure to feel the immense energy it boasts and see why it means so much to the people in the Andes. The 360-degree gorgeous view of the surrounding mountains, are exceptional.

You’ll also observe the extended beauty of the Chilca Valley going in different directions, where llamas and alpacas will be wandering around and grazing quietly. You’ll already be able to see the beginning of the Rainbow Mountain range with its striking stripes of colors from this opening and enter into the Red Mountain valley, an intact landscape with vivid colors all around, and llamas eating grass right close to you.

After taking some more photographs and witness and witnessing the colorful surrounding mountains, we’ll start with a gradual descent for one hour and a half to our lunch spot, called Anantapata (4,750 m / 15,584 ft), located in a highland valley with incredible views all around and some llamas grazing nearby. Once we’ve filled our hungry stomachs, we’ll take the opportunity to rest and relax a little before continuing our trek.

After lunch, we continue with an ascent for 2 hours to the next pass Warmisaya (4,985 m / 16,355 ft). From there, you’ll feel like you’re a bird flying through the mountains and can observe the vastness of the horizon. You’ll also be able to spot the Rainbow Mountain in a further distance, but you are not quite there yet, and the views are still very impressive.

After witnessing the views and taking some pictures at Warmi Saya Pass, we only have to descend one hour to Qomerqocha lagoon and keep walking a Peruvian flat until we reach to our third campsite, called Qomer Qocha (15,354ft).

If the weather is good and you still feel fit enough to do some extra hiking, we will go to the amazing Rainbow Mountain to watch the incredible sunset that’ll fill you with tranquility and a wonderful feeling of inner peace. After another excellent dinner, it’ll be time to head to bed.

  • Hiking Time: 7-8 hours
  • Hiking Distance: 11 km / 6.83 miles
  • Campsite altitude: 15,354ft. / 4,679mt.
  • Level of difficulty: Challenging

Day 4: Qomer Qocha Camp – Rainbow Mountain – Red Valley – Cusco

Today is the most important day of the Ausanagte Trek to Rainbow Mountain. It is visiting one of Cusco’s natural attractions, Rainbow Mountain, also known as Vinicunca. It has been declared a Unique Natural Treasure of the World. It is located at an altitude of 5,100 meters, which is comparable to the elevation of Everest Base Camp. Likewise, it lies 100 km southeast of Cusco.

Wake up early and then enjoy a tasty breakfast, we will then hike up for 1 hour and 30 minutes to reach our bucket list destination – Peru’s Rainbow Mountain and contemplate this colorful mountain lit by the golden light of down.

Once you arrive to the Montaña Vinicunca, you’ll have enough time to enjoy this paradise for 1 hour before the large crowds begin to arrive. Our expert guide will take you directly to the viewpoint of Rainbow Mountain, known locally as Vinicunca, or the Mountain of Colors (5100 m /16, 732 ft) so you can get the best pictures and make the most of your time on this beautiful site.

Your guide will explain in detail why this Montaña Vinicunca has such unique colors and why it was only “discovered” in recent years. It’s one of the most amazing places in South America and one of Peru’s main natural attractions. The only other colored mountains that are remotely similar can be found in China.

After enjoying this gem from the Peruvian Andes, we’ll begin our trek towards the spectacular Red Valley for 1 hour; Red Valley is another impressive unmissable place, this valley features one of the most beautiful vistas in Peru, pale reddish valleys, mountains, and hills.

Very few tourists visit this Red Valley that seems to be taken from another planet—almost like Mars. You’ll be surprised not only by its incredible beauty but also by the immense tranquility that’ll surround you. Take a deep breath and feel the joy of being alive. It only takes 45 minutes of walking to get to the viewpoint from where you’ll get the best views of the valley.

Finally, we’ll make a two-hour descent through ancient Andean communities and herds of llamas. You’ll notice these small communities still preserve ancient traditions to this day. Upon reaching to the lunch place, then we say goodbye to our horseman and the chef, and we will eventually take our transportation back to Cusco where you will be dropped off at your hotel around 4:00 pm.

  • Hiking Time: 3-4 hours
  • Hiking Distance: 6 km / 3.72 miles
Ausangate trek and Rainbow Mountain 4 days
Enjoy incredible views of Vinicunca Rainbow Mountain and Ausangate Trek in the remote areas of the Andes

What’s Included For Ausangate Trek 4 Days

  • Pre-trek briefing the night before the start of your trek to go over the itinerary, meet your guide (s) and answer any questions
  • English speaking professional guide (They all grew up in the Cusco region, and are committed to teaching others about their heritage. They are fun yet professional and will ensure you are safe and happy)
  • Private transport from your hotel to the trailhead and back to Cusco
  • A duffel bag in which to put your personal items, and will only be available at your campsite each day (morning and evening)
  • Horses and muleteers (to carry tents, food, cooking equipment, and your duffel bags of 8-kg / 16-pound personal items).
  • One-Inch thick foam mattress pad
  • Entrance tickets to Ausangate trail and the Rainbow Mountain
  • Camping equipment (for 3 nights) that are shared by only two people each tent
  • Other camping equipment, a dining tent with table and chairs, and a kitchen tent, manned by a professional cooking staff.
  • Meals: Breakfast (4), lunch (4), dinner (3), and snacks on the trail
  • Toilet tent
  • First-aid kit including emergency oxygen tank and emergency horse to escort us during the trek
  • Hot water every morning and evening for hand washing purposes
  • Boiled water to fill your water bottle every morning and afternoon

What Is Not Included?

  • Flights
  • Hotel before/after trek
  • Entrance to hot springs on the trail
  • Rentals: Every trekker needs a sleeping bag when camping. Inflatable air mattresses and walking sticks (with rubber tips) are optional but encouraged. If you don’t want to bring any of the above, they are all available for rent:
    • Sleeping Bag: $20
    • Inflatable Air Mattress: $15
    • Walking Sticks (Pair): $15
  • Extra expenditure during the trek, such as: soda, alcoholic drinks, and extra snacks
  • Tip for your guide(s) and trek staff are optional but highly encouraged if you enjoy your trek
  • Travel interruption & travel medical/evacuation insurance (required), Peru Spirit Adventure highly recommend to get an insurance of trip cancellation, interruption; an insurance to protect your travel investment, included with your pre-departure package, bring your travel insurance to cover trip cancellation, interruption, lost of personal items and delay, emergency medical evacuation insurance and emergency medical expense insurance. Any unexpected situations occurred during the journey and which are beyond our control, including changes in scheduling trains or flights, delays, strikes, cancellations, missed connections, etc. it should be covered by the passenger as a whole. Also, if you for physical reasons of health cannot continue the trek or walk, and will need emergency evacuation then all charges incurred such as transportation, hotel, ambulance, doctors, medication, hospitalization, etc. will be at passenger’s expense.

What to Bring

  • Original passport & valid International Student Card (ISIC, if applicable), some copies.
  • Travel insurance (and some copies).
  • Sleeping bag (the recommendation is a rating of at least minus 10°c.)
  • Sleeping bag liner.
  • Hiking boots (waterproof). Sneakers are acceptable but expect to get wet
  • Long-sleeved shirts to prevent sunburn.
  • Trekking poles with rubber covers. Without rubber covers, they will be of limited use.
  • Comfortable hiking clothes, including warm clothes for the nighttime.
  • Toilet paper, and face tissue paper.
  • headlamp.
  • Water bottle or canteen.
  • American dollars and Peruvian soles in cash.
  • Sun hat, cap, and warm hat and gloves for the nighttime.
  • Hiking trousers.
  • Hiking socks.
  • Sunblock and sunglasses.
  • Deep or mosquito repellent.
  • Day Pack: We provide a duffle bag, to put in some personal belonging that will no use during the day, and it will be carried by pack horses, and you will need a small daypack for carrying your water, snacks, camera, rain gear, and layers, sunscreen and bug spray, meds every day.
  • Rain gear (you need to have a rain gear. From April- Oct is dry season and from Nov-Mar is the wet season. Just keep in mind that it can rain anytime of the year in the cloud forest and in the Peruvian Andes the weather is very changeable and unpredictable, it’s also good to have rain pants, as well, as a poncho will not suffice)
  • Personal first-aid kit. We recommend you bring
    anti-inflammatory tablets (ibuprofen), aspirin for headaches or muscle pain and blister kit.). Also, some recommendations meds of the doctor for parasites and stomach bacterial infections (tablets like Ciprofloxacin for bacteria and Metronidazole, Tinidazole) and for high altitude (altitude sickness) Diamox and Ciprofloxacin.











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    Like most trek in the Cusco region, the best time to do the Ausangate trek, and all Peru hiking tours, is from May and October. This is the dry season in the Andes, making for sunnier weather and clearer days to take in the beautiful scenery. The driest months of the year is between June and August. The dry season is also the high season for the area, so Cusco, Machu Picchu and the Inca Trail tend to be more densely populated. Fortunately, the remote Ausangate Trek is a unique choice, making it clear of crowds year round – even during peak season.

    Along the Ausangate trek, temperatures range from 10-20ºC during the day if it’s sunny, to 05-10ºC during the day if not sunny. Given the high altitude of the campsites, temperatures drop significantly in the evening and especially at night, where they may get down to -10ºC or even lower in the dry season. Warm clothes are therefore especially requested for this hike.

    The rainy season in the Andes is between November and April, with the rainiest months being January-March. During this time, especially in February, rain can be torrential, which may cause closures on the trail. It is best to stick to the dry season or the shoulder season (mixed weather) of April and October.

    Like most trek in the Cusco region, the best time to do the Ausangate trek, and all Peru hiking tours, is from May and October. This is the dry season in the Andes, making for sunnier weather and clearer days to take in the beautiful scenery. The driest months of the year is between June and August. The dry season is also the high season for the area, so Cusco, Machu Picchu and the Inca Trail tend to be more densely populated. Fortunately, the remote Ausangate Trek is a unique choice, making it clear of crowds year round – even during peak season.

    Along the Ausangate trek, temperatures range from 10-20ºC during the day if it’s sunny, to 05-10ºC during the day if not sunny. Given the high altitude of the campsites, temperatures drop significantly in the evening and especially at night, where they may get down to -10ºC or even lower in the dry season. Warm clothes are therefore especially requested for this hike.

    The rainy season in the Andes is between November and April, with the rainiest months being January-March. During this time, especially in February, rain can be torrential, which may cause closures on the trail. It is best to stick to the dry season or the shoulder season (mixed weather) of April and October.

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    To reserve any of our tours and treks services, the customer must submit his or her personal information and a deposit. The personal information we require is the following: Full name (as appears on passport), Date of Birth, Nationality, Gender, and Passport number.

    • A picture of their passport photo page. A camera phone picture or similar is acceptable.

    Once the customer confirms their reservation, we will send an email within 24 hours with a confirmation of their tour or trek and the deposit amount and also, details of the services included and not included in the service price. Once we send this information to the customer, if we do not receive any response from the customer it will be assumed by the company that the customer has accepted all terms and conditions. We provide a full pre-tour briefing at your hotel in Cusco. This gives the customer the chance to ask any questions they may have about the tour or trek itinerary.— ABOUT THE BRIEFING: The night before your tour or trek, there will be a pre-tour talk (briefing) at your hotel in Cusco at either 6:00 pm or 7:00 pm. (exact time will be confirmed by email). Once you receive your briefing time, if we do not hear back we will assume it is confirmed by you. Please take this into consideration when booking your travel plans to Cusco, ensuring you arrive in time for the briefing. If your tour or trek begins on a Monday then the briefing will be scheduled for the Saturday before.

    • Please note that it is difficult to change the briefing time and date at short notice. Therefore, if we receive a request for a briefing change less than 48 hours prior to the scheduled briefing, we most likely will not be able to change the briefing time or date. We will, however, do everything we can to change to try and accommodate the schedule change.

    DEPOSITS:

    We use PayPal for sending deposits, that way you can use your credit card. There is a 6% fee for deposits using PayPal (for the international transfer). We also use Western Union for sending deposits, Deposits through Western Union have variable fees. The deposit amount depends on the type of itinerary you will book, as follows;

    • For all trek and multi-day tours, we require a deposit of $250 USD per person — Deposits for tours and treks are non-refundable and non-transferable to another individual. There are no exceptions.
    • For the Rainbow Mountain tours & hikes we require a deposit of $100 USD per person — Deposits for tours and treks are non-refundable and non-transferable to another individual. There are no exceptions.
    • For the Humantay Lake Day Trip, we require a deposit of $100 USD per person — Deposits for tours and treks are non-refundable and non-transferable to another individual. There are no exceptions.
    • For the Sacred Valley Tours & Trips, we require a deposit of $100 USD (for the group) — Deposits for tours and treks are non-refundable and non-transferable to another individual. There are no exceptions.
    • For the Cusco Half Day Tours, we require a deposit of $50 USD (for the group) — Deposits for tours and treks are non-refundable and non-transferable to another individual. There are no exceptions.
    • For large groups, we accept wire transfer for deposits and final balances due. If you would like more information about the wire transfer option, please email us at peruspiritadventure@gmail.com

    FINAL PAYMENTS: We accept cash and PayPal for final payments. A client may not depart for the tour or trek until payment in full is received, either in cash or by PayPal.

    • Cash payments are due the day before tour or trek departure and can be paid at the pre-tour or trek briefing. We accept US dollars and Peruvian soles for cash payments. If you will pay in US dollars. Take note. The Peruvian banks are extremely strict about the “quality” of dollars they will accept. Therefore, we have to request that your bills are what they call “unbroken”. Broken bills will not be accepted. Broken means — any tear (even as small as 3 mm) or excessive wrinkling
    • PayPal payments are due one week before the tour or trek departure. a) There is an 8% fee on balance due payments using PayPal. b) If the balance via PayPal is not paid by 3 days prior to trek departure, the PayPal fee will be 10%. Our PayPal email is: info@peruspiritadventure.com
    • All banking fees will be covered by the client

    CANCELLATION POLICY FOR TOURS & TREKS:

    Notification

    • Notification of cancellation must always be made in writing by the person that made the booking and paid the deposit to peruspiritadventure@gmail.com.

    Deposits

    • Your deposit for the tours and treks are 100% non-refundable. If you need to cancel for any reason, as you approach your tour start date, there may be additional cost due. There are no exceptions due to the fact, that PERU SPIRIT ADVENTURE expends a great deal of expense purchasing permits, entrance tickets, and making deposits for reservations or services, most of which are non-changeable, non-transferable, and non-refundable by government regulation. We also do not accept medical notes of any kind, as our out of pocket expenses are non-refundable to us.

    CANCELLATION FEES

    • Cancellations made 30 days in advance have no charge (with the exception of the non-refundable deposit) with the following exception:
    • Inca Trail treks
    • In the case of cancellation, the customer will not receive a refund of their deposit
    • If the customer cancels between 30 and 10 days before their trek, they must pay 50% of the total trip cost.
    • If the customer cancels between 10 and 3 days before their trek, they must pay 80% of the total cost.
    • If the customer cancels 2 days or less before their trek, they must pay 100% of the total cost.
    • In the exceptional case that a customer decides to leave once they have started the trek, no refund will be given. The customer must also pay any additional expenses they incur such as food, lodging, and transportation. On the last day, the customer will be able to rejoin the group and participate in the Machu Picchu tour.
    • If after the tour has started a client cannot participate in the trek or tour (due to sickness, physical problems, etc.) no refund will be given. The customer must also pay any additional costs they incur for transportation, lodging, and food. On the last day, the tourist will be able to rejoin the group and participate in the Machu Picchu tour.
    • In the case of natural disaster that prevents a service being completed, the customer will receive a 50% refund.
    • In the case of a natural disaster that requires a change in the trek route, but the trek is still completed, there will be no refund.
    • In the very unlikely circumstance that your service is not completed due to a fault of Peru Spirit Adventure, you will receive a full refund (including your deposit).

    INCA TRAIL TOURS

    • PERMITS: Permits for the Inca Trail are in your name and can not be transferred to anyone else under any circumstances. Change of dates is also not possible once a permit has been purchased. Permits are non-refundable and non-transferable. The deposit will be forfeited. Please note that this is a regulation of the Peruvian government and not Peru Spirit Adventure (or any agency).
    • In extreme cases when the “Inca Trail to Machu Picchu” is declared closed for safety reasons, Peru Spirit Adventure will replace your trek with an alternative trek.
    • Those who booked PERMITS with a Student ID must bring that ID with them on the trek. If they fail to show this card to the Park Rangers, they will not be allowed entry onto the trail.

    CHANGES MADE BY CLIENT

    • Please note that for the Inca Trail, permits are not-changeable, not-transferable, and not-refundable. Dates can never be changed by government policy.

    With the exception of the Inca Trail treks, we are generally able to change a trek date.

    • To change the date of your non-Inca Trail trek, there is a fee of US $75 per person if the change occurs more than 30 days prior to trek departure.
    • If the change occurs 21 to 30 days prior to trek departure, the fee is US $100 per person.
    • If the change occurs 10 to 20 days before trek departure, the fee is US $150 per person.
    • Changes less than 10 days prior to trek departure will have varying fees, which can be discussed at the time the change is being made.
    • Changes made must be to another group trek for a minimum of 2 individuals. If a single traveler needs to change dates, and there is not an existing option for that date, the change will not be possible.

    TRAVEL INSURANCE

    • We highly recommend travel insurance for all of our customers.
    • Coverage should include baggage loss, accident, emergency air rescue and trip cancellation. Trip cancellation insurance should reimburse you for non-recoverable air or land expenses should you cancel your trip due to personal or family illness, as well as covering any medical or emergency evacuation expenses if you become ill during your trip.
    • In the case of illness or injury on one of our treks or tours, we are trained to provide emergency first aid and arrange transportation to a proper medical facility. However, we are not responsible for the cost of those transportation services or the cost of medical care.

    ABOUT YOUR PASSPORT IN MACHU PICCHU, HUAYNA PICCHU AND ON THE INCA TRAIL:

    • Once you book your tour, we send your information immediately to “Machu Picchu Park” in order for permits to be issued as soon as possible.
    • You will need to bring your actual passport for all services. A photocopy will not be accepted.
    • The information we will to Machu Picchu Park includes your full name, passport number, nationality, gender, and age. That information cannot be modified.
      • The only exception is in the case of a changed passport number due to renewal.
        • If your passport number changes between reserving your spot and the start of your trek, you will need to bring your old as well as your new passport to the start of the Trek.
      • If any of the information on your passport does not match the information we were previously provided, you won’t be able to start the trek.
    • If you arrive in Cusco and did not advise us that you have a new passport number, and that your information has changed, Peru Spirit Adventure will not be held responsible. In this situation it will be the responsibility of the customer to pay the extra expense of returning to Cusco or Machu Picchu (transportation, food and other expenses).

    TRAVEL IN PERU: Peru Spirit Adventure operates in regions, where standards of accommodation can vary. Transportation and other services might not be like those you would normally have back home. However, we strive with all due care and skill, to provide the best service for our clients. Traveling in Peru requires flexibility, patience, broad-mindedness, good humor and an understanding that changes may be made without notice due to circumstances or occurrences beyond our control. For example: a strike, protest, landslide, bad weather, etc. (Force Majeure). By booking any of our tours & treks, you agree to allow Peru Spirit Adventure to make necessary changes without liability.

    FORCE MAJEURE

    Force Majeure is any event that PERU SPIRIT ADVENTURE cannot with all due care foresee, control or avoid. This covers events such as war or threat of war, riot, civil strike, terrorist activity, industrial dispute, disease, natural disasters, adverse weather conditions, fire or all similar events beyond our control. In this case, PERU SPIRIT ADVENTURE will not accept liability and reserves the right to change, postpone or even cancel trips. (This is a last option, of course!)

    RISKS

    By booking any of our adventure trips (Inca Trail to Machu Picchu, Lares, Salkantay, Ausangate, Choquequirao, Rainbow Mountain trek and more) you assume the risks associated with personal accidents, medical emergencies, air travel problems etc. For these treks, PERU SPIRIT ADVENTURE Agency accepts no responsibility.

    FULL TERMS & CONDITIONS FOR ADVENTURE TOURS & TREKS

    • You must advise Peru Spirit Adventure of any medical problems or allergies you may have. You need to be in good physical health, and if your health is questionable, then you should consult a doctor. If you are over the age of 70 years old, then you will need to present us with a current good health medical certificate.
    • You must advise your guide if you wish to leave the group or the camping area for independent walks or sightseeing. If you are experiencing any problems with the services of the guide or tour, please advise the guide in that moment, so that he can resolve any problems.
    • All balances need to be paid in either cash or PayPal (see “FINAL PAYMENTS” section above).
    • In order to receive a student discount, you must send your valid University ID to Peru Spirit Adventure at the time of booking. ID must have your name, photo and valid expiration date. Any card without an expiration date will not be accepted. You will then be required to bring your student card with you on the trek – they will not allow you to pass through the checkpoint without this original card.
    • You will be required to show the original passport (not a copy) that you booked with, at the checkpoint to enter the Inca Trail. If you originally booked with an old passport and then renewed your passport, you must also bring your expired passport along with your new, valid passport to permit entry or they will refuse your entrance to the trail.
    • Cancellations: Your deposit is 100% non-refundable. If you need to cancel for any reason, as you approach your tour start date, there may be additional cost due. There are absolutely no exceptions (we do not accept medical notes of any kind) as our out of pocket expenses are non-refundable to us (see “CANCELLATION FEES” section above).
    • PERMITS: Permits for the Inca Trail are in your name and can not be transferred to anyone else under any circumstances. Change of dates is also not possible once a permit has been purchased. Permits are non-refundable and non-transferable. The deposit will be forfeited. Please note that this is a regulation of the Peruvian government and not PERU SPIRIT ADVENTURE (or any agency).
    • All Adventure Treks include transportation to Cusco. The return train route depends on train availability.
    • If you become ill or injured on the trail and are unable to continue, a porter will be provided to accompany you back to an area with emergency assistance capabilities. Helicopter airlifts and medical assistance are at the expense of the trekker. If you are unable to complete the tour due to illness, we will assist you in meeting your group at Machu Picchu to recommence your tour at that point. There will be no refund of the original payment.
    • PERU SPIRIT ADVENTURE will take all reasonable care in providing to our clients avoidance of accident, illness, and loss of personal property, and will only employ suitably qualified staff. We accept responsibility for the actions of our own employees. Peru Spirit Adventure cannot, however, be responsible for any action of third parties. You are totally responsible for your own personal property and rented equipment.
    • PERU SPIRIT ADVENTURE does not take responsibility for unfavorable weather conditions, natural catastrophe, strikes, accidents, illness, injury, loss of personal ítems, etc. It is the client’s responsibility to carry insurance to cover these types of events. We reserve the right to modify or cancel the program due to any of the unforeseen conditions listed above.
    • In extreme cases when the “Inca Trail to Machu Picchu” is declared closed for safety reasons, Peru Spirit Adventure will replace your trek with an alternative trek.

    VERY IMPORTANT:

    • We strongly suggest spending time at high altitude (above 3000 meters / 9842 feet)- in Cusco or another high altitude area for a minimum of 2- 4 days before undertaking your trip. This is in order to minimize the possible effects of altitude sickness. By drinking plenty of fluids, adding sugar to your drinks, eating food high in carbohydrates, avoiding cigarettes, alcohol, and drinking coca tea (ancient traditional leaf) will help your body acclimatize.
    • We recommend you arrive in Cusco 48 hours or more before trek departure because occasionally we need to leave earlier than scheduled in case of strikes or other events out of our control (see ‘Force Majeure’ section below)

    RIGHT TO USE PICTURES

    You accept and grant to Peru Spirit Adventure – Tour Operator the right to use your images, photos, and videos that show or describe during your participation in any tour, trekking or adventure, in any advertising of any type, without payment of any additional consideration.

    Thanks again for choosing us and we look forward to seeing you in Cusco!

    Peru Spirit Adventure Team!

    Peru Spirit Adventure

    Who is Peru Spirit Adventure? We are a small tour operator company owned by a local Peruvian experts with more than 10 years of experience as a guide. Our office is based in Cusco, a city in the Peruvian Andes and is located near the central square, Plaza del Armas. Our team is made up of knowledgeable and passionate tour guides from Cusco and Andes with many years of experience Read more

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