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Ausangate Rainbow Mountain Cusco Trek

Ausangate, how to get to the majestic mountain of 7 colors in Cusco

Guardian of the region of Cusco, Ausangate is the fifth highest mountain of Peru with its 6,384 meters of height. For centuries it has received many names, being the most known 'The Roof of the Inca Capital' and 'Vinicunca', which means 'Hill of Colors'.

Treks in Cusco: Rainbow Mountain Trek

Located in the Pitumarca district (in the Canchis province of Cusco in the south of the country), Ausangate is considered the most important mountain in the Andean worldview. And although it is also one of the most beautiful it is one of the least known abroad, always obscured by that impressive 'Wonder of the World' called Machu Picchu.

A walk through these homes is a very special experience, combining the fact of being at such levels with the enjoyment of an outdoor activity and the contemplation of a visual wonder.

The mountain of colors is one of the most known treks in cusco


How to get? Ausangate is the fifth highest mountain of Peru, its maximum altitude is 6,372 msnm. It is located about 100 kilometers southeast of the city of Cusco. You leave the city in a vehicle, the estimated time of travel is 3 hours, when you arrive in Chilca you start the 3 hour hike towards the mountain of colors (you walk about 4 km ½ aprox.). It can be done in a private car or by hiring a tour.

The road to Ausangate is one of the most amazing experiences you can have, enjoy the scenery, be accompanied by native birds and animals during the trail is only part of everything that this great opportunity offers, you can find yourself, where you will receive The protection and wisdom of what was once sacred to our culture.

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