Ausangate and Rainbow Mountain Llama Trek 4 Days
This four-day camping trek circles the glaciers of Ausangate with a traditional llama caravan carrying the gear. It ends at Rainbow Mountain (Vinicunca) early on the last morning, before most day-trip groups arrive. You’ll hike past turquoise glacial lakes, cross three high passes up to about 4,980 m (16,340 ft) and camp below the ice. After the summit of Vinicunca, at about 5,036 m (16,520 ft), you’ll walk down through the Red Valley and drive back to Cusco.
This is a high-altitude trek. Every camp is above 4,400 m (14,400 ft), and nights are well below freezing. In return you get some of the wildest mountain scenery near Cusco, a quiet trail shared with alpaca herders, and a close look at Rainbow Mountain without the midday crowds.
At Ali Perú Treks, we believe that an extraordinary adventure requires impeccable logistics. That is why we have designed a comprehensive, Hotel-to-Hotel transportation system that stays with you from the first light of day one until you are safely back at your destination. We guarantee safety, punctuality, and maximum comfort every mile of the way.
The Beginning: Direct Hotel Pickup
Your adventure starts stress-free. Regardless of where you are staying, our professional team will pick you up directly from your hotel doorstep.
- Rigorous Punctuality: We respect your time to ensure the start of your trek is smooth and unhurried.
- Luggage Assistance: Our staff handles all loading logistics from the very first moment, allowing you to focus on the excitement of the journey ahead.
On the Road: Safety and Comfort in Transit
The drive to the Inca Trail trailheads is conducted in modern, fully equipped vehicles driven by experts in high-altitude Andean routes.
- Modern Fleet: Our vehicles are maintained to the highest safety standards for your peace of mind.
- Professional Drivers: Our staff knows every curve of the road, always prioritizing your safety and well-being.
The Return: Total Flexibility and Guaranteed Rest
We know that after the physical intensity and emotion of Machu Picchu, the return journey should be the most relaxing part of your trip. Our return logistics are fully personalized and adapt to your post-tour plans:
- Direct Drop-off Service: Upon concluding your expedition, our private transport will be waiting to take you directly to your destination, with no unnecessary waits or transfers.
- Destinations of Your Choice: You decide where your journey with us ends. Whether it’s a restful return to your hotel in the Sacred Valley, a direct transfer to the airport for your next flight, or your accommodation in the city, we will get you there efficiently.
- Stress-Free Transition: While you relax in our comfortable seating and process the wonders you’ve just experienced, we handle the traffic and navigation, ensuring your final impression of the trip is one of total care and hospitality.
At Ali Perú Treks, we don’t just sell treks; we guarantee a complete mobility experience. We take pride in being the common thread of your adventure, looking after every detail of your transportation from hotel to hotel, so you can focus solely on living the legend.
At Ali Perú Treks, our mission is for your attention to be focused exclusively on the breathtaking landscapes and the mystical history of the Andes, not on the weight on your shoulders. To guarantee you a pleasant expedition and agile mobility, we include a personal porter service in your reservation at zero cost, allowing you to enjoy the route with the lightness and distinction that every explorer deserves.
Preparatory Logistics: Duffel Bag Delivery
The excellence of our service begins before you even set foot on the trail. During your pre-trek briefing, our team will provide you with an exclusive Ali Perú Treks Duffel Bag. This bag is specifically designed to organize your belongings efficiently and securely, allowing our porter team to transport them with total care while you hike free from heavy loads.
Intelligent Gear Distribution (7 kg / 15.4 lbs)
We understand that restorative sleep and proper clothing are the pillars of a successful journey. Therefore, we have strategically organized the weight our team will transport for you at no additional charge:
- 4 kg for Personal Apparel & Gear: Perfect for your trekking layers, change of clothes, camp shoes, and toiletries.
- 2 kg for Your Sleeping Bag: We ensure your thermal gear is transported safely, ready to keep you warm during the crisp Andean nights.
- 1 kg for Your Inflatable Air Mattress: We prioritize your comfort by dedicating weight specifically for an ergonomic air mattress, guaranteeing restorative sleep after every day on the trail.
Ethical and Legal Commitment: Respecting Our Staff
At Ali Perú Treks, the safety and dignity of our porters are just as important as the satisfaction of our guests. We strictly adhere to the Porter’s Law and Peruvian Government Regulations, which mandate a maximum weight limit of 25 kg (55 lbs) per porter.
We ensure that every member of our team carries only the legal and fair amount of weight, while providing them with dignified wages, high-quality nutrition, and professional mountain gear. By choosing us, you ensure your adventure follows the highest standards of responsible and humane tourism.
At Ali Perú Treks, we believe that the true essence of the Andes is discovered when we put away our devices and allow nature to speak to us. Hiking through remote trails is an invaluable opportunity to unplug from the daily grind, work, and screens, reclaiming that human and spiritual connection often lost in city life.
However, we understand that to fully enjoy that freedom, you need to feel secure. The depths of our mountains offer spectacular landscapes, but they also take us far from basic services. That is why safety is not an option for our expeditions it is our structural priority.
Our Satellite Link Technology
To guarantee an immediate response to any situation, especially regarding health or logistics in high-mountain areas, each of our lead guides carries a state-of-the-art satellite phone.
Unlike short-range radios which we also use for internal team logistics—our satellite systems allow for real-time global communication from the most isolated points on the trail, where conventional networks simply do not exist.
Guest Usage: While our focus is on disconnecting, we understand that personal needs may arise. Our equipment is available for our clients to make private calls.
At Ali Perú Treks, we handle the technology and safety so that you only have to worry about having the most profound and authentic experience of your life. With us, you are never alone; you are protected by experts.
At Ali Perú Treks, we understand that personal comfort is essential to fully enjoying your expedition. We know that one of the most important concerns for our travelers is access to clean, private restroom facilities, especially on remote routes like the Inca Trail or Salkantay.
A Superior Standard of Hygiene
To enhance your trekking experience, we include private portable toilets at all our campsites and lunch spots. Unlike the public restrooms along the trail, which can often be crowded or poorly maintained, our portable stations provide you with:
- Total Privacy: A dedicated restroom tent reserved exclusively for our group.
- Controlled Hygiene: Constant cleaning and maintenance performed by our professional support staff.
- Strategic Availability: Set up and ready for use the moment you arrive at your meal site or camp.
Eco-Friendly Commitment
As a responsible operator committed to protecting Andean ecosystems and supporting local communities, we strictly follow a “Leave No Trace” policy. Preserving the environment is our top priority:
- Waste Management: All waste materials, such as toilet paper or wet wipes, must be placed in the specialized disposal bags we provide.
- Responsible Logistics: Our dedicated team of porters is responsible for carrying all waste out of protected areas to ensure proper disposal in compliance with government regulations.
Environmental Respect: By providing these facilities, we prevent the impact on natural areas, ensuring the trails remain pristine for future generations.
Overview
Ausangate and Rainbow Mountain Trek Overview
Ausangate, at about 6,384 m (20,945 ft), is the highest peak of the Vilcanota range. For Quechua communities it is a sacred Apu (mountain spirit), and the Qoyllur Rit’i pilgrimage, one of the largest in the Andes, takes place in the valleys to its north each year. This trek follows the southern side of the massif from the hot springs at Upis to Rainbow Mountain. It camps at Upis, at the Pucacocha lakes and at Qeullaqocha, the last camp before Vinicunca.
Instead of horses or mules, a llama caravan led by local herders carries the camping equipment and your duffel bag. Llamas have carried loads across the Andes for centuries, long before horses arrived with the Spanish. Their padded feet are gentler on the high trails, and hiring them supports the herding families of the area.
Tour Highlights
- Walk with a llama caravan. Local herders lead the llamas that carry the gear, as caravans have done in these mountains for centuries.
- Camp below Ausangate. Spend the first night at Upis facing the glaciers, with an optional soak in the nearby hot springs.
- Glacial lakes. Camp at the Pucacocha lakes below hanging ice and pass a string of turquoise lagoons on Days 2 and 3.
- Three high passes. Cross Arapa, Apacheta and Warmisaya, with your first view of Rainbow Mountain from the Warmisaya Pass.
- Rainbow Mountain at dawn. From the Qeullaqocha camp, a short morning hike brings you to Vinicunca around 6:30 AM, weather permitting, before most day-trip groups.
- Red Valley. Walk down through deep red slopes on the way back to the road.
Trip Facts at a Glance
| Detail | Ausangate and Rainbow Mountain Llama Trek 4 Days |
|---|---|
| Duration | 4 days, 3 nights camping |
| Trekking distance | About 38 km (24 mi) |
| Highest point | Rainbow Mountain (Vinicunca), about 5,036 m (16,520 ft) |
| Highest pass | Warmisaya Pass, about 4,980 m (16,340 ft) |
| Camps | Upis, Pucacocha and Qeullaqocha, all between about 4,400 and 4,850 m |
| Difficulty | Challenging (sustained high altitude) |
| Start and finish | Hotel pickup and drop-off in Cusco |
| Pack animals | Llama caravan, with an emergency horse |
| Group size | Small groups of up to 8 travelers |
| Meals | 4 breakfasts, 4 lunches, 3 dinners |
| Best season | April to October |
| Acclimatization | At least 3 days in Cusco or the Sacred Valley before the trek |
| Price | From US$480 per person (group service) |
Who This Trek Is For
This trek suits fit hikers with some trekking experience who want remote mountain scenery more than archaeological sites. You don’t need technical skills, but you must be comfortable hiking four to eight hours a day at 4,400 to 5,000 m (14,400 to 16,500 ft) and sleeping in temperatures that can drop to about –10°C (14°F) or lower. The minimum age is 14. Travelers over 60 need a doctor’s letter confirming they are fit for high-altitude trekking.
How This Trek Compares
| Ausangate and Rainbow Mountain Llama Trek 4 Days | Rainbow Mountain day trip | Ausangate Trek 4 Days to Machu Picchu | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Days | 4 (3 nights camping) | 1 | 4 (2 nights camping, 1 hotel) |
| Ends at | Rainbow Mountain, then Cusco | Cusco | Machu Picchu, then Cusco |
| Pack animals | Llamas | None | Horses |
| Rainbow Mountain timing | Early morning, before most day-trip groups | Mid-morning, with the crowds | Day 1 |
| Ausangate glaciers and lakes | Three days | Distant view | Two days |
Short on time? Try the Rainbow Mountain and Red Valley day trip or the Ausangate Trek 2 Days and Rainbow Mountain. If you want to finish at Machu Picchu, see the Ausangate Trek 4 Days to Machu Picchu or the Ausangate Trek 5 Days, which follows this llama route and then continues to Machu Picchu.
Why Hike Ausangate with Ali Peru Treks
- A real llama caravan. We work with herders from the Ausangate area, so your trip supports the families who live along the route.
- Camps chosen for the views and for Rainbow Mountain. Our last camp at Qeullaqocha is close to Vinicunca, which lets us reach the summit early.
- Prepared for altitude. Your guide checks oxygen saturation and heart rate daily with a pulse oximeter, and each group carries emergency oxygen, a full first aid kit, radios and satellite communication. An emergency horse travels with the group.
- Warm, comfortable camps. Four-season tents, inflatable sleeping pads, a dining tent with tables and chairs, and a private toilet tent.
- Good food at altitude. Our cook prepares hot meals with fresh ingredients, plus afternoon tea and morning tea at your tent. Vegetarian, vegan and gluten-free diets are covered at no extra cost.
- Locally owned. We are a Cusco-based operator and run our own departures.
Itinerary
Ausangate and Rainbow Mountain Trek Itinerary
Day 1: Cusco to Upis Pampa and the Upis Camp
We pick you up at your hotel in Cusco at 5:00 AM and drive about two hours to the town of Tinqui, where we stop at the local market. Another 40 minutes on a dirt road brings us to Upis Pampa, at about 4,350 m (14,270 ft). Breakfast is served there, and you meet your herder and the llama caravan.
From Upis Pampa we hike for about three hours at an easy acclimatization pace to the Upis camp, at about 4,400 m (14,440 ft), facing the north side of Ausangate. Lunch is ready when you arrive. After a rest, we walk for about two hours to Upis Lake, at about 4,500 m (14,760 ft), at the foot of the glacier. Back at camp, you can soak in the nearby natural hot springs. The day ends with afternoon tea and dinner.
| Day 1 | Details |
|---|---|
| Hiking distance | About 9 km (5.6 mi), including the lake walk |
| Hiking time | 4 to 5 hours |
| Trailhead | Upis Pampa, about 4,350 m (14,270 ft) |
| Highest point | Upis Lake, about 4,500 m (14,760 ft) |
| Camp | Upis, about 4,400 m (14,440 ft) |
| Meals | Breakfast, lunch, afternoon tea, dinner |
| Difficulty | Moderate (acclimatization day) |

Day 2: Arapa Pass and the Pucacocha Lakes
We wake you with hot tea at your tent, followed by breakfast. A steady climb of about two hours with the llama caravan brings us to the Arapa Pass, at about 4,850 m (15,910 ft), with wide views of the Ausangate massif. We then descend through a stark landscape of lakes and moraines to the Pucacocha lakes, where hanging glaciers drop almost to the water.
We set up camp at Pucacocha, at about 4,600 m (15,090 ft), in time for lunch. That leaves the whole afternoon free to rest, photograph the ice falls or walk along the shore before afternoon tea and dinner.
| Day 2 | Details |
|---|---|
| Hiking distance | About 10 km (6.2 mi) |
| Hiking time | 4 to 5 hours |
| Climb | About 450 m (1,480 ft) to the Arapa Pass |
| Highest point | Arapa Pass, about 4,850 m (15,910 ft) |
| Camp | Pucacocha, about 4,600 m (15,090 ft) |
| Meals | Breakfast, lunch, afternoon tea, dinner |
| Difficulty | Moderate to challenging |

Day 3: Apacheta Pass, Ananta Valley, Warmisaya Pass and Qeullaqocha
This is the longest and hardest day. After tea and breakfast, we climb to the Apacheta Pass, at about 4,900 m (16,080 ft), with views back over turquoise lakes at the foot of the massif. We descend with the llamas into the Ananta valley, at about 4,700 m (15,420 ft), for lunch.
In the afternoon, we climb again to the Warmisaya Pass, at about 4,980 m (16,340 ft), the highest pass of the trek. From the top you get your first view of Rainbow Mountain in the distance. A short descent brings us to camp at Qeullaqocha, at about 4,850 m (15,910 ft), the closest camp to Vinicunca on our route.
| Day 3 | Details |
|---|---|
| Hiking distance | About 12 km (7.5 mi) |
| Hiking time | 7 to 8 hours |
| Climb | Two passes, each a climb of roughly 300 m (980 ft) |
| Highest point | Warmisaya Pass, about 4,980 m (16,340 ft) |
| Camp | Qeullaqocha, about 4,850 m (15,910 ft) |
| Meals | Breakfast, lunch, afternoon tea, dinner |
| Difficulty | Challenging |

Day 4: Rainbow Mountain, Red Valley and Return to Cusco
We start very early with tea and breakfast at camp, then make a short climb to the summit viewpoint of Rainbow Mountain (Vinicunca), at about 5,036 m (16,520 ft). We aim to arrive around 6:30 AM, weather permitting, when the colored mineral bands catch the first light and the viewpoint is still quiet.
From the summit, we walk on to the Red Valley, a deep red landscape at around 4,900 m (16,100 ft), then descend to our final lunch at about 4,200 m (13,780 ft). Our private transport then takes you back to your hotel in Cusco, arriving in the late afternoon.
| Day 4 | Details |
|---|---|
| Hiking distance | About 7 km (4.3 mi) |
| Hiking time | 4 to 5 hours |
| Highest point | Rainbow Mountain, about 5,036 m (16,520 ft) |
| End | Hotel in Cusco, late afternoon |
| Meals | Breakfast and lunch |
| Difficulty | Moderate |

Included
What’s Included in the Ausangate and Rainbow Mountain Trek
Included
- Pre-trek briefing at our office or your hotel in Cusco, usually at 6:00 PM the evening before, where you receive your duffel bag
- Professional English-speaking guide, licensed and trained in high-altitude trekking and first aid
- Cook preparing all meals, with vegetarian, vegan and gluten-free options at no extra cost
- Llama caravan and herders to carry the camping equipment and your duffel bag
- Emergency horse for anyone who needs to ride
- Duffel bag for up to 8 kg (about 17 lb) of personal gear
- Four-season tents, inflatable sleeping pads, dining tent with tables and chairs, and a private toilet tent
- Meals: 4 breakfasts, 4 lunches and 3 dinners, plus afternoon tea with snacks and morning tea at your tent
- Drinking water, boiled and filtered, from lunch on Day 1
- Warm water for washing every morning and afternoon
- Entrance fees for the Ausangate area, Rainbow Mountain and the Red Valley
- Private transport from your hotel in Cusco to the trailhead and back
- Emergency oxygen, first aid kit, pulse oximeter, radios and satellite communication
- Free luggage storage at our Cusco office (see our luggage storage service)
Not Included
- Sleeping bag (available to rent)
- Trekking poles (available to rent)
- Travel insurance (required, see Travel Information)
- Dinner on Day 4 in Cusco
- Tips for your guide, cook and herders
- Snacks, drinks and personal expenses
Optional Extras
- Sleeping bag rental (rated to about –15°C / 5°F): US$20
- Trekking poles with rubber tips: US$15 per pair
Packing List
Ausangate Trek Packing List
Pack for very cold nights and strong sun. Your daypack stays with you on the trail. Your duffel bag (8 kg / about 17 lb, provided at the briefing) travels with the llamas, and you have access to it every afternoon at camp. For more detail, see our Ausangate packing guide and our guide to trekking gear for the Cusco Andes.
Your Daypack
Use a 25 to 35 L pack.
- Original passport
- Water: 2.5 to 3 liters in reusable bottles or a hydration bladder
- Rain jacket or poncho
- Warm mid-layer (fleece or light down vest) for breaks and passes
- Sun protection: SPF 50+ sunscreen, lip balm with SPF, a wide-brimmed hat and UV sunglasses
- Personal medication, including any altitude medication your doctor has prescribed
- Snacks such as dried fruit, protein bars or chocolate
- Camera and power bank. Cold drains batteries quickly, so keep them inside your jacket.
Your Duffel Bag (Carried by Llamas)
- Down jacket rated to about –10°C (14°F)
- Thermal base layers (merino wool works well) for sleeping and cold mornings
- Windproof trekking pants
- Wool hat, warm waterproof gloves and a neck gaiter
- Camp shoes: sandals or light sneakers
- Toiletries: biodegradable wipes, toothbrush, toothpaste and deodorant
- Sleeping bag rated to –15°C (5°F) or colder, if you aren’t renting ours
- Swimsuit for the Upis hot springs
Footwear and Equipment
- A brightly colored shirt looks great in photos against the colors of Rainbow Mountain and the Red Valleyk”: We suggest packing a vibrant-colored shirt (red, orange, or yellow) to contrast beautifully against the colors of the Rainbow Mountain and the Red Valley.
- Waterproof hiking boots with mid-to-high ankle support, already broken in
- Trekking poles, highly recommended for the steep climbs to the passes and the long descents
- Headlamp for camp at night and the early start on Day 4
Travel Info
Travel Information for the Ausangate and Rainbow Mountain Trek
Pre-Trek Briefing
Attendance is mandatory. Your guide meets you at our office or your hotel, usually at 6:00 PM the evening before the trek, to go through the route, safety plan and weather. You receive your duffel bag at the briefing. Bring proof of your travel insurance.
Acclimatization
This trek spends three nights between about 4,400 and 4,850 m (14,400 and 15,900 ft) and reaches about 5,036 m (16,520 ft). We require at least three full days in Cusco, at about 3,400 m (11,150 ft), or in the Sacred Valley before the trek, and four is better. Keep the first days easy, then add a gentle day hike to test how you feel.
See our guides to acclimatizing in Cusco and altitude sickness.
How Difficult Is the Trek
We rate this trek as challenging. The trails are not technical, but you are above 4,350 m (14,270 ft) the whole time. The hardest day is Day 3, with two passes close to 5,000 m (16,400 ft) and seven to eight hours of hiking. Our guides keep a slow, steady pace, and if you need to walk more slowly, a guide or assistant stays with you.
Cardio training such as stair climbing, hill walking or swimming for at least four weeks before your trip makes a real difference.
Altitude Sickness and Health Checks
Mild headaches, nausea, dizziness or loss of appetite are common during the first hours at high altitude. Drink at least 3 liters of water a day, eat light meals and avoid alcohol before the trek. Talk to your doctor about acetazolamide (Diamox). We serve coca tea at camp. Your guide checks your oxygen saturation and heart rate daily with a pulse oximeter.
If symptoms are mild, we slow down. If they become severe, the safest response is to descend, and we start our evacuation procedure.
Weather and Best Time to Go
- Dry season (April to October): Clear skies and the best views of Ausangate and Rainbow Mountain. These are also the coldest months at night. Expect around –10°C (14°F) at the high camps, sometimes colder.
- Rainy season (November to March): Rain, snow on the passes and cloud on the mountains. We don’t recommend this trek in January or February.
- Daytime: Sunny days can reach about 15°C (60°F), and the UV radiation is intense.
Read our Ausangate trek weather guide for conditions by month.
Camps, Toilets and Water
There are no showers on this trek. We provide a private toilet tent and warm water for washing every morning and afternoon. Drinking water is collected from springs, then boiled and filtered. There is no electricity and almost no mobile signal along the route, so bring a power bank.
Travel Insurance
Travel insurance is mandatory for this trek. Your policy must cover trekking above 5,000 m (16,400 ft) and emergency evacuation, including helicopter rescue. Please send proof before the briefing.
Responsible Travel
- We pack out all trash and don’t use single-use plastic bottles. Bring reusable bottles.
- Ask before photographing local families and their animals.
- Stay on the trail and don’t disturb the alpaca and llama herds.
Map
Ausangate and Rainbow Mountain Trek Map and Elevation Profile
The trek starts at Upis Pampa, above the town of Tinqui, and follows the Ausangate massif along its southern side. Day 1 ends at the Upis camp and hot springs. Day 2 crosses the Arapa Pass to the Pucacocha lakes. Day 3 crosses the Apacheta Pass into the Ananta valley and climbs over the Warmisaya Pass to Qeullaqocha. On Day 4 the route climbs to Rainbow Mountain, continues through the Red Valley and descends to the road for the drive back to Cusco.


Price
Ausangate and Rainbow Mountain Trek Price
All prices are per person in US dollars and include the services listed under What’s Included.
| Service | Price per person |
|---|---|
| Shared group departure (up to 8 travelers) | US$480 |
| Private departure | Price on request |
Discounts and Extras
- Student and youth discount: US$25 off per person for university students (send a copy of your valid student ID) and travelers aged 17 and under (send a passport copy) when you book.
- Sleeping bag rental: US$20
- Trekking poles: US$15 per pair
Cancellation Policy
- More than 30 days before departure: full refund minus a 10% fee
- 15 to 30 days before departure: 50% refund
- 14 days or less before departure: no refund, but a credit valid for 12 months
- If we cancel because of weather or other circumstances outside your control, you can reschedule or receive a full refund.
See our booking information or contact us to check dates.
Faqs
Ausangate and Rainbow Mountain Trek FAQs
It is challenging because of the altitude, not the terrain. You spend four days above 4,350 m (14,270 ft), cross passes close to 5,000 m (16,400 ft) and sleep in freezing temperatures. No climbing skills are needed.
It is a very different experience. The day trip spends most of the day on the road and reaches the summit at the busiest time. This trek adds three days around Ausangate’s glaciers and lakes and reaches Vinicunca early in the morning, before most day-trip groups.
Rainbow Mountain, at about 5,036 m (16,520 ft), on Day 4. The highest pass is Warmisaya, at about 4,980 m (16,340 ft), on Day 3.
At least three full days in Cusco or the Sacred Valley, and four is better.
Llamas are native to the Andes, their padded feet are gentler on the trails, and hiring them supports local herding families. An emergency horse still travels with the group in case someone needs to ride.
Up to 8 kg (about 17 lb) in the duffel bag we give you at the briefing, including your sleeping bag.
Expect around –10°C (14°F) at the high camps in the dry season, and sometimes colder. We provide four-season tents and inflatable sleeping pads. Bring or rent a sleeping bag rated to –15°C (5°F).
That’s our plan. From the Qeullaqocha camp we aim to reach the summit around 6:30 AM, weather permitting, before most day-trip groups from Cusco arrive.
A guide or assistant stays with you, and an emergency horse travels with the group. Guides carry emergency oxygen and check your oxygen levels daily. If symptoms become severe, we descend and start our evacuation procedure.
Yes. We collect spring water, then boil and filter it. Bring reusable bottles or a hydration bladder.
There are no showers. We set up a private toilet tent and provide warm water for washing every morning and afternoon. You can also soak in the hot springs at Upis on Day 1.
No. There is no electricity at the camps and almost no signal along the route. Bring a power bank.
Sleeping bags rated to –15°C for US$20 and trekking poles with rubber tips for US$15 per pair.
Yes. Vegetarian, vegan and gluten-free meals and specific allergies are covered at no extra cost. Tell us when you book.
14, and travelers under 18 must be accompanied by a parent or guardian. Travelers over 60 need a doctor’s letter confirming they are fit for high-altitude trekking.
April to October, the dry season. These are also the coldest months at night. We don’t recommend January or February.
Yes. It must cover trekking above 5,000 m and emergency evacuation, including helicopter rescue.
Featured Tours & Treks
Discover hand-picked tours and treks to Machu Picchu and Peru’s most unforgettable destinations.
What Our Travelers Say About Ali Perú Treks
Discover the experiences of travelers who have explored Peru with Ali Perú Treks. From the legendary Inca Trail to the breathtaking landscapes of the Andes and the wonders of Machu Picchu, our guests share their stories, honest feedback, and unforgettable moments. Their reviews reflect our commitment to personalized service, knowledgeable local guides, and meaningful adventures crafted with care from start to finish.
Our Blogs
Blogs that provide information and tips for planning the perfect trip to Peru and Machu Picchu.