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Day 1: DAY 1 CUSCO – TINQUI – PACCHANTA

Stop At: Peru Andes Top, Calle Ayacucho 173 Oficina 302, Cusco 08002 Peru
Traveler will be picked up from the hotel in private bus and it will take you along the Cusco – Puerto Maldonado road (through the Transoceanic Highway) in the direction of Tinqui (3800m/ 12464 ft).

The first stop will be in Urcos (major bus road junction), there is a colorful market and then will continue the way to Cattca, an agricultural and cattle raising community where you can appreciate the region’s spectacular views. Then finally pass through Ocongate, the capital of the district with the same name, it is half an hour away from the destination

After a 3 hour drive arrive in Tinki, where will have lunch and then the hike is for 3 hours to Pacchanta (4100m/ 13448ft), our campsite. (Total hours hiking – 3 hours)

Duration: 3 hours

Meals included:
• Lunch
• Dinner
Accommodation included: Camping

Day 2: DAY 2 PACCHANTA – QOMERQOCHA – LAGOON – JAMPA PAMPA

Stop At: Ausangate, Cusco 08002 Peru
Second day starts with a slight climb up from the Pacchanta valley to reach the beautiful Qomercocha lagoon where is going to be the lunch. After lunch the hike continue to the first mountain pass, the Abra de Q´ampa (Jampa) at 5080m/ 16400ft, after about 3 hours. Then the descend to the Ticllaqocha Lagoons, they are a beautiful group of little turquoise lagoons.Finally the hike continue for 2 more hours until reach Jampa Pampa, where is the campsite (Total hours hiking – 6-7 hours)
Duration: 6 hours

Meals included:
• Breakfast
• Lunch
• Dinner
Accommodation included: Camping

Day 3: DAY 3 JAMPA PAMPA – CONDORPASO

Stop At: Ausangate, Cusco 08002 Peru
After breakfast the hike is a gradual climb towards Yanaqocha or “Black Lagoon”, named after the dark color of its water. Passing over the Yanaqocha mountain pass (5050 m/15564 feet) to discover a surprisingly beautiful valley with an explosion of colored mountains, 3 spectacular lagoons and the presence of llamas and alpacas. Then cross this valley to head towards our next mountain pass (5100m/ 16728ft ). From this point it is another hour of hiking before get to Condorpaso, the next campsite, located very close to the mountain pass with the same name. That will be the challenge for the next day. (Total hours hiking – 6-7 hours)
Duration: 6 hours

Meals included:
• Breakfast
• Lunch
• Dinner
Accommodation included: Camping

Day 4: DAY 4 CONDORPASO – LAKE SIBINACOCHA – MOMORANI

Stop At: Ausangate, Cusco 08002 Peru
After breakfast the hike continue with gradually climb up from the valley, this path takes us to the mountain pass Abra del Condor (5200 m/ 17056 ft). After an approx. 2 hour walk to get to the highest point of the trek. From that point the hike will continue for an additional 3 hours, crossing another mountain pass on the way and then descending down into the valley of the Sibinacocha Lake .

We will camp next to the lagoon and very close from its source. From the campsite you will most likely be able to spot the Andean Coots, “Huallatas” or Andean Geese as well as Andean Ducks. (Total hours hiking – 6-7 hours)

Duration: 6 hours

Meals included:
• Breakfast
• Lunch
• Dinner
Accommodation included: Camping

Day 5: DAY 5 MOMORANI – CCASCANA

Stop At: Ausangate, Cusco 08002 Peru
On this day the walk along the shore of the Sibinacocha Lagoon for 3 hours until we reach the Yayamari community. Next to the mountain with the same name is an impressive rocky peak overlooking the lagoon (5500 m/ 18040 ft). The walk is until reach the Abra Ccascana at 5000m/ 16400 ft, which will lead us to the lagoon of the same name. In that area is our last camp, from there we may have the chance to spot ¨Huallatas¨ or Andean goose and maybe even flamingos.
Duration: 6 hours

Meals included:
• Breakfast
• Lunch
• Dinner
Accommodation included: Camping

Day 6: DAY 6 CCASCANA – PHINAYA – CUSCO

Stop At: Plaza de Armas, Cusco Peru
Right after breakfast the walk is for 3 and a half hours towards Phinaya. This is a small Andean community with a beautiful little church and no vehicles except bikes and horses, where the lunch is. In the afternoon we´ll drive back to Cusco (approximately 6 hours).
Duration: 6 hours

Meals included:
• Breakfast
• Lunch
No accommodation included on this day.

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Included

5x Breakfast
5x Dinner
6x Lunch
Accommodation included: 5 nights
Pre-departure briefing
Collection from your hotel in the morning and transfer in private transportation
Personal tents: 2 people in each 4-people-capacity tent, to allow for higher comfort and a safe keeping of backpacks.
English speaking professional and official tourist guide (2 guides for groups of over 8 people)
Chef and cooking equipment.
Horse man (to carry tents, food and cooking equipment)
1 Bag or duffle bag where you can out maximum of 6kg per person
Meals (05B, 05L, 05D + daily morning snack + daily tea service except last day). Vegetarian or special menus are available at no extra cost
One textile snack bag per person, to avoid the usage of plastic bags that contaminate our environment
Bio-degradable personal hand soaps
Others: hot water every morning and evening for washing purposes / boiled water to fill in your water bottle every morning and night, and at lunch time if requested with enough time ahead
First-aid kit including emergency oxygen bottle
days 1 to 2(we are going to carry in our horses)
ADDITIONAL INFO
During the travel your main luggage can be stored at our office or at your hotel both free of charge
If you are vegetarian please advise at time of booking
Original passport
Travel insurance
Pocket money in Nuevos Soles
A small rucksack
Rain gear (a rain-jacket and a waterproof trousers)
Resistible footwear, waterproof trekking shoes are recommended
Sandals (for a higher comfort while at a campsite)
Warm clothes such as a jacket a fleece (thermal clothing is also recommended)
Hat or a cap (to protect you against the Sun, rain as well as cold)
Sunscreen or sunblock
Insect repellent – recommended minimum is 20% DEET
Camera and its charger/batteries
Flashlight/headlamp + batteries
Small towel and toiletries
Snacks (biscuits, energy bars, chocolate, raw fruits, muesli, etc.)
Bottled water for the first morning and a water bottle to be refill
Confirm your pick-up address at least 1 week before departure
UPGRADES / RENTALS
Hiking poles – US$20.00
Sleeping bag – US$20.00
Sleeping bag Deluxe Package (+ Pillow & Liners) US$30.00
Private Tent – US$30.00
DETAILS
Black Diamond Hiking Poles
Sleeping bags according to route requirement
Select Single Accommodation in add ons when Booking
DISCOUNTS
Student (Requires ISIC card to qualify) -20.00 USD

Not included

Lunch on the last day
Tips (optional)
Alcoholic drinks
Sleeping Bag

Additional

Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Not wheelchair accessible
The times cited in this itinerary are approximate calculations. Walking times depend on the group and the guide can change lunch spots and campsites, depending on the progress of the group. Each guide has its own preferred route and it might not correspond exactly to the route described here.
The Ausangate region is very high, plus you are close to a snow covered massif. Temperatures are cold and can fall well below freezing at night. You should travel well prepared for cold temperatures. Be sure to bring a sleeping bag for temperatures below zero (minus 10 celsius or more).
This region is not frequently visited by tourists, therefore tourist infrastructure is limited. This tour makes use of local facilities. Visitors should be aware that things change, or may not go according to plan. This is all part of the adventure and visitors to Peru are encouraged to have an open mind and be open to the differences in the way things are done in another culture.
During the travel, your main luggage can be stored at our office or at your hotel, both free of charge.
If you are vegetarian, please advise at time of booking
Original passport,
Travel insurance,
Pocket money in Nuevos Soles,
A small rucksack,
Rain gear (a rain-jacket and a waterproof trousers),
Resistible footwear, waterproof trekking shoes are recommended,
Sandals (for a higher comfort while at a campsite),
Warm clothes such as a jacket, a fleece (thermal clothing is also recommended for cold nights during camping),
Hat or a cap (to protect you against the Sun, rain as well as cold),
Sun cream or sun block,
Insect repellent – recommended minimum is 20% DEET (please note that no malaria cases have been reported during this trip!),
Camera and its charger/batteries (please note that batteries are consumed quickly under cold conditions),
Flashlight/headlamp + batteries,
Small towel and toiletries,
Snacks (biscuits, energy bars, chocolate, raw fruits, muesli, etc.) Please note: we do provide a daily morning snack and our meal service is very complete and well supplied. The recommendation of taken own snack applies only for customers who like a specific snack that might not be in our menu.
Bottled water for the first morning and a water bottle to be refill.
Not recommended for travelers with back problems
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
No heart problems or other serious medical conditions
Travelers should have a moderate physical fitness level
This tour/activity will have a maximum of 15 travelers

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