DAY 1 :  CUSCO – PACCHANTA.

Early in the morning our staff from Peru Is travel, will pick you up from your hotel and we will head off in the direction of Ocongate the main village of Ausangate mountain where we will stop for a brief break. Along the way we will pass through many different villages in the region of Cusco where you will be able to see the local cultivations and crops of the high Andean communities until we arrive at the village of Pucacocha. This will be starting point of our hike. Here we will take a pathway to our camp site, where we will spend the evening. On the way we will enjoy a delicious lunch and during the afternoon, you will have some free time to spend in the hot springs of Pacchanta. Right after dinner, we will appreciate the starry night time sky and the milky way galaxy.

• Walking distance: 8 km
• Starting altitude: 3900 m
• Maximum altitude: 4350 m
• Hiking hours: 5 hours
• Difficulty: Easy
• Altitude of the camp: 4350 m
• Night temperature: – 5° C
• Accommodation: camp.

DAY 2 PACCHANTA – HUANNO HUANO

We will start very early after having a delicious breakfast. We will continue the journey ascending towards the first high mountain pass, but on the way we will have the opportunity to observe the lagoons of different tonalities in the distance, always an impressive view of the Ausangate and Callangate mountains. We will have lunch at a certain altitude always surrounded by an admirable panorama and a few hours later we will finally arrive at the highest point of our journey Jampa pass 5100 m. It will be time to rest and take pictures. Finally we will descent to our camping area of Huano Huano.Walking distance: 18 km

• Starting altitude: 4350 m
• Maximum altitude: 5100 m
• Hiking hours: 8 hours
• Difficulty level: Difficult
• Altitude of the camp: 4600 m
• Night temperature: – 10° C
• Accommodation: camping.

DAY 3: HUANO NUANO – KILLITA.

On this day the hike will be moderate to easy because the route will be flat most of the day. Along the way, will be the option to meet local families pasturing their alpacas because this is the only economic activity of this families who live at this altitude. The camp will be located at a different view always facing the majestic Ausangate Mountain.

• Walking distance: 14 km
• Starting altitude: 4600 m
• Maximum altitude: 4800 m
• Hiking hours: 7 hours
• Difficulty: moderate to difficult
• Camp altitude: 4800 m
• Night temperature: – 10° C
• Accommodation: camping.

DAY 4: KILLITA – PASO CONDOR – SIBINACOCHA.

A morning with a perfect view point of Ausangate , the right spot to have a cup of coffee in the morning. After breakfast we will continue walking through a plain scenary surrounded by alpaca herds for 3 hours and suddenly we will be able to see the profile of our objective, the Condor Pass. The ascent in the final part will be a little difficult but once we arrive at our destination, we will be able to enjoy the unique panorama of the area, mountain peaks mostly covered with permanent glaciers and in the foothills herds of Vicuñas watching the hiker. Just after crossing the mountain pass, we will have the highest altitude lunch just shortly after the Condor Pass at 5190 m. After lunch we will continue descending in the direction of our campsite, which is located next to Sibinaqocha Lake at 4930 m.

• Walking distance: 16 km
• Starting altitude: 4800 m
• Maximum altitude: 5260 m
• Minimum altitude: 4930 m
• Hiking hours: 8 hours
• Difficulty: moderate to difficult
• Camp altitude: 4930 m
• Night temperature: – 13° C
• Accommodation: camping.

DAY 5: SIBINACOCHA – QASKARA.

We will be very proud to get up very early, because the sunrise in these places are unique, especially for travelers who want to capture nice memories of their adventure. The whole morning will be spent around the impressive lake. We must be prepared because we will cross barefoot a stream that comes down from the glaciers. On the way, we will be watching different type of birds of the area and especially Flamengo and Vizcacha. We will also able to see small forests which are very rare for such high elevation. After lunch we will have a moderate ascent until we arrive at the next pass Yayamare pass 5080 m, once we arrive at this place we will have the best view of the whole trip. Most of the visitors say that this landscape is very similar to the panorama shown in the movie ‘Lord of the Rings’, and words fall short of suitable explanation.

• Walking distance: 14 km
• Starting altitude: 4930 m
• Maximum altitude: 5080 m
• Minimum altitude: 4900 m
• Hiking hours: 8 hours
• Difficulty: moderate to difficult
• Camp altitude: 4900 m
• Night temperature: – 15° C
• Accommodation: camping

DAY 6: QASQARA – FINAYA – CUSCO

We will have rested in one of the best camp sites of the region described by travellers who have travelled around the world. Therefore, the sunrise makes a unique experience and magical morning this time will be used to take pictures. After breakfast, we will be heading on a 4-hour hike to the village of Finaya, the final destination of our expedition, where our car will be waiting for us to take us back to the city of Cusco.

• Walking distance: 11 km
• Starting altitude: 4900 m
• Maximum altitude: 4980 m
• Minimum altitude: 4720 m
• Hiking hours: 4 hours
• Difficulty: easy
• Time by car. 5 hours driving back to Cusco.

Practical Information Including

• Briefing at your hotel before the trip.
• Pick up from the hotel in the morning.
• Private transport Cusco to Beginning point in Pacchanta and back from the final spot
•  Professional guide leader: English, Spanish and Quechua.
• Entrance ticket to places to visit and camp sides.
• Double 4seasons tents.
•  Dining tent, with table and chairs, kitchen tent for the cook to prepare the food with care and hygiene.
•  Bathroom tent
•  Mattresses
•  Cook and cooking equipment (assistant cook for large groups).
•  Food as indicated in the itinerary, (we have the option of vegetarian food) Our professional cook incorporates international, national and typical food of the region, if you have any dietary restrictions let us know.
• Pack horses (for camping equipment, food, cooking utensils and passenger’s belongings).
•  We will provide each of our passengers with an extra backpack for their personal belongings (maximum 10 kg), if you wish to carry more you can rent an extra horse.
• Emergency horse which can be used when you feel tired or sick only.
• Tents for the staff working with us and food during the trip.
•  First aid kit and oxygen.

Not included

• Breakfast in the morning before departure.
• Sleeping bag (you can rent at the office $ 5 per day) that if you don’t want to transport from your home to Peru.
• Tips for the guide, cook and porters and/or muleteers.
• An additional horse if you have too much stuff. The cost is $10 US per day.

Itinerary Notes – Sibinacocha.

• The times quoted in this itinerary are approximate, the time of the trek varies depending on how the group progresses, the guide may change the lunch and campsites depending on the progress of the group.
•  Acclimatization is very important at list 4 to 5 days prior departure, because every day we will be hiking and camping close by 5000m.
• This is a very adventurous trip. You should be sure to bring an open mind, flexibility and a sense of humor for all of it, you should be physically and mentally prepared.
•  in case you want to hike more relaxing we recommend you to do in 7 days
•  If you require an extra horse to ride or for your extra backpacks you can request it with prior notice.
• The ASibinacocha trek is very adventurous, crossing some very high passes, above 5300 m. We do not recommend doing this trek in the rainy months of December, January, February, March. This recommendation is according to the weather conditions in the Andes.
•  If you have ever had an accident with your knees or ankles, we recommend that you carry walking poles.
•  A reasonable level of fitness is required.
•  This region is remote so it is not saturated by many tourists and therefore the tourist infrastructure is limited, the basics in some cases we will use public transportation and facilities in the area. Visitors might be surprised by the changes in things or maybe it was not in their plan. This is all part of the adventure. !!

You should bring:

• A light day pack, clothes for all the different periods of the trek. Be prepared for all weather changes.
•  Waterproof jacket and an extra rain poncho. Plastic ponchos can be purchased in Cusco for $ 3 American dollars
• Good shoes for the trek we recommend that you bring waterproof shoes.
• Sandals to take a shower in the hot springs and rest your feet after each day.
•  Warm clothes including jackets, gloves, shawls, shawls, chullo, we recommend that you bring thermal clothes, especially for sleeping the nights are very cold.
• Sleeping bag (rented from the office).
•  Torch, binoculars and walking sticks for the hike.
•  Camera.
•  Hat to protect you from the heat, sun cream and a moisturizing cream for your skin lipsticks.
•  Paper for the SS. HH.
• Snacks: such as chocolates, biscuits, dried fruit, sultanas etc. as well as water purification tablets.
• Your own emergency kit if you have special medication.
• Enough cash for lunch in hot springs, tips and to buy some souvenirs or  drinks on the way.
• Original passport.

What fitness/training do you recommend?

Our most basic advice for any trek in the Andes is: the fitter you are, the easier you will find it!

If you are seasoned multi-day hiker with a well-established exercise routine, you are probably already well prepared to meet the challenges of this trek as long as you take the time to properly acclimatize.

On the other hand, if you’re new to hiking or don’t normally exercise that much, you should definitely spend time preparing for this trek. What that training regimen includes will depend on your physical abilities and current fitness levels, and it should be developed alongside a medical or fitness professional.

Most likely you will want to combine a cardiovascular training plan with some long-distance “practice” hikes in your area. Day hikes, or even some multi-day hikes, will help you to build up your stamina so you can endure long days of trekking.