Ausangate Lodge to Lodge Trek

A spectacular high-altitude trek through the Vilcanota’s Cordillera to Peru’s most sacred mountain, Mount Ausangate, staying at four unique lodges, or ‘tambos’, amongst the breath-taking scenery of the high Andes.

Ausangate Andean Lodges comprise four unique mountain lodges in spectacular locations along the trekking route. Each of the four ‘tambos’ (Incan for ‘resting place’) offering comfortable beds with thermal feather duvets and stunning views of the Vilcanota mountain range. Bathrooms with flushing toilets and running cold and hot water tapped from nearby springs make these mountain sanctuaries a welcome retreat after a long day of trekking.

The trek to Ausangate Mountain is challenging and takes you to high altitudes in places, notably the Palomani Pass, at 5,150 meters above sea level, so we do not recommend this trek for young children.

There is no electricity at the lodges. They are heated by firewood and lit by candles and lanterns, creating a magical atmosphere after dark, allowing you to enjoy the blanket of stars and constellations visible in the Andean sky.  Local chefs prepare fresh and nutritious dishes to nourish hungry trekkers, before you retire to the cosy heated living space to listen to traditional music or hear stories of the ancient Incas.

The trek to Apu Ausangate requires between 7 and 8 hours of trekking each day, through constantly changing altitude. We therefore suggest that a good level of fitness is required to undertake this trek. 3 to 4 days spent acclimatising to the altitude in Cuzco or the surrounding areas should combat any altitude sickness.

Ausangate, Peru

The four Ausangate Andean Lodges are spread out across ancient mountain pathways on a pilgrimage route to Mount Ausangate. The first tambo, Chillca Lodge, is a 2-hour drive from Cuzco, followed by a 90-minute trek.