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Ausangate Trek — Peru

Ausangate Trek

A 70-km circuit around Peru's highest peak in the Cusco region — hot springs, rainbow ridges, and 5,000 m passes.

Where on earth

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Region
Peru
Country
Latin America
Biome
High Andes (4,300–5,200 m)
Best season
May – September
Difficulty
moderate
Known for
  • Backpacking
  • Hiking
  • Mountaineering
  • Hot Springs

Key takeaways

  • Biome: High Andes (4,300–5,200 m)
  • Best season: May – September
  • Difficulty: moderate
  • Top activity: backpacking
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Topic summary

A 70-km circuit around Peru's highest peak in the Cusco region — hot springs, rainbow ridges, and 5,000 m passes.

Key takeaways

  • Difficulty: moderate
  • Best season: May – September

Intended uses

backpacking

Climate suitability

High Andes (4,300–5,200 m)

Verification notes

Last verified January 1, 1970.

Region
Latin America
Biome
High Andes (4,300–5,200 m)
Difficulty
moderate
backpacking

Wildlife found around Ausangate Trek

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Last verified: 1970-01-01