Your journey begins early, between 4:30 and 5:00 AM, with a convenient pick-up from your hotel in Cusco. As the sun starts to rise, you’ll drive through the scenic Southern Valley of Cusco, taking in views of the Andes as you make your way to the starting point of the hike.
Around 8:00 AM, you’ll pause in the charming town of Cusipata for a hearty breakfast to fuel your adventure. By 8:50 AM, you’ll be back on the road, heading toward the Layo community, where your trek officially begins.
The first leg of the hike, from 10:00 AM to 12:30 PM, takes you to the serene Laguna Pucacocha. Here, you’ll enjoy a delicious lunch while soaking in the spectacular alpine scenery. After lunch, the journey continues uphill toward Abra de Pucacocha, a high mountain pass where you’ll spot llamas grazing and marvel at the awe-inspiring views of Mount Ausangate.
By mid-afternoon, around 2:30 PM, you’ll begin your descent toward Ananta, your campsite for the night. You’ll arrive around 5:00 PM, ready to relax and enjoy a well-deserved dinner under the stars.
- Meals: Breakfast, lunch, and dinner
- Overnight: Ananta
- Max Elevation: 5,000 m (16,404 ft)
- Min Elevation: 4,300 m (14,108 ft)
- Hiking Distance: Approximately 14 km (8.7 miles)
2 Days
