ATV LAKES OF CUSCO
Adventure Challenge
12 303 f.a.s.l (3750 m.)
Nature, landscape, adventure & sports
Moderate
Group tour
English & Spanish
6 hours
Huaypo Lake & Piuray Lake
Meet the adventurous side of Cusco with this tour to the Huaypo and Piuray lakes that will take you across the Sacred Valley on an ATV. You will witness unique landscapes only shown on this type of tour.
We will depart from Cusco to the town of Cruzpata, where the ATVs will be ready for starting the journey. The guide will train you on the use of the ATV, and you will spend some time practicing your new driving skills on a circuit.
You will begin the journey driving your ATV to the Piuray lake first, then to the Huaypo lake while enjoying the beautiful landscapes, mountains and snowcapped mountains that surround the route.
You will also be able to see ancient crops and the Sacred Valley’s agriculture.
We will spend time at the 5 snow-capped mountains’ viewpoint and we will make stops along the route to capture these moments in the best pictures.
We will end this intense tour by driving our ATVs back to the town of Cruzpata, to then return to Cusco city by tourist transport.
WHAT ARE YOU WAITING FOR?
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Why to book this tour with What a Trip?
• We will pick you up from your hotel in downtown Cusco.
• You will be accompanied by a bilingual professional guide.
• You can choose between two schedules (morning and afternoon).
• You will have an ATV just for you.
• You will arrive in Cusco in time for lunch or dinner.
• You will drive an ATV that’s safe and in excellent condition.
• We guarantee punctuality.
• We pick you up at the hostel lobby.
• We ride a tourist transport (1 hr) to Cruzpata, where the ATVs wait for
us.
• Meeting with the guide.
• You take part in the ATV-driving induction meeting (15 min).
• You practice driving an ATV (15 min).
• We drive our ATVs to the Piuray Lake.
• You discover Lake Piuray’s landscapes, where you’ll be able to see
seasonal birds with mountains in the background.
• We arrive at the the 5 snow-capped mountains’ viewpoint, a jewel of
nature.
• We drive our ATVs to the Huaypo Lake.
• We enjoy the view of the lake with the snow-capped mountains in the
background.
• We begin the final leg of the tour by heading to the town of Cruzpata.
• We return to Cusco city on a tourist transport (1h).
• According to the chosen schedule, arrival is around 1 pm or 7
pm.
• Final group picture as a farewell (optional).
• Experienced guide fluent in English and Spanish (local guide)
• Round trip private transportation to Cusco city.
• Pick up from hotel in downtown Cusco.
• Prior induction of use and safety for ATV driving.
• Safety helmet and gloves.
• Food and drinks.
• Travel insurance.
• Sunscreen, sunglasses and a hat or cap.
• 1 water bottle and snacks for the road.
• Cash for local purchases.
• Eat a good breakfast or lunch before starting the ATV tour.
• Wear long pants, sports clothes and comfortable sneakers on this adventure.
• Bring a small backpack with you to carry your belongings.
• Use the time on the training circuit to clarify all your doubts.
• Ask for the 2-people package when sharing the same ATV.
• How much time will we spend driving the ATVs?
- You will drive the ATV to the Huaypo and Piuray lakes for a maximum of 2 hours.
• Is prior experience needed to drive the ATV?
No, it’s not. The ATVs are semi-automatic and easy to maneuver.
• Does the tour include food?
Food is not included since they are half-day shifts (morning or afternoon).
• Piuray Lake is one of Cusco’s most important sources of drinking water since the time of the
Incas.
• There is a legend that links both lakes. It says that they are actually the twin sons of Inca
Manco Cápac.
• Super flexible: Cancel this tour 48 hrs. before the start date of the tour and get a
refund of 70% of the sum paid. After that, we charge 100%.
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*The information and itinerary detailed in this guide may change without prior notice with the intention of providing a better service or regulatory changes in each destination.
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