Comments on: Hiking The Ausangate Trek in Peru

By: Amanda Zeisset

Amanda Zeisset — Sat, 19 Nov 2016 02:02:06 +0000

In reply to Laura. Hi Laura, so glad to hear you enjoyed it. We went with Andean Lodges - Let me know if you have any questions.

By: Laura

Laura — Fri, 18 Nov 2016 11:22:53 +0000

Hi – your blog was incredible! Really enjoyed it 🙂

Not sure if i missed this information, but did you do this trek independently or did you use a Tour company? Do you have a recommendation for companies that do this trek?

By: Amanda Zeisset

Amanda Zeisset — Wed, 19 Oct 2016 02:17:49 +0000

In reply to Jennifer.

Hi Jennifer! Thank you for your kind words 🙂

I’d recommend the Ausangate or the Santa Cruz trek (in the Cordillera Blanca)…those are some of my favorites in South America. I also really love the Huayhuash Trek but you’d need more days (at least 8). If you like seeing big peaks you can also check out Bolivia. I have never been trekking there but it’s supposed to be incredible.

I’ve also been hiking in Colombia (the Lost City Trek). It’s through the rainforest and you get to some ruins…pretty cool too. I hope this helps! Have a great trip.

By: Jennifer

Jennifer — Tue, 18 Oct 2016 12:50:27 +0000

Hi Amanda,

First of all, I want to let you know that I love your website! It is by far one of the most informative trekking websites I’ve found. I love your personalized write-up of your trips. I only have a short amount of time so looking for a 4 or 5 day trek like the Ausangate trek. Doesn’t have to be in Peru. I’ve already done the Inca trail. Which are your favorites in South America? The Ausangate trek looks awesome.

By: Crystal

Crystal — Sun, 10 Jul 2016 18:35:45 +0000

Hi Amanda, I’m hoping to do this trek later this month…may I ask if it is possible to backpack it solo. Unfortunately, I’m on a backpackers budget and cannot afford luxury lodging. I hope to get to Cusco and buy a topo map. I’m an experienced backpacker from Colorado and just finished the Santa Cruz/Laguna 69 trek successfully.

By: Amanda Zeisset

Amanda Zeisset — Thu, 23 Jun 2016 15:03:45 +0000

In reply to Campbell. That's awesome Campbell, thanks for sharing your experience :)

By: Campbell

Campbell — Sat, 18 Jun 2016 08:33:49 +0000

Hi guys, we spent a month around Cusco and did several hikes in the area. Ausangate was our favourite. We don’t like group tours and did it alone. Other than 2 local lama herders we saw not one person in 5 days! For info how to hike Ausangate independent http://stingynomads.com/642-2/ safe travels!

By: Amanda Zeisset

Amanda Zeisset — Mon, 13 Jun 2016 16:37:30 +0000

In reply to Leigh | Campfires & Concierges. Thanks for the feedback Leigh! There are many more hikes besides Machu Picchu. Check out the Cordillera Blanca. We have a few articles on here about the hikes that we've done there. Let me know if you have any questions..I'm happy to help :D Enjoy!

By: Leigh | Campfires & Concierges

Leigh | Campfires & Concierges — Mon, 13 Jun 2016 00:24:52 +0000

Loved this post! I am planning a South America trip next year and trying to figure out what to do besides Macchu Picchu – I googled Painted Mountains and found your blog. This looks amazing…definitely a contender for my trip!

By: Antonio Cala

Antonio Cala — Thu, 09 Jun 2016 21:37:54 +0000

In reply to Rodney. It's an amazing place. You will love it!