Cusco Peru ATV Tour
Overview
Embark on an unforgettable ATV adventure through the highlands of Cusco. This half-day tour combines breathtaking landscapes with thrilling off-road driving. You’ll ride across dirt paths, visit the fascinating salt pools of Maras, and explore the mysterious circular terraces of Moray. Perfect for travelers seeking culture with a dose of adrenaline, this tour offers the perfect blend of nature, history, and adventure.
Itinerary
07:00 AM / 01:00 PM – Hotel Pick-Up
- We’ll pick you up from your hotel and drive to Cruzpata, the ATV base camp (approx. 50 min ride).
ATV Training Session
- Short orientation and practice on handling the ATVs before departure.
Ride to Maras Salt Mines
- Drive through scenic landscapes to the Maras salt flats. Panoramic stop and optional entry to walk around the pools.
Ride to Moray Terraces
- Visit the circular Inca terraces used as an ancient agricultural laboratory.
- Guided explanation and time to explore the viewpoints.
Return to Cruzpata and back to Cusco
- End of the ride, return to the camp and transfer back to your hotel in Cusco.
Included
- Pick-up and drop-off at your hotel in Cusco
- Roundtrip transportation (Cusco – Cruzpata – Cusco)
- ATV (quad bike) per person
- Helmet and gloves
- English/Spanish speaking professional guide
- First aid kit
Not Included
- Entrance to Moray (Tourist Ticket – approx. S/ 70)
- Entrance to Maras Salt Mines (approx. S/ 10)
- Meals or snacks
- Travel insurance (recommended)
- Tips for guide
What you need to Know?
- Wear long pants and a windbreaker or jacket
- Bring sunglasses, sunscreen, and gloves
- Use closed shoes (no sandals)
- Don’t forget your camera – the landscapes are epic!
- No previous ATV experience needed, but confidence in driving is helpful
Frequently Asked Questions
No license is required, but you must be at least 16 years old and able to control the ATV safely. Children can ride as passengers with an adult.
Yes. All routes are monitored and ATVs are well-maintained. A safety briefing and practice session is included.
Not really, but you’ll need to control the ATV through uneven terrain. It’s more about coordination than endurance.
Yes, there are double ATVs available. Ask in advance if you want to share a vehicle.
The tour takes place between 3,300 and 3,600 meters above sea level. A day of acclimatization in Cusco is recommended.
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