Atv Tour to Maras Moray
FULL DAY | Estarting from US$ 00.00 per person.
Duration: Half day.
Group size: Maximum 8 pax.
Type of service: Private or group.
Maximum altitude: 3,650 meters above sea level.
Transportation: Bus or car, ATV.
Places to visit: : Chinchero town, Moray archaeological site, Maras salt ponds.
Overview
This adventure tour is the best alternative to merge the existing Inca technologies in the Sacred Valley with the adrenaline that comes from riding ATVs through unforgettable trails.
So, get your camera ready to take unforgettable photos and videos, wear a shirt with long sleeves to avoid getting too dirty and be sure to upgrade your holiday in Cusco with us.
You won’t find experiences like this anywhere else!
So, get your camera ready to take unforgettable photos and videos, wear a shirt with long sleeves to avoid getting too dirty and be sure to upgrade your holiday in Cusco with us.
You won’t find experiences like this anywhere else!
What to expect:
- Instruction and riding practice before riding ATVs.
- Natural landscapes all along the route.
- Visit to Moray archaeological complex.
- View of Andean birds in their natural habitat.
- Visit to Maras salt ponds.
- See crops of potatoes, beans, barley and Andean animals.
- Appreciate the local people in their daily activities (agriculture).
- Visit the viewpoint for the snow-capped mountains from the Vilcanota mountain range.
Itinerary
This unforgettable excursion aboard ATV begins at 7 a.m. when we pick you up from your hotel and travel for 50 minutes towards Cruzpata village. On the way you could see several towns northern Cusco.
Then, we will meet the tour guide, who specialized in this kind of adventure activities, as well he will give us a brief explanation to know all the recommendations that this ATV tour requires. Also, you will have enough time to practice riding these quad bikes.
Thus, the excursion begins through green fields and views of snow-capped mountains in the distance. The first stretch of the journey will take us 2 hours on average until we reach the mysterious Moray circular terraces.
At this touristic attraction, we will be able to stroll around the supposed agricultural laboratory. By the way, archaeologists found in the deep round terraces, many ashes of vegetables that do not grow in Cusco. Therefore, they suggest that Moray was used to acclimatise new crops brought from many places throughout the ancient Tawantinsuyo.
After enjoying the guided tour inside this Inca agricultural laboratory, we will carry on our adventure by ATV until reaching the Maras salt pond. Here, we will be able to appreciate one of the highest salt mines in the world.
You will have a panoramic view of more than 3000 salt ponds. Even, you will get more impressed after visiting this place with our tour guide, who will explain all the information that this tourist attraction boasts.
After the guided tour and taking pictures, we will begin the returning way on board the ATV until we arrive at Cruzpata. Finally, we will take the touristic transportation to travel back towards Cusco city, arriving at 13:30 hours.
Then, we will meet the tour guide, who specialized in this kind of adventure activities, as well he will give us a brief explanation to know all the recommendations that this ATV tour requires. Also, you will have enough time to practice riding these quad bikes.
Thus, the excursion begins through green fields and views of snow-capped mountains in the distance. The first stretch of the journey will take us 2 hours on average until we reach the mysterious Moray circular terraces.
At this touristic attraction, we will be able to stroll around the supposed agricultural laboratory. By the way, archaeologists found in the deep round terraces, many ashes of vegetables that do not grow in Cusco. Therefore, they suggest that Moray was used to acclimatise new crops brought from many places throughout the ancient Tawantinsuyo.
After enjoying the guided tour inside this Inca agricultural laboratory, we will carry on our adventure by ATV until reaching the Maras salt pond. Here, we will be able to appreciate one of the highest salt mines in the world.
You will have a panoramic view of more than 3000 salt ponds. Even, you will get more impressed after visiting this place with our tour guide, who will explain all the information that this tourist attraction boasts.
After the guided tour and taking pictures, we will begin the returning way on board the ATV until we arrive at Cruzpata. Finally, we will take the touristic transportation to travel back towards Cusco city, arriving at 13:30 hours.
Includes
- Private touristic transportation.
- Official tour guide.
- Quad bikes with enough fuel.
- Helmet.
- Riding gloves.
- Entrance ticket to Maras salt ponds.
- First aid kit.
- Bottle of water.
Not Included
- Meals.
- Extra drinks.
- Entrance ticket to archaeological sites.
- Health insurance.
- Extra expenses.
- Souvenirs.
- Tips.
Recommendations
Wear trekking shoes, long-sleeved sweatshirt and hat. Bring sun block, sunglasses, snacks and a scarf or bandana to cover yourself from the dust. And don’t forget to bring a camera or Go-pro to take the best pictures.
FAQ'S
- Do I need to know how to drive to enjoy this tour?
No. The ATVs are easy to handle and we will also teach you how to ride, but if you are not sure enough to do so, you can ride as a co-rider. - Can I buy souvenirs on this adventure tour?
Yes, actually you will have the chance to buy some Andean textiles, ceramics and salt bags as souvenirs of this unforgettable adventure. - After this ATV tour to Maras Moray can I travel to Machupicchu?
Of course you can. But you will need to ask for additional transportation service, and the way to Ollantaytambo train station will be much shorter than from Cusco city.
