GENERAL INFORMATION
Duration: Half a Day
Point of departure: Cuzco City (Pick up from your Hotel)
Return Point : Cuzco (Historic Center of Cusco)
Size of Group: Small Group (Average 4, Maximum 10 People).
Travel style: Adventure, Cultural, Ecological and Natural
Time on the Cuatrimotos: Approximately 2 hours
Level of difficulty: Easy.
Height: Cusco City:3,400 meters above sea level (Main Square). Tour area: 3,600 meters above sea level (Maras and Moray)
Departure Dates: Daily (Recommended from April to November, in dry season.)
TOUR DETAILS
Information
INTRODUCTION
This tour is one of the most exciting that can be done in the area, visiting the archaeological zone of Moray, as well as the village of Maras with its incredible salt mines.
To ride ATVs in the area, you don’t need much experience, since all our ATVs are semi-automatic. Thus, you can quietly enjoy the beautiful views and be in full contact with nature. Without a doubt the best adventure activity on a free half day in Cusco!
The ATV Tour begins with the pick-up and transfer in our private transportation to the area called Raqchi, to do the 4-cable Zipline and then we go to our base, for some practices prior to the excursion, with instructions from the Guide-Mechanic. We begin our ATV adventure to the archaeological complex of Moray; during the tour you will enjoy amazing landscapes of the mountains of the Sacred Valley of the Incas. Arriving at Moray, we will take the best photos of this Andean wonder. Once back at our base, we board the transport to go to the renowned Maras Salt Mines, where we will have 20 minutes to do our photo session.
Admire the enormous high Andean meadows of the Sacred Valley, visit the Maras Salt Mines and the spectacular Moray Archaeological Site. If you wish, you can also enjoy the Zipline and fly over these meadows. These adventure activities are the most popular in our country, because of how fascinating their practice is, and because they do not require great preparation or experience. Therefore, we guarantee that our Professional Guides, the modern equipment and ATVs we have, will make you enjoy an unforgettable experience!
TOUR HIGHLIGHTS:
- Be amazed by this incredible experience.
- Ride a safe ATV and fly on the Zipline, over the high Andean fields of the Sacred Valley.
- You do not need experience to drive our ATVs, since they are semi-automatic.
- Discover the charm and magic of the Andes in a different way.
- Tour informed by a friendly and knowledgeable local Guide.
- Pickup included from all hotels in Cusco City.
- Ideal for couples, groups of friends, nature lovers, and the whole family.
- It is a unique experience.
Itinerary
HALF DAY – ATV TO MORAY AND SALINERAS
We will begin our tour with a pickup from your hotel in Cusco City at 7:00 a.m. Then on our tourist transport we will leave town and head towards the north for 45 minutes, until the area known as Cruzpata.
Upon arrival in Cruzpata, the Guide in charge will provide you with the Complete Safety Equipment necessary for the ATV circuit: Helmets / Gloves / Knee Pads / Elbow Pads and Vests. Then the Guide will begin the safety briefing, where he will explain the operation of the ATVs, also the instructions on how to drive, as well as explain the braking system. Having concluded the safety talk, there will be an approximate time of 10 minutes to practice everything explained, so that everything is clear.
Afterwards, with your ATV driving around the circuit for about 50 minutes, you will encounter magical places, with spectacular views of the snow-capped mountains, and pass through typical villages; you will really enjoy this route, until the Moray Archaeological Site, where we will have a guided tour of this place which was an Inca agricultural laboratory, a place that presents strange circular terraces. There you will have enough time to take great photos.
Then, we will get back on the ATVs and drive for about 40 minutes, until the Maras Salt Mines, an incredible place with more than 3,000 white salt deposits. The natural salt that comes out of these pools was extracted in the Inca period and currently is still being extracted by local people who live in the Sacred Valley of the Incas. We will have time to take unforgettable videos and photos.
From the Maras Salt Mines, we will continue with our ATVs for about 30 more minutes, until Cruzpata. There our transportation will be waiting for us, to go back to Cusco City, where we will arrive around 12:30 p.m., and leaving you at the City’s Main Square.
Included services
THIS TOUR INCLUDES
- Pick up from your hotel on the day of the Tour.
- One-way Tourist Transportation from Cusco City to Cruzpata (Starting Point of the ATV ride).
- Tour Guide.
- ATV (Honda TRX 420 – TRX 250) and fuel included.
- Complete Safety Equipment: Helmets / Gloves / Knee Pads / Elbow Pads and Vests.
- Return Tourist Transportation from Cruzpata to Cusco City.
- First Aid Kit and Emergency Oxygen Tank carried by the Guide.
NOT INCLUDED
- Entrance tickets to Moray and the Maras Salt Mines.
- Food and drinks.
What should you bring
LIST OF PERSONAL ITEMS TO BE CARRIED
Please check this list and remember that everything is very important to the success of your Tour.
Documents
- Passport.
- Printed or digital Tour voucher, issued by our company.
Essentials
- Small backpack.
- Bottle of water and some snacks such as: cookies, candies, chocolates, cereals, fruits, among others.
- Extra cash, if you want to buy some souvenirs or handicrafts.
Clothes and shoes
- Jacket for the cold.
- Waterproof clothing: rain jacket and/or rain poncho.
- Hat to cover yourself from the Sun.
- Comfortable sneakers.
Pharmaceutical products
- Sunscreen.
- Lip cream.
Personal hygiene items
- Wet wipes.
- Toilet paper.
Other items
- Sunglasses.
- We recommend prior acclimatization, at least arriving in Cusco City 1 day before this Tour, and good health in general…
* If you have any Questions or Queries about the Items you should bring to the tour, please contact us at WhatsApp: +51 984 525 006 / +51 984 683 047 or write to: info@incredibleperutours.com
Frequent questions
FREQUENT QUESTIONS
Here you will find the Most Frequently Asked Questions from our Clients. Before asking anything, we invite you to carefully read these questions and answers, as well as all our links about this Tour. This will help you obtain information in a simple, fast and practical way.
1. HOW DO I BOOK THIS TOUR?
Booking this Tour with us will really be very safe, easy and practical, you will also enjoy Payment Facilities such as Paying for your Excursion up to 1 day before the Trip.
⇒ To Book this Tour, just follow these 3 simple steps:
Fill out the Reservation Form: It is in the Reserve link.
Pay for the Tour: We accept all cards. You can use a Credit or Debit Card from any Bank and of any company: VISA, MASTERCARD, AMERICAN EXPRESS, DINERS CLUB, DISCOVER, JCB, UNION PAY, ETC.
Print your Travel Coupon (Voucher): We will send it to you immediately after you have made the Payment.
⇒ OTHER PAYMENT METHODS: If you want to make the Payment by other means such as: PayPal, Western Union, Bank Deposit, Bank Transfer or some other form, let us know to send you all the necessary information to do so.
2. WHAT WILL THE WEATHER BE LIKE ON THE ROUTE?
During dry season (April to November), early mornings are cloudy and can be cold. As the morning hours pass, the clouds clear and the Sun comes out, so it can be quite hot. Sunblock and a good hat to protect yourself are essential. However, keep in mind that sometimes it can be rainy in June and sunny in December.
During rainy season (December to March), pourings happen. However, don’t be surprised if some days are sunny this season. February is the month with the most rain, so we do not recommend doing this tour.
3. HOW MUCH SHOULD I TIP THE GUIDE?
Tips are not mandatory, there is no exact amount. Only if you wish, at the end of the tour you can give tips for the tour guides, cooks and porters. As you can see, this is something additional and totally voluntary, really what you consider will be greatly appreciated by our Staff.
4. WHAT HAPPENS IF I GET ILL DUE TO ALTITUDE SICKNESS?
Don’t worry! All our Guides are trained in case you get sick with this condition. All our Guides carry an oxygen tank and a First Aid Kit, this ensures that you are very well evaluated and cared for, which will allow you to continue with the Trek. In addition, all our staff are prepared in case of Emergency. After being treated, if you still feel very bad and cannot continue with the hike, the Guide will make the best decision for you: whether to continue or return. For us, your Safety and Health always come first.
5. DO I NEED TO BRING ADDITIONAL MONEY TO THE TOUR?
Yes, only if you want to buy snacks such as cookies, dried fruit, chocolates, etc. or an additional drink such as soda, beer or an energy beverage, because it is possible to purchase these products in small stores in the area.
6. WILL I HAVE ACCESS TO TOILET SERVICES ON THE ROUTE?
Yes, you will have the opportunity to access the Services. When you start and end the tour, also in the places you will visit there are these facilities.
7. WHAT TIME WILL WE RETURN TO CUSCO CITY?
Tour return time is scheduled for 12:30 pm. This time is only a reference, for there may be some unexpected delays that affect the arrival schedule, such as: traffic, a traveler may have suffered a setback, poor road conditions, among others; so there may be the possibility of arriving later.
8. IF I HAVE MORE QUESTIONS, CAN I CONTACT INCREDIBLE PERU TOURS?
If you have any further questions, please do not hesitate to contact us.
You can contact us anytime, we are available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. We will be very happy to assist you, call us at Cell: +51 984 525 006 / WhatsApp: +51 984 683 047 or send us an email to: info@incredibleperutours.com. You can also check the Contact Us link on this website
9. WHY SHOULD I BOOK MY TOUR WITH INCREDIBLE PERU TOURS?
There are very good reasons to Book your Excursion with Us, let’s look at some:
- Very good location of Our Travel Office that allows better coordination at any time. We are located in Cusco City’s Historic Downtown, just 1 block from the Main Square (Plaza de Armas).
- Excursion organized by an Authorized Peruvian Tourism Agency. We are 100% local workers. We are very proud to be Peruvian and have the great opportunity to share our Culture with you, with more than 15 years of experience organizing the best tours to the most incredible tourist destinations in our region. We have all our documentation updated and in order, complying with all procedures and formalities before the Local Government, thus being a Travel Agency recognized as an Authorized Operator of the Inca Trail to Machu Picchu, this provides you with support and safety. It also guarantees our seriousness and commitment to your satisfaction, which will be achieved with great responsibility and enormous pleasure.
- The Best Price for your trip and without hidden charges. Getting the best price is great and getting the best value is even better. We provide an All Inclusive Service trip at an affordable price, offering you the best Deals. We save you searching time with our Low Price Guarantee. How do we achieve this?… Simply because we are the Direct Tour Operator, managing the costs of the business at a local level and employing local people who will conduct your tour and without any intermediaries.
- Travel with Experts: The best Tour Guides, Cooks and Porters in the region. Our Support Staff, locally known as “The Steel Team” is highly trained to assist all types of groups, families, friends, couples and all those who love outdoor activities.
- High Quality Equipment for your Tour. From a simple trekking pillow to the most sophisticated walking stick, through the most comfortable sleeping tents and the best quality sleeping bags that guarantee a good rest. We buy new equipment every year, with a 2-year rotation, constantly looking for the best brands that are the most comfortable and safe for your trip.
- Excellent meals – All included. You don’t have to worry about food, because we include all meals during the entire Trek. Our chef will impress you with the quality of the food prepared in a small tent and small kitchen. All meals are prepared with fresh ingredients, we do not use canned or dehydrated foods. In addition, there is the possibility of preparing vegetarian or special diets according to your needs, free of extra charge.
- Safe and guaranteed departures. We are the only Tour Operator that guarantees all departures, since we operate 100% of our treks. Other agencies hope to have enough clients to start an Excursion. Even if we only have a single traveler for a Travel Date, this trip will be operated by us at the prices listed on this website and without surcharge. Normally our groups are small, and average 4 to 8 people.
- We treat our travel staff in the best way and are committed to social projects in our region. We practice good treatment for our workers. That is why we provide Inca Trail tickets, accommodation, transportation, uniforms and good food for all our staff. The cooks and porters have paid Health Insurance and all of them have reasonable salaries according to the work they do. We are also committed to social program projects that bring benefits for children in local communities in Health and Education, which helps to improve their living conditions.
- We practice Sustainable and Responsible Tourism. We are an eco-friendly company, committed to the environment and the sustainable use of ecological resources, which must have a minimal impact from Tourism activities. An important measure is that our kitchen staff uses biodegradable dishwasher detergents. We also constantly take part in Cleaning Campaigns for the Inca Trail to Machu Picchu.
Personalized Service and Support. When you ask a question, we will always respond. We are here to help provide personalized care and support. Call or email our contact center from anywhere, anytime.
10. IS THIS TOUR FOR ME?
The ATV Tour to the Moray Archaeological Site and the Maras Salt MInes is one of those things that no one should miss the opportunity to do, and enjoy a unique and unforgettable experience; be a Woman or Man, Young or Old… This excursion is simply for EVERYONE… We are waiting for you!
Availability and prices
IMPORTANT:
- We recommend you book the Tour as soon as possible, to avoid missing out on this great experience.
- If you are interested in doing this Tour and want to book, or would like more information, please contact us: Cell phone: +51 984 525 006 / WhatsApp: +51 984 683 047 or write to: info@incredibleperutours.com
- If, there is no longer availability for your Tour Date, you can search for other similar Excursions.
PRICES 2024
We are committed to providing you with Safety and the Best Service at the Best Price, which is why throughout 2024 we are keeping all of our 2023 rates.
ATV TOUR TO MORAY & MARAS SALT MINES
GROUP SERVICE:
Traveling with other people in the same group (Maximum of 18 persons).
Per person: | USD $45 |
TO CONSIDER
- Prices are shown in US dollars (US$)
- Our passion is group travel, so if you are coming with friends or family, get in touch to offer you our promotions.
- Our company also offers promotions and discounts for student groups. Contact us to receive our offers.
- For your peace of mind and comfort, our Tours have no hidden charges or fees.
- If you are interested in doing this route and would like to book, or want more information, please contact us:
- Cell: +51 984 525 006
- WhatsApp: +51 984 683 047
- Email: info@incredibleperutours.com