ATV Tour to Huaypo Lagoon – Tiobamba – Salt Mines (Group Service)

  • Cusco
  • 0 booked
  • Duration: 1 Day
  • Language: Spanish and English

Overview

This tour combines adventure and stunning landscapes, with stops at Huaypo Lagoon, the colonial temple of Tiobamba, and the Maras Salt Mines, an amazing complex of salt ponds on the hillside.

 


 

Includes

  • Hotel pick-up in Cusco
  • Round-trip tourist transportation
  • Professional guide in English and Spanish
  • First aid kit and oxygen tank
  • ATV equipment (helmet and gloves)
  • Mechanic guide along the route
  • Honda TRX-250 (ATV)

Not included

  • Personal accident insurance
  • Meals and drinks
  • Tips for the guide (optional)
  • Entrance ticket to the Maras Salt Mines (S/.20.00, for nationals or foreigners)
  • Entrance to Huaypo Lagoon (S/.5.00)

 


 

Additional Information

  • No prior ATV experience is needed, as a brief instruction and practice session will be provided before starting the tour to get familiar with driving. The guide will be attentive throughout the route to provide assistance if needed.
  • For safety, wearing a helmet and gloves is mandatory, which will be provided before starting the tour. This ensures a safe and comfortable experience during the ATV route.
  • It is recommended to wear warm, layered clothing, as the weather can be cold in the morning and gradually warm up. Additionally, it is essential to wear sneakers or closed shoes for safety while driving.
  • It is recommended to bring cash for entrance fees and additional expenses, as entry to the Maras Salt Mines (S/.20.00) and Huaypo Lagoon (S/.5.00) is not included in the tour. Cash can also be useful for purchasing souvenirs or snacks during the trip.

 


 

Cancellation Policies

  • If the passenger cancels their reservation at least 48 hours in advance, a penalty of 50% of the total tour cost will apply.
  • Cancellations made within 24 hours prior to the start of the tour incur a 100% penalty, with no refund.

  • In case of strikes, natural disasters, or other circumstances beyond our control that prevent the tour from taking place, we will be flexible in rescheduling the visit to the most convenient date for the passenger, subject to availability.
  • If the client does not show up at the scheduled time and meeting point, it will be considered a no-show, and 100% of the paid amount will be forfeited, with no option for a refund or rescheduling.
  • By booking the tour, the passenger agrees to all the cancellation policies and terms mentioned, without exceptions.

What To Expect

1

Start of the tour and transfer to Cruzpata

  • Pick-up from your accommodation in Cusco’s Historic Center and transfer by tourist vehicle to the ATV base in Cruzpata.
2

Briefing and practice session

  • Brief introduction (briefing), distribution of safety equipment, and 15-minute ATV driving practice.
3

ATV route

  • ATV ride to the community of Tiobamba and the beautiful Huaypo Lagoon, surrounded by Andean landscapes.

 

4

Visit to the Maras Salt Mines

  • Transfer by vehicle to the Maras Salt Mines for a guided visit to learn about the ancestral salt extraction process.
5

Return to Cusco

  • Return trip to the city, concluding the tour at Plaza Regocijo.

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Frequently Asked Questions
  • No, prior experience is not necessary. Before starting the tour, the guide will provide a brief instruction, and a practice session of approximately 10 minutes will be held to get familiar with driving the ATVs.

  • It is recommended to wear comfortable, layered clothing, as the weather can vary. It is important to wear closed shoes, sunglasses, sunscreen, and bring water to stay hydrated during the tour.

  • Yes, the tour is suitable for almost all ages. Children can ride as passengers on an ATV driven by an adult. The important thing is to follow the guide’s instructions and enjoy the adventure.

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