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apu ausangate
3D / 2N
Apu Ausangate, spirit of the mountain, guardian of the eternal snows, wise father of the Andes, today we invoke you with respect and devotion. From your white throne you contemplate the world with eyes of purity, watching over the balance between heaven and earth. We come to you, bearers of the fire of the heart, to ask for your guidance and strength. May your energy teach us the value of silence, the patience of ice, and the clarity of the water that springs from your depths. May your winds purify us, may your light awaken us, and may your wisdom transform us. Apu Ausangate, receive our offerings, listen to our songs, and accompany us on our journey. With every step, with every breath, we honor you, great spirit of the Andes.
Andean initiation in the heart of Apu Ausangate 3D/2N
Ubicación de la ruta: Ubicada en la provincia de Quispicanchi, en el departamento de Cusco.
Temperatura: Fría, las temperaturas pueden bajar de los 0 grados por la noche.
Dificultad: Desafiante
ITINERARY
🏔️ Ausangate Initiatory Journey – 3D/ 2N
With Q’ero Paqos and Sacred Andean Ceremonies
🕉️ Day 1 – Cusco / Tinki / Upis Lagoon – Connection with the Sacred Mountain
- 04:00 a.m. Departure from Cusco towards the village of Tinki (3,800 m / 12,467 ft), the gateway to the majestic Apu Ausangate. Along the way, enjoy breathtaking Andean landscapes and picturesque highland villages.
- 07:00 a.m. Arrival in Tinki and traditional breakfast prepared by the local community.
- Begin an easy hike toward Upis Lagoon, surrounded by snow-capped peaks and herds of llamas and alpacas.
- 01:00 p.m. Lunch by the lake, with a spectacular view of the Ausangate Glacier.
- 03:00 p.m. Energy cleansing ceremony at Upis Lagoon, led by a Q’ero paqo (Andean priest). This traditional ritual purifies body and spirit, opening the heart to receive the sacred energies of the Andes.
- 07:00 p.m. Dinner and overnight stay in camp or a local lodge, under the brilliant stars of the southern sky.
🔥 Day 2 – Sacred Ceremonies with Q’ero Paqos
- 07:00 a.m. Andean breakfast to start the day with renewed strength.
- 08:00 a.m. Despacho Ceremony – a sacred offering to the Apus (mountain spirits) and Pachamama (Mother Earth), made with coca leaves, flowers, and symbolic gifts to express gratitude and ask for balance and protection.
- Continue with the Karpay Ceremony, an initiation and transmission of power from the Q’ero lineage. During this sacred moment, the paqos transmit energetic “seeds of light” to awaken inner wisdom and spiritual connection.
- 01:00 p.m. Lunch prepared with local organic ingredients.
- 02:00 p.m. Fire ceremony and prayers – a moment of release and transformation, where old energies are offered to the fire and new intentions are born.
- 07:00 p.m. Dinner and rest surrounded by the silence and peace of the mountains.
🌞 Day 3 – Farewell to Apu Ausangate / Return to Cusco
- 08:00 a.m. Breakfast with panoramic mountain views.
- Time to thank Apu Ausangate for the guidance, strength, and wisdom received during this sacred journey.
- Gentle walk back to the starting point and departure to Cusco.
- Arrival in the city around 5:00 p.m.
- End of the initiatory journey, carrying the blessings of the Andes and the teachings of the Q’ero masters in your heart.
INCLUSIONS
INCLUDED
- Transportation
- Food
- Equipment
NOT INCLUDED
- Sleeping bag
- Inflatable air mattres
PACKING LIST
- Good hiking gear:hiking boots, warm jackets,gloves,hat,warm fleece and socks
- Sleeping bag
- Walking boots
- Waterproof jacket / rain poncho
- Day pack
- Hat and gloves
- Warm clothes:Layers for variable temperatures, especially at night
- Sun hat
- Sunscreen
- Reusable plastic / metal water bottle,ar camel bags
- Toiletries
- Camera and films
- flashlight with spare batteries
- walking stick
- Bathing suit for the hot springs
- Extra money for souvenirs and tips
PRICE
- $ 750 per person
- rentals
sleeping bag (four season): $20
Inflatable air mattress (thermarest): $15
ON-LINE COURSE
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INKA CEREMONY
Experience a profound and transformative journey by participating in ancestral Andean ceremonies. Connect with the energy of Pachamama, the sacred mountains, and the wisdom of the Apus (mountain spirits). Each ceremony is an encounter of harmony, healing, and gratitude, where body, mind, and spirit unite in balance with nature.
HATUN KARPAY
The Great Andean Rite of Initiation
The Hatun Karpay is an ancestral Andean rite that marks the awakening of inner power and the connection with sacred nature. Through this ceremony, participants receive the energy and wisdom of the Apus (mountain spirits) and Pachamama (Mother Earth), harmonizing body, mind, and spirit. During the ritual, offerings and despachos are performed to purify and align our energy with the forces of nature.
The spiritual guide or paq’o transmits wisdom and energy, helping to activate the body’s energy centers (ñawis) and awaken consciousness. This journey is one of self-discovery, respect, and service to life.
Hatun Karpay is not just a ceremony, but a process of personal and spiritual transformation. It represents a step toward a more conscious life, in harmony with nature, and connected to the ancestral wisdom of the Andean peoples.
Receiving the Hatun Karpay is opening the heart, walking in balance with the energy of the earth and the heavens, and allowing the guidance and strength of the Apus and Pachamama to accompany every step of your life.
MOTHER EARTH CEREMONY
Ceremony of Gratitude to Pachamama and the Universe
This sacred ceremony is an act of gratitude and deep connection with Pachamama (Mother Earth), the Ruwales, the stars, the cosmos, and the entire universe. It is an offering that honors the vital forces of the Sun and the Moon, as well as the land where we were born, our Paqarina.
During the ritual, offerings and despachos are made, giving food, flowers, seeds, and sacred elements as a symbol of respect, gratitude, and reciprocity. Through the coca leaf, we pray and place our intentions to receive wisdom, guidance on our path, and strength in our projects.
Among other activities, we honor the rivers, waterfalls, water, and fire, calling upon our inner energy and spirit, aligning ourselves with the forces of nature and the cosmos.
This ceremony allows us to recognize our origins, strengthen our spiritual connection, and walk in harmony with Pachamama and the universal forces, opening our hearts and expressing gratitude for all that life gives us.
Coca Leaf Oracle
The Sacred Oracle
The Coca Leaf Oracle is an ancestral Andean practice used to receive guidance, clarity, and insight. Through the sacred leaves of coca, we ask questions, set intentions, and connect with the wisdom of Pachamama, the Apus, and the spiritual forces of the universe.
This oracle helps to reveal paths, uncover obstacles, and provide spiritual direction in our personal, professional, and emotional life. It is a practice of reflection, intuition, and alignment with nature, allowing us to walk our journey with awareness and harmony.
Energy Cleansing
Light, harmony, and inner renewal
Energy cleansing is an ancestral ritual aimed at purifying spaces, objects, and personal energies, removing blockages and negative vibrations. The Sami is used as a sacred element of focus and protection, where intentions, seeds, coins, or offerings are placed, symbolizing abundance, balance, and harmony.
This ritual helps to restore positive energy, activate prosperity, and connect with the forces of Pachamama and the elements of nature. It is an act of gratitude, protection, and renewal, strengthening spiritual connection and harmony in our surroundings.
