ATV Tour in Salt Mines of Maras and Moray Half Day

Trip Details

Duration: half day
Activities: Quad bike and guided tour
Average Group Size: 12 to 16 people
Difficulty: easy
Tour service: group tour (ask for our private confort options)
Departures: every day in the morning and afternoon

1st group: 07:00am – 02:00pm
2nd group: 01:00pm – 06:30pm

Tour Language: English, Spanish
Starts/Ends: Cusco/Cusco (Hotel to Main Square)
Entrance permits: Salt mines of Maras and Moray andean terraces.

OVERVIEW

Embark on an exciting ATV tour of the Maras and Moray Salt Mines and feel the adrenaline rush as you explore the incredible landscapes of the Sacred Valley of the Incas. This tour will allow you to enjoy panoramic views of the Andean mountains, traditional villages, and the region’s fascinating agricultural fields.

During the tour, we will visit the impressive Maras Salt Mines, a network of more than 3,000 salt pans used since pre-Incan times, where the ancestral technique of artisanal extraction is still practiced. Next, we’ll continue to Moray, an ancient Inca agricultural laboratory made up of circular terraces used to experiment with different microclimates and types of crops.

This ATV tour of the Maras Salt Mines and Moray combines adventure, culture, and history, offering an unforgettable experience full of nature and excitement.

TRIP ITINERARY

Our journey begins at 7:00 a.m., when our guide will pick you up from your hotel and transfer you to Cruzpata, the starting point of our quad bike tour of the Maras and Moray Salt Mines. After a journey of approximately 45 minutes, we will arrive at the base where we will receive a brief instruction on how to operate the ATVs and have a 10-minute practice session to familiarize ourselves with the equipment and gain confidence.

Once ready, we will begin our exciting journey to the Moray Agricultural Laboratory, passing by the beautiful Huaypo Lagoon, an ideal spot to enjoy breathtaking views and take panoramic photographs.
We will continue to Moray, a unique Inca archaeological site known for its circular terraces that were used for experimentation with different crops and microclimates. Then, we’ll head to the impressive Maras Salt Mines, a network of thousands of salt pans that have been exploited since pre-Incan times and still maintain their traditional production methods.

After exploring Maras, we’ll begin our return journey to Cusco, arriving at approximately 2:00 p.m., with unforgettable memories of this experience full of adventure, culture, and Andean landscapes.

INCLUSIONS

What is included?

Permits & Entrance Tickets:
Entrance ticket to Salt mines of Maras and Moray andean terraces.
Experienced adventure tour Guide / Mechanic Assistants on the Road:
The official tour guide speaks both English and Spanish. All of our guides have finished a professional tourism program. We chose them for their knowledge, experience, responsibility, seriousness, boundless excitement for inquiry, and real desire to proudly share our culture and history. He or she will keep you safe, sound, and comfortable throughout your travel,
allowing you to enjoy yourself without worry!
Transportation: transportation is included in this tour. We’ll pick you up from your hotel and normally finishes close to the Cusco main square
ATV (automatic quad bike)
Safety Equipment (Helmet and Gloves)
Medical Kit or First AID Kit:
Our guides have all had specialised first-aid training. We have mandatory training sessions with our guides every February. In the event of a minor emergency, your guide will always have a
first aid kit and oxygen on hand. If necessary, we will immediately evacuate you from the path and bring you to a clinic for treatment.
24/7 customer service.

What is not included?

Not mentioned meals
Travel insurance
Local souvenirs
Tips for our staﬀ:
Tipping is customary on any trip. Although we pay our entire crew well, anything extra is always appreciated, especially given how hard they work.
Additional costs or delays beyond our control:
Landslides, bad weather conditions, itinerary modifications due to a safety concern, illness, pandemia, government policy changes, political instability, strikes, act of God, etc.

What to Pack?

If you plan to tackle the Salt mines of Maras and Moray, you will need to pack appropriately. Here are some important items to consider bringing.

CLOTHING:

Comfortable shoes/boots
Quick-drying pants
Long-sleeved shirt
Fleece jacket or sweater
Hat or cap

GEAR:

Sunscreen or sunblock (factor 50 or more)
Water
Snacks (energy bars, trail mix, etc.)

MISCELLANEOUS:

Passport and necessary documents
Camera or phone with a good camera for capturing memories
Portable charger for electronic devices

Small Groups