Take a 5–6 hour ATV ride from Cusco through the Sacred Valley to the Salineras de Maras and the circular terraces of Moray. This quad tour mixes fast dirt-track stretches with photo stops at two of the region’s most intriguing pre‑Inca sites.
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You climb onto a rumbling quad as the Andean wind pushes at your jacket, dirt throwing up in narrow ribbons behind you. The road threads between patchwork fields—high-altitude meadows, shepherds’ stone walls and the bright geometric pools of the Salineras de Maras, each salt pan catching sunlight like a small, deliberate mirror.
Difficulty
moderate
Duration
5–6 hours
Fitness Level
Moderate fitness; able to mount/dismount ATVs repeatedly and tolerate high‑altitude exertion
Wildlife
History
Maras salt pans have been exploited since pre‑Inca times for local salt production; Moray’s concentric terraces are believed to have been used as microclimate agricultural test plots by the Inca.
Conservation
The salt pans and terraces are fragile cultural landscapes—stay on designated paths, avoid contaminating pans, and support local businesses that practice sustainable harvesting.
Reserve your spot on the ATV Tour: Quad Biking Sacred Valley today and enjoy a trusted, highly rated experience designed to help you make the most of your adventure.
Acclimatize before riding
Spend at least one night in Cusco to reduce altitude effects—shortness of breath and headaches are common above 3,000 m.
Bring local currency
Entrance fees to Moray and Maras are often not included; carry small soles for tickets and vendors.
Dress for dust and sun
Closed-toe shoes, gloves, UV sunscreen and a windproof jacket protect against dust, sun and cold mountain gusts.
Follow the guide and pace
ATV handling at altitude and on loose surfaces requires steady speed and attention—obey guide signals and maintain safe spacing.
Full‑finger riding gloves
Protects hands from vibration, brushes and cold during longer stretches.
Closed‑toe hiking shoes or lightweight boots
Gives grip on pegs and protection when dismounting on uneven terrain.
High‑SPF sunscreen and sunglasses
UV is strong at altitude; protect skin and eyes on exposed trails.
Lightweight windproof jacket
Blocks gusts and retains heat during chilly mornings and descents.
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