Feel the engine under you as you cross high Andean tracks to reach Moray’s circular agricultural bowls and Maras’ salt pans. This guided ATV loop from Cusco blends technical riding with archaeological and cultural insight.
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You kick the throttle at the Cruzpata base and the valley answers — a thin, high-altitude air that pushes against lungs and accelerates the senses.
Difficulty
moderate
Duration
5–6 hours
Fitness Level
Basic to moderate fitness: able to mount/dismount ATVs repeatedly and handle bumps at altitude.
Wildlife
History
Moray was likely an Inca agricultural laboratory using concentric terraces to test crops at different microclimates; Maras salt pans have been exploited since pre-Inca times.
Conservation
Stay on designated tracks, avoid contaminating salt pans, and respect local harvesters to reduce erosion and cultural impacts.
Reserve your spot on the Cusco: ATV Tour at Maras & Moray - Off Road Trip today and enjoy a trusted, highly rated experience designed to help you make the most of your adventure.
Acclimatize first
Spend at least a day in Cusco to adjust to 3,300–3,800 m elevations to reduce altitude effects.
Hydration and sun protection
Bring 1–2 liters of water and high SPF sunscreen — sun is strong at altitude even when cool.
Secure loose items
Use zipped pockets or a dry bag for cameras and phones — rough tracks jostle gear.
Follow the guide’s limits
Some sections near Maras are too dangerous for quads; expect to transfer to the minivan where instructed.
Closed-toe hiking shoes or boots
Protects feet and provides grip when riding and walking uneven sections.
High-SPF sunscreen and sunglasses
Stops strong high-altitude UV exposure during open sections of the trail.
summer
Layered clothing (fleece + wind shell)
Warm mornings and breezy mid-altitude sections require adaptable layers.
fall
Small dry bag or secure camera case
Keeps electronics and documents safe from dust and vibration.