Motor up from Cusco into the high Andean plateaus on a full-day ATV to the circular terraces of Moray and the thousands of salt pans at Maras. This guided tour mixes short technical riding, high-altitude views, and hands-on cultural context.
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The morning light along the Andean ridge bites the air as riders leave Cusco for Maras, engines ticking beneath wool layers. Within an hour the city’s stone noise falls away and the trail opens — dusty switchbacks, puna grass, and the occasional alpaca eyeing the convoy. The cuatrimoto (ATV) hums into the shallow bowl of Moray, where concentric Inca terraces curve into the earth like an amphitheater of climate zones.
Difficulty
easy
Duration
6–8 hours
Fitness Level
No special fitness required beyond the ability to handle uneven terrain and mount an ATV; be comfortable standing on pegs and bracing on rough sections.
Wildlife
History
Moray’s concentric terraces were used by the Incas as experimental agricultural labs to simulate different climates; the Salineras have been harvested communally since pre-Columbian times.
Conservation
Salt extraction at Maras is managed by local communities; visitors should avoid disturbing pans and stick to designated paths to protect fragile microhabitats.
Reserve your spot on the Adventure in Cuatrimoto to Moray and Salineras | tour from Cusco today and enjoy a trusted, highly rated experience designed to help you make the most of your adventure.
Acclimatize before you ride
Spend 24–48 hours in Cusco to reduce altitude effects; the route sits between about 3,300–3,600 m.
Wear closed-toe footwear
Sturdy shoes or light boots protect your feet on foot sections and give grip when mounting ATVs.
Hydrate and sun-protect
High-altitude sun is intense; carry 1–2 L water, sunscreen, and sunglasses.
Bring small local cash
Vendors near Maras and Moray may not accept cards — small purchases like snacks or salt souvenirs are cash-friendly.
Closed-toe hiking shoes or light boots
Provide traction and protect feet during mounts, dismounts, and short walks at viewpoints.
Layered insulating jacket
Highland temperatures swing quickly; a windproof mid-layer helps on exposed ridges.
Sunscreen and UV sunglasses
Strong equatorial sun at altitude increases burn risk and glare from salt pans.
Hydration pack or 1–2 L water bottle
Sustains you through dusty trails and high-altitude exertion.