Drive ATVs from Cusco into the Sacred Valley to stand above Moray’s circular Incan terraces and the white terraces of Maras salt pans. This half-day quad tour blends hands-on riding with archaeological and cultural stops—ideal for travelers who want speed, views, and a touch of history.
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You kick gravel as the engine thumps beneath you and the valley opens: terraced earth drops into circular bowls, and beyond them the patterned white of salt pans flashes like a low sun. The ride out of Cusco threads high-altitude farmland, passing potato plots and quinoa fields tended the same way for centuries. The landscape feels alive — wind that nudges you forward, terraces that seem to study the sky.
Difficulty
moderate
Duration
6 hours
Fitness Level
Moderate fitness—able to mount/dismount ATVs and handle 1–2 hours of riding on bumpy terrain at altitude
Wildlife
History
Moray’s concentric terraces served as an Incan agricultural research station; Maras salt pans have been harvested since pre-Columbian times and remain community-run.
Conservation
Stick to marked paths to protect fragile terraces and avoid contaminating salt pools; buying small amounts of locally produced salt supports community livelihoods.
Reserve your spot on the Adventure Tour in Cuatrimotos to Moray Cusco 1/2 day today and enjoy a trusted, highly rated experience designed to help you make the most of your adventure.
Pace yourself at altitude
Start easy on the throttle and monitor breathing—3,300–3,600 m can sap energy quickly.
Protect against sun and dust
Bring sunglasses with a strap and high-SPF sunscreen; dust goggles help on windy stretches.
Choose two-up if inexperienced
If you’re new to ATVs, book a two-person bike with an experienced rider to focus on enjoying views rather than handling.
Secure purchases at Maras
If buying salt, pack it inside sealed bags and keep it dry—salt can leak in backpacks.
Closed-toe hiking shoes or boots
Provide grip on slippery steps and protection during mounting and walking at sites.
Hydration pack or 1–1.5 L water bottle
Maintain hydration in dry high-altitude air; refill opportunities are limited.
Sunglasses with strap & sunscreen
UV is intense at altitude and glare from salt pans is strong.
summer
Light windproof layer
Wind picks up quickly in the valley; a thin shell blocks dust and chill.
spring