Itinerary
Discover what awaits you in the MARAS AND MORAY ATV TOUR – HALF DAY
day 1
MARAS, MORAY
The Sacred Valley on four wheels.
We ride an ATV through farmland to the circular terraces of Moray and finish at the Maras Salt Mines, all in half a day.
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From Cusco to Cruzpata
By tourist transport, approx. 1 hour · Plaza Regocijo (Cusco) → Cruzpata (Maras)
We meet at our office near Plaza Regocijo and drive to Cruzpata, with lovely views along the way. There the guide gives a safety talk and driving instructions, followed by a 15-minute practice.
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ATV ride to Moray
By ATV, approx. 2 hours round trip · Cruzpata → Moray → Cruzpata
We ride on rural roads among farm fields and mountains, with views of the Sacred Valley. At Moray we stop for about 20 minutes to see this Inca agricultural laboratory, whose circular terraces created microclimates for crop experiments. Then we ride back to Cruzpata.
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Maras Salt Mines Highlight
By tourist transport · Cruzpata → Maras Salt Mines
We continue by vehicle to the Maras Salt Mines, thousands of salt pools that step down the mountainside and have been worked by hand since pre-Inca times. We see them from a nearby viewpoint and take photos of the landscape.
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Return to Cusco
By tourist transport · Maras Salt Mines → Cusco
We return to Cusco at the end of the shift, at 12:00 p.m. or 6:00 p.m., depending on the schedule you choose.
Tour details
- Schedules: Morning 7:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. · afternoon 1:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m.
- Meeting point: Our office near Plaza Regocijo (no hotel pick-up)
- Altitude: 3,380 m / 11,089 ft (Cruzpata and Maras Salt Mines) – 3,500 m / 11,483 ft (Moray)
- Difficulty: Easy
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What is this day like? check our photos
Includes
Transport and adventure
- Tourist transport: Cusco – Cruzpata – Cusco.
- Honda 250 ATV.
- Safety gear.
Guide
- Professional bilingual guide.
Not include
Entrance fees
- Entrance to Moray: With the Cusco Tourist Ticket.
- Entrance to the Maras Salt Mines.
- Community toll.
Other
- Meals.
- Accident insurance.
Prices MARAS AND MORAY ATV TOUR – HALF DAY
Rates per person
Traveling soon? We recommend booking early to secure your date, but we have daily departures and, depending on the date, you can also book just a few days ahead. Ask us about availability.
Need accommodation in Cusco?
Our team will help you find the best option for your stay.
Packaging list
- Documents: Passport and/or ID card.
- Small backpack: With water, camera and snacks.
- Footwear: Comfortable shoes, sneakers or hiking shoes.
- Warm clothing: A windbreaker or waterproof jacket (the weather changes and it is windy) and comfortable outdoor clothes.
- Protection: Cap or hat for sun and cold, sunglasses and sunscreen.
- Cash: For entrance fees, purchases and extra expenses.
- Rain poncho: From November to March.
Recomendations
- Meeting point: There is no hotel pick-up. Arrive on time at our office near Plaza Regocijo.
- Choose your shift: Morning (7:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.) or afternoon (1:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m.).
- Bring cash: For Moray you need the Cusco Tourist Ticket (partial S/ 70 or general S/ 130, approx.). The Salt Mines entrance costs S/ 20, and the community toll is not included either.
- Drivers: We recommend drivers be over 16 and able to control the ATV for the whole route. Children can ride as passengers, always with an adult.
- Maras Salt Mines: Walking among the salt pools is currently not allowed. You view them from a nearby viewpoint.
- Maras village: It was an important town in colonial times and still keeps its scenery, traditions and customs. It is worth a visit.
- Clear days: When the sky is clear, you will see the snow-capped Verónica and Chicón peaks.
- Rainy season: From November to March, bring a rain poncho or waterproof jacket.
F.A.Qs
How long is the tour?
About 5 hours, including transfers from Cusco, the driving practice, the ATV ride and the visits to Moray and the Maras Salt Mines.
What are the schedules?
There are two shifts: morning, from 7:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m., and afternoon, from 1:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m.
Is hotel pick-up included?
No. We meet at our office near Plaza Regocijo in Cusco and leave from there for Cruzpata.
Do I need experience to drive an ATV?
No. Before starting, the guide gives a safety talk and a driving practice so you can get used to the ATV safely, and stays with the group the whole way.
What is the difference between a single and a double ATV?
With a single ATV, each person drives their own. With a double, two people share one: one drives and the other rides as a passenger, which lowers the price per person.
What is the minimum age to drive?
For safety, we recommend drivers be over 16 and able to control the ATV for the whole route.
Can children take part?
Yes, as passengers, always with an adult and following the guide’s instructions.
Which places will I visit?
Cruzpata (Maras), the Moray archaeological site and the Maras Salt Mines. If you prefer, you can choose the alternative Huaypo Lagoon and Maras Salt Mines route, with the same schedule and price.
Is the whole route by ATV?
No. The ATV ride goes from Cruzpata to Moray, about 2 hours round trip, on rural roads among mountains and fields. Then we return to Cruzpata and continue by tourist transport to the Maras Salt Mines.
What scenery will I see?
Views of the Sacred Valley, farm fields, Andean mountains and, on clear days, the snow-capped Verónica and Chicón peaks.
Do I need the Tourist Ticket to enter Moray?
Yes, it is mandatory and you can buy it before entering. Partial Ticket: S/ 70 (about US$ 21). General Ticket: S/ 130 (about US$ 40).
Is the Maras Salt Mines entrance included?
No. It is paid at the entrance checkpoint and costs S/ 20 per person.
What is the altitude of the route?
The highest point is Moray, at 3,500 m (11,483 ft), and the lowest are Cruzpata and the Maras Salt Mines, at 3,380 m (11,089 ft).
How difficult is it?
Easy. You need no previous experience or special fitness, and it is suitable for most travelers.
What clothes should I bring?
Comfortable shoes or sneakers, a windbreaker or waterproof jacket, comfortable clothes, sunglasses, a cap or hat, sunscreen and a bottle of water. You will find the full list in the What to bring tab.
Does the tour run in the rainy season?
Yes, it runs all year. From November to March, bring a rain poncho or waterproof jacket.
Why choose this tour?
Because in half a day and with flexible schedules you combine adventure, culture and nature: you drive an ATV through the Sacred Valley, see the Inca agricultural laboratory of Moray and visit the famous Maras Salt Mines.
How does the booking process work?
1. Availability check: Write to us at info@sakuraexpedition.com or on WhatsApp at +51 941 411 418 to check your dates. We will send you a booking form that each participant must complete.
2. Traveler details: To manage the booking we need, exactly as shown in the passport, full name, gender, passport number, date of birth (dd/mm/yyyy) and nationality.
3. Guarantee: We ask for a guarantee per person to secure your space. We recommend booking early, especially on holidays and in high season.
4. Final confirmation: Once the booking is confirmed, you will receive the official invoice and your place will be 100 % guaranteed.
How do I pay the balance?
In cash, in US dollars or soles, in Cusco, one or two days before the tour, as instructed by your sales agent.
Can I cancel or change the date?
Yes, up to 48 hours before departure. In that case an administrative fee is charged, deducted from the total amount as applicable.
Why choose Sakura Expedition?
We are a 100 % local Peruvian company specializing in adventure and cultural tourism in Cusco and Peru. Our team of certified guides and operations staff works to give you unique, safe, high-quality experiences.
We stand out for responsible and sustainable tourism, respect for local communities and personalized service. With our tourism quality certification, we take care of every detail, from planning to the last moment of the tour.
Do you have more questions?
Message us on WhatsApp at +51 941 411 418 or email info@sakuraexpedition.com.
