Into the Heart of Manthanay

Difficulty

Moderate

Weight limit

Duration

4h

Group size

1-6 tourists,
over 8 y.o.

Looking for a horseback adventure in the high Andes? This 4-hour ride takes you through some of the most stunning landscapes of the Sacred Valley.

Travelers explore the historic village of Yanahuara, known for one of the largest Inсa cemeteries in the region, and ride into the Manthanay Nature Reserve with its Qeuña forest. Surrounded by high mountain peaks, they reach a serene glacier-fed stream, a perfect spot to enjoy nature, take photos, and observe the local flora and fauna.

This tour is advised for intermediate to advanced riders who are confident in varied terrain and want to discover the Andes away from the crowds. It is perfect for nature lovers, photographers, and active travelers.

Ride through the heights of the Andes!

Yojan B. is the provider of this trip

5.0 7 reviews

The provider speaks: English, Spanish

A real Andean descendent who comes from a Cusco family who truly love horses and I am married with Karina from the Netherlands. I grew up with horses and it's my passion to work with them. I am also an official tour guide and I like to work with turists from all countries, showing them around in my country Peru and explaining them everything about the history. My riding activities in the Sacred Valley were soon discovered, and our hacienda began to appear in guidebooks and on the lists of highly recommended equestrian tour operators. The riding expeditions high in the Andes are exceptional with my team.

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Tour highlights

Suspended Bridges

The Manthanay Nature Reserve

High Andean Scenery

Route details

At 09:00, travelers begin the ride at the ranch and cross the Vilcanota River via a traditional suspended bridge.

The trail then follows the riverside, passing through a native forest in Yanahuara where one of the largest Inka cemeteries of the Sacred Valley is located.

Riders continue up through the Manthanay Nature Reserve with its Qeuña forest.

At 11:00, participants reach a natural flat area beside a cold river flowing from the glaciers. The group enjoys the surrounding forest, takes photos, and observes the local flora and fauna.

At 11:30, riders begin the journey back down to the valley.

At 13:00, travelers arrive at the ranch.

Difficulty

Moderate

Does not require physical training but involves moderate physical activity

Tour provider's comments

The tour is tailored to intermediate to advanced riders.

It's important to know

The tour price includes an English-speaking guide, a well-groomed horse, a riding helmet, a rain ponch, and a saddle bag. Please note that private transfers to and from the ranch are not included.

Available dates

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Number of individuals

1-6 tourists, over 8 y.o.

1 tourist

Tickets to group meeting place

Group meeting place

Departamento de Cusco, Provincia del Cusco, Alejandro Velasco Astete Airport

The group meets at: Cusco

The tour’s last location: Cusco

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Reviews

5.0

Based on 7 reviews

C
Cassandra

about provider

29 Feb, 2024

We had a blast! If you're around, you've gotta try this out. The horses are super chill, and the scenery during the ride is amazing. The owner/operators are really friendly and welcoming.
J
joane

about provider

28 Nov, 2023

I highly recommend this team. The horses are fantastic, and the owners and staff are very friendly.. I had some amazing rides with breathtaking scenery. Thank you for an unforgettable trip of a lifetime !?
T
Tanner

about provider

25 Oct, 2023

My wife and I had a great time. The views were breathtaking, the history was fascinating, and exploring the town was a blast. Our guide Yojan was awesome - super friendly, really knew his stuff, and made the whole experience even better.