Tour from Cusco
Maras and Moray by ATV
Moray and the Maras salt mines viewpoint by ATV, after a 15-minute training session in Cruz Pata. Two departures a day, morning and afternoon, with safety gear, a bilingual guide and transfer from downtown Cusco.
- We assist you in English on WhatsApp
- English-speaking guides
- Local agency in Cusco since 2003, registered with MINCETUR
Pickup at your lodging in downtown Cusco: morning shift between 6:30 and 6:50 a.m., afternoon shift between 12:30 and 12:50 p.m.
Explanations in English or Spanish along the entire route
Moray, the town of Maras and the salt mines viewpoint
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Moray and the Maras salt mines by ATV, with views of the Urubamba mountain range
The Maras and Moray ATV tour crosses the Sacred Valley on off-road vehicles. From Cusco, we drive about an hour to the community of Cruz Pata, in the heart of the valley, where you get 15 minutes of training and your safety gear before hitting the road.
Then we ride for about an hour and a half to the archaeological complex of Moray, with its circular terraces, and continue to the town of Maras and the viewpoint over the salt mines, with the Urubamba range and the Verónica and Chicón peaks in sight. The return to Cusco takes a different route from the way out.
It costs US$ 55 per person and includes modern ATVs with safety gear, transfer from your lodging downtown and a bilingual guide. There are two departures a day, morning (7 a.m.) and afternoon (1 p.m.). If you’d prefer the same route in tourist transport, with more time at the sites, there’s the classic Maras and Moray tour; and if you’re looking for another adventure outing, try Abode of the Gods by ATV. Current Cusco Tourist Ticket (Boleto Turístico) rates are listed in the official COSITUC price list.
Ride your own ATV
Modern off-road vehicles, safety gear and 15 minutes of training in Cruz Pata before hitting the road.
Moray, the Inca experimental terraces
A visit to the archaeological complex to see up close the circular terraces the Incas used to adapt crops to different altitudes and temperatures.
The Maras salt mines from the viewpoint
A photo stop at the viewpoint over the salt pans (viewing from above only) and a chance to buy products made with Maras salt.
Views of the Urubamba range
Throughout the ride you see the valley's mountains, including the Verónica and Chicón peaks. The return to Cusco takes a different route from the way out.
Itinerary
Your tour, step by step: from Cusco to Moray and Maras by ATV
- Pickup at your lodging in downtown CuscoMorning shift between 6:30 and 6:50 a.m. (start at 7 a.m.) or afternoon shift between 12:30 and 12:50 p.m. (start at 1 p.m.).
- ≈1-hour drive to Cruz PataTransfer in tourist transport to the community of Cruz Pata, in the heart of the Sacred Valley of the Incas.
- 15 minutes of trainingBefore hitting the road, we get instructions and practice with the off-road vehicles and the safety gear.
- ≈1 hour 30 minutes by ATV to MorayA ride through the valley with views of the Urubamba range and the Verónica and Chicón mountains.
- Moray · Visit to the archaeological complexA walk around the Inca terraces used to adapt crops to different altitudes and temperatures.
- Town of Maras and salt mines viewpointWe continue to Maras and the viewpoint over the salt pans, with time for photos and to buy salt products.
- Return to Cusco by a different routeBack to the city, wrapping up a ride full of adrenaline.
What's included in your Maras and Moray ATV tour?
No surprises and no fine print: this is exactly what the service covers and what you will pay separately on the day of the tour.
1 day (full day)
Up to 5,000 m (16,410 ft)
Two departures a day: morning (starts at 7 a.m.) and afternoon (starts at 1 p.m.)
English or Spanish
Included
- Visit to Moray and Maras
- Round-trip transfer from your lodging downtown
- Bilingual tour guide (we have English-speaking guides)
- Modern ATVs and safety gear
- Tari Tours support and assistance before and during the tour
Not included
- Cusco Tourist Ticket (Boleto Turístico): general ticket (BTG: S/ 130 for foreign visitors, S/ 70 for Peruvians) or partial ticket (BTP: S/ 70 for foreign visitors, S/ 40 for Peruvians)
- Entrance to the Maras salt pans (S/ 20 per person)
- Koricancha entrance, meals and drinks
- Personal expenses and tips
Note: entrance fees are paid separately on the same day: the Cusco Tourist Ticket (BTG or BTP) for Moray and S/ 20 per person to enter the Maras salt pans. On this tour, the salt mines are seen from the viewpoint.
Frequently asked questions
Here are the answers to the most common questions, so you can book with complete peace of mind.
Do I need to acclimatize before the Maras and Moray ATV tour?
Ideally, spend at least one day in Cusco first. The Sacred Valley is lower than the city and the physical effort is low, since you spend most of the route riding, but it’s always better to arrive acclimatized.
How difficult is the tour?
Physically easy, but riding requires attention. Before setting off there are 15 minutes of training in the community of Cruz Pata, and the guide stays with the group the whole way. No experience is needed.
Which tickets do I need to buy separately?
The general (BTG) or partial (BTP) Cusco Tourist Ticket for entry to Moray, and S/ 20 per person for the Maras salt pans. The Koricancha entrance isn’t included either.
What time does it start and how long does it last?
There are two departures. For the morning one, we pick you up at your lodging between 6:30 and 6:50 a.m. and the tour starts at 7 a.m.; for the afternoon one, pickup is between 12:30 and 12:50 p.m., starting at 1 p.m.
What should I bring?
Comfortable clothes that can get dirty, a windbreaker, closed-toe shoes, sunglasses, sunscreen, water, cash for entrance fees and your passport. We provide the safety gear for the ATV.
How do booking and payment work?
You can book right on this page, choosing the date, the shift and the number of travelers. We confirm your booking within 2 hours and arrange the exact pickup time with you. You can also message us on WhatsApp before booking.
What if bad weather affects the departure?
The tour runs all year. In heavy rain, route conditions may not be safe for the ATVs; if that happens, we agree with you on a change of shift or date, or a suitable alternative.
How much does the Maras and Moray ATV tour cost?
The price is US$ 55 per person. It includes the visit to Moray and Maras, round-trip transfer from your lodging in downtown Cusco, a bilingual tour guide, modern ATVs and safety gear. The Cusco Tourist Ticket (which covers Moray), the salt pans entrance and meals are paid separately.
Do I need experience to ride the ATV?
No. Before hitting the road there are 15 minutes of training in the community of Cruz Pata, with your safety gear on, until the group feels comfortable, and the guide rides along the whole way. If you’d rather not drive, you can ride as a passenger on the same ATV.
Can I go into the Maras salt mines on this tour?
On this version, the salt mines are seen from the viewpoint, with time for photos and to buy products made with Maras salt. If you want to go down to the salt pans and walk among them, the right choice is the classic Maras and Moray tour, done in tourist transport.
Ready to book or have a question?
Talk to one of our travel advisors in English. We reply Monday to Saturday, 9 a.m. to 7 p.m. (Peru time, GMT-5).