- Tour Type
ATV Adventure | Cultural - Duration
Half Day - Elevation
3200m – 3500m - Difficulty
Moderate - Departure
Hotel - Destination
Maras & Moray - Latitude
-13.3320 - Longitude
-72.1800
Discover Maras and Moray by ATV from Cusco
Explore the Sacred Valley of the Incas on our ATV Maras Moray Tour from Cusco, a half-day adventure that combines off-road riding with two of the region’s most distinctive attractions.
First, travel from Cusco toward the Andean countryside and receive a safety briefing before starting your ATV experience. After a short practice session, ride through scenic mountain landscapes toward Moray, where you can explore the impressive circular Inca terraces.
Then, continue the experience with a visit to the Maras Salt Mines, a remarkable landscape formed by hundreds of salt ponds supplied by a natural saline spring. As you explore the area, you’ll see how traditional salt production remains part of the local culture.
With hotel pick-up, tourist transportation, ATV equipment, helmet, gloves, first-aid support and professional guidance included, this tour offers a convenient way to combine adventure, Andean scenery and cultural heritage in one half-day experience.
Moreover, you don’t need previous ATV experience to join the tour. Your instructor will provide basic instructions and a practice session before you begin the route.
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ATV Maras Moray Tour Highlights
Ride an ATV Through the Sacred Valley
First, experience the Andean countryside from an ATV as you travel through mountain roads and scenic landscapes surrounding Maras and Moray. The route combines adventure with panoramic views of the Cusco highlands.
- Explore the Circular Terraces of Moray
Next, visit Moray, an important Inca archaeological site known for its enormous circular terraces built into a natural depression.
As you explore the site, your guide will explain its historical significance and the role that the terraces may have played in Inca agricultural experimentation. - Discover the Maras Salt Mines
After visiting Moray, continue to the Maras Salt Mines, where hundreds of salt ponds spread across the mountainside.
Here, mineral-rich water flows through the ponds and gradually evaporates, leaving salt that local families have traditionally collected. As a result, the landscape combines natural processes with a long-standing local tradition. - Adventure Meets Andean Heritage
Together, ATV riding, Moray and the Maras Salt Mines create a different way to experience the Sacred Valley.
Instead of choosing between adventure and culture, this half-day tour allows you to combine both in one experience from Cusco.
ATV Maras Moray Tour Itinerary
ATV Maras Moray Tour
- 6:30 AM | Hotel Pick-Up in Cusco
First, your ATV Maras Moray Tour from Cusco begins at approximately 6:30 AM with pick-up directly from your hotel in Cusco.
From there, your professional guide will take you toward Cruzpata, traveling for approximately 50 minutes through the scenic landscapes of the Sacred Valley of the Incas.
- 8:00 AM | Safety Briefing and ATV Practice in Cruzpata
Once you arrive in Cruzpata, your instructor will provide a safety briefing covering the basic operation of the ATV and the correct use of the equipment.
Before starting the route, you’ll practice basic maneuvers so you can become familiar with the quad bike and feel more comfortable handling it.
Helmets and gloves are provided, together with first-aid support and oxygen.
- 8:30 AM | ATV Ride to Moray
After the safety briefing, begin your ATV ride toward Moray.
The ride takes approximately one hour and follows an Andean route surrounded by mountain landscapes and rural scenery.
As you ride, you’ll experience the Sacred Valley from a different perspective while following the route with your guide.
- Moray | Inca Agricultural Terraces
At Moray, you’ll have approximately 20 minutes to explore the archaeological site and appreciate its impressive circular terraces.
During the visit, your guide will explain the historical importance of Moray and its distinctive agricultural terraces.
Afterward, return toward the ATV base, with approximately 40 minutes of ATV riding before continuing the excursion by vehicle.
- 10:30 AM | Maras Salt Mines
Next, continue by vehicle toward the Maras Salt Mines.
Located at approximately 3,380 meters (11,080 feet), the salt mines feature thousands of individual ponds built along the mountainside.
Here, you’ll learn about the traditional salt-production process and see how local families continue to collect salt from the mineral-rich water that feeds the ponds. - 12:00 PM | Return Journey to Cusco
After visiting the Maras Salt Mines, begin the return journey to Cusco.
Your transportation will take you back to the city, with an estimated arrival between 1:00 and 1:30 PM at Plaza de Armas de Cusco.
Tour Information
- Pick-up: Approximately 6:30 AM from your hotel in Cusco
- ATV briefing: Approximately 8:00 AM
- ATV ride: Approximately 8:30 AM
- Moray: Approximately 9:30 to 10:30 AM
- Maras Salt Mines: Approximately 10:30 AM
- Return to Cusco: Approximately 1:00 to 1:30 PM
- Drop-off: Plaza de Armas de Cusco
- Duration: Half Day
- Tour Type: ATV Adventure & Cultural
- Difficulty: Moderate
Include
- Professional bilingual guide in English and Spanish
- Hotel pick-up in Cusco
- Tourist transportation to Cruzpata, Maras and back to Cusco
- ATV quad bike
- Fuel for the ATV
- Helmet and gloves
- Safety briefing and ATV practice session
- First-aid kit
- Oxygen for emergency support
- Return transportation to Plaza de Armas de Cusco
Exclude
- Entrance fees
- Cusco Tourist Ticket: S/ 70, according to the current tour information
- Maras Salt Mines entrance: S/ 20 for adults and students
- Travel insurance
- ATV vehicle insurance
- Food and drinks
- Personal expenses
- Guide tips
Packing List
For your ATV Maras Moray Tour from Cusco, we recommend bringing the following:
- Original passport or valid identification
- Comfortable closed-toe shoes
- Long pants and a windbreaker
- Warm layer or sweater
- Waterproof jacket or rain poncho
- Sunglasses
- Sun hat or cap
- Sunscreen
- Water
- Small backpack
- Extra cash in Peruvian soles
- Small snacks, such as chocolate, fruit, crackers or energy bars
- Camera and extra batteries
- A complete change of clothes, especially during the rainy season
Book Your ATV Maras Moray Tour from Cusco
Ready to explore Moray and the Maras Salt Mines by ATV?
Join our half-day adventure from Cusco and combine an exciting ATV ride through the Andean countryside with two of the Sacred Valley’s most distinctive attractions.
Hotel pick-up, ATV, fuel, safety equipment, professional bilingual guide and return transportation to Plaza de Armas are included.
Book Your ATV Maras Moray Tour
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FAQs
Do I need previous ATV experience for the Maras Moray tour?
No. Previous ATV experience is not required. Before the ride, your instructor provides a safety briefing and a practice session in Cruzpata so you can become familiar with the ATV controls before starting the route to Moray.
Is the ATV Maras Moray Tour suitable for beginners?
Yes. Beginners can join the tour, provided they are comfortable operating an ATV and following the instructor’s safety recommendations. The practice session before the ride helps first-time participants understand the basic controls.
How long is the ATV Maras Moray Tour from Cusco?
The ATV Maras Moray Tour from Cusco is a half-day experience. Hotel pick-up starts at approximately 6:30 AM, and the estimated return to Cusco is between 1:00 and 1:30 PM.
What is included in the ATV Maras Moray Tour?
The tour includes hotel pick-up in Cusco, tourist transportation, a professional bilingual guide, ATV, fuel, helmet, gloves, safety briefing, first-aid support and oxygen. Return transportation to Plaza de Armas de Cusco is also included.
Are the entrance fees included in the ATV Maras Moray Tour?
No. Entrance fees are not included in the tour price. You should bring Peruvian soles to pay for the applicable entrance tickets, including the S/ 20 entrance to the Maras Salt Mines.
How much does the ATV Maras Moray Tour cost?
The ATV Maras Moray Tour starts from $35 per person. Entrance fees, food, drinks, travel insurance and personal expenses are not included.
What time does the ATV Maras Moray Tour start?
The tour begins at approximately 6:30 AM with hotel pick-up in Cusco. After traveling to Cruzpata, the safety briefing starts around 8:00 AM, followed by the ATV ride toward Moray at approximately 8:30 AM.
Where does the ATV Maras Moray Tour start and finish?
The tour starts with hotel pick-up in Cusco. After visiting Moray and the Maras Salt Mines, transportation returns you to Plaza de Armas de Cusco, with an estimated arrival between 1:00 and 1:30 PM.
What should I bring for the ATV Maras Moray Tour?
Bring your passport or valid identification, comfortable shoes, long pants, a warm layer, waterproof clothing, sunglasses, a hat, sunscreen, water, small snacks and extra cash in Peruvian soles. A small backpack and extra clothing are also recommended.
Is the ATV Maras Moray Tour safe?
The tour begins with a safety briefing and ATV practice session. Helmets and gloves are provided, and first-aid support and oxygen are available. Participants should follow the instructor’s recommendations throughout the activity and operate the ATV responsibly.
What happens if it rains during the ATV Maras Moray Tour?
The weather in the Andes can change quickly. Therefore, bring a waterproof jacket or rain poncho. If severe weather creates unsafe conditions, the tour operator will determine the appropriate arrangements for the activity.
Can I visit Moray and the Maras Salt Mines in half a day?
Yes. The itinerary combines an ATV ride to Moray with a visit to the Maras Salt Mines and returns to Cusco around lunchtime. As a result, you can experience both attractions while keeping the afternoon available for other activities.