Maras and Moray ATV Tour
ATV Quad Bike Tour to Moray Maras and Salt mines from Cusco
We offer a thrilling journey created for adventurers like you to discover the Andean mountains of Cusco. We provide daily excursions to ride quad bikes and explore Moray and the Maras salt mines. To begin the day, we will pick you up at your Cusco hotel and drive you to our first location, Maras.
We’ll drive by Andean communities and the lovely city of Maras. This colonial city features intact homes and churches from the Spanish conquest, but it is also surrounded by traditional and rustic structures where the residents live and work in agriculture.
One of Moray’s biggest attractions are the massive natural holes in the ground surface that the Incas exploited to successfully cultivate Andean seeds. On our excursion, we will also visit the Maras salt mines, where locals continue to work with salt in the same way that their predecessors did
ATV Tour Moray & Maras Details
Included
- Equipment: Quad bikes – Equipment (helmet and gloves)
- Experienced Guides: Our trips are guided by certified bilingual (English and Spanish) tourism guides. All guides working with SAP are Peruvian government-licensed and have graduated from recognized Peruvian colleges or tourist schools. This guarantees that you receive informed and expert advice throughout your trip.
- Medical Kit: SAP guides have specific training in first aid and CPR. They also carry a first aid package for situations including altitude sickness, travelers’ diarrhea, and scrapes. In addition, if required, we will promptly evacuate you off the path and transport you to a clinic for treatment.
- 24/7 Customer Service: Our WhatsApp and local phone services are accessible 24 hours a day. In any emergency, our guides can reach us via satellite phone.
- Transport: We take care of everything so you can simply enjoy the experience. We will pick you up from your accommodation and, at the end of the tour, comfortably drop you off at Cusco’s Main Square.
Not Included
- (Moray and salt mines +$25 USD, Huaypo & salt mines +$10 USD )
- Tips for guides.
What Makes Maras and Moray ATV Tour Special?
| Feature | Why It Stands Out |
|---|---|
| Adrenaline & Speed | Fulfills adventure cravings with guided ATV exploration |
| Cultural Depth | Incan innovation and centuries‑old salt‑harvesting |
| Scenic Beauty | Soaring peaks, terraced ruins, and sun‑bleached salt pans |
| Efficiency | Half‑day format, covers two main attractions in one go |
| Guided Support | Expert instructors ensure safety, comfort & context |
What to pack
Enjoy the magic of the Maras & Moray tour at your own pace.
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Maras and Moray ATV Tour Itinerary
Cusco - Maras & Moray - Cusco
- Join this trip of riding quad bikes through the Sacred Valley of the Incas, which includes visits to two of the most important sites: Maras Salt Mines and Moray.
- This trip leaves from Cusco and proceeds directly to our headquarters in Maras (about a 50-minute ride), where you will receive detailed training on how to properly operate the quad bikes as well as the equipment required for the excursion.
- Once everyone in our party is ready, we begin our journey by riding through the roads of the holy Valley, surrounded by breathtaking scenery and snow-capped holy mountains, until we arrive at the Moray archeological site, where we will explore briefly with your guide within the ruins.
- After the initial visit, we’ll keep driving the quad bikes and having fun until we come closer to the road that leads to the Salt Mines. For safety concerns, we’ll park the quads and take the bus to the Maras Salt Mines before returning to our quad bikes and continuing our journey back to the base.
- This is a half-day excursion that may be completed in either the morning or afternoon.
- For the morning slot, we will pick you up between 06:30 and 07:10 a.m., depending on the location of your hotel, and return to Cusco between 1 and 1:30 p.m.
- For the afternoon slot, your collection time will be between 12:50 and 1:00 pm at our Sap Adventures office, and we will return to Cusco about 7:30 pm.
Information about Maras and Moray ATV Tour
Do I need prior experience to ride an ATV?
No experience is required. Before the tour begins, you will have a short practice session to get comfortable with the ATV.
What is the minimum age to participate?
Most tour operators allow passengers from 12 years old and drivers from 16 years old. Minors must be accompanied by an adult.
What places are visited during the tour?
You will explore the archaeological site of Moray, famous for its circular Inca terraces, and the Maras Salt Mines with thousands of active salt pools. Along the way, you will enjoy stunning Andean landscapes and pass through traditional villages.
How long does the tour last?
The tour typically lasts between 4 to 5 hours, including round-trip transportation from Cusco, briefing, practice, and visits to all sites.
Is the ATV shared or individual?
Usually, each person has their own ATV. Some agencies offer the option to ride as a passenger on a shared ATV for an extra cost.
Is the tour safe?
Yes. Safety gear like helmets and gloves is provided, and all tours begin with a safety briefing. Trained guides accompany you throughout the route.
What if it rains on the day of the tour?
The tour usually goes ahead in light rain. In case of heavy rain, the operator may adjust the route for safety. Rain gear is recommended during the wet season (November to March).
Can the tour be done all year round?
Yes, the tour operates year-round. However, the best time to enjoy it is during the dry season from April to October, when the landscapes are clearer and roads are less muddy.
All elements of these itineraries can be tailored to your interests and travel style.
