Moray ATVs + Salt Mines
Archaeology + Adventure

Moray ATVs + Salt Mines - Archaeological Adventure

Combine adrenaline and culture in one adventure. Discover the mysterious circular platforms of Moray and the millenary salt mines of Maras driving powerful ATVs through unique Andean landscapes.

2.5 Hours On ATVs
Media Difficulty
6 Hours Total Duration
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TOUR PREMIUM EXCLUSIVO

Laboratorio Agrícola Inca + Salineras Milenarias

Experience the perfect combination of extreme adventure and cultural richness. Drive ATVs to two of the most fascinating sites in the Sacred Valley: the agricultural experimentation center of Moray and the ancient salt mines of Maras that are still in operation after thousands of years.

  • Honda 250CC ATVs - Automatic
  • Professional guide specialized in archaeology
  • Full safety equipment (helmet, gloves, goggles)
  • Round-trip tourist transportation from Cusco
  • Entrance to the archaeological complex of Moray
  • Visit to the viewpoint of Salineras de Maras
Moray ATVs + Salt Mines
Moray - Agricultural Laboratory
Maras salt mines

Itinerary Moray ATVs + Salt Mines

Half a day exploring archaeological wonders

TURNO MAÑANA: 7:00 AM - 1:00 PM

  • 07:00

    Departure from Cusco

    Punctual pickup from your hotel in Cusco. Panoramic transfer to the Sacred Valley.

  • 07:45

    Arrival at the Base

    Reception at our ATV base. Equipment delivery and safety session.

  • 08:15

    Practice and Departure to Moray

    Practice session in a controlled area. Start of the route to Moray along rural roads.

  • 09:00

    Arrival in Moray

    Arrival at the archaeological complex. Guided exploration of the Inca circular terraces.

  • 09:45

    Tour of Moray

    Detailed explanation of the Inca agricultural laboratory. Time for photographs and questions.

  • 10:30

    Transfer to Salt Mines

    Travel on ATVs to the viewpoint of the Salineras de Maras through spectacular landscapes.

  • 11:15

    Salt Mines Viewpoint

    Panoramic view of the salt pools. History and process of ancestral extraction.

  • 12:00

    Return to Base

    Return to the ATV base. Farewell to the team and delivery of certificates.

  • 12:30

    Return to Cusco

    Transfer back to Cusco. Arrival at approximately 1:00 p.m.

AFTERNOON SHIFT: 1:00 PM - 7:00 PM

  • 13:00

    Departure from Cusco

    Pick-up from your hotel. Transfer to the Sacred Valley with spectacular views.

  • 13:45

    Arrival and Preparation

    Reception at base, equipment and instruction session for safe driving.

  • 14:15

    Adventure to Moray

    Start of the ATV tour to the archaeological complex of Moray.

  • 15:00

    Exploration of Moray

    Guided tour of the circular terraces, explanation of its agricultural function.

  • 16:00

    Road to Salineras

    ATV tour to Maras, enjoying the sunset in the Andes.

  • 16:45

    Salt Mines at Sunset

    Spectacular view of the salt mines in the golden light of the sunset.

  • 17:30

    Return and Closing

    Return to base and farewell. Time to share experiences.

  • 18:00

    Return to Cusco

    Transfer back to Cusco. Arrival at approximately 7:00 p.m.

Book your cultural adventure

$ 80 USD
/
S/ 304 PEN
per person - All Inclusive
Cuatrimotos Honda 250CC Entrance to Moray included Archaeologist guide Complete safety equipment
* Includes prior instruction and accident insurance
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Images of Moray and Salineras

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Circular platforms of Moray

Moray - Agricultural Laboratory

Archaeological complex with circular terraces that served as an Inca agricultural experimentation center

Maras salt mines from the viewpoint

Maras salt mines

Thousands of salt pools that are still being worked with ancestral techniques since Inca times

ATVs on the way to Moray

Panoramic Path

ATV tour through Andean landscapes with spectacular views of the Sacred Valley

Aerial view of the salt mines

Aerial view of Salineras

Spectacular pattern formed by the more than 3,000 salt pools on the mountain

ATV group off Moray

Group Adventure

Shared experience exploring unique archaeological sites on ATVs

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