Cusco ATV (Cuatrimotos) and Zipline Full Day Tour

This is a fun way to see the Sacred Valley with ATV riding and zipline time, without the day feeling like it’s only one thing. You start early, get real instruction before you drive, then you mix in major Inca sites plus a proper adrenaline activity.

I really like the small group size (max six people), because the guide can actually keep an eye on you. I also like that you get proper safety gear and support, including helmets for the ATV and zipline, plus a first aid kit and oxygen.

One thing to think about: entrance fees are not included for key stops (Moray, the salt mines, and the lake). So budget a bit more on top of the $199, especially for the sites listed as PEN 100 per person.

Key highlights worth caring about

• ATV instruction included, before you head out on the route
• Small group of up to six, so you are not lost in the crowd
• Round-trip transport plus pickup options, including Urubamba (possible extra charges)
• Moray and Maras set you up for real Inca context between the thrill parts
• Zipline plan that builds confidence, starting with shorter cables then longer runs

A 9-hour Cusco day that balances adrenaline and Inca sights

This full day tour is built for people who want motion, views, and at least a few meaningful stops. You are looking at roughly 9 hours, with an early 7:00 am start at Pl. San Francisco 162 in Cusco. If you are staying outside the main Cusco area, pickup is offered, and there may be extra charges depending on where you are.

The pacing matters here. You are not spending the whole day on one activity. Instead, the rhythm is: drive and learn on the ATV, visit Moray, then move to Maras, take in Laguna de Huaypo, and finish with zipline.

The value also comes from what is included. You get professional guiding, transport, ATVs and helmets, first aid kit and oxygen, zipline equipment, lunch, unlimited water, a snack, and a craft market stop. That is a lot of the logistics handled for you in one package.

ATV riding in Peru, with real training and real safety gear

ATVs are the headline, but the tour is careful about how you get there. Before you ride off, you learn the basics so you are not just thrown onto the trail. The idea is simple: you get shown how to handle the machine, you practice around a controlled circuit, and then you go out to the route with a leader watching you.

That matters in Peru because roads and paths can be uneven. Even if you are an experienced driver, you still want time to get used to the ATV setup, the handling, and the local riding style. The tour includes helmets, and it also lists a first aid kit and oxygen, which is reassuring when you are in high-altitude territory.

Also, the group size is small, up to six people. In practice, that means fewer wait times and less chaos when you stop for viewpoints or cross between activity zones.

One more detail you should not ignore: the tour is clear that ATVs are no longer permitted at Salinas de Maras. That affects your day. You still get to see the salt mines, but you are transported by private vehicle for that part instead of riding right through the salt area.

Moray terraces: the Inca science stop before the thrill

Moray is the kind of place that makes the Sacred Valley feel more than just pretty scenery. The site is famous for its circular agricultural terraces and the way the Inca used a set of microclimates. The terraces created different conditions at different levels, letting them experiment with acclimatizing crops from different altitudes. In other words, it was like an advanced agricultural lab.

In a tour day that also includes adrenaline, this stop is a good break. You get about 40 minutes at Moray, enough time to look around and understand why it mattered without dragging the day out.

Drawback to know: Moray entrance tickets are not included. The tour notes entrance fees not being part of the package, so you will want a little cash or card ready for tickets.

Maras salt mines: stunning salt pools, with a comfort-first approach

Maras Salt Mines are one of those “how is this real?” places. You are looking at over 7,200 white salt pools that still work today, run by local families using techniques linked to the Inca era. The visual impact comes fast when you arrive. It is also one of the best stops for learning, because someone explains the salt production process instead of just pointing at scenery.

Here is the practical twist: because ATVs are not permitted at Salinas de Maras, the tour uses private transport for this section. That is not a compromise in the experience so much as a smarter route plan. You still get the salt mines, and you avoid turning that area into a ride where safety and rules get complicated.

The tour also says that at the end of the tour you can relax with an ice-cold Cusqueña beer. That is a small reward, but it is the kind of finishing touch you remember after a long day.

Just note the money part again. Entrance fees for the salt mines are listed as not included, with PEN 100 per person mentioned for the relevant sites.

Laguna de Huaypo viewpoint, plus dyeing and weaving at a local market

Laguna de Huaypo is a high Andean lake, framed by fields and dominated by a sacred mountain connected to local myths. The tour gives you a viewpoint stop, focused on photos and taking it in, plus time for a short cultural detour.

You get about 20 minutes for the Huaypo stop. That is not a long time, but it is usually enough to get a feel for the place and get your pictures if you move at a steady pace.

On the way back, the day adds a market stop that’s more hands-on than most “quick shopping” interruptions. Local women show natural dyeing using ingredients like flowers, tree bark, stones, and others, then demonstrate weaving. This is the kind of cultural stop that can actually make sense alongside the rest of the day, because you are already learning about Inca-era agricultural ideas earlier, and then you shift to how local crafts are made today.

Entrance fees are not mentioned for this market stop, but the dyeing and weaving part is part of what you are paying for indirectly through the tour’s included lunch and guided experience.

Zipline Cusco: four cables, from “easy start” to bird-like flight

Zipline is the big adrenaline closer, and this one is designed to fit people who are new to heights. The tour describes the zipline as having shallow depth, and it emphasizes safety first. It is also listed as suitable for all ages, with children as young as 6 mentioned, as long as the safety rules are followed.

You also get the right equipment: helmets and gloves for the zipline activity, and you do it with the tour’s safety procedures in place.

What makes this zipline plan feel better than random “one line and done” is that it is staged:

• First cable: 200 meters
• Second cable: 210 meters
• Third cable: 900 meters, where they suggest changing your position to experience a sensation like flying like a bird
• Fourth cable: 850 meters, which invites you to try an inverted position for an extra push of adrenaline

You should think of this as confidence-building. The earlier cables help your body get comfortable with the harness, the motion, and the height. By the time you get to the longer cables, you are not starting from zero.

The zipline segment runs about 2 hours, and entrance is listed as included for this activity.

Included meals, water, and the craft market you will actually use

A full day tour is often judged by how it handles food and hydration, and this one includes:

• Local lunch
• Unlimited water
• A snack

The tour also lists a craft market visit as part of the included experience. This matters because you are already out in the Sacred Valley. Having time built into the day for a market stop means you are not just grabbing food somewhere and running.

If you are the type who likes to sit down, eat something local, and then reset before zipline, this tour fits your style. If you are the type who needs constant movement, the lunch stop might feel like a pause, but it is usually worth it after ATV riding.

Price and logistics: what $199 really covers, and what it does not

At $199 per person, you are paying for a day that combines ATV riding, Moray, Maras, Laguna de Huaypo, and zipline. That is not cheap for a single attraction, but the included package helps justify it because you get:

• Professional guide trained for this kind of day
• Comfortable tourist transportation
• Personal ATVs and helmets
• First aid kit and oxygen
• Zipline (helmets and gloves)
• Lunch, unlimited water, and snacks
• Craft market visit

What is not included matters:

• Insurance
• Entrance fees: the tour specifically notes entrance tickets including BTP, plus tickets for salt mines and the lake, listed as PEN 100 per person
• Tips

So the real budgeting move is to treat $199 as your tour base cost, then plan extra for the entrance fees mentioned in the itinerary. If you want to avoid surprises, ask your guide or double-check what you need to pay on the day for the BTP and the specific sites.

Who this tour fits best, and who should slow down

This is a great fit if you want a small group day with guided ATV instruction, plus a zipline that is paced for newcomers. It also works well if you like having a mix of stops: an Inca site with scientific agriculture context at Moray, then the salt mines for something visually unique, then a high Andean lake, and finally the zipline finish.

It is also ideal for people who appreciate safety support. The tour lists helmets, glove gear for zipline, and a first aid kit with oxygen. That is not a guarantee against anything, but it shows they are planning for reality.

You might think twice if:

• You dislike heights, because even with shallow depth, zipline is still zipline.
• You want ATVs at the salt mines, because the tour clearly states ATVs are not permitted there and you will go by private transport instead.
• You hate paying entrance fees on top of the tour price.

Booking this Cusco ATV and zipline day: should you go?

I would book this tour if you want one full day that combines hands-on driving, iconic Sacred Valley stops, and an ending activity that actually delivers. The small group size and the staged zipline cables are the two details that make it feel more controlled and less chaotic than the “big group adrenaline” style tours.

Go in with two expectations set properly: you will pay additional site entrance fees, and part of the day uses private transport at Maras since ATVs are not allowed there. If you are good with that, you will get a strong mix of adrenaline plus meaningful stops.

FAQ

How long is the Cuatrimotos Cusco ATV and Zipline full day tour?

It runs about 9 hours.

What time does the tour start, and where is the meeting point?

The tour starts at 7:00 am at Pl. San Francisco 162, Cusco 08002, Peru. The activity ends back at the meeting point.

Is hotel pickup included?

Pickup is offered. The tour also notes that if you start in the Sacred Valley of the Incas in Urubamba, or depending on your hotel location, extra charges may apply.

Is zipline included in the price?

Yes. Zipline is included, and the tour provides helmets and gloves for this activity.

Are entrance fees included for Moray, the salt mines, and Laguna de Huaypo?

No. Entrance fees are not included. The tour notes PEN 100 per person for entrance tickets for the salt mines and the lake, and it also mentions BTP entrance.

What’s included for the ATV portion?

The tour includes personal ATVs and helmets, plus an ATV instructor experience and guidance as part of learning how to ride.

What food and drinks do I get during the day?

The tour includes local lunch, unlimited water, and a snack.