Experience our Half Day Maras Moray ATV Tour on a guided 16–17 mile quad bike adventure through the Sacred Valley. Ride across the Andean countryside to Moray before continuing by transportation to the Maras Salt Mines. With daily departures from Cusco and affordable group service, it’s an easy way to combine adventure and Inca heritage in half a day.
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US$38 • Half Day • Shared Group • 16–17 Miles • Daily Departures • Beginners Welcome
What Is the Half Day Maras Moray ATV Tour?
The Half Day Maras Moray ATV Tour is a shared 5.5–6 hour adventure from Cusco combining approximately 16–17 miles of quad bike riding with visits to Moray and the Maras Salt Mines. The tour includes round-trip transportation, professional guide, safety equipment, ATV practice, and daily morning and afternoon departures.
Quick Facts
| Tour Details | Information |
|---|---|
| Tour | Half Day Maras Moray ATV Tour |
| Price | US$38 per person |
| Duration | Approx. 5.5–6 Hours |
| Service | Shared Group |
| ATV Distance | Approx. 16–17 Miles |
| Departure | Cusco |
| Schedules | Morning & Afternoon |
| Main Sites | Moray & Maras Salt Mines |
| Guide | Professional Bilingual Guide |
| Experience | Beginners Welcome |
| Safety Equipment | Helmet & Gloves |
Price
US$38 per person
Shared Group Service • Half-Day Tour
Includes transportation from Cusco, ATV, professional guide, helmet, gloves, safety briefing, practice session, and guided visits.
Morning and afternoon departures available.
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Half Day Maras Moray ATV Tour Highlights
- Ride approximately 16–17 miles through the Sacred Valley countryside.
- Explore the circular Inca terraces of Moray.
- Visit the spectacular Maras Salt Mines.
- Experience scenic dirt trails surrounded by Andean mountains and farmland.
- Choose between morning and afternoon departures.
- Join a guided shared-group experience at an affordable price.
- Receive a complete safety briefing and practice before riding.
- No previous ATV experience required.
- Round-trip transportation from Cusco included.
- Complete the experience in approximately 5.5–6 hours.
Why Choose This Half Day Maras Moray ATV Tour?
If you want to experience the Sacred Valley by ATV without spending an entire day, this tour combines adventure, archaeology, and Andean scenery in a convenient half-day itinerary, the shared-group format keeps the price accessible at US$38 per person, while morning and afternoon departures make the experience easy to fit around other activities in Cusco. You’ll ride approximately 16–17 miles across the countryside, visit Moray with your guide, and then continue by transportation to the Maras Salt Mines.
This tour is especially suitable for travelers looking for a good-value ATV experience from Cusco with straightforward logistics and the two classic destinations of Maras and Moray.
Half Day Maras Moray ATV Tour Itinerary
Hotel Pickup in Cusco
Your experience begins with scheduled pickup from your hotel or designated meeting point in Cusco, then travel approximately 55–60 minutes toward the Maras area in shared transportation while leaving the city behind and entering the landscapes of the Sacred Valley.
ATV Base – Safety Briefing & Practice
Upon arrival at the ATV base, meet your guide and receive your helmet, gloves, driving instructions, and safety briefing. You’ll also complete a short practice session before starting the main route, making the experience suitable for first-time riders.
ATV Ride Through the Sacred Valley
Begin riding across open dirt trails surrounded by agricultural fields, mountain scenery, and highland landscapes, the ATV portion covers approximately 16–17 miles, giving you plenty of time to enjoy riding while traveling toward Moray.
Moray – Inca Agricultural Terraces
Arrive at Moray, park the ATVs, and explore the archaeological site on foot, your guide will introduce you to the remarkable circular terraces and explain their association with agricultural experimentation during the Inca period. After the guided visit, return to the ATV base to continue the experience.
Private/Shared Transport to Maras Salt Mines
After the ATV ride, continue toward the Maras Salt Mines by vehicle. ATVs are prohibited from entering or descending to the Maras Salt Mines, so this section of the journey is completed using tour transportation in accordance with local access regulations.
Maras Salt Mines – Traditional Salt Production
Visit the spectacular mountainside covered by thousands of traditional salt pools supplied by naturally saline water. Your guide explains how the pools work and how local families continue harvesting salt today using traditions maintained across generations.
Return to Cusco
After visiting Maras, board the shared transportation for the return journey to Cusco, completing your half day Sacred Valley ATV adventure.
What’s Included
- Scheduled hotel pickup or meeting point in Cusco
- Round-trip shared transportation
- ATV / quad bike
- Approximately 16–17 miles of ATV riding
- Professional bilingual guide
- Helmet
- Gloves
- Safety briefing
- Practice session
- Guided visit to Moray
- Transportation to Maras Salt Mines
- Guided visit to Maras Salt Mines
Not Included
- Moray entrance ticket
- Maras Salt Mines entrance ticket
- Meals
- Travel insurance
- Optional ATV damage coverage
- Personal expenses
- Gratuities
Is This ATV Tour Suitable for Beginners?
Yes. Previous ATV experience is not required. Before entering the main route, your guide explains how to operate the ATV, reviews the safety procedures, and provides time to practice, the route follows established trails and is operated at a controlled group pace.
What to Bring
- Comfortable clothes
- Closed-toe shoes
- Sunglasses
- Sunscreen
- Light jacket
- Rain protection during the wet season
- Camera or smartphone
- Cash for entrance tickets and personal expenses
Frequently Asked Questions
How long does the Half Day Maras Moray ATV Tour last?
The complete experience lasts approximately 5.5–6 hours, including transportation from Cusco, safety preparation, ATV riding, and visits to Moray and Maras Salt Mines.
How far do we ride the ATVs?
The ATV portion covers approximately 16–17 miles through the Andean countryside around Maras and Moray.
Do I need previous ATV experience?
No. Beginners are welcome. Driving instructions, safety briefing, and practice are provided before the ride.
Is this a private or group ATV tour?
This package operates as a shared group tour with scheduled departure times.
Travelers looking for a private experience can choose our separate Private Maras Moray ATV Tour.
Are there morning and afternoon departures?
Yes. The tour operates with morning and afternoon departures, subject to availability.
Do we ride the ATVs into the Maras Salt Mines?
No. ATVs are prohibited from entering and descending to the Maras Salt Mines. After completing the ATV route, the group continues to the salt mines by tour transportation.
Are entrance tickets included?
No. Entrance tickets for Moray and the Maras Salt Mines are paid separately.
What places do we visit?
The main attractions are Moray and the Maras Salt Mines, together with the Andean countryside and mountain landscapes experienced during the ATV route.
Why Book With a Local Cusco ATV Operator?
Our local team operates ATV routes throughout the Cusco and Sacred Valley region and understands the trails, weather conditions, local access restrictions, and logistics required for a well-organized experience. Every departure includes professional guidance, safety preparation, established riding routes, and coordinated transportation between the ATV area and the Maras Salt Mines, the goal is simple: provide an accessible, safe, and enjoyable half-day ATV experience for travelers who want to explore Maras and Moray without committing to a full day program.
Explore Maras and Moray by ATV
Combine adventure and Inca heritage with our Half Day Maras Moray ATV Tour. Ride approximately 16–17 miles through the Sacred Valley countryside, explore Moray, visit the Maras Salt Mines, and return to Cusco, all in approximately half a day.
US$38 • Shared Group • Morning & Afternoon Departures • Beginners Welcome
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ATVs with Peruvian Poncho
Farmers at Salt Pools
Sunny Moray Terraces
Photo at Maras Salt Mines
Scenic ATV Route

