Cus-14 : Ausangate’s Hike – Seven Glacial Lakes – Full Day
Why we love it?
The Ausangate's Hike – Seven Glacial Lakes tour in Cusco, Peru, offers an immersive full-day trekking experience through stunning Andean landscapes. Lasting 14 hours, it is designed for outdoor enthusiasts and nature lovers, providing a chance to explore the breathtaking beauty of seven glacial lakes nestled in the Ausangate region. Participants will benefit from the expertise of an English/Spanish-speaking guide, ensuring a rich understanding of the area's ecology and culture. The tour includes round-trip transportation from Cusco, breakfast, and concludes near the main square, making it a convenient option for those looking to experience the natural wonders of Peru in a single day.
Inclusions
- Pick up from your accommodation in Cusco
- Drop off near the main square
- English/Spanish-speaking professional guide
- Round trip transportation
- Breakfast
- Lunch (vegetarian option available)
- Oxygen tank
- First aid kit
Exclusions
- Entrance fee to the hot springs (around 5 soles per person)
- Entrance fee to the site in Tinki (20 soles per person)
Itinerary
ITINERARY
We will begin our exciting tour to the 7 Ausangate Lagoons with pickup from your hotel in the city of Cusco starting at 5am.
- We will head towards the beautiful community of Pacchanta, during a trip of approximately six hours, in which we will have the opportunity to appreciate the impressive flora and fauna of the high Andean landscapes.
- Once in Pacchanta, we will enjoy a nutritious breakfast typical of the region. We will have a short break during which our guide will give us detailed information about the adventure that is about to begin.
- After breakfast, we will continue with our walking tour of the 7 Ausangate Lagoons. The route covers approximately 7.5 km and will take us around five hours to explore. During this time, we will visit the Azulqocha, Orco Otorongo, China Otorongo, Puqacocha, Alqacocha, Qomercocha and Patacocha lagoons, and we will marvel at the view of the majestic mountains such as Ausangate, Mariposa, Jampa, Pucapunta, Caracol and Tinke.
- Along the way, we will have the opportunity to observe native birds, alpacas, llamas, vizcachas and, with a little luck, the majestic Andean condor.
- At the end of the lagoon circuit, we will return to Pacchanta where we will enjoy a delicious local lunch. Afterwards, we will relax in the community's medicinal hot springs, recovering and recharging energy after a day of incredible discoveries in the Andes.
We will then make our way back to Cusco
Please Note
- Reservations can be made until 6:00 PM the day before departure. If you wish to make a reservation after this deadline, please contact us to confirm availability. Agency's opening hours on the contact page.-----------At least 02 passengers required for departure. If you're traveling alone, please inquire about the possibility of joining an existing group or private tour.
Cancellation Policy
Fully refundable until 3 days before start
Non-refundable after 3 days before start
