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1-Day Tour

7 Lakes of Ausangate

A private full-day tour to the foot of the snow-capped Ausangate: you hike about 5 hours past seven glacial lakes and finish at the Pacchanta hot springs. Suited to travelers in good physical condition.

About 4:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m.Private tour5-hour hikePacchanta hot springs
DurationAbout 4:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m.
FormatPrivate (price per person for a group of 2)
PickupYour hotel in Cusco
Hike5 hours past the 7 lakes

Highlights

What you’ll experience

  • Mount AusangateYou hike with views of the highest peaks in the region: Ausangate, Mariposa, Pucapunta, and more.
  • Seven lakesOtorongo Macho and Hembra, Puka Cocha, Alka Cocha, Q'omer Cocha, Azul Cocha, and Pata Cocha.
  • Hot springsAt the end of the hike you relax in the Pacchanta hot springs.
  • Breakfast in PacchantaYou have breakfast before you start walking.

Itinerary

Day by day

Pickup is at 4:00 a.m., and the hike takes about 5 hours at high altitude.

Day1

7 Lakes of Ausangate

Breakfast

At 4:00 a.m. we pick you up from your hotel, and you travel about 3 hours to the village of Tinki, where you can buy anything you need for the day. Then you continue 45 minutes to Pacchanta, where you have a hearty breakfast before walking.

From Pacchanta the hike of about 5 hours begins, past the Otorongo Macho, Otorongo Hembra, Puka Cocha, Alka Cocha, Q'omer Cocha, Azul Cocha, and Pata Cocha lakes, with views of peaks such as Ausangate, Mariposa, Pucapunta, Caracol, Jampa, Tinki, and Qayangate. When you return to Pacchanta, you can relax in its hot springs. The tour ends in Cusco around 6:00 p.m.

✓Included

  • Private transport from your hotel in Cusco and back.
  • Breakfast in Pacchanta.

✕Not included

  • Meals and drinks not mentioned.
  • Tips.
  • Personal expenses.

Frequently asked questions

About 7 Lakes of Ausangate

How demanding is it?+

The hike takes about 5 hours at high altitude, at the foot of Ausangate. Good physical condition is recommended.

How long is the tour?+

About 15 hours: we pick you up at 4:00 a.m., and you return to Cusco around 6:00 p.m.

Can I bathe in the hot springs?+

Yes, after the hike you return to Pacchanta, where you have the chance to enjoy its hot springs.

Is it private or a group tour?+

It is a private tour: you travel only with your own group. The published price is per person for a group of 2; please check the rate for larger groups.

Are entrance tickets included?+

Please ask when you book, and we will confirm which entrance fees are included in your tour.

What is the cancellation policy?+

A refund of 70% is given with 45 days or more notice; 50% between 30 and 44 days; with fewer than 30 days or if you do not show up, there is no refund.

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