7 Lakes Ausangate Tour – Full Day

TRAVEL ITINERARY

7 Lakes of Ausangate • Nature, Adventure and Landscapes

04:30 AM

Pick-up from your hotel in Cusco

We begin the tour with a pick-up direct from your accommodation in the historic center of Cusco. It is of utmost importance to be ready on time within the established window:

Pick-up Window: 04:30 AM to 05:00 AM
Valid if accommodation pick-up option is activated
05:00 AM

Journey to Pacchanta

We will travel in a tourist transport for about 3 hours to the community of Pacchanta, a strategic high-mountain point located at more than 4,200 m a.s.l. (13,779 ft).

08:00 AM

Traditional Andean Breakfast

Enjoy a local breakfast to acclimatize and prepare for the hike. Hot herbal tea and energy-boosting foods are provided.

Valid if the option with meals is selected
08:30 AM

Start of Trekking and 7 Lakes Visit

We begin the trek through landscapes surrounded by towering snow-capped peaks, Andean flora, and alpacas. Along the way, we will visit the stunning lakes: Azulcocha, Otorongo, Pucacocha, Alqacocha, Qomercocha, Orco Otorongo, and Patacocha, all dazzling with their intense colors.

01:00 PM

Pacchanta Hot Springs (Optional)

At the end of the trek, you will have free time to optionally submerge yourself in the medicinal and natural hot springs of Pacchanta, featuring a spectacular view of the snow-capped mountains.

01:30 PM

Andean Lunch

We will enjoy a comforting, homemade lunch made with local products, prepared directly by the host community.

Valid if the option with meals is selected
End Tour

Return to Cusco City

After lunch, we will board our transport back to Cusco, enjoying the beautiful rural Andean scenery along the way.

Estimated Arrival Time: 05:30 PM approx.

Includes

  • Pick-up from your hotel in Cusco Only if accommodation pick-up option is selected
  • Air-conditioned tourist transport (unified round-trip).
  • Professional bilingual tour guide (Spanish and English).
  • Traditional Andean Breakfast and Lunch Only if the meals option is selected
  • Official entrance ticket to the 7 Lakes of Ausangate Only if the entrance tickets option is selected
  • First aid kit.

Does Not Include

  • Meals and drinks not mentioned in the program.
  • Horse rentals for riding or carrying gear.
  • Personal expenses of a strictly private nature.
  • Voluntary tips based on your satisfaction with the service.

🎒 We Recommend Bringing

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    Comfortable trekking shoes or hiking boots
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    High-protection sunscreen
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    Light daypack to carry your daily belongings
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    Suitable clothing for the cold and a rain poncho (variable weather)
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    Mosquito repellent
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    Cash in Peruvian Soles (PEN) for your purchases and personal expenses
Alternative Meeting Point

Meeting Time: 04:30 AM

Plaza de Armas (Banco de Crédito ATM) Corner of Plateros and Espaderos streets. Valid if your hotel is outside the central pick-up area.

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Hotel Pick-up

Waiting Window: 04:30 AM — 05:00 AM

Please wait patiently in the lobby of your hotel within the indicated timeframe. When our staff arrives at the door of your accommodation, they will call you directly via WhatsApp or come into the reception to find you.

* Note: Since this is a high-mountain tour that departs very early, we kindly request punctuality to prevent delays in the itinerary and make the most of the natural daylight along the route.

✨ Limited availability. Book your experience with official local operators

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