7 Ausangate Lagoons Tour 1 day
The 7 Lakes of Ausangate 1-Day Tour is an unforgettable experience at the foot of the Ausangate Snow Mountain — an incredible hike where you will have the opportunity to explore stunning turquoise and emerald-colored lakes, surrounded by the majestic Vilcanota Mountain Range. During the journey, you’ll be amazed by the proximity of the imposing Ausangate and Ayangate mountains, considered sacred by the Andean communities.
In addition to enjoying the spectacular landscapes, you’ll be able to relax in natural hot springs while admiring the beauty of the surroundings and immersing yourself in the local culture. This tour is a perfect experience for lovers of trekking, photography, and nature.
Highlights
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Pickup from your Cusco hotel between 4:30 a.m. and 5:00 a.m.
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Breakfast in Pacchanta.
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Gradual uphill hike to adapt to the altitude.
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Visit to 7 lakes: Azulcocha, Otorongo, Pucacocha, Alqacocha, Q’omercocha, Orqo Otorongo, and China Otorongo.
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Observation of Andean wildlife (alpacas, llamas, vizcachas, and high-Andean birds).
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Traditional lunch in Pacchanta.
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Relaxation in the hot springs.
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Return to Cusco at approximately 7:30 p.m.
🌍 Travel Itinerary
- Day 1:Tour 7 Ausangate Lagoons 1 day
- We will begin our tour by picking you up from your hotel in Cusco between 4:30 a.m. and 5:00 a.m., then start a trip in tourist transportation for approximately 3 hours until we reach the town of Pacchanta.
- Upon arrival, we will enjoy a comforting breakfast before starting our hike. The route will be a gradual ascent, allowing for progressive adaptation to the altitude as we head toward the first lake. Along the way, we will visit seven stunning lakes, each with vibrant shades ranging from deep blue to turquoise and emerald green. Many of them are large and reflect the surrounding landscape like natural mirrors.
- The lakes we will explore include: Azulcocha, Otorongo, Pucacocha, Alqacocha, Q’omercocha, Orqo Otorongo, and China Otorongo. During the journey, we will also have the opportunity to observe Andean wildlife such as high-Andean birds, alpacas, llamas, and vizcachas in their natural habitat.
- After completing the hike, we will return to Pacchanta, where a nutritious lunch made with local ingredients awaits us. Then, we’ll enjoy a well-deserved rest in the Hot Springs, where we can relax for about 45 minutes while admiring the majestic Andes landscape.
- Finally, we’ll begin our return trip to Cusco, arriving in the city at approximately 7:30 p.m., concluding an unforgettable day in nature.
Includes
- Pickup from your hotel in Cusco
- Round-trip tourist transportation
- Energizing breakfast in Pacchanta
- Traditional lunch after the hike
- Entrance to the 7 Lakes
- Professional bilingual guide (English – Spanish)
- First aid kit for any emergency
- Oxygen tank available during the tour
Not included
- Entrance to the Hot Springs S/ 5.00
- Horse rental
- Dinner
Recommendations
- Water bottle
- Snacks or dried fruit
- Trekking shoes
- Bring a hat
- Personal medication
- Sunscreen
- Sunglasses
- Poncho or waterproof clothing for rain
- Comfortable clothing for hiking
- Small backpack
Frequently Asked Questions
Pick up from the hotel in Cusco is between 4:30 a.m. and 5:00 a.m., and the return to the city is approximately 7:30 p.m.
The tour includes the Azulcocha, Otorongo, Pucacocha, Alqacocha, Q'omercocha, Orqo Otorongo and China Otorongo lagoons.
Yes, breakfast is offered in Pacchanta before the hike, a typical lunch after the hike and 45 minutes of rest in the hot springs.
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