Ausangate 7 lakes day hike

Embark on the breathtaking Ausangate 7 Lagoons Tour and discover the most spectacular landscapes of the Andes. Explore vibrantly colored lagoons, marvel at the majesty of the snow-capped Ausangate and immerse yourself in the local culture. Book now and live an unforgettable adventure in the Peruvian wilderness!

Start

Cusco

End

Cusco

Duration

04D/03N

Languages

English, Spanish

Physical capacity

Cancellation

Cannot be cancelled

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Overview

The Ausangate 7 Lagoons Tour is an unforgettable one-day experience that takes hikers through the most spectacular landscapes of the Peruvian Andes. This tour offers the opportunity to explore beautiful lagoons of vibrant colors, enjoy breathtaking views of the snow-capped Ausangate and immerse yourself in the rich local culture.

Departure from Cusco: The tour begins early in the morning with a transfer from Cusco to the community of Pacchanta, the starting point of the tour.
Hike to the 7 lakes: From Pacchanta, the hike begins, which will take hikers through stunning mountain scenery, visiting seven vibrantly colored lagoons, each with its own charm and beauty.
Views of Ausangate: Along the way, panoramic views of the majestic Ausangate, one of the highest and most sacred peaks in Peru, will be appreciated.
Pacchanta Hot Springs: After the hike, return to Pacchanta to relax in the natural hot springs, enjoying a well-deserved rest surrounded by spectacular scenery.
Return to Cusco: Transportation back to Cusco, arriving in the afternoon.

Places you will visit

The best of 7 Lakes of Ausangate

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Lagoons of vibrant colors: Explore seven lagoons, each with its own unique colors and characteristics.
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Views of Ausangate: Enjoy breathtaking views of Ausangate, one of the highest peaks in the Andes.
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Local culture: Interaction with local communities and opportunity to learn about their way of life.
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Hot springs: Relax in the hot springs of Pacchanta after the hike, a perfect end to the day.

Full Itinerary

Day 1 Cusco – Pacchanta – 7 Lakes– Cusco.

Cusco – Pacchanta – 7 Lagunas – Cusco. Pick up at your hotel at 3 a.m., followed by a drive to our destination in the community of “Pacchanta”, which is located in the vicinity of the snow-capped “Ausangate”, located at 4200 meters above sea level.

There, we will enjoy breakfast before starting our trek with a gradual ascent through the Andes mountain range to explore the “enchanting 7 Ausangate Lakes”. Initially, we will walk approximately 6 km to reach the first lagoon (approximately 1 hour and 30 minutes). Then, we will continue this exciting adventure by visiting other lagoons, which will involve a total hike of approximately 10 km (about 5 hours of walking).

Afterwards, we will return to the community of “Pacchanta” to enjoy the hot springs and lunch. Finally, we will return to Cusco after this wonderful experience.

PLACES WE WILL VISIT

Azulcocha Lagoon
Pucacocha Lagoon
Alqacocha Lagoon
Q’omercocha Lagoon
Orco Otorongo Lagoon
Laguna China Otorongo
Singrenacocha Lagoon

Included

Not Included

Packing List

Money

Personal Documents

Sunscreen

Hat

Water

Camera

Sunglasses

Shirt

How to book Ausangate 7 Lakes day hike

To RESERVE your place in theAusangate 7 Lakes day hike with MACHU PICCHU ANDEAN, follow these simple steps:

Click on the “BOOK NOW” button: and our booking application will open.
Select your departure date: Choose the day that best suits your schedule for the Ausangate 7 Lakes day hike.
Provide Personal Information: Fill in the necessary information for each participant, making sure the information is accurate and complete.
Payment: The final step is to make your payment. You can pay conveniently using your credit or debit card.

Once we have confirmed your reservation, we will send you a confirmation to make sure everything is well organized. Rest assured that all assigned start dates are guaranteed.