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7 Lakes of Ausangate Trek

The 7 Lakes of Ausangate Trek is one of the best options for travelers short on time who want to have a captivating and adventure filled experience, all in the span of a day’s hike.

This trek will take you to the enchanting snow-capped Mountain of Ausangate which, lying at an elevation of 6,384 m / 20,945 ft. above sea level, is listed as Cusco’s highest mountain. Here, you’ll be able to drink up immaculate views of the 7 lakes of Ausangate with their pristine pools of azure and turquoise conquering your gaze.

You’ll also get to feast your eyes on wildlife like llamas, alpacas, eagles, geese and condors, endemic to the region, frolicking along the trail.

7 Lakes of Ausangate Trek

1 day
From: $160 $144 Per Person
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7 Lakes of Ausangate Trek

Tour Info

Destination:Ausangate
Duration: 1 day
Difficulty: Moderate
Total Distance:15 km / 9.3 miles
Group Size: 2 – 8 Persons
Price:$160.00p/p$144.00p/p
Price Includes:
  • All transportation provided including pick up and drop off at your hotel
  • Professional guides
  • Hearty and wholesome meals to fuel you on your hiking tours (Vegetarian, Vegan, and Gluten-free meals available)
  • Entrance fee to Ausangate
  • Water
  • Snacks
  • Walking sticks
  • First aid kit and oxygen tank
Not Included:
  • Horse riding (optional)

Itinerary

Day 1: Pacchanta, Ausangate

After a 4:30 am pickup from your hotel and a 3 hour drive passing by Tinke village we’ll reach Pacchanta where you’ll be greeted with a scrumptious breakfast made by our local chef using only the freshest ingredients that Peru has to offer.

Fueled with a delicious meal, we’ll start the day’s trek with a 5 hour hike towards Ausangate’s 7 beautiful lakes which include Lake Azulcocha, Otorongo, Pucacocha, Alqacocha and Q’omercocha. These crystal clear lakes are not the only stunning sites you’ll see. You’ll also get to lay your eyes on the serene and spectacular snow-capped mountains that envelop the region, as well as the magnificent flora and fauna that dot the trail to your destination.

After soaking up the sweeping vistas that Ausangate’s 7 glacial lakes have to offer, we’ll head back to Pacchanta where a delicious buffet lunch prepared by our local chef awaits your arrival.

After lunch, you can take a dip in the hot springs of Pacchanta, the waters of which are touted as possessing powerful healing properties. Relax and rejuvenate your mind, body and soul as you soak up the calming and tranquil ambience that the hot springs of Pacchanta have to offer.

We’ll then head back to Cusco where you’ll be safely dropped off at your hotel.

- Difficulty:Moderate
- Distance:15 km / 9.3 miles
- Altitude:4,300 m / 14,107 ft. above sea level
- 4,850 m / 15,912 ft. above sea level
- Time:13 hours
- Weather:Warm and cold
- Meals:Breakfast / Lunch

Packing List

Day Pack

  • Backpack for hiking (25L to 30L)
  • Water (we provide water with every meal)
  • Sun hat
  • Warm down jacket
  • Waterproof gloves
  • Waterproof jacket / rain poncho
  • Fleece
  • Camera
  • Music (phone)
  • Hand sanitizer
  • Toilet paper and small plastic bag for waste
  • Earplugs

Footwear

  • Sturdy hiking boots (waterproof, lightweight, broken-in with aggressive tread)
  • Flip flops

Travel Accessories

  • Bottle of water
  • Toilet paper
  • Sunglasses and retainer strap
  • Sunblock and lip balm
  • Personal first aid kit

Extra Money For

  • Drinks
  • Tip or gratitude
  • Souvenirs

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