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Full-Day Trek To Ausangate 7 Lakes From Cusco

  • Tour Category

    Group Tour

  • Tour Types

    Nature, Trekking, Hot Spring

  • Duration

    1 Day

  • Activity Level

    Medium

  • Language

    English

Description

Hike to Ausangate 7 lakes in this full-day tour that takes place at the foot of the majestic Ausangate snow-capped mountain and enjoy a refreshing dip in the hot springs of Pacchanta. Also, see the lagoons of Azulqocha, Pucacocha, Alqacocha, Otorongo, Q’omercocha and Patacocha.

Highlights
  • Admire the beauty of the Ausangate 7 Lakes
  • Take a refreshing dip in the thermal water of Pacchanta
  • Spot some Lagoons on the way, such as Azulqocha and Patacocha
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    • At 4:30 a.m. pick up passengers from their hotels, to start the trek to Ocongate and reach Tinki (3,780 meters above sea level).
    • From here, take the detour along an unmarked road towards the Community of Pacchanta (4,310 meters above sea level), where a comforting breakfast awaits you to start your walk.
    • Start the Ausangate 7 lakes tour, a walk of 4 hours approx. Through the circuit of the Ausangate 7 lakes, on the Route, we will visit the lagoons of Azulqocha, Pucacocha, Alqacocha, Otorongo, Q’omercocha and Patacocha 4,740 meters above sea level.
    • On the way, you will be able to observe the flora and fauna of the place, such as llamas, Alpacas, and if we are lucky to see them: Vizcachas and the Andean Condor. 
    • Return to the Pacchanta where you will have time to take a dip in the refreshing hot springs, have lunch and recover energy.
    • After a refreshing bath, go back to the bus and begin the return journey to the city of Cusco. Arrival at approx 19:30 hrs.
What's Included
  • Tourist transportation of round trip (private or shared according to the chosen option)
  • Food: Breakfast and menu
  • Bilingual guide (Spanish- English)
  • First aid kit
  • Oxygen balloon
  • Walking sticks and blankets
What's Excluded
  • Entrance ticket to the circuit of Ausangate-7 lakes (S /. 10.00 Soles)
  • Horse if required
  • Entrance to the Pacchanta Thermal Baths (S /. 10.00 Soles)
  • Other passenger expenses
What to bring
  • Bring a small backpack.
  • Wear hats, scarves, gloves, sweaters.
  • Bring an extra change of clothes in case it rains.
  • Bring a rain poncho, sunblock, sunglasses and hat.
  • Bathing clothes in case you wish to enter the thermal baths.
  • Carry snacks that provide calories and energy.
Know before you go
  • Not recommended for people suffering from respiratory illness.
Meeting Point

Plaza de Armas, Cusco, Perú

Cancellation Policy

For cancellations upto 2 days before the tour -

Refund of 80% of the tour price.
Price Details
Standard
1 To 4 USD 40 Per Person

This is a group tour

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USD 40 / person