7 Lakes Ausangate Trek Full Day
A full-day trek from Cusco to the 7 lakes of Ausangate, near Pacchanta: green and turquoise lagoons among glaciers, Quechua communities that keep their traditions alive and natural hot springs at the end of the day. Breakfast and lunch included.
About this Expedition
Pristine Biodiversity
Immersion in primary forest trails and macaw or tapir clay licks with privileged viewing.
Native Guides
Bilingual guides from the native communities of Manu and Tambopata, with spotting scopes and binoculars.
Logistics and Lodges
Private transport and boats, a cook on the trip and nights in rainforest lodges.
Day-by-Day Itinerary
Early Morning: Cusco – Tinki – Pacchanta
We pick you up at your hotel at 5:00 a.m. for a 3-hour drive through the South Valley, with views of Inca farming terraces, traditional villages, valleys and high Andean peaks. Breakfast comes with views of the snow-capped mountains.
Here you can meet local people who still keep traditional Quechua culture alive. Learn about their traditional clothing and the meaning of the different hats the men wear, and ask your guide to teach you a few words of Quechua.
Morning: Hike to the 7 Lakes of Ausangate
We hike for about 1.5 hours, gently uphill, to the first lake. Take your time to enjoy the 360-degree views and explore the lake.
From there the other six lakes are close, and the trail gets easier, mostly downhill or flat. The lakes range from green to turquoise blue, set among glaciers, and there is plenty of time for photos.
Afternoon: Lunch, Hot Springs and Return to Cusco
After lunch, the trip ends with a stop at natural hot springs where you can relax, followed by the 3-hour drive back to Cusco. Arrival time depends on how long the group spends at Ausangate, but we usually drop you at your hotel around 5:30 p.m.
Included & Not Included Services
What this trip includes
- Pickup from your hotel on the morning of the trek
- Transportation Cusco – Pacchanta (trailhead) – Cusco
- Experienced professional guide (English and Spanish)
- Meals: 1 buffet breakfast and 1 semi-buffet lunch (vegetarian option on prior request)
- First aid kit with emergency oxygen
Not included in the price
- Trekking poles
- Tips for the guide and crew
- Rain poncho
- Entrance fee (ask for the current amount when booking)
- The price is for a shared group tour.
- Private tours depart any day with a minimum of 2 travelers.
- For private tour prices, contact us on WhatsApp at +51 972 727 516 or by email at amazontripperu@gmail.com.
Questions about this tour
What time is pickup and when do we get back to Cusco?
We pick you up at your hotel at 5:00 a.m. Arrival depends on how long the group spends at Ausangate, but we usually drop you at your hotel around 5:30 p.m.
How much hiking is involved?
About 1.5 hours gently uphill to the first lake. From there the trail between the other six lakes is mostly downhill or flat.
Which meals are included?
A buffet breakfast and a semi-buffet lunch. A vegetarian option is available if you request it in advance.
Is the entrance fee included?
No. The entrance fee is paid separately; ask for the current amount when booking. Trekking poles and a rain poncho are not included either.
Is this a shared or private tour?
The price is for a shared group tour. Private tours depart any day with a minimum of 2 travelers; contact us for private tour prices.
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