Discover one of the most breathtaking landscapes in the Peruvian Andes with the Ausangate 7 Lakes Tour, an experience designed for travelers seeking adventure, nature, and unique scenery away from the traditional tourist routes. At the foot of the majestic Ausangate Snow-Capped Mountain (6,384 m), considered a sacred mountain by Andean communities, you will trek a spectacular circuit of glacial lakes in intense shades of turquoise, emerald, deep blue, and crystal clear, surrounded by snow-capped peaks, vast highland plains, and high-Andean wildlife. This tour is an excellent alternative for those who want to experience trekking in Cusco and discover one of Peru's best-kept secrets.
The Ausangate 7 Lakes Tour is an ideal experience for travelers from Europe, the United States, and Canada who want to connect with nature and discover an authentic, sustainable, and uncrowded destination. Along the route, you will share the trail with alpacas and llamas in their natural habitat, enjoy incomparable panoramic views, and, at the end of the hike, optionally relax in the Pacchanta hot springs while admiring the imposing Ausangate. If you are looking for an unforgettable hiking experience in Peru, combining adventure, Andean culture, and world-class scenery, this tour is one of the best options to include in your trip to Cusco.
The adventure begins with passenger pickup between 04:00 a.m. and 04:30 a.m. from your hotels in Cusco, heading toward the community of Pacchanta (4,200 m a.s.l.), where we will enjoy breakfast before starting the hike. Along the route we will explore the impressive lakes Azulcocha (4,610 m), Otorongo Macho (4,620 m), Otorongo Hembra (4,620 m), Pucacocha (4,680 m), Alqacocha (4,750 m), Q'omercocha (4,666 m), and Patacocha (4,860 m), surrounded by the imposing Ausangate Snow-Capped Mountain (6,384 m) and the spectacular scenery of the Vilcanota Mountain Range.
At the end of the hike we will return to Pacchanta, where we will enjoy a traditional Andean lunch and, optionally, you may relax in the hot springs with a privileged view of the Ausangate Snow-Capped Mountain. Afterward we will begin the return trip to Cusco, arriving approximately between 17:00 and 18:00 hours, with drop-off near the Plaza de Armas, culminating an unforgettable trekking experience through one of the most spectacular natural landscapes in the Peruvian Andes.
Meals: Breakfast and lunch | Lodging: Hotel in Cusco not included