Ausangate 7 Lakes – Full Day
Pacchanta – Ausangate, Cusco, Peru
Full-day trekking, nature, and Andean culture excursion
Approx. 8 km (round trip, depending on the route between lakes)
Travelers interested in nature, high-altitude trekking, Andean landscape photography, and Andean spirituality
Moderate – High (high-altitude trail with inclines)
Average altitude: 4,300–4,600 m a.s.l. – Requires good acclimatization and physical condition
Detailed Itinerary
- 04:30 hrs: Pick-up from your hotel in Cusco and travel by tourist transport to Pacchanta.
- 07:00 hrs: Breakfast in the community of Pacchanta, the starting point of the hike.
- 07:30 hrs: Start the trek to the seven lakes, visiting:
- Laguna Azulcocha
- Laguna Otorongo
- Laguna Alqacocha
- Laguna Pucacocha
- Laguna Patacocha
- Laguna Qomercocha
- Laguna Orco Otorongo
- Along the way, observe rock formations, herds of alpacas, and Mount Ausangate.
- 12:30 hrs: Return to Pacchanta and free time to enjoy the hot springs (optional).
- 13:30 hrs: Local lunch.
- 14:30 hrs: Return to Cusco.
- 18:00 hrs: Arrival at the hotel.
- Round-trip tourist transportation
- Professional bilingual guide
- Breakfast and lunch
- Entrance to the Pacchanta community
What To Bring
- Thermal and waterproof clothing
- Trekking boots
- Water, energy snacks, and sunscreen
- Trekking poles (optional)
- Swimsuit and towel (if you plan to use the hot springs)
- Entrance to the hot springs (optional)
- Horse rental
- Additional snacks and drinks
- Tips
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