Glacial lakes and hot springs at the foot of Apu Ausangate
A high-mountain adventure to the turquoise lakes at the foot of snow-capped Ausangate, with hot springs in Pacchanta.
At the foot of Apu Ausangate, the highest mountain in the Cusco region, lies a circuit of glacial lakes in intense shades of turquoise, green and blue. The 7 Lakes route crosses high Andean plains dotted with llamas and alpacas and ends with a soak in the Pacchanta hot springs.
A high-mountain adventure for fit, acclimatized travelers.
Pickup from your hotel in Cusco.
Drive of approx. 3 h 30 min to the community of Pacchanta, at the foot of snow-capped Ausangate.
Breakfast and preparation for the hike.
Hike of approx. 4 to 5 hours along the circuit of glacial lakes, including Azulcocha, Pucacocha and Comercocha.
Lunch in Pacchanta and time to relax in the hot springs.
Approximate arrival in Cusco. End of services.
High-mountain route: at least 2 days of acclimatization in Cusco and good physical fitness are recommended. Times are approximate and may vary depending on the season, the weather and your hotel pickup time. We recommend arriving in Cusco at least one day early to acclimatize to the altitude.
| No. of travelers | Price per person (USD) |
|---|---|
| Shared service (per person) | USD 43 Best price |
Approximate price per person for shared service. Ask us about group and private service rates.
It's a longer hike (4 to 5 hours), though with gentler slopes. It requires good physical fitness and acclimatization.
Yes, so you can enjoy the Pacchanta hot springs at the end of the hike.
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