Trekking to the Ausangate 7 Lakes Hikes:A Complete Guide for a Unique Adventure
If you are a hiking lover and want to explore the majesty of the Peruvian Andes, the Ausangate 7 Lakes Hike is the ideal option for you. This tour will allow you to discover breathtaking natural landscapes, snow-capped mountains, and the vibrant lagoons formed by glaciers.
Why Choose the 7 Ausangate Lakes Trek?
This trek, accessible to all levels of hikers, is perfect if you have little time in Cusco but want to live a unique experience in nature. In just one day, you can enjoy the beauty of the Ausangate mountain range and its surroundings, visiting the famous 7 lagoons.
Unforgettable experience in the Ausangate Cordillera
During the trek, you will enjoy panoramic views of the snow-capped peaks of Ausangate, one of the highest peaks in the Andes. The crystal clear waters of the lagoons reflect the vibrant colors of the landscape, creating a visual experience you will not forget.
Details of the 1 Day Ausangate 7 Lagoons Trekking Tour:
Departure time: 4:30 AM from Cusco
Return time: 18:30 PM in Cusco
Duration: 1 full day trekking
Difficulty level: Moderate
Starting point: Pacchanta, Cusco
This trek is ideal for those who want to make the most of their time in Cusco without missing out on the beauty of the Ausangatemountain range.
Embark on a high-altitude hiking adventure to the Ausangate region, where you’ll encounter seven mesmerizing glacial lakes.
The collection of lagoons comprising this tourist attraction is fed by the melting snow of the immense Ausangate, the highest peak in Cusco (with its summit reaching 6,384 meters above sea level). The local communities decided to harness the natural beauty of the area by creating a Circuit of 7 Lakes Ausangate Trek: Pucacocha Lagoon, Patacocha Lagoon, Alqacocha Lagoon, Qomercocha Lagoon, Otorongo Orco Lagoon, Otorongo Chinese Lagoon, and Cocha Blue Lagoon.
Traverse the rugged terrain of this stunning landscape, witness vibrant alpine ecosystems, and marvel at the crystalline lakes nestled among the peaks.
This expedition offers a challenging yet rewarding exploration of nature’s wonders.
The 7 Lakes of Ausangate full Day is an new amazing day trip from Cusco.
On this trip, you will visit seven lakes with different beautiful colors like green, turquoise, and bright blue, in addition to spectacular mountains part of the Vilcanota range such as Ausagante and Ayancate.
After the trek, you can also enjoy a relaxing moment in the thermal baths, with a stunning view on the Ausangate.
This tour is ideal for those who want to make the most of their time in Cusco without missing the beauty of the Ausangate mountain range.
Relax in the Pacchanta Hot Springs
At the end of your hike, you can enjoy a well-deserved rest in the hot springs of Pacchanta, where you can relax while appreciating the surrounding landscape.
Why Choose Tunqui Expeditions for Your Ausangate Adventure?
With Tunqui Expeditions, a local company in Cusco, you will enjoy a personalized, safe and expertly guided experience in the area. Tunqui Expeditions’ team of guides will make sure that you live an unforgettable adventure and that you make the most of every moment of this dream trek.
Book Your Trek to the 7 Ausangate Lakes Today!
Don’t miss the opportunity to explore one of the most impressive routes in the Andes. If you are looking for a trekking adventure in Cusco, the 7 Ausangate Lakes Trek is an experience you can’t miss.
Itinerary
1
Day
Cusco – Pacchanta Community – 7 Lakes Ausangate
This is a unique experience for an adventurer, enjoy nature in its state of creation, how the earth was created. We will pass through one of the best known mountain ranges of Cusco (AUSANGATE).
We will have a 5 – 6 hour walk visiting the 7 lagoons of Ausangate Azulcocha, Otorongo, Pucacocha, Alqacocha and Q’omercocha, we will also be able to appreciate the Ausangate Mountain Range, we will also see birds, alpacas, llamas, many vizcachas, After making a circuit we will return to Pacchanta to enjoy the hot springs.
Cusco to Pacchanta Community 3 hours drive
We will head towards the beautiful community of Pacchanta, during a trip of approximately 3 hours, in which we will have the opportunity to appreciate the impressive flora and fauna of the high Andean landscapes.
Once in Pacchanta, we will enjoy a nutritious breakfast typical of the region. We will have a short break during which our guide will give us detailed information about the adventure that is about to begin.
Ausangate 7 Lakes Trek
After breakfast, we will continue with our walking tour of the 7 Ausangate Lagoons. The route covers approximately 7.5 km and will take us around five hours to explore.
During this time, we will visit the Azulqocha, Orco Otorongo, China Otorongo, Puqacocha, Alqacocha, Qomercocha and Patacocha lagoons, and we will marvel at the view of the majestic mountains such as Ausangate, Mariposa, Jampa, Pucapunta, Caracol and Tinke.
Along the way, we will have the opportunity to observe native birds, alpacas, llamas, vizcachas and, with a little luck, the majestic Andean condor.
At the end of the lagoon circuit, we will return to Pacchanta where we will enjoy a delicious local lunch.
Afterwards, we will relax in the community’s medicinal hot springs, recovering and recharging energy after a day of incredible discoveries in the Andes. We will then make our way back to Cusco
What’s Included & Not Included Ausangate 7 Lakes Hike
At Tunqui Expeditions, we specify the included and non-included services under all the tour itineraries listed on our website. We take care of all the logistics, but please pay attention to the details to avoid missing anything. Some items may be different for specific programs, so please read carefully before booking with us.
INCLUDES
Pre-departure Briefing in our office or your Hotel
Pick up from your Hotel to Hotel
Tourist transport from Tunqui Expeditions.
Entrance Tickets to the National park Ausangate 7 Lakes
Professional tour guide in English or Spanish.
Breakfast and Local Lunch in Pacchanta
24/7 Customer Service – We have 24 hours a day telephone service.
Medical Kit or First AID Kit – Our guides are trained to deal with basic emergencies.
Walking Sticks (Pair)
Ticket to the hot springs at Pacchanta
A day pack cover to protect their things while hiking, and a rain poncho
Snack and Water and one cloth snack bag
DOES NOT INCLUDE
Dinner
Travel Insurance
Tips for our staff
Additional costs or delays beyond our control
Before you go Ausangate 7 Lakes Hike
We want to make your trip to Peru as memorable and as carefree as possible. In this section, you’ll find the answers to all the questions you have about traveling with Tunqui Expeditions in one place. Please read the following information carefully – it will help you with any questions about our services.
Do you have another question that we haven’t answered here? Write us and we will get back to you as soon as possible!
Can I store my luggage at your office?
Of course
During the trip, your main luggage can be stored at our office (you can organize it with us on the briefing day or by email) or at your hotel, both free of charge.
Any equipment that you won’t need on the trek can be stored safely in your hotel. Nearly every hotel will provide this service. Don’t leave items of value with your bags; put them in the hotel safe and obtain an itemized receipt (in the unlikely case of theft, many insurance companies require that you have a copy of the receipt itemizing everything). It’s best to put items such as credit cards inside a sealed, signed envelope for extra peace of mind.
Pick up of guests
Please note:
All pickups are within Cusco City, but we recommend booking a hotel in the historic center for its convenient location.
Our guide or staff will confirm the pickup time the day before the tour.
Due to traffic conditions, the pickup time may vary between 30 and 45 minutes.
Cusco is an old city and has many narrow cobbled streets. Some hotels and Airbnbs are located on streets without car access or on long, steep slopes, making it difficult to transport luggage. For such reasons, we strongly advise you to book accommodation with good access.
Group Tours
Group tours are made up of different types of people, then physical conditions and ages can vary. By agreeing to be part of a group tour, you also accept that some people may be faster or slower than you. Therefore, each person can go at their own pace on the route.
It may be the case that a group wishes to modify the tour; however, the guide will be the one who decides, after consulting with all the participants, if such modifications are possible.
Strikes and demonstrations
Strikes and demonstrations are common in Peru, and this may interrupt some of our tours. Roads can be blocked, and train tracks can be taken over. However, we will try to keep your trip as originally planned, even if it means leaving the night before the scheduled date.
Under these circumstances, tours may also be canceled. In case of changes or cancellations, everything will be coordinated with you by our operations department. Your safety is our highest priority, and our decisions will be made to protect it.
Lost objects
Please pay attention to where you leave your things and remember to take everything once you leave our transport, tents or restaurants. You’re the only one responsible for your objects during the tour.
Packing list Ausangate 7 Lakes Hike
Remember to check this list before packing your bags to make sure you don’t forget anything important. Have a nice trip!
Essential
Valid Passport
Extra money (recommended soles)
Personal medication
Water bottle or CamelBak
Sunblock: factor 70 or more
Clothing
Light footwear or sandals
Warm jacket
Waterproof jacket
Raincoat or rain poncho
Sun hat to protect neck and face
Wool hat for the cold
Sunglasses with UV protection
Equipment
Medium trekking backpack (15 – 25 liter)
Recommended
Camera and charger Camera and charger
Price Ausangate 7 Lakes Hike
The ” Ausangate 7 Lakes Hike Full Day” can leave any day of the week, the whole year.
Group Price:US$ 160.00 US$ 90.00 per person
Travel in a small group (02-08 people).
This small-group journey is guaranteed to operate with just two guests. Notice that PayPal charges a fee of 7 %, which we ask the client to cover since it’s due to the use of its service. This tax is just for online deposits.
Price Guarantee
Once your booking has been confirmed, we guarantee the price won’t increase, whatever the circumstances. So please, before booking, ensure you’ve read all our important tour information.
Cancellation Policy
Free cancellation
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
Additional Info
Specialized infant seats are available
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Our tour start and finish in Cusco. People who want to starts in the Sacred Valley must to add extra payment.
Embark on a high-altitude hiking adventure to the Ausangate region, where you’ll encounter seven mesmerizing glacial lakes.
The collection of lagoons comprising this tourist attraction is fed by the melting snow of the immense Ausangate, the highest peak in Cusco (with its summit reaching 6,384 meters above sea level). The local communities decided to harness the natural beauty of the area by creating a Circuit of 7 Lakes Ausangate Trek: Pucacocha Lagoon, Patacocha Lagoon, Alqacocha Lagoon, Qomercocha Lagoon, Otorongo Orco Lagoon, Otorongo Chinese Lagoon, and Cocha Blue Lagoon.
Traverse the rugged terrain of this stunning landscape, witness vibrant alpine ecosystems, and marvel at the crystalline lakes nestled among the peaks.
This expedition offers a challenging yet rewarding exploration of nature’s wonders.
The 7 Lakes of Ausangate full Day is an new amazing day trip from Cusco.
On this trip, you will visit seven lakes with different beautiful colors like green, turquoise, and bright blue, in addition to spectacular mountains part of the Vilcanota range such as Ausagante and Ayancate.
After the trek, you can also enjoy a relaxing moment in the thermal baths, with a stunning view on the Ausangate.
This tour is ideal for those who want to make the most of their time in Cusco without missing the beauty of the Ausangate mountain range.
Relax in the Pacchanta Hot Springs
At the end of your hike, you can enjoy a well-deserved rest in the hot springs of Pacchanta, where you can relax while appreciating the surrounding landscape.
Why Choose Tunqui Expeditions for Your Ausangate Adventure?
With Tunqui Expeditions, a local company in Cusco, you will enjoy a personalized, safe and expertly guided experience in the area. Tunqui Expeditions’ team of guides will make sure that you live an unforgettable adventure and that you make the most of every moment of this dream trek.
Book Your Trek to the 7 Ausangate Lakes Today!
Don’t miss the opportunity to explore one of the most impressive routes in the Andes. If you are looking for a trekking adventure in Cusco, the 7 Ausangate Lakes Trek is an experience you can’t miss.
1 Day
Cusco – Pacchanta Community – 7 Lakes Ausangate
This is a unique experience for an adventurer, enjoy nature in its state of creation, how the earth was created. We will pass through one of the best known mountain ranges of Cusco (AUSANGATE).
We will have a 5 – 6 hour walk visiting the 7 lagoons of Ausangate Azulcocha, Otorongo, Pucacocha, Alqacocha and Q’omercocha, we will also be able to appreciate the Ausangate Mountain Range, we will also see birds, alpacas, llamas, many vizcachas, After making a circuit we will return to Pacchanta to enjoy the hot springs.
Cusco to Pacchanta Community 3 hours drive
We will head towards the beautiful community of Pacchanta, during a trip of approximately 3 hours, in which we will have the opportunity to appreciate the impressive flora and fauna of the high Andean landscapes.
Once in Pacchanta, we will enjoy a nutritious breakfast typical of the region. We will have a short break during which our guide will give us detailed information about the adventure that is about to begin.
Ausangate 7 Lakes Trek
After breakfast, we will continue with our walking tour of the 7 Ausangate Lagoons. The route covers approximately 7.5 km and will take us around five hours to explore.
During this time, we will visit the Azulqocha, Orco Otorongo, China Otorongo, Puqacocha, Alqacocha, Qomercocha and Patacocha lagoons, and we will marvel at the view of the majestic mountains such as Ausangate, Mariposa, Jampa, Pucapunta, Caracol and Tinke.
Along the way, we will have the opportunity to observe native birds, alpacas, llamas, vizcachas and, with a little luck, the majestic Andean condor.
At the end of the lagoon circuit, we will return to Pacchanta where we will enjoy a delicious local lunch.
Afterwards, we will relax in the community’s medicinal hot springs, recovering and recharging energy after a day of incredible discoveries in the Andes. We will then make our way back to Cusco
What’s Included & Not Included Ausangate 7 Lakes Hike
At Tunqui Expeditions, we specify the included and non-included services under all the tour itineraries listed on our website. We take care of all the logistics, but please pay attention to the details to avoid missing anything. Some items may be different for specific programs, so please read carefully before booking with us.
INCLUDES
Pre-departure Briefing in our office or your Hotel
Pick up from your Hotel to Hotel
Tourist transport from Tunqui Expeditions.
Entrance Tickets to the National park Ausangate 7 Lakes
Professional tour guide in English or Spanish.
Breakfast and Local Lunch in Pacchanta
24/7 Customer Service – We have 24 hours a day telephone service.
Medical Kit or First AID Kit – Our guides are trained to deal with basic emergencies.
Walking Sticks (Pair)
Ticket to the hot springs at Pacchanta
A day pack cover to protect their things while hiking, and a rain poncho
Snack and Water and one cloth snack bag
DOES NOT INCLUDE
Dinner
Travel Insurance
Tips for our staff
Additional costs or delays beyond our control
We want to make your trip to Peru as memorable and as carefree as possible. In this section, you’ll find the answers to all the questions you have about traveling with Tunqui Expeditions in one place. Please read the following information carefully – it will help you with any questions about our services.
Do you have another question that we haven’t answered here? Write us and we will get back to you as soon as possible!
Can I store my luggage at your office?
Of course
During the trip, your main luggage can be stored at our office (you can organize it with us on the briefing day or by email) or at your hotel, both free of charge.
Any equipment that you won’t need on the trek can be stored safely in your hotel. Nearly every hotel will provide this service. Don’t leave items of value with your bags; put them in the hotel safe and obtain an itemized receipt (in the unlikely case of theft, many insurance companies require that you have a copy of the receipt itemizing everything). It’s best to put items such as credit cards inside a sealed, signed envelope for extra peace of mind.
Pick up of guests
Please note:
All pickups are within Cusco City, but we recommend booking a hotel in the historic center for its convenient location.
Our guide or staff will confirm the pickup time the day before the tour.
Due to traffic conditions, the pickup time may vary between 30 and 45 minutes.
Cusco is an old city and has many narrow cobbled streets. Some hotels and Airbnbs are located on streets without car access or on long, steep slopes, making it difficult to transport luggage. For such reasons, we strongly advise you to book accommodation with good access.
Group Tours
Group tours are made up of different types of people, then physical conditions and ages can vary. By agreeing to be part of a group tour, you also accept that some people may be faster or slower than you. Therefore, each person can go at their own pace on the route.
It may be the case that a group wishes to modify the tour; however, the guide will be the one who decides, after consulting with all the participants, if such modifications are possible.
Strikes and demonstrations
Strikes and demonstrations are common in Peru, and this may interrupt some of our tours. Roads can be blocked, and train tracks can be taken over. However, we will try to keep your trip as originally planned, even if it means leaving the night before the scheduled date.
Under these circumstances, tours may also be canceled. In case of changes or cancellations, everything will be coordinated with you by our operations department. Your safety is our highest priority, and our decisions will be made to protect it.
Lost objects
Please pay attention to where you leave your things and remember to take everything once you leave our transport, tents or restaurants. You’re the only one responsible for your objects during the tour.
Remember to check this list before packing your bags to make sure you don’t forget anything important. Have a nice trip!
Essential
Valid Passport
Extra money (recommended soles)
Personal medication
Water bottle or CamelBak
Sunblock: factor 70 or more
Clothing
Light footwear or sandals
Warm jacket
Waterproof jacket
Raincoat or rain poncho
Sun hat to protect neck and face
Wool hat for the cold
Sunglasses with UV protection
Equipment
Medium trekking backpack (15 – 25 liter)
Recommended
Camera and charger Camera and charger
The ” Ausangate 7 Lakes Hike Full Day” can leave any day of the week, the whole year.
Group Price:US$ 160.00 US$ 90.00 per person
Travel in a small group (02-08 people).
This small-group journey is guaranteed to operate with just two guests. Notice that PayPal charges a fee of 7 %, which we ask the client to cover since it’s due to the use of its service. This tax is just for online deposits.
Price Guarantee
Once your booking has been confirmed, we guarantee the price won’t increase, whatever the circumstances. So please, before booking, ensure you’ve read all our important tour information.
Cancellation Policy
Free cancellation
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
Additional Info
Specialized infant seats are available
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Our tour start and finish in Cusco. People who want to starts in the Sacred Valley must to add extra payment.
Salkantay 4 days
The Salkantay trek was incredible and the ability to do it in 4 days rather than 5 was perfect for our holiday planning. We were in a small group (just us, our guide, our cook and our horseman). All of our meals, transport and the logistics of park entries were looked after for us. Our guide Miguel was knowledgeable and had done the trek many times in the past.
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Sally B
Ausangate 5-days trekking
We did the 5-day Ausangate trek with Silvio and Dani as our guides, and they were wonderful, kind, attentive, and responsive to our needs. When some members of our group started feeling the effects of the high altitude, they helped adjusting the itinerary, shortening the trek from 5 days to 4 to keep everyone safe and comfortable. The cook was fantastic as well. He accommodated the various dietary restrictions in our group with ease and prepared something different for every meal; we enjoyed each one. Experience highly recommended!!
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Desirée M
Authentic andian experience
Incredible experience, went on Ausengate hike, going along for the 4 day trek. The team took good care, the food was the best part, beautiful landscapes, went through rainbow mountains, red valley, and seven lakes. It was initially planned for 5 days, but the group felt, we are not doing well with the weather and tiredness, and sylvios team adapted to that, and we cut short the hike, but still visiting most of the points.
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Manthan S
Amazing 6-Day Ausangate Trek with Rainbow Mountain
We had an incredible experience with Tunqui Expeditions on the 6-Day Ausangate Trek with Rainbow Mountain. Everything was well organized from start to finish, and the entire team did an excellent job. Our guide, Omar, was outstanding. He was kind, professional, and always ready to help. He made sure everyone was safe, comfortable, and enjoying the trek, while sharing interesting information about the mountains and local culture. His positive attitude and encouragement made the challenging days much more enjoyable. The food throughout the trek was also excellent. We were impressed by the quality, variety, and freshness of the meals, especially considering we were camping at high altitude. The Ausangate landscapes are absolutely breathtaking, and Rainbow Mountain was a fantastic way to end the trek. We highly recommend Tunqui Expeditions to anyone looking for a well-organized trekking company, and if you have Omar as your guide, you're in great hands!
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Przemysław S
Salkantay review
I had a great time with Tunqui expeditions. They were very accommodating and allowed us to change the start date due to illness. On the trek itself our guide Noé was insightful and very understanding of our pace, our cook Juvenal was great and our muleteer Alfredo was lovely.
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Dhruv V
Ruta de Ausangate
Hicimos el circuito de Ausangate de 4 días con Tunqui y fue una experiencia increíble! Estaba todo muy bien organizado, aunque la ruta puede ser algo dura ellos se encargan de hacerlo lo más cómodo posible. Especialmente agradecidos a nuestro guía Uber, que además de conocer bien el terreno estaba siempre atento a nuestras necesidades y a hacer el camino ameno. Y para completar el equipo Augusto el cocinero hizo unos platos deliciosos y variados todos los días y Pascual el arriero tenía todo controlado para que el campamento estuviera a punto. Volvería a elegir esta compañía para una aventura de este tipo sin duda.
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Irene E
Amazing experience!
Amazing trek with our guide Veronica, chef Thomas and horsemen Pablo. We had a wonderful time. Landscapes were stunning. Thomas prepared the most delicious meals. Tunqui expeditions is an amazing company who gives back to the community. We did the Asanguate and rainbow mountain 3 days trek in the end of June. Temperature were fine in the day when the sun is out but cold at night (-10 at night) and early in the morning so prepare your gear accordingly. Tunqui was well equipped with sleeping bags to handle the cold nights. Thank you so munch Tunqui!
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Dominique C
Perfect family trip
Experienced and very flexible guides , very willing to make changes to the program in line with last minute requests. Whole trip extremely well organized from landing to take off .
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Dirk W
Experiencial sensorial imperdible!
Tuve una experiencia sensorial maravillosa! Mi guía local fue Johan Sikos. Estuvimos haciendo turismo comunitario en el parque de la papa, conociendo las lagunas turquesas increíbles! Con vista a los nevados y la sierra imponente. Johan fue más que un guía, fue un hermano, parcero, amigo. Me habló de su historia y de las comunidades, me enseñó Quechua, su amor por la gastronomía ( gran chef de profesión) estuvimos realizando el ritual gastronómico ancestral de la pachamanca que fue una de las experiencias más hermosas que haya tenido! Una experiencia sensorial inmejorable! Gracias infinitas Johan y q su agencia.
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Juliana G
Inca Trail hike 2 day with hotel
We participated in the short Inca trail. It was an amazing experience breathtaking views, great support. Once in a lifetime trip, would recommend this company for their support! Noe was our guide, he was knowledgeable and pleasant to assist us on our Inca journey!
