About this experience
Explore the stunning 7 lagoons of Ausangate, surrounded by the majestic sacred Apus mountains. This guided hike allows you to appreciate vibrant flora and fauna as you trek through breathtaking landscapes, visiting lagoons like Azulcocha, Otorongo, and Q'omercocha. Enjoy a hearty breakfast in Pacchanta before embarking on a 5-hour round trip hike. Afterward, relax in the soothing thermal waters of the Pacchanta community. Ideal for nature lovers and adventure seekers, this tour promises unforgettable scenery and a chance to unwind after your hike.
- Visit the colorful lagoons: blue, turquoise, and green
- 5-hour guided hike through diverse landscapes and wildlife
- Relax in thermal hot springs after your trek
- Convenient hotel pick-up and return to Cusco included
At a glance
- Duration: 11 hr–12 hr
- Private experience
Plan your experience
Set aside 11 hr–12 hr for the experience itself, with additional time to reach your meeting or pickup point.
Before you go
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
What is included
- Lunch
- Breakfast
Not included
- USD 6.00
Itinerary and highlights
We will pick you up from your hotel in Cusco between 4:30 a.m. and 5:00 a.m. Then we will travel by tourist transport for approximately 3 hours to the town of Pacchanta. Here we will have breakfast and begin the hike, ascending little by little until we reach the first lagoon, and so on to the subsequent ones. The hike lasts 5 hours round trip. During the journey we will visit the lagoons of different colors characterized by their blue, turquoise and green colors. Also, some of them are large and look like natural mirrors. The lagoons to visit are: Azulcocha, Otorongo, Pucacocha, Alqacocha, Q'omercocha, Orqo Otorongo and China Otorongo. On the way, we will also see Andean birds, alpacas, llamas, and vizcachas. After that, we will return to Pacchanta. Where we will enjoy a delicious lunch, then we will relax in the Hot Springs for 45 minutes. After the hot springs we will return to the city of Cusco, arriving in Cusco at approximately 7:30 p.m.
Meeting and pickup information
- Your guide and driver will pick you up from your Accommodation or Airbnb.
Languages and tickets
- English — Guide
- Spanish — Guide
- Mobile Only
Tour operator
- Kontiki Hikes
Accessibility and practical details
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Cancellation policy
All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.
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