About this experience
Witness the stunning Quelcaya Glacier on this full-day adventure from Cusco. This private tour offers you the chance to explore the majestic ice cap and enjoy the breathtaking scenery. With included breakfast and lunch, you'll refuel during this 12-hour journey. A professional guide will share insider knowledge, ensuring you don’t miss any highlights. This tour is ideal for travelers with moderate physical fitness and provides a unique opportunity to experience the natural beauty of Peru's highlands.
- Full-day private tour to Quelcaya Glacier from Cusco
- Enjoy breakfast and lunch included in the tour package
- Professional guide offering insights and assistance throughout
- Moderate physical fitness level required for this adventure
At a glance
- Duration: 12 hr
Plan your experience
Set aside 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
- Profesional Guide
- Lunch
- Breakfast
- Transportation
Not included
- Entrance
Itinerary and highlights
We will pick you up from your hotel (preferably within the historic center) at a specified time, and we will head towards Phinaya for a journey of approximately 5 hours, reaching an altitude of 4,700 meters above sea level, passing through high-altitude landscapes.
In this community, we will receive nutritious breakfast, with a 1-hour break. After breakfast, we will travel for approximately 45 minutes by vehicle to reach the foothills of the Quelcaya Glacier. From there, we will embark on a 30-minute hike to the glacier. Along the way, you will be able to observe lagoons, streams, vicunas, and the imposing mountains of the Vilcanota mountain range. (Please note that horses are not available.)
We will explore the Glacier's surroundings for 50 minutes, reaching an altitude of over 5,600 meters above sea level. You will have time to take photographs and contemplate this impressive natural environment
After the glacier visit, we will return to the community of Phinaya for a delicious local lunch. Afterwards, we will begin your return journey to Cusco, making a special stop at the magical Sibinacocha Lagoon so you can enjoy the view of this beautiful place and make any purchases you wish.
At approximately 4:00 pm we will begin your return trip to the city of Cusco.
The tour will end with your arrival in Cusco at approximately 9:00 pm, dropping you off one block from the Plaza de Armas for your convenience.
Meeting and pickup information
- The guide will contact you via the WhatsApp number you provided in your booking 5 minutes before your pickup. Your guide will also be wearing a Chullos Travel agency jacket.
Languages and tickets
- English — Guide
- Spanish — Guide
- Mobile Only
Tour operator
- SALKANTAY & HUMANTAY EXPEDICIONES
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
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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