Cusco · AUSANGATE 7 LAGOONS TREKS
The 15 best ausangate 7 lagoons treks tours you can book today, with what each costs, how long it runs and who it suits. Number one is top for a reason; start there.
Leave Cusco before dawn for Pacchanta, hike past seven high-altitude lakes beneath Ausangate, then eat lunch and soak in hot springs. English and Spanish guides such as Kevin, Carlos, and Eduardo help set the pace. Horses can be rented locally if altitude or fatigue becomes too much.
“Amazing tour! Highly recommended, one of the most beautiful views in Peru”
Leave Cusco for Pacchanta and the seven Ausangate lagoons at 4,200 meters. You’ll hike about 10 km, take part in a coca leaf ceremony with a private guide, soak in hot springs, and eat breakfast and lunch. Alex is one guide praised for his calm, polite manner.
“Alex was an excellent guide. Calm, polite, extremely well-educated. The place had spectacular views.”
Trek around Ausangate with a small group of up to 10, crossing passes as high as 5,200 meters, camping beside glacial lakes, soaking in Pacchanta hot springs, and meeting a local family. Guides such as Chino, Guillermo, and Urbano bring mountain knowledge and cultural context.
“An epic 5 days completing the Ausengate + Raimbow Mountain Trek with the Vidal Expedition crew (Chino, Begnino, Jośe, Angel). The scenery was amazing, super friendly and knowledgable team, yummy good, and lots of fun! Would highly highly recommend!! Thanks so much for such a cool experience :)”
Leave Cusco at 4 a.m. for Pacchanta, then hike among seven lakes beneath Ausangate, with guides such as Ernesto, Roberto, Milton, or Jehomar. Breakfast, lunch, transport, and an optional hot-spring soak are included. Expect thin air, cold weather, and a demanding day at high altitude.
“Ernest was a great tour guide, super friendly and flexible. Helpful and detailed with his tour and explanation. Took a lot of nice pic for our family.”
Leave Cusco at 4:00 AM for Pacchanta, hike about 13 km past Ausangate’s seven lakes, and return by 6:00 PM. Your day includes breakfast, lunch, a guide, walking sticks, oxygen, and transport. English and Spanish tours are limited to 15 people. Jonatan has guided some departures.
You’ll hike from Upis through Ausangate’s glacial lakes, cross Arapa, Puca, and Warmisaya passes, then reach Vinicunca before the crowds. A guide, cook, horseman, camping gear, meals, transfers, oxygen, and 7 kg luggage transport are included. Guides may vary, with past trips led by Nestor, Marco, Fredy Apaza, and others.
“Wow, wow, wow. This was one of the best, if not THE best, treks of my life. First off, the service from Nestor (my guide), Avelino (the muleteer/horseman), and Heber (the mountain chef) were phenomenal. They worked so hard every single day to provide an amazing experience - planning each day's route, setting up and tearing down campsites, cooking - all while doing the trek themselves.”
You’ll trek from Tinqui through the Ausangate region to Rainbow Mountain, sleeping in tents at heights above 4,200 meters. A small group, English-speaking guide, pack horses, meals, hot springs, and private Cusco transport are included. Strong fitness and careful acclimatization are essential.
“I had booked this trek a couple of months before going to Peru. My whole 3 week holiday and itinerary revolved around this trek. It was to be my highlight of the holiday.”
Qampa is one of Cusco’s most approachable high peaks, but 5,520 meters is no small challenge. Vidal Expeditions provides a mountain guide, climbing gear, tents, meals, horse support, and a small group capped at six.
“The meals were always a spectacle and tasted great”
Travel from Cusco to Pacchanta with an English- or Spanish-speaking guide, hike five hours past seven colorful Ausangate lagoons, eat local breakfast and lunch, then soak in thermal waters before returning to Cusco.
Leave Cusco before dawn for Pacchanta, breakfast, and a guided 10-kilometer circuit past Pucacocha, Patacocha, Alqacocha, Qomercocha, Otorongo, and Azulcocha. English and Spanish guides lead the hike, followed by hot springs and lunch. Jonathan has earned praise for patient pacing, while guide quality can vary.
“Una experiencia increíble, sin duda vale la pena el esfuerzo. El guía fue muy atento durante todo el recorrido y explicó todo perfectamente en inglés y español. La caminata larga pero las vistas al llegar compensan completamente. El desayuno y el almuerzo delicioso. Los recomiendo muchísimo.”
Leave Cusco before dawn for Pacchanta, then hike past seven colorful lagoons beneath Ausangate, with alpacas, Andean scenery, breakfast, lunch, and hot springs. English and Spanish guides lead the 12-hour trip. Guide John has been praised for his calm, professional manner.
“I had to reschedule my trip and they asked me to confirm the day before. I was told my guide would be Antoni and to expect pick up between 4:20-4:40. Not only did they show up at 5am but the guide was different. It was after several calls at 4:20 that I was given the correct info. This was really stressful and a sign of lack of coordination (the agency was mostly unresponsive). However, the actual guide John was nice and professional. The trek wasn’t as hard as I thought and the views were incredible. Food was basic but plenty and tasty. The driver was also professional. It was a…”
Leave Cusco before dawn for Pacchanta and the Vilcanota range. Hike among seven colorful lakes beneath Ausangate, eat Andean dishes with a local family, then soak in hot springs. Guides may include Felipe or Tony. Expect cold, thin air and a long 15-hour day.
“mi è piaciuta la visita delle sette lagune e mi è piaciuta l'energia della guida, ma non sapeva l'inglese, inoltre anche colazione e pranzo hanno lasciato a desiderare.. infine i bagni termali non li abbiamo visti proprio”
Leave Cusco early for Pacchanta, eat breakfast, then walk about 10 kilometers through the Andes to seven lagoons shaped by snowy Ausangate. Guides such as Guillermo and Frank assist along the route. Afterward, soak in Pacchanta’s hot springs and eat lunch before returning to Cusco around 7 pm.
“It was really a great hike. Our Guide Guillermo was really easy going and made the Trip a good experience. For me was a real intense hike, especially because of the hight, also I already Did a few. Thank you also for the Great Fotos! (Alemania) 😀”
Leave Cusco at 4:00 AM for Pacchanta, hike a loop past Ausangate’s seven lagoons, then eat lunch and soak in thermo-medicinal waters. A live English or Spanish guide leads the small group, with breakfast, lunch, walking sticks, and oxygen included. Entry fees cost extra.
“The day started off bad the driver never picked me up, but Ya’ll sent a taxi to take me to meet up with the bus. Your bus conductor is a thief he took a few of us moneys to pay Ausangate entrance I gave him $100 Soles the guy sitting next to me also did give him $100 he never returned our change. We saw him at the hot springs he pretended he didn’t remember, our tour guide had to get our money back I’ve posted a photo of him. You can’t be promoting tourism when your staff members are dishonest. Your companies reputation is at stake”
Leave Cusco around 4:30 a.m. for Pacchanta, then hike about 10 km past seven lagoons beneath snowy Ausangate. Your small group includes an English or Spanish guide, breakfast, lunch, walking sticks, and round-trip transport. Hot springs and entrance fees cost extra.
“Overall, It was good. However, the van was very small, we couldn't barely move on our sits. The guide and food were nice.”
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