The 7 Lakes (or 7 Lagunas) Tour is a moderately challenging trek that takes you through scene after scene of unparalleled views of Mt. Ausangate or Ausangate Mountain, the tallest mountain of the region of Cusco where Machu Picchu is found. This Ausangate trek in Peru immerses you in glory of the Andean mountains with varied terrain, lakes in all shades of blue, alpaca sightings, and glowing snow peaks. What’s amazing about these lakes is all the different shades of blue that you’ll observe them in due to the natural minerals in the area. Reward yourself at the end of the hike with a dip in the hot springs at the foot of the mountain.
Itinerary: Ausangate Trek – 7 Lakes Tour
- Pickup at your hotel in Cusco
- Transport to the town of Pacchanta
- Breakfast in Pacchanta
- Hike 4-6 hours to view the lakes in the area
- Lunch in Pacchanta
- Dip in the hot springs or free time to explore the town
- Transport to your hotel in Cusco
Included in Tour Package:
- Pickup and drop-off at Cusco hotel
- Licensed bilingual tour guide
- Personalized service in small groups
- Guided tour of Mt. Ausangate’s lakes in English
- Entrance ticket
- Safe, comfortable transport to/from your hotel-Pacchanta
- Breakfast
- Snack
- Lunch
- First aid kit
- Oxygen tank
NOT Included in Tour Package:
- Accommodations in Cusco
- Horse-ride and handler, if needed
- Travel/health insurance
- Tip for the tour guide
What to Pack/Bring:
- Passport
- Vaccination card (can be digital)
- Face mask
- Daypack with rain cover
- Water – 1 liter
- Camera or cell phone to take photos
- Personal medication
- Trekking shoes or hiking boots
- Clothing for hiking in cold weather, such as:
- Thermal(s) or base layer(s)
- Warm layer(s)
- Warm jacket
- Sweater
- Down jacket
- Gloves
- Scarf
- Beanie or toque
- Bathing suit & towel (if you want to dip in the hot springs)
- Rain jacket or poncho
- Lip balm
- Sunhat
- Sunglasses
- Sunscreen
- Cash for tip (including coins for the washroom)
- Optional:
- Cash for horse-ride
- Extra snacks
*Cost is based on a minimum 2-person booking.
