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High-altitude glacial tarns, grazing alpaca herds, and natural volcanic hot springs under Peru's most sacred snow peak.
High-altitude glacial tarns, grazing alpaca herds, and natural volcanic hot springs under Peru's most sacred snow peak.
For accommodations in Cusco's historic center with vehicle access, our tourist transport arrives as close as legally permitted. Due to Cusco's colonial pedestrian alleys, if your hotel is on a narrow stone walkway, we wait at the nearest corner (usually 1/2 to 1 block away). We coordinate with you via WhatsApp/phone in advance, and our assistant welcomes you at the vehicle.
Lodging outside the center? If your hotel or Airbnb is outside the historic center perimeter, meeting is coordinated at a central landmark (such as Plaza Regocijo).
Need dedicated walking escort right to your door or pickup outside the historic center? Select Boutique Private in the booking card above.
A focused high-altitude alpine hike around the lower tarns of the Cordillera Vilcanota. Starting from Pacchanta (4,300m), the trail ascends past seven glacial lagoons including Azulcocha, Otorongococha, and Comercocha, fed directly by the hanging seracs of Ausangate. Conclude the afternoon soaking in open-air volcanic hot springs with direct views of the southern Andean icecaps.
Effective O₂ at 4,850m
Prior rest recommended
+1,378 ft vertical gain
Depart Cusco early morning (04:30 AM) to Pacchanta village (4,300m). Enjoy a hearty Andean breakfast before embarking on the 5-hour loop past seven turquoise, emerald, and cobalt glacial tarns directly beneath Ausangate glacier. Return to Pacchanta to soak in open-air natural hot springs, enjoy a hot lunch, and return comfortably to Cusco by 6:30 PM.
Pre-paid services verified & delivered on route
Personal expenses & discretionary gratuities
Nominal permit slots & panoramic train cars available on request
Wilderness lovers, landscape photographers, and active hikers wanting pristine glacial tarns directly beneath snowcapped Mount Ausangate (6,384m), followed by natural thermal baths.
4.5 to 5.5 hours of high-altitude alpine hiking between 4,300m and 4,850m with gradual ascents and rocky terrain.
Mandatory checkpoint fees, community tickets & coin-operated restrooms
Direct communal admission to Ausangate lakes preserve in cash.
Small coin fee if renting a towel or locker at Pacchanta pools.
Available directly from local muleteers at Pacchanta if needed.
Luggage & Transit Rule: Pickup from your Cusco hotel at 4:30 AM. Leave main luggage in Cusco; bring a 20-30L daypack with warm layers, swimwear, and towel.
Independent traveler feedback verified on TripAdvisor and Google Maps.
“Amazing tour operator with incredible coordinators, collegiate guides, and mountain chefs! Did half a dozen treks and day tours around Cusco and loved all of them. Very reliable, highly recommend!”
“Working with Daspe Travel was completely seamless. From our early morning hotel pickup in Cusco to the Vistadome train tickets and citadel entrance, our guide was exceptionally punctual, knowledgeable, and full of positive energy. Zero stress, everything was flawlessly organized.”
“I was looking for a trek along the Choquequirao route and contacted them. From the very start they gave me complete confidence, and I was not wrong. Of all the operators I have used across Peru, they were by far the most professional and attentive. The route is spectacular, perhaps the finest I have done. Standing up there taking in that beauty remains one of the best sensations of my life.”
Dietary accommodations, hotel upgrades or a slower photography pace? Speak directly with our local Cusco specialists.
The Imperial Capital of the Incan Empire & The Sanctuary of Machu Picchu
Our Cusco operations desk assists with altitude pacing, dietary needs, and custom flight timings.
Cross the 4,630m Salkantay Pass beneath holy Mount Salkantay, explore Humantay Lake, and hike to Machu Picchu.
55km downhill biking, river rafting, canopy zipline, Cocalmayo hot springs, and Machu Picchu with scenic return train.
Hike the iconic paved Inca Trail past Wiñay Wayna to the Sun Gate with 3★ hotel comfort and scenic return train.