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This Ausangate trek combines two stunning places in the Peruvian Andes such as the 7 lakes and 5 other lakes at the top of this trek, plus stunning snow-capped peaks.
This Ausangate 12 Lakes trek is perfect for travelers with little time and want to walk the best part of the Ausangate trek full of animals such as alpacas, llamas, vicuñas, and chinchillas, among other animals. We will also enjoy good Peruvian meals made by our cook respecting any food restrictions we have. Join us on this trek and immerse yourself in the magic of the mountains and enjoy the place without many people.
We will start our hike with a pick up at your hotel at 4.30 am and board our private transport heading to Ausangate with a duration of approximately 3.30 hours. Passing through beautiful valleys. And our main destination is the town of Pacchanta (4300 m – 14,107 ft), where we will have our first breakfast and we will have time to get ready before starting to walk.
Once we are ready to leave, we will start with an uphill walk towards the 7 lakes. At first sight we will have Ankascocha (blue lagoon), and as we ascend we will observe other lagoons that are part of the 7 lagoons. In the middle of animals such as alpacas and llamas.
Around the lagoons we will have our lunch cooked by our cook and we will have time to relax after our lunch.
After a short break we will continue our hike uphill reaching the viewpoint of the lagoons, from this point we will be able to appreciate the lagoons and the mountains that surround it and also take impressive photos. And in the afternoon we will arrive at our campsite Pachaspata (4800 m – 15,748 ft) where we will have our dinner and at night we will be able to appreciate the Milky Way and the stars that are simply worth observing.
This day in the middle of the mountains, we will wake up with a wake-up tea before having a nutritious breakfast.
After having enjoyed our breakfast we continue our walk uphill towards the Qampa pass (5100 m – 16.732 ft) at this point, we will be able to appreciate the mountains full of glaciers and the lagoons of different colors. We will also have the opportunity to make an offering to the pacha mama (Mother Earth).
Once we have taken a photo and explored completely, we will have to continue our walk, this time it will be easier since it will be downhill passing by the lagoons that we will see along our route until we reach the community of Pacchanta.
Once we are in the town of Pacchanta we will have the possibility of entering the hot springs to relax after an arduous walk, then we will have our lunch and, we will take our transport towards Cusco to the door of your hotel.
The night before your trip to Ausangate Trek 12 Lakes 2 Days, information meetings are held at your hotel at 6 pm with your trekking guide. And if you cannot attend at this time, you must arrange to do it at another time.
During the breffing you will receive your duffel bag for your belongings that you intend to take on the hike, which will not be in your backpack.
These informational meetings last approximately 30 to 40 minutes.
You will receive a duffel bag during your briefing, where you will pack the necessary things for the Ausangate Trek 12 Lakes 2 Days, the maximum weight you must carry is 6 kilos. All duffel bags will be carried by the horses or porters and will only be available at your campsite every day (morning and afternoon). Any items that are necessary during the hike should be packed in your backpack.
Duffel bags measure (2ft / 66cm long) x (1ft / 36cm wide).
During the trip, you need a day pack big enough to carry your personal belongings like a warm jacket, raincoat, camera, sunscreen, snacks, water, etc. Generally, a 30 to 50 liter backpack is sufficient.
The trek you have booked must be paid in full at the time of breifing or days before departure.
We would greatly appreciate it if you would pay the balance of the trip in cash in US dollars or in local currency. To withdraw here in Cusco we have several ATMs along Av. El Sol (either in US dollars or in local Peruvian soles).
You can pay by credit card or PAYPAL online, but you will have to pay an 8% service charge, charged by VISA and PAYPAL. We do not accept bank checks or payment of the balance with traveler’s checks.
Our PERU TREK Company transports will pick you up from your hotel, as long as you are in the Historic Center of Cusco. Pick-up time will be coordinated with your guide at the briefing. The pick-up time may vary between 30 and 45 minutes due to traffic.
Cusco is a very old city, therefore it has many narrow and cobbled streets. Some hotels and Airbnb may be located on streets with no car access or on long, steep slopes, making it difficult to carry luggage. We strongly recommend that you book an accommodation with good access.
Average daytime temperatures in and around Cusco generally range between 55º and 75º F and cool to 40º and 50º at night. Much of this itinerary takes place in the mountains, where the climate can change very quickly and night temperatures regularly drop to 30º and 40º. During the “dry season”, the days are usually clear and pleasant, with clouds in the afternoon that occasionally accumulate and cause small amounts of rain, and the morning temperatures usually oscillate between 35º and 45º with some frost on the tents. Plains in some places. While April and November departures may experience slightly higher amounts of rain, rain throughout the day is unusual. We will hike up several mountain passes that are over 15,000 ft / 4600 m,
therefore you have to bring the necessary things for the Ausangate Trek 12 Lakes 2 Days.
Group tours are made up of different types of people. Physical conditions and ages can vary. By agreeing to be part of a group tour, you also agree that some people may be faster or slower than you. Therefore, everyone can go at their own pace on the route. It may be the case that a group wants to modify the route; however, it will be the guide who decides, after consulting with all the participants, if such modifications can be made.
It is very important to be well acclimatized to the altitude before exerting yourself on a hike. We recommend that you arrive in Cusco at least 2 or 3 days before the trek begins to help you acclimatize and avoid possible problems with altitude sickness during the trek.
Suppose you have already been to another area of Peru at a high altitude before arriving in Cusco. In that case, we still recommend that you have a full day in Cusco to rest, recover from your trip and fully enjoy your trek and have a unique experience.
Of course! During the trip, your main luggage can be stored in our office (you can coordinate during the day of the briefing or by email) or at your hotel, both for free.
Any equipment you don’t need on the trek can be safely stored at your hotel. Almost all hotels will offer this service. Do not leave valuables with your bags, put them in the hotel safe and get an itemized receipt (in the unlikely event of theft, many insurance companies require you to have a copy of the receipt with all items). It’s best to put items like credit cards in a sealed and signed envelope for added peace of mind.
Strikes and demonstrations are often frequent in Peru, and this can interrupt some of our planned tours. They can block the roads and take control of the railroad tracks. However, we will try to keep your tour as planned, even if it means leaving the night before your scheduled date. In these circumstances, tours can also be canceled. In case of changes or cancellations, all situations will be coordinated with you by our operations department. Your safety is our top priority and decisions will be made appropriately.
You are responsible for your personal belongings during the Ausangate Trek 12 Lakes 2 Days. Please pay attention to where you leave your belongings and remember to take everything once you leave your bus, tents, and restaurants.
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My friends recommended this hike to me and I decided to do it with Peru Trek. It was a very good decision because we felt very well treated from the logistics to our team, which were the guide, cook and muleteers. This is the hike that is worth doing on your visit to Cusco. I recommend this hike and also the Oeru Trek company.