Tour Details
Duration
Full Day
Difficulty
Moderate
Tour Style
Adventure
Altitude
4,800 m.a.l.s
Group Size
1 - 12 people
Distance
8 km
Tour Overview
From USD 40.00 Per PersonThe 7 Lake Hike in Cusco cuts through land Ausangate glacier left behind. Seven lakes along the route, each one looks different. Some dark blue, others more green, depends on the minerals and what sits underneath the water. Grasslands stretch across the flat sections, mountains rise steep on both sides. Super Tour Machu Picchu runs the route, trail is marked, stops included for photos or catching breath.
Around 14 km total, high point near 4,600 m above sea level. The thin air hits hard up there, legs and lungs both. Llamas and alpacas roam free through the area, not fenced in. The guide explains how meltwater fills these basins and why each lake ends up a different color, enough to understand what you're walking through.
Pace stays flexible because above 4,000 m people slow down at different rates, that's just how it goes. Hot springs at the end of the trail, most hikers sit there a while before heading back, cold air outside, warm water, full day on the legs.
We'll start the day with a pick-up from your hotel in Cusco between 4:30 and 5:00 a.m. We'll drive approximately 3 hours to Pacchanta (4,200 m), enjoying views of mountains, valleys, and Andean villages along the way. In Pacchanta, we'll have breakfast and receive instructions from our guide regarding the route and safety measures.
We'll begin our hike with an approximately 1.5-hour ascent to the first lagoon (4,400 m). During the trek, we'll observe high-altitude flora, small streams, and rock formations. Upon arrival, we'll take photos and learn how the lagoons are formed by the melting snow from Ausangate Mountain.
From the first lagoon, we'll hike to the remaining six lagoons along mostly flat or downhill trails, reaching a maximum altitude of 4,800 m / 15,092 ft. We'll stop to observe llamas and alpacas in their natural habitat, while the guide explains the geography and local legends. The hike will proceed at a comfortable pace, allowing you to enjoy each spot along the way.
At the end of the hike, we'll have lunch near Pacchanta and relax in natural hot springs before returning to Cusco, arriving at approximately 7:00 pm.
Day statistics:
- Hiking Distance: 8 km
- Minimum altitude: 4,800 m
- Maximum altitude: 4,200 m
- Route: Cusco – Pacchanta – 7 Lagoons – Cusco
- Difficulty level: Moderate
What's Included:
Hotel pickup in Cusco
To and from transportation (privately transported) to Pacchanta.
Professional local guide
Breakfast in Pacchanta
Lunch in Pacchanta
First aid kit and oxygen
Tour of the seven lakes.
Ausangate viewpoint visit
What's Not Included:
Admission to the hot springs - Pacchanta.
Riding or carrying equipment horses.
Travel insurance
Dinner
Tips for guide or driver
Personal expenses
Clothes
- Hat, scarf and gloves
- Warm jacket
Essential
- Passport or ID card (and digital copies)
- Reusable water bottle
Recommended
- Energy snacks (bars, nuts, etc.)
- Photographic Camera
Tour Route Map
Initial Deposit:
To guarantee your reservation for a tour or package with Super Tour Machupicchu, a non-refundable initial deposit is required. The amount of this deposit varies depending on the selected itinerary.
Payment can be made via PayPal or credit/debit card. Please note that a 5% service fee will be applied to card payments, and an 8% fee will be applied to PayPal transactions.
By proceeding with the reservation, you confirm that you have read, understood, and fully accepted our Terms and Conditions.
Reservation Confirmation:
Your reservation will be considered confirmed and binding once Super Tour Machupicchu has received all your information and verified your deposit. At that moment, a legally binding contractual agreement will be established between both parties, marking the official beginning of your next adventure.
Shared Responsibility:
All individuals included in the reservation are jointly responsible for the agreement with Super Tour Machupicchu. The person signing the contract represents each individual listed in the reservation, meaning all parties are informed and agree to our Terms and Conditions.
Required Information for Reservation:
Along with the non-refundable deposit, it is essential to provide the following personal details during the reservation process:
Full name
Passport or ID number
Gender
Nationality
Date of birth
These details are crucial to ensure your experience with Super Tour Machupicchu is safe, organized, and memorable.
We'll start the day with a pick-up from your hotel in Cusco between 4:30 and 5:00 a.m. We'll drive approximately 3 hours to Pacchanta (4,200 m), enjoying views of mountains, valleys, and Andean villages along the way. In Pacchanta, we'll have breakfast and receive instructions from our guide regarding the route and safety measures.
We'll begin our hike with an approximately 1.5-hour ascent to the first lagoon (4,400 m). During the trek, we'll observe high-altitude flora, small streams, and rock formations. Upon arrival, we'll take photos and learn how the lagoons are formed by the melting snow from Ausangate Mountain.
From the first lagoon, we'll hike to the remaining six lagoons along mostly flat or downhill trails, reaching a maximum altitude of 4,800 m / 15,092 ft. We'll stop to observe llamas and alpacas in their natural habitat, while the guide explains the geography and local legends. The hike will proceed at a comfortable pace, allowing you to enjoy each spot along the way.
At the end of the hike, we'll have lunch near Pacchanta and relax in natural hot springs before returning to Cusco, arriving at approximately 7:00 pm.
Day statistics:
- Hiking Distance: 8 km
- Minimum altitude: 4,800 m
- Maximum altitude: 4,200 m
- Route: Cusco – Pacchanta – 7 Lagoons – Cusco
- Difficulty level: Moderate
What's Included:
Hotel pickup in Cusco
To and from transportation (privately transported) to Pacchanta.
Professional local guide
Breakfast in Pacchanta
Lunch in Pacchanta
First aid kit and oxygen
Tour of the seven lakes.
Ausangate viewpoint visit
What's Not Included:
Admission to the hot springs - Pacchanta.
Riding or carrying equipment horses.
Travel insurance
Dinner
Tips for guide or driver
Personal expenses
Clothes
- Hat, scarf and gloves
- Warm jacket
Essential
- Passport or ID card (and digital copies)
- Reusable water bottle
Recommended
- Energy snacks (bars, nuts, etc.)
- Photographic Camera
Tour Route Map
Initial Deposit:
To guarantee your reservation for a tour or package with Super Tour Machupicchu, a non-refundable initial deposit is required. The amount of this deposit varies depending on the selected itinerary.
Payment can be made via PayPal or credit/debit card. Please note that a 5% service fee will be applied to card payments, and an 8% fee will be applied to PayPal transactions.
By proceeding with the reservation, you confirm that you have read, understood, and fully accepted our Terms and Conditions.
Reservation Confirmation:
Your reservation will be considered confirmed and binding once Super Tour Machupicchu has received all your information and verified your deposit. At that moment, a legally binding contractual agreement will be established between both parties, marking the official beginning of your next adventure.
Shared Responsibility:
All individuals included in the reservation are jointly responsible for the agreement with Super Tour Machupicchu. The person signing the contract represents each individual listed in the reservation, meaning all parties are informed and agree to our Terms and Conditions.
Required Information for Reservation:
Along with the non-refundable deposit, it is essential to provide the following personal details during the reservation process:
Full name
Passport or ID number
Gender
Nationality
Date of birth
These details are crucial to ensure your experience with Super Tour Machupicchu is safe, organized, and memorable.