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Quelccaya Glacier and Suyuparina Hike – 1 Day

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  • GROUP SERVICE ECONOMICStarts in the morning
    Adult: $45 Children: $45
    Start Time: 03:00Available: 24 seats
  • PRIVATE SERVICE ECONOMICStarts in the morning
    Adult: $130 Children: $130
    Available: 24 seats

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Departure city: Cusco, Peru
Ends in the city: Cusco, Peru
Group Size: 18 PER GROUP
Availability: Daily Departures
Trip Styles: Hike
Max Altitude: 5100 M. / 16732 FT.
Lodging Type: Not
Difficulty: Easy
Overview

Quelccaya Glacier & Suyuparina Hike Full Day

The Quelccaya Glacier & Suyuparina Hike is a spectacular full-day adventure to one of the most impressive natural wonders of the Peruvian Andes. Quelccaya is the largest tropical ice cap in the world and represents a unique and breathtaking destination surrounded by high Andean landscapes, vast plains, turquoise lagoons, and snow-capped peaks.

This unforgettable experience takes you deep into a remote and pristine region, far from the crowds, where you will hike through high-altitude wetlands, rocky terrain, and wide open valleys with incredible views of the Quelccaya Glacier and the Suyuparina Glacier. Along the way, you will see herds of alpacas and llamas, and you will learn about the importance of this glacier for the local communities and the Andean ecosystem.

The hike is moderate and rewarding, perfect for travelers who want to explore a truly wild and less-visited part of Peru. At the viewpoints, you will enjoy stunning panoramic views of the glacier, surrounding mountains, and beautiful lagoons, making this tour a paradise for nature lovers and photography enthusiasts. A hot Andean breakfast and a traditional lunch in a local community are included, making this a complete and comfortable high-altitude adventure.

Why Take the Quelccaya Glacier & Suyuparina Hike?

  • Marvel at the breathtaking views of the Quelccaya Glacier and Suyuparina Glacier, the largest tropical ice cap in the world.
  • Enjoy a hot Andean breakfast and a delicious traditional lunch in a local community.
  • Hike through high Andean wetlands and rocky terrain with stunning panoramic mountain and glacier views.
  • Learn about the glacier’s geology and its importance to local communities and the Andean ecosystem.
  • Explore a remote and less-visited area and take incredible photographs of the glacier and surrounding lagoons.
  • Experience a full-day adventure in one of the most impressive and pristine high-altitude landscapes in southern Peru.
Itinerary

DAY 1Rainbow Mountain Peru explore this wonder in Cusco

Visit places
Cusco
Phinaya
Quelccaya Glacier
Suyuparina

We begin our journey very early in the morning with pick-up from your hotel at 3:00 a.m. From Cusco, we travel for approximately 5 hours through the Andean highlands toward the remote village of Phinaya, enjoying scenic landscapes along the way.

Upon arrival in Phinaya, we enjoy a comforting Andean breakfast, ideal for acclimatization and preparation for the adventure ahead. After breakfast, we continue by vehicle for about 1 additional hour, driving deeper into the high Andes toward the Quelccaya Glacier – Suyuparina, recognized as the largest tropical glacier in the world.

From the point where the vehicle route ends, we begin a short walk of approximately 15 to 20 minutes to reach the glacier viewpoint. During this walk, you will witness the impressive natural beauty of the area, surrounded by vast Andean landscapes and glacial scenery. At the viewpoint, there will be time to enjoy the surroundings, take photographs, and admire the massive ice formations of the Quelccaya Glacier.

After the visit, we return to Phinaya, where a traditional lunch awaits, prepared with fresh local ingredients typical of the region. Following lunch, we board our transport and begin the journey back to Cusco.

On the return route, we make a special stop at the magical Sibinacocha Lagoon, one of the largest and most beautiful high-altitude lakes in the Peruvian Andes, offering spectacular photo opportunities.

We conclude the experience with drop-off near the Plaza de Armas of Cusco, arriving between 7:30 p.m. and 8:00 p.m., depending on traffic and road conditions.

  • Meals: Breakfast and Lunch
  • Difficulty:Moderate
  • Walking Distance:2 km / 1.24 mi
  • Starting Elevation:5,100 m / 16732 ft
  • Minimum Elevation:5,100 m / 16732 ft
  • Highest Elevation:5,100 m / 16732 ft
Trip Info
Inclusions
Packing List
Before You Go
High Quality Service & Safety
  • Experienced Guide speaks English and Spanish
  • Medical Kit – First Aid Kit
  • Customer Service 24/7
  • Extra oxygen
Transportation
  • Private transportation from your hotel in Cusco to the start of the trek.
  • Private transportation from the end of the trek to Cusco, Plaza Regocijos.
Meals
  • Meals: 1 Breakfasts, 1 Lunches
  • Meals: vegetarian and vegan
What Is Not Included?
  • Travel Insurance
  • Tips for our staff
  • Additional costs or delays out of control of the management
  • Entrance ticket to Quelccaya Glacier S/15
  • Original Passport
  • Walking boots
  • Waterproof jacket / rain poncho
  • Warm jacket
  • Hat and gloves
  • T-shirts
  • Comfortable trousers
  • Sun hat
  • Sun cream (factor 35 or higher)
  • Insect repellant
  • Toiletries and hand sanitiser
  • Personal medication
  • Camera and film with extra batteries
  • Torch with spare batteries
  • Daypack

Information Before leaving for the Quelccaya Glacier and Suyuparina Hike Full Day

We want to make your trip to Peru as memorable and as easy as possible. In this section, you will find speedy answers to all those questions you had about Quelccaya Glacier and Suyuparina Hike in one place. Please read the following information carefully – it will help you with any questions about our services.

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Can I store my luggage at your office?

Of course! During the travel, your main luggage can be stored at our office(you can organize briefing day or by email) or at your hotel, both free of charge.

Any equipment that you are not going to need on the trek can be stored safely in your hotel. Nearly every hotel will provide this service. Don’t leave items of value with your bags, put them in the hotel safe and obtain an itemized receipt (In the unlikely case of theft many insurance companies require that you have a copy of the receipt itemizing all the items). Best put items such as credit cards inside a sealed, signed envelope for extra peace of mind.

Pick up of guests

Peru Hike Company can pick you up from your hotel, as long as it’s in the Historic Center of Cusco. The pickup time will be coordinated with your guide in the briefing. The pickup time may vary between 30 and 45 minutes due to traffic. Cusco is a very old city, therefore, it has many narrow cobbled streets. Some hotels and Airbnbs may be located on streets without access to cars or on long, steep slopes, making it difficult to transport luggage. We strongly recommend that you book accommodation with good access.

Group tours

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 accept that some people may be faster or slower than you. Therefore, each person can go at their own pace on the route. It may be the case that a group wishes to modify the tour; however, it will be the guide who decides, after consulting with all the participants, if said modifications can be made.

Strikes and demonstrations

Strikes and demonstrations are usually frequent in Peru and this may interrupt some of our tours. Roads can be blocked and train tracks can be taken over. However, we will try to keep your excursion as planned, even if it means leaving the night before the scheduled date. Under these circumstances, tours may also be cancelled. In case of changes or cancellations, all situations will be coordinated with you by our operations department. Your safety is our highest priority and our decisions will be made to protect it.

Lost objects

You’re responsible for your objects during the tour. Please pay attention to where you leave your things and remember to take everything once you leave our trucks, tents, or restaurants.

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Carlos P

Family Traveller

We stopped at a lagoon to take photos. The tour was paced well—no rushing to finish quickly. Our guide André was always ready to help and take photos, and the van was new and super safe.
Highly recommend this unique and less touristy adventure!

21 January, 2026

Sergio J

Family Traveller

Our guide André was a great companion on this adventure, always attentive and making sure the whole tour was pleasant. Truly a memorable day exploring stunning high-Andean landscapes.

20 January, 2026

Yuri B

Couple Traveller

We did the Quelccaya Suyuparina Glacier Tour in Cusco as a family and it was an excellent experience.”
Everything was well organized, with comfortable transportation and a very attentive, professional guide.
Highly recommended for family travel

15 January, 2026

Pamela U

Group Traveller

We absolutely loved this full-day experience — the landscapes, the ice, and the cultural context made it special. Everyone in our group was grateful for the well-planned journey.

15 January, 2026
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