Rainbow Mountain To Ausangate 7 Lakes Hike 4 Days

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Today, as every morning, our professional cook will wake us up with a hot cup of tea or coffee, while our guide will be available to answer any questions and give a short briefing for the day. After enjoying a hearty breakfast prepared by our chef, we will begin our hike.

We will start ascending for approximately 2 hours until we reach Puka Cocha Pass (4,870 m / 15,978 ft). From the pass, we will enjoy spectacular panoramic views of the colorful Puka Cocha lakes and the majestic Ausangate Mountain (6,372 m / 20,905 ft), surrounded by impressive landscapes and large herds of llamas and alpacas grazing freely in the high Andes.

After spending some time exploring and taking photos, we will descend along a scenic trail to Huchuy Puka Cocha, where our lunch spot will be set right beside Puka Cocha Lake, offering a peaceful atmosphere and beautiful reflections of the surrounding mountains.

Following lunch, we will continue our trek on mostly flat terrain for about 1 hour, then begin a gradual uphill hike for approximately 1.5 hours until we arrive at Yanacocha Camp (4,570 m / 14,993 ft). This camp is located next to the dark-blue waters of Yanacocha Lake, a quiet and remote place where you can relax, enjoy the silence of the Andes, and witness a stunning sunset reflected on the lake, creating a truly unforgettable high-altitude experience.

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Today, our chef will wake us up at Yanacocha Camp with a hot cup of tea or coffee. After breakfast, we will pack our belongings and get ready to continue the trek, enjoying the fresh mountain air and the peaceful surroundings.

We will start walking directly from Yanacocha Camp, following a mostly gentle trail across open highland landscapes. After about 1.5 hours, we will reach Arapa Pass (4,800 m / 15,748 ft). From the pass, we will enjoy panoramic views of snow-capped mountains, wide valleys, and the surrounding highlands. We will take a short break here and, with some luck, spot vicuñas in the area.

After crossing the pass, we will descend along an easy trail toward the Upis Lagoons, where we will take time to walk around the lakes, rest, and enjoy the reflections of the mountains in the clear water. This is a peaceful area and a great place to take photos and appreciate the natural scenery.

We will then continue to Upis Camp (4,400 m / 14,436 ft), where lunch will be ready upon arrival. The afternoon will be free to rest or explore the surroundings at your own pace. Those who wish can also visit the nearby Upis hot springs, perfect for relaxing after a day of hiking.

We will spend the night at Upis Camp, enjoying the quiet atmosphere of the Andes and preparing for the next day of the trek.

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Today is a beautiful day. As usual, our cook will wake us up with a hot cup of tea or coffee, giving us time to enjoy the peaceful morning. After breakfast, we will begin our hike from Upis Camp, leaving the hot springs area behind.

We will start walking toward the Seven Lagoons area, passing through high-altitude landscapes surrounded by snow-capped mountains. Along the way, we will visit the 7 lagoons, each one with a different color caused by the minerals found in the water. During this walk, it is common to see alpacas and vicuñas, and with some luck, chinchillas and even the Andean condor flying above the valley.

We will take our time to explore the lagoons, walk around the area, and enjoy the scenery before starting our descent. After exploring the lagoons, we will continue hiking downhill for about 2 hours until we reach Pacchanta village (4,100 m / 13,451 ft).

Once in Pacchanta, we will first enjoy a relaxing bath in the Pacchanta hot springs, well known for their warm waters and medicinal properties. After the hot springs, our cook will be waiting for us with a delicious buffet lunch prepared by our professional chef.

After lunch, we will board our private transportation and begin the 3-hour drive back to Cusco, where our adventure will come to an end with drop-off at your hotel.