Tailored for adventurous explorers, this comprehensive 18-hour day trip immerses travelers in the secluded Andean terrains near Ausangate, leading to the remarkable Qelqaya Glacier region. Throughout the journey, relish breathtaking highland vistas and observe native wildlife including vicuñas, vizcachas, wallata birds, llamas, and alpacas.
Tailored for adventurous explorers, this comprehensive 18-hour day trip immerses travelers in the secluded Andean terrains near Ausangate, leading to the remarkable Qelqaya Glacier region. Throughout the journey, relish breathtaking highland vistas and observe native wildlife including vicuñas, vizcachas, wallata birds, llamas, and alpacas.
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Quelccaya Ice Cap - START
Begin with an early pickup from your hotel in Cusco. Travel by tourist transport through the southern Andes, passing charming villages, highland valleys, and remote Andean landscapes. Along the way, enjoy views of snow-capped peaks and local wildlife such as vicuñas, wallatas, vizcachas, llamas, and alpacas.
EXPERIENCE…
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Quelccaya Ice Cap - START
Begin with an early pickup from your hotel in Cusco. Travel by tourist transport through the southern Andes, passing charming villages, highland valleys, and remote Andean landscapes. Along the way, enjoy views of snow-capped peaks and local wildlife such as vicuñas, wallatas, vizcachas, llamas, and alpacas.
EXPERIENCE
After breakfast and approximately 5.5 hours of scenic travel, arrive near Qelqaya and begin the final part of the adventure with a guided hike. Explore the Quelccaya, Suyuparina area with your guide and enjoy breathtaking views of glacier formations, frozen landscapes, and a frozen lagoon surrounded by dramatic Andean scenery.
Take time for photos, enjoy the peaceful atmosphere, and learn about the importance of this unique tropical glacier region, one of the most impressive and remote natural attractions in the Peruvian Andes.
- Plaza de Armas - After visiting this incredible natural attraction, enjoy lunch and begin the return journey to Cusco, following the same scenic route through the Andes. The tour concludes near Cusco’s Main Square between 8:00 PM and 8:30 PM.

- Buffet Breakfast
- Handmade hiking sticks
- Entrance Ticket
- First Aid kit and Oxygen for Emergencies
- Local Lunch (Basil in trout, chicken or Alpaca)
- Professional Tour Guide (English & Spanish)
- Tourist Transportation
- Buffet Breakfast
- Handmade hiking sticks
- Entrance Ticket
- First Aid kit and Oxygen for Emergencies
- Local Lunch (Basil in trout, chicken or Alpaca)
- Professional Tour Guide (English & Spanish)
- Tourist Transportation
- Personal Expenses.
- Personal Expenses.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.