Singrenacocha Lake Tour
Overview
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Service Shared
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Season All Year Round
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Departures By Prior Reservation
Embark on an unforgettable journey to Singrenacocha Lake, located 118 kilometers from Cusco in the breathtaking Ausangate region. Admire its wonderful turquoise waters a hidden gem that remains largely undiscovered by tourists.
Local communities use the lake’s resources for trout farming, creating a sustainable livelihood for their families. Towering majestic mountains surround the lake, offering a spectacular natural backdrop.
As you travel, spot llamas and alpacas grazing in the highlands and encounter locals dressed in traditional oufit, immersing yourself in an authentic Andean cultural experience.
Highlights
- Singrenacocha Lake - Excursion
- Departures: By Prior Reservation
- Season: All Year Round
- Service: Shared
Itinerary
Cusco – Palcoyo – Cusco
Our tour begins with a hotel pickup at 5:00 a.m. We will then travel in our private transport for approximately three hours to the village of Yanacancha. Along the way, we will admire the region’s rich biodiversity, including the iconic alpacas and llamas. Upon arriving at the starting point of our hike, we will enjoy a delicious breakfast with a scenic view of the lagoon.
After breakfast, we will embark on a short 10-minute walk to reach the main lagoon. From there, we will continue along a trail leading to additional lagoons, which takes about an hour of hiking. You will have ample time to explore the area and capture stunning photographs. On our way back from the smaller lagoons, we will have the opportunity to observe local trout farming.
Once we finish exploring the lagoon, we will return to our private transport and head to the village of Pampacancha. Here, you can relax and enjoy the soothing thermal baths while having lunch. Finally, we will return to the city of Cusco.
What is Included
Included
- professional tour guide
- First aid kit, including oxygen.
- meals and drinks
- Private transportation
- Entrance fees.
- walking sticks
- pick up and drop off at the hotel
Not Included
- Tips for the staff (optional).
What to Bring
- Water: at least 1.5 liters per person.
- Personal snacks (optional).
- Waterproof trekking shoes.
- Warm clothing (thermal wear, fleece, hat, gloves, swimwear, sandals).
- Waterproof clothing (poncho).
- Synthetic or cotton clothing (socks, pants, shorts, t-shirts).
- Sun hat and sunglasses.
- Sunscreen.
- Basic medications.
- Personal items.
Frequently Asked Questions
The tour lasts approximately a full day. We start at 5:00 a.m. with hotel pickup and return to Cusco around 5:00 p.m.
No, the hike is of moderate difficulty. It takes only about 10 minutes to reach the main lagoon and approximately one more hour if you want to explore additional lagoons.
The weather can be cold, especially in the morning and evening. During the day it can be sunny.
Yes, the tour includes breakfast and lunch prepared by our chef, as well as snacks for the hike.
