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A glacier with a blue lake at its base, rocky terrain, and a cloudy sky. 1
A person standing in front of a large glacier with a steep cliff. 2
A group of climbers on a snowy mountain with ice formations. 3
A large ice cliff with icicles hanging from it. 4
A close-up of vertical ice formations. 5
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  • Explore the stunning Quelccaya Tropical Glacier, the world's largest tropical ice cap, nestled in the Vilcanota Mountain Range. This full-day trek offers a unique high-altitude experience, beginning with a morning hotel pickup in Cusco and a scenic drive to Phinaya. Enjoy a moderate hike to a breathtaking viewpoint, where you can witness turquoise lagoons and snow-capped peaks while learning about the sacred Apu Quelccaya from local guides. Ideal for families and nature lovers, this tour includes a traditional Andean breakfast and a homemade lunch, promoting sustainable tourism practices.

Activity location

  • Quelccaya Ice Cap
    • 08230, Canchis Province, Cusco, Peru

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • Quelccaya Ice Cap
    • 08230, Canchis Province, Cusco, Peru

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What's included, what's not

  • Inclusions
    Professional bilingual guide (Spanish / English)
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    Local breakfast
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    First-aid kit
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    Tourist transport
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    Local lunch
  • Exclusions
    Additional meals not mentioned
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    Personal expenses
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    Entrance fees

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    • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Activity itinerary

Quelccaya Ice Cap

  • 15h
The tour begins with early morning hotel pickup in Cusco and a scenic drive through the Andean highlands to the remote village of Phinaya. Upon arrival, enjoy a traditional Andean breakfast to help with acclimatisation. The journey then continues by vehicle to the area near the Quelccaya Glacier, the largest tropical glacier in the world. From the end of the road, take a short and easy hike of approximately 20 minutes to a panoramic viewpoint of the glacier. Along the way, admire crystal-clear lagoons, mountain streams, highland wildlife such as vicuñas, and the snow-capped peaks of the Vilcanota Mountain Range. After the visit, return to Phinaya for a typical local lunch. On the way back to Cusco, enjoy a scenic stop at the beautiful Sibinacocha Lagoon. The tour concludes with evening arrival in Cusco.

Location

Activity location

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    Quelccaya Ice Cap
    • 08230, Canchis Province, Cusco, Peru

Meeting/Redemption Point

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    Quelccaya Ice Cap
    • 08230, Canchis Province, Cusco, Peru

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