Tour to Singrenacocha & 7 Lakes Trek in Ausangate – 2 Days with Sky Dome Experience
2 Days / 1 Night
Moderate
4,800 m / 15,748 ft
8
Explore Hidden Lakes and Sleep Beneath Ausangate
One turquoise lake hidden from every map plus seven colorful lagoons in two days, with one night sleeping in a glass dome facing Ausangate.
This is not the crowded 7 Lakes day trip. We start with Singrenacocha Lake at 4,360m, a secret turquoise lake beneath Ausangate at 6,384m where flamingos rest and only wind moves. Then we settle in Pacchanta at 4,200m for hot springs, chef prepared meals and a real bed in our private Sky Dome.
On day two you hike the famous 7 Lakes Circuit up to 4,800m. Pucacocha with red minerals, Patacocha and Alqaqocha beside queñua forests, Qomercocha and Orco Otorongo turquoise and sacred with jaguar shape, each a different shade of blue and green under glacier walls.
Built for travelers who want nature, comfort and true high mountain scenery without tents.
Duration: 2 Days / 1 Night, hotel pickup Day 1 to hotel drop Day 2
Route: Cusco to Ocongate to Pampacancha to Singrenacocha to Pacchanta to 7 Lakes Circuit to Pacchanta to Cusco
Highlights: Singrenacocha Lake 4,360m, 7 Lakes of Ausangate up to 4,800m, Pacchanta Hot Springs 4,200m, Sky Dome Pacchanta facing Ausangate 6,384m
Altitude: 4,360m at Singrenacocha, 4,800m at highest viewpoint, 4,200m sleep in Pacchanta
Difficulty: Moderate, best with 1 day acclimatization in Cusco, Day 2 is 16 km at altitude
Accommodation: Night 1 Sky Dome Pacchanta, private dome with private bathroom, hot shower, heating, WiFi and panoramic glass view of Ausangate
Two Journeys in One: Day 1 one hidden lake, Day 2 seven lagoons. Turquoise water, red mineral lake and sacred jaguar shaped lake in a single loop.
Sleep Beneath Apu Ausangate: Not a tent. Private Sky Dome at 4,200m with queen bed, private bathroom, hot shower, heating, WiFi and glass roof to stars. Wake to Ausangate glowing at sunrise outside your wall.
Sacred Energy at Every Step: Apu Ausangate at 6,384m guides the trail. Gratitude ceremony at Singrenacocha viewpoint, alpaca herds, wide open horizons and only wind.
Real Comfort at High Altitude: Hot springs in Pacchanta after the hike, chef prepared local meals, boiled water daily, hot water bottles and coca tea delivered to your dome.
Private and Unhurried: Private transport Cusco to Cusco, local guide from Ausangate region, no shared buses, no rushing, time for photos and ceremony.
Day 1 | The Hidden Lake: Cusco to Ocongate to Singrenacocha to Sky Dome Pacchanta
From city to secret turquoise lake to glass dome under stars.
Early Pickup and Box Breakfast on the Road Hotel pickup in Cusco at 5:00 AM in private transport. Travel south to Ocongate through the Andes. Box breakfast prepared by our chef with hot drinks and panoramic views as we climb.
Hike to Singrenacocha Lake at 4,360m From Pampacancha start point, moderate 4 km hike to viewpoint of Singrenacocha. Turquoise water reflecting Ausangate at 6,384m, often with flamingos and Andean geese. Your guide shares history and spiritual importance and leads a small gratitude ceremony to thank the Apus.
Afternoon in Pacchanta with Hot Springs and Sky Domes Return to Pacchanta at 4,200m where cook waits with hot lunch. Free afternoon to relax in natural hot springs at 10 soles with Ausangate in front. At night dinner in panoramic dining room and rest in Sky Dome with real bed, private bathroom, heating and glass roof to a thousand stars facing Ausangate.
Day 1 Stats: 4 km round trip | 2 hours hiking | Max altitude 4,360m at Singrenacocha | Sleep 4,200m in Pacchanta Sky Dome | Meals Box breakfast Lunch Dinner
Day 2 | The Seven Lakes: Pacchanta to 7 Lakes Circuit to Cusco
Seven lagoons, one morning, pure Ausangate.
Sunrise Breakfast and Start with Light Daypack Hot tea delivered to your dome, breakfast with sunrise over Ausangate. Hike carrying only small daypack, overnight duffel stays in vehicle.
The 7 Lakes Circuit up to 4,800m 16 km loop through pristine Ausangate. Alpaca herds, queñua forests, glacier walls and untouched valleys few visitors see.
You discover: Pucacocha Lake: reddish color from minerals Patacocha and Alqaqocha: high Andean lagoons surrounded by queñua and ice walls Qomercocha and Orco Otorongo: famous turquoise lakes, Otorongo shaped like wild jaguar of jungle, considered sacred by locals
Lunch in Pacchanta and Private Return to Cusco Return to Pacchanta for hot lunch and pack. Private transport back to Cusco with daytime views across southern valley. Arrival between 4:30 PM and 5:00 PM, drop at your hotel.
Day 2 Stats: 16 km loop | 5 hours hiking plus stops | Max altitude 4,800m at lakes viewpoint | Meals Breakfast Lunch
Package Details
Included & Not Included
What is Included for the Singrenacocha & 7 Lakes Trek with Sky Dome?
Transportation & Logistics
Door to Door Service: Private pickup from your Cusco hotel at 5:00 AM Day 1 and drop off at your hotel Day 2 between 4:30 PM and 5:00 PM
Private Mountain Transport: Private vehicle Cusco to Pampacancha Day 1 and Pacchanta to Cusco Day 2, driver fuel and parking included, support vehicle carries overnight duffel to Pacchanta
Access & Expertise
Official Entrances: Community entrance fees for Singrenacocha Lake and 7 Lakes Circuit included
Professional Leadership: Experienced English speaking mountain guide from Ausangate region both days, certified with radio and first aid, plus chef and dome host at Pacchanta
Premium Accommodations & Dining
Exclusive Glamping: Night 1 in private Sky Dome Pacchanta at 4,200m, queen bed, private bathroom with hot shower, WiFi, panoramic glass view of Ausangate at 6,384m
High Altitude Cuisine: Day 1 box breakfast, hot lunch and dinner. Day 2 breakfast and hot lunch. All meals prepared by cook with local products. Vegetarian vegan gluten free available with prior request
Safety & Essentials
Safety Protocol: First aid kit and emergency oxygen bottle in vehicle and at Pacchanta base, plus altitude briefing
Hydration: Boiled water provided daily at Pacchanta for refill
Not Included
Optional Gear: Trekking poles 15 USD for 2 days for pair, recommended for Day 2 descent. Request at booking
Wellness: Pacchanta Hot Springs entrance 10 soles, pay on site in cash, towel provided at dome
Insurance: Travel insurance recommended to cover trekking up to 5,000m, medical and emergency evacuation
Tipping: Gratuities for driver guide and cook at your discretion, average group tip 20 to 40 soles per staff
Travel Essentials
Important Information
High Altitude on Foot
This is a high altitude trek, not a Sacred Valley walk. You hike to 4,360 meters at Singrenacocha Lake on Day 1 and up to 4,800 meters on the 7 Lakes Circuit on Day 2, and you sleep at 4,200 meters in Pacchanta Sky Dome. That is higher than Salkantay Pass. You should arrive in Cusco at least 24 to 48 hours before Day 1 to acclimatize. Day 2 is the hardest with 16 km at altitude. Tell your guide how you feel, drink at least 2.5 liters of water per day and go slow at 4,800m. Hiking poles help a lot on Day 2.
Luggage and What Our Vehicle Carries
You hike light. You only carry a small daypack on trail. Your big suitcase stays free and safe in our office in Cusco at Garcilaso 210. For this 2 day tour you need one small duffel or backpack for one night in Pacchanta, max 6kg. That duffel goes in our private vehicle and meets you at Pacchanta Sky Domes. No need for horses or porters on this tour, vehicle carries everything.
Cash
Almost everything is included: private transport, Sky Dome, meals, guide. You only need small cash in Peruvian soles for Pacchanta hot springs entrance 10 soles, water and snacks on the road, and tips for guide and cook if you want to tip. Shops in Pacchanta do not take cards. No ATMs after Ocongate. Get soles in Cusco.
Insurance
If you opt for insurance, check that your policy covers trekking up to 5,000 meters, medical treatment and emergency evacuation in the Ausangate region. Helicopter evacuation from Pacchanta is very expensive without cover. Ausangate is remote, phone signal limited after Ocongate.
Mandatory Documentation
Bring your original passport for Day 1. We may need it for community checkpoints around Pacchanta and Ausangate. A photo or copy is not always accepted. Also carry travel insurance card if you have one. No Machu Picchu ticket needed for this tour.
Packing Essentials
You need sun and freezing in one small bag. Hot sun at midday at Singrenacocha, freezing wind at 4,800m on 7 Lakes and cold night at Pacchanta dome at 4,200m.
Keep your overnight bag at 6kg max. Carry only essentials on trail.
Essential Documents:Original passport mandatory for community checkpoints. Keep in ziploc.
Protection:Sunscreen SPF 50, sunglasses with UV protection, sun hat for day and warm beanie for 4,800m pass.
Weather Gear:Waterproof jacket and pants always in daypack, warm down jacket, gloves and beanie for 7 Lakes. Weather changes fast above 4,000m in Ausangate, rain possible even in dry season.
Clothing for Hiking:Long trekking pants, 2 moisture wicking shirts, thermal top and leggings for night in dome, warm socks for 2 days. Bring extra layer for dome evening at 4,200m.
Footwear:Waterproof hiking shoes with ankle support mandatory, broken in. No sneakers, trail has rocks and mud around lakes. Sandals fine for dome after hike and for hot springs.
Hydration and Food:Reusable 1L to 1.5L water bottle. We provide boiled water at Pacchanta to refill. Box breakfast Day 1, hot lunch Day 1 and Day 2, dinner Day 1 in dining dome, breakfast Day 2. Snacks included.
Small Extras:Headlamp for dome at night, power bank cold drains battery fast, camera, small cash in soles, trekking poles available for rent, swimsuit and small towel for hot springs, flip flops for springs.
Pro Tip: Start Day 2 early with layers you can take off. Mornings at Pacchanta are freezing at 4,200m, midday sun at 7 Lakes at 4,800m is very strong with reflection from lakes. Dress in 3 layers, not one big jacket.
Questions & Answers
FAQs
The Singrenacocha & 7 Lakes experience lasts 2 Days / 1 Night, including overnight at Sky Dome Pacchanta at 4,200 meters beneath Ausangate.
Hotel pickup in Cusco at 5:00 AM in private transport. We travel through Ocongate to Pampacancha where the hike to Singrenacocha begins.
At our exclusive Sky Dome in Pacchanta, at 4,200 meters facing Ausangate at 6,384 meters. Private dome with Queen bed, private bathroom with hot shower, heating, WiFi and panoramic glass for stars and sunrise over Ausangate.
Yes. Day 1: Box breakfast on the way, hot lunch in Pacchanta, dinner in our dining room. Day 2: Breakfast and lunch in Pacchanta. Vegetarian, vegan and gluten free available on request when you book.
Day 1: Singrenacocha Lake at 4,360 meters, hidden turquoise lake under Ausangate, with gratitude ceremony at viewpoint. Day 2: The 7 Lakes Circuit at up to 4,800 meters including Pucacocha, Patacocha, Alqaqocha, Qomercocha and Orco Otorongo.
Yes. After Singrenacocha on Day 1 you have free afternoon to relax in the natural hot springs of Pacchanta. Entrance 10 soles not included, pay on site. Towel provided at dome.
Yes. Private transportation Cusco to Pampacancha Day 1 and Pacchanta to Cusco Day 2 included from start to finish. No shared buses.
Yes. Experienced English-speaking professional mountain guide from Ausangate region included both days, plus chef and dome host at Pacchanta.
No, available as optional rental. 15 USD for 2 days for pair of trekking poles. Recommend for 7 Lakes downhill sections. Tell us at booking.
After lunch in Pacchanta on Day 2 we drive back with arrival in Cusco between 4:30 PM and 5:00 PM, drop off at your hotel.
Tour to Singrenacocha & 7 Lakes Trek in Ausangate – 2 Days with Sky Dome Experience
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