7-Day Ausangate Trek to Sibinacocha Lake
A challenging high-altitude trek through the Vilcanota Mountain Range of southern Peru
7-Day Ausangate Trek to Sibinacocha Lake
A Challenging High-Altitude Trek Through the Peruvian Andes
Explore one of the most remote trekking routes near Cusco with our 7-Day Ausangate Trek to Sibinacocha Lake, an extraordinary high-altitude adventure through the Vilcanota Mountain Range of southern Peru.
This 7-day, 6-night trekking expedition follows the landscapes surrounding the sacred Apu Ausangate before continuing toward the spectacular Sibinacocha Lake. Along the way, discover turquoise glacial lakes, dramatic mountain passes, wide Andean valleys, traditional communities, and breathtaking views of snow-covered peaks.
Unlike shorter Ausangate trekking tours, this extended route allows you to experience a quieter and more remote side of the Peruvian Andes. You will hike across rugged mountain terrain, camp in spectacular high-altitude settings, and travel through landscapes where llamas, alpacas, and wild vicuñas may be seen.
Operated by a local trekking team based in Cusco, this adventure combines professional guiding, camping support, freshly prepared meals, and small-group service for a more personalized experience.
If you are looking for a challenging Peru trekking tour in 2027, the Ausangate and Sibinacocha expedition offers an unforgettable journey into the heart of the high Andes.
Tour Information
Duration: 7 days / 6 nights
Destination: Cusco and the Vilcanota Mountain Range, Peru
Highest elevation: Approximately 5,200 m / 17,060 ft, depending on the route
Difficulty: Challenging
Accommodation: Mountain campsites
Departure point: Cusco, Peru
Group size: Maximum 8 travelers, subject to confirmation for your departure
Best season: Generally May to September
Tour style: Guided high-altitude trekking expedition
Previous trekking experience, good physical fitness, and adequate acclimatization are strongly recommended. Conditions in the high Andes can change rapidly, even during the dry season.
Ausangate & Sibinacocha Trek Highlights
Explore the Ausangate region: Trek through the spectacular landscapes surrounding one of the most iconic snow-capped mountains near Cusco.
Discover Sibinacocha Lake: Experience the vast turquoise waters and remote wilderness of this remarkable high-altitude Andean lake.
Cross high mountain passes: Challenge yourself on demanding trails reaching approximately 5,000 meters or higher.
Visit remote Andean communities: Experience the rural landscapes and traditional ways of life of communities along the route.
Camp beneath the Vilcanota peaks: Spend nights surrounded by dramatic mountain scenery, open valleys, and clear high-Andean skies when weather conditions allow.
Observe Andean wildlife: Look for llamas, alpacas, vicuñas, vizcachas, and high-altitude bird species in their natural environment.
Travel with local trekking professionals: Enjoy the support of an experienced guiding and camping team based in Cusco.
Experience remote trekking in Peru: Venture beyond the busiest tourist routes on a demanding 7-day wilderness adventure.
7-Day Ausangate Trek to Sibinacocha Lake — Detailed Itinerary
Day 1: Cusco – Tinqui – Pacchanta
Your Ausangate and Sibinacocha trekking adventure begins with an early pickup from your hotel in Cusco. Travel southeast through the Andean countryside, passing Urcos, Ccatcca, and Ocongate before reaching Tinqui.
From Tinqui, begin hiking toward Pacchanta, a traditional Andean community located beneath the impressive Ausangate massif. Enjoy your first views of the surrounding mountains and experience the peaceful atmosphere of this high-altitude region.
After arriving in the Pacchanta area, settle into camp and enjoy dinner prepared by your trekking cook.
Hiking distance: Approximately 10 km / 6.2 mi
Walking time: Approximately 3.5–4 hours
Accommodation: Camping
Meals: Lunch and dinner
Day 2: Pacchanta – Qomerqocha Lake
After breakfast, continue through the Pacchanta Valley, gradually gaining elevation across open high-Andean terrain. The route offers views of rugged slopes, grazing llamas and alpacas, and the surrounding snow-covered peaks.
Continue toward Qomerqocha Lake, where the team establishes camp in a spectacular mountain setting. Take time to appreciate the remote scenery and prepare for the more demanding stages ahead.
Hiking distance: Approximately 11 km / 6.8 mi
Walking time: Approximately 5 hours
Highest elevation: Approximately 4,800 m / 15,748 ft
Accommodation: Camping
Meals: Breakfast, lunch, and dinner
Day 3: Qomerqocha Lake – Yanamayo
After breakfast, leave Qomerqocha Lake and continue along the remote trails of the Vilcanota Mountain Range. The landscape opens into broad valleys surrounded by impressive Andean peaks.
Today's hike leads toward Yanamayo, an isolated mountain area where the team sets up camp. Enjoy the quiet surroundings and rest before the next high-pass crossing.
Hiking distance: Approximately 11 km / 6.8 mi, subject to route confirmation
Walking time: Approximately 7 hours, subject to route confirmation
Accommodation: Camping
Meals: Breakfast, lunch, and dinner
Day 4: Yanamayo – High Mountain Passes – Condorpaso
This is one of the most demanding stages of the Ausangate and Sibinacocha trek. After an early breakfast, begin climbing toward Yanaqocha and the high mountain passes along the route.
As you ascend above 5,000 meters, experience dramatic geological formations, colorful mountain landscapes, and views across the remote Vilcanota region. Continue toward Condorpaso, where the team establishes camp for the night.
The combination of elevation gain, rugged terrain, and a long walking day makes this stage particularly challenging.
Hiking distance: Approximately 17 km / 10.5 mi
Walking time: Approximately 9 hours
Highest elevation: Approximately 5,100 m / 16,732 ft
Accommodation: Camping
Meals: Breakfast, lunch, and dinner
Day 5: Condorpaso – Mormorani – Sibinacocha Lake
Continue deeper into the remote Vilcanota Mountain Range, traveling through the high-Andean landscapes of Mormorani toward Sibinacocha Lake.
As you approach the lake, the scenery becomes increasingly expansive, with glacial landscapes, open valleys, and surrounding mountain peaks. This is one of the defining highlights of the extended Ausangate trekking experience.
Upon arrival, establish camp near Sibinacocha Lake and enjoy the peaceful atmosphere of this spectacular high-altitude environment.
Walking time and distance: To be confirmed against the final operational route
Accommodation: Camping near Sibinacocha Lake
Meals: Breakfast, lunch, and dinner
Day 6: Sibinacocha Lake – Yayamari – Ccascara
Start early and hike along the shores of Sibinacocha Lake toward the Yayamari community. The surrounding landscape offers impressive views of the lake and the rugged mountain scenery.
Continue across open high-Andean plains, where llamas and alpacas are commonly seen and vicuñas may be spotted. Proceed toward Abra Ccascana and the Ccascara area, where the team establishes the final campsite of the expedition.
Keep your camera ready for the dramatic mountain scenery and opportunities to observe high-Andean birdlife.
Hiking distance: Approximately 11 km / 6.8 mi
Walking time: Approximately 5.5 hours
Highest elevation: Approximately 5,070 m / 16,634 ft
Accommodation: Camping
Meals: Breakfast, lunch, and dinner, subject to final meal-plan confirmation
Day 7: Ccascara – Phinaya – Cusco
After breakfast, continue toward Phinaya, a remote Andean community surrounded by the impressive mountains of the Vilcanota range.
After reaching Phinaya, board your return vehicle and travel back to Cusco. Arrive in the city after completing seven days of challenging trekking through one of Peru's most remote mountain regions.
Walking time: Approximately 3.5 hours, subject to route confirmation
Accommodation: Not included
Meals: Breakfast and lunch, subject to final meal-plan confirmation
Transportation: Phinaya to Cusco
End of services.
What's Included in the Ausangate & Sibinacocha Trek?
Your 7-day Ausangate and Sibinacocha trekking package includes the essential services needed for a supported high-altitude camping expedition.
Professional English-speaking trekking guide.
Assistant guide when required for larger groups, according to the operator's group policy.
Professional trekking cook.
Muleteers and pack animals for camping and cooking equipment.
Personal luggage transport of up to 10 kg per traveler, subject to the confirmed porter or mule arrangement.
Hotel pickup in Cusco.
Ground transportation from Cusco to Tinqui.
Return transportation from Phinaya to Cusco.
Camping equipment, including a shared dining tent and sleeping mattress.
Mountain camping accommodation for the six nights of the expedition.
Meals during the trek, according to the confirmed itinerary.
Drinking water during the trek, according to the operational water-supply plan.
First-aid kit and emergency oxygen carried by the trekking team.
Trekking poles, if confirmed as part of the package.
Trek organization and support from our local team in Cusco.
What's Not Included
The following services and expenses are not included in the standard Ausangate and Sibinacocha trekking package unless specifically confirmed in your booking:
International flights and domestic flights.
Accommodation in Cusco before or after the trek.
Breakfast and lunch on Day 1.
Dinner on Day 7 and any other meals not listed in the confirmed itinerary.
Sleeping bag, unless you select the comfort equipment package.
Inflatable or insulated sleeping mattress upgrade, if applicable.
Pillow and additional camping comfort equipment, unless booked in advance.
Personal trekking equipment, clothing, and footwear.
Personal travel and evacuation insurance covering high-altitude trekking.
Personal expenses and snacks.
Tips for the guide, cook, muleteers, and support staff.
Additional transportation or services not specified in the confirmed itinerary.
Any service not explicitly listed under “What's Included.”
Price per person:2027
1 traveler $1,590
2 travelers $1,090
3 travelers $990
4 travelers $940
5 travelers $900
6 travelers $870
8 travelers $850
Is the Ausangate & Sibinacocha Trek Difficult?
The Ausangate Trek to Sibinacocha Lake is a challenging high-altitude trekking expedition in Peru. It involves long walking days, rugged mountain terrain, cold nights, and passes reaching approximately 5,000 meters or higher.
This trek is best suited to travelers with good physical fitness and preferably previous experience hiking at altitude. We recommend spending several days acclimatizing in Cusco or another high-altitude destination before departure.
What Is the Best Time to Hike Ausangate and Sibinacocha?
The dry season, generally from May to September, is often the preferred period for trekking in the Vilcanota Mountain Range. These months typically offer better opportunities for mountain views, although cold temperatures, wind, and sudden weather changes remain possible.
The rainy season generally extends from October through April. Conditions vary, and the route should be assessed before departure.
How High Is the Ausangate & Sibinacocha Trek?
The expedition reaches mountain passes above 5,000 meters (16,400 feet), with a maximum elevation that may be approximately 5,200 meters (17,060 feet), depending on the final route.
Because of the altitude, proper acclimatization and preparation are essential.
What Wildlife Can I See on the Trek?
The high-Andean landscapes around Ausangate and Sibinacocha are home to llamas, alpacas, vicuñas, vizcachas, and bird species adapted to mountain environments. Wildlife sightings depend on the season, weather, and local conditions.
Can I Book a Private Ausangate & Sibinacocha Trek for 2027?
Yes. A private departure can be requested for 2027, subject to guide, transport, and support-team availability. Private service may allow more flexibility with hiking pace, photography stops, and camp arrangements.
Contact Inca Land Adventures with your preferred dates and group size to request a personalized quotation.
Is the Ausangate Trek the Same as the Inca Trail to Machu Picchu?
No. The Ausangate and Sibinacocha trek is a high-altitude wilderness expedition in the Vilcanota Mountain Range. The Classic Inca Trail follows a different route and is associated with archaeological sites and access to Machu Picchu.
If you are comparing Peru trekking tours for 2027, choose Ausangate for remote mountain landscapes and high-altitude hiking, or the Classic Inca Trail if your main goal is to reach Machu Picchu on the historic trail.
How Can I Book the Ausangate Trek to Sibinacocha Lake?
Send Inca Land Adventures your preferred travel dates, number of travelers, and whether you prefer a private or small-group departure. Our team can then confirm availability, the final itinerary, included services, and the applicable 2027 price.
EXTRAS. Confort package usd 150.00
Sleeping Bag –per trek (It will be clean and warm)
Air Mattress –per trek (Therma rest mattresses)
Walking Poles - per pair per trek (Professional poles that can be extended)
Pillow per trek:
7-Day High Altitude Trekking Adventure in Peru — Ausangate & Sibinacocha
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