Share this tour
Offered languages
- English
- Spanish
Discover Qelccaya Glacier, the world's largest tropical glacier, on an unforgettable adventure from Cusco. Journey through the breathtaking Vilcanota Mountain Range, enjoy included breakfast and lunch, and hike among snow-capped peaks, alpacas, and glacial lakes. Upon arrival, admire the glacier's impressive ice formations, capture incredible photos, and learn about this remarkable ecosystem with a professional guide. A perfect experience for nature lovers, hiking enthusiasts, and adventure seekers.
What's Included
Meeting and pickup
Pickup is available only from hotels, hostels, and accommodations located within Cusco Historic Center. If your accommodation is outside our pickup area (including Airbnbs, private apartments, or hotels located in Huayruropata, Magisterio, San Sebastián, San Jerónimo, or the Sacred Valley), you will be assigned a meeting point in the city center, usually Plaza Regocijo. Your exact pickup time will be confirmed one day before the tour (between 6:00 PM and 8:00 PM). Please be ready in your hotel lobby 10 minutes before the scheduled pickup time. The vehicle will wait a maximum of 5 minutes before continuing its route.
Meeting Point: Plaza Regocijo, Cusco Historic Center. If your accommodation is outside our pickup area, meet us here. We will contact you by WhatsApp or email one day before the tour to confirm your exact meeting time.
Itinerary
-
1Quelccaya Ice Cap
Your adventure begins early in the morning with pickup from your hotel, provided it is located within Cusco's Historic Center. If your accommodation is outside our pickup area, a nearby meeting point will be arranged in advance. Once the group is gathered, we will travel by tourist transportation through the southern Andes, passing picturesque villages, breathtaking mountain scenery, and the stunning landscapes of the Vilcanota Mountain Range. After several hours on the road, you will stop to enjoy a delicious breakfast before continuing to the starting point of the hike. Upon arrival, your guide will provide a safety briefing and explain the route, altitude, and important recommendations for the trek. You will then begin a hike of approximately 1.5 hours through spectacular high-altitude scenery, where you may see alpacas, llamas, vicuñas, and snow-capped peaks.
2 hours • Admission ticket free -
2Quelccaya Ice Cap
Upon reaching Qelccaya Glacier, the world's largest tropical glacier, you will have ample time to admire its magnificent ice formations, take memorable photographs, enjoy the peaceful surroundings, and learn about its ecological importance as well as the impact of climate change on this remarkable natural wonder. After exploring the glacier, you will hike back to your vehicle and continue to a local restaurant to enjoy a buffet lunch prepared with regional ingredients. Finally, you will begin our return journey to Cusco, where the tour ends with drop-off in the historic city center, completing an unforgettable day surrounded by some of the most spectacular landscapes in the Peruvian Andes.
10 hours • Admission ticket free
Additional info
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Tags
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Cancellation Policy
- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
Your guide to the flawless travel experience
Popular Countries
Get our app
