From Cusco: Glacier Quelccaya Full-Day Tour

Explore the Quelccaya Glacier, the world’s largest tropical ice cap. Enjoy stunning high-altitude landscapes, unique ice formations, and an immersive Andean adventure in a single full-day experience.
1. Early Departure from Cusco – 3:00 a.m.

Your adventure begins with a pickup at 3:00 a.m. from Plazoleta Regocijo. From there, we begin a scenic 5-hour drive toward the community of Phinaya, crossing some of the most impressive landscapes of the Andean highlands.

2. Arrival in Phinaya & Hike to the Quelccaya Glacier

Upon arrival in Phinaya, you will enjoy a traditional Andean breakfast.
We then continue by vehicle for approximately 1 hour until reaching the foothills of the Quelccaya Glacier, the largest tropical glacier in the world.

From this point, we start a gentle 15-minute hike to reach the glacier. Here, you will explore suspended ice formations, natural blue ice caves, and breathtaking snowy structures — a truly unique experience in the Andes.

️ 3. Lunch & Visit to Sibinacocha Lagoon

After the glacier visit, we return to Phinaya for a delicious Andean lunch.
We then board the transport again to begin the return journey toward Cusco, making a stop at the stunning Sibinacocha Lagoon, one of the largest and most beautiful lakes in the Andean region.

4. Return to Cusco – 9:00 p.m.
We conclude the experience with an evening arrival back in Cusco at approximately 9:00 p.m.

Per garantire la disponibilità, prenota il prima possibile. La prenotazione anticipata è consigliata soprattutto se stai pianificando il viaggio durante l'alta stagione come le festività pubbliche o i fine settimana.

Questa escursione può essere annullata senza costi fino a 24 ore prima dell'inizio del viaggio. Se la annulli dopo 24 ore o non ti presenti all'escursione, ti verrà comunque addebitato il prezzo intero dell'attività. Essere in ritardo al ritiro o alla partenza sarà considerato come non presentarsi.