Pallay Punchu/Vinicunca & 7 lagoons of Ausangate

🌄 PALLAY PUNCHU, VINICUNCA & 7 LAGOONS OF AUSANGATE

3-Day Expedition – A Photographer’s Dream Through Peru’s Wildest Landscapes

$860 USD per person (based on 4 travelers)
Adventure | Cultural | Nature | Photography | Short Tour | Wildlife

The Most Photogenic Trio in the Cusco Region

This is more than a tour. It’s a visual odyssey across three of the most breathtaking, surreal, and little-known landscapes in southern Peru. From the razor-sharp ridges of Pallay Punchu to the world-famous colors of Vinicunca Rainbow Mountain, and into the wild, glacial world of Ausangate’s 7 Lagoons—this expedition delivers sunset, sunrise, and starlight in places most travelers will never see.

Built for landscape and astro photographers, adventurers, and seekers of solitude, this 3-day itinerary skips the crowds, flips the schedule, and maximizes your time with the best light and the most authentic experience.

📸 Tour Highlights

✔ Sunset at Pallay Punchu – You’ll have it to yourself
✔ Sunrise at Vinicunca – Beat the crowds and catch the colors in golden light
✔ Astro-photography beneath Ausangate Glacier – No light pollution, Milky Way skies
✔ 7 Glacial Lagoons – A photographer’s playground of reflections, textures, and tones
✔ Natural hot springs with glacier views at Pacchanta
✔ Full photo support from a professional guide every step of the way
✔ Small-group experience that supports local communities

🌄 Day-by-Day Journey Overview

Day 1 – Pallay Punchu Sunset Session

Depart Cusco in the morning, with a scenic stop at the Inca bridge of Checacupe. By early afternoon, you’ll reach the jagged mountain range of Pallay Punchu, overlooking the massive Langui Lake. After time to explore, shoot, and soak in the silence, you’ll return to Sicuani for dinner and a well-deserved rest in a comfortable 3-star hotel.

Day 2 – Sunrise at Vinicunca & Ausangate Stargazing

Start early—your timing will depend on the season—to reach Vinicunca before anyone else. Enjoy complete photographic freedom as the sun climbs over the rainbow ridges. After a hearty meal, head toward Pacchanta, a remote Andean village nestled below Ausangate Glacier. Soak in the natural hot springs, enjoy a home-cooked dinner, and—if the skies are clear—prepare for an incredible astro-photography session under one of Peru’s darkest skies.

Day 3 – The 7 Lagoons Trek

After an early breakfast, you’ll begin your trek to the 7 lagoons, with departure time tailored to light, weather, and your pace. Photograph crystal-clear lakes, local shepherds, and snow-capped peaks in near solitude. After lunch, you’ll return to Cusco by late afternoon, with a heart full of stories and a camera full of unforgettable shots.

Feeling adventurous? Ask us about the secret sunrise viewpoint above all 13 lagoons – a challenging but epic trail for experienced hikers only.

📍 Locations Covered

• Pallay Punchu of Apu Tákllo Apacheta

• Langui Lake

• Vinicunca Rainbow Mountain (Sunrise)

• Ausangate Glacier & Pacchanta

• 7 Glacial Lagoons of Ausangate

• Optional: Secret ridge viewpoint above all 13 lagoons

✅ Included

✔ Private transportation throughout
✔ All meals: Lunch & dinner Day 1, breakfast & dinner Day 2, breakfast & lunch Day 3
✔ 1 night in a 3-star hotel in Sicuani
✔ 1 night at a local lodge in Pacchanta
✔ Natural hot springs access
✔ Entrance to all parks and trails
✔ Professional photography guide
✔ Astro photography session (weather permitting)
✔ Horse assistance if needed (for parts of the trek)

🎒 What to Bring

• Photography gear (mid-range zoom, wide-angle, tripod, ND/CPL filters)

• Warm clothing (nights are cold—gloves, hat, thermal layers essential)

• Rain jacket & waterproof backpack cover

• Comfortable hiking shoes

• Headlamp (required for sunrise/night sessions)

• A sense of adventure and your best smile!

💰 Tour Prices (All Ages)

• 💲 1 person – $1750 USD

• 💲 2 people – $990 USD per person

• 💲 3 people – $850 USD per person

• 💲 4+ people – $690 USD per person
  📩 Big group? Send us an email for custom rates.

📅 Book Your Ultimate Andes Photo Adventure Today

📧 Email: [email protected]
🌐 Website: www.andeanphotoexpeditions.com