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Excursion to Quelcaya Glaciar from Cusco | Private Tour |
Cusco
Important Information
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Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
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Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
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If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
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This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
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Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
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The Quelccaya glacier is unique for being the largest tropical glacier in the world, for its great climatic and scientific importance, as it preserves information from thousands of years ago, and for being a vital source of water for the high Andean communities, in addition to offering an imposing and little-explored natural landscape.
Highlights
13 hours
Offered in English & Spanish
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
13 hours
Offered in English & Spanish
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
Profesional Guide
Lunch
Breakfast
Transportation
Extra expenses
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Excursion to Quelcaya Glaciar from Cusco | Private Tour |
Cusco
About
The Quelccaya glacier is unique for being the largest tropical glacier in the world, for its great climatic and scientific importance, as it preserves information from thousands of years ago, and for being a vital source of water for the high Andean communities, in addition to offering an imposing and little-explored natural landscape.
We will pick you up from your hotel (preferably within the historic center) at a specified time, and we will head towards Phinaya for a journey of approximately 5 hours, reaching an altitude of 4,700 meters above sea level, passing through high-altitude landscapes.
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Centro poblado Phinaya
In this community, we will receive our nutritious breakfast, with a 1-hour break. After breakfast, we will travel for approximately 45 minutes by vehicle to reach the foothills of the Quelcaya Glacier. From there, we will embark on a 30-minute hike to the glacier. Along the way, you will be able to observe lagoons, streams, vicuñas, and the imposing mountains of the Vilcanota mountain range. (Please note that horses are not available.)
2 hours
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Quelccaya Ice Cap
We will explore the Glacier's surroundings for 50 minutes, reaching an altitude of over 5,600 meters above sea level. You will have time to take photographs and contemplate this impressive natural environment.
1 hour
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Centro poblado Phinaya
After the glacier visit, we will return to the community of Phinaya for a delicious local lunch. Afterwards, we will begin our return journey to Cusco, making a special stop at the magical Sibinacocha Lagoon so you can enjoy the view of this beautiful place and make any purchases you wish.
1 hour
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Cusco
At approximately 4:00 pm we will begin our return trip to the city of Cusco.
The tour will end with our arrival in Cusco at approximately 9:00 pm, dropping you off one block from the Plaza de Armas for your convenience.
