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An ice cave with icicles, snow-covered rocks, and a frozen stream. 1
A glacier with a calving ice cliff and a calm water body reflecting the sky. 2
A person standing on a rocky outcrop with a glacier in the background. 3
A snow-covered landscape with a large white cliff and a clear blue sky. 4
A glacier with a person standing in front of it. 5

Private Quelccaya Glacier Adventure in the Vilcanota Mountains

By Machupicchu Holiday
Free cancellation available
Price is P 12,455 per adult
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Features

  • Free cancellation available
  • 15h
  • Mobile voucher
  • Instant confirmation
  • Selective hotel pickup
  • Multiple languages

Overview

Explore the Quelccaya Glacier, the world’s largest tropical glacier, nestled in the stunning Vilcanota Mountain Range. This adventure offers easy trails perfect for families and first-time trekkers, leading you to breathtaking vistas of turquoise lagoons and majestic snow-capped peaks. Encounter Andean wildlife like vicuñas and alpacas in their natural habitat, while savoring delicious traditional meals made from local ingredients. This journey blends nature and culture, providing a unique experience in one of Peru’s most pristine regions.

Activity location

  • Quelccaya Ice Cap
    • 08230, Canchis Province, Cusco, Peru

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • Quelccaya Ice Cap
    • 08230, Canchis Province, Cusco, Peru

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What's included, what's not

  • Inclusions
    First aid kit
  • Inclusions
    Local breakfast
  • Inclusions
    Professional bilingual guide (Spanish–English)
  • Inclusions
    Tourist transportation
  • Inclusions
    Local lunch
  • Exclusions
    Meals not mentioned
  • Exclusions
    Personal expenses.
  • Exclusions
    Quelcaya

Know before you book

    • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
    • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
    • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Activity itinerary

Quelccaya Ice Cap

  • 15h
Enjoy a unique Andean adventure by visiting the Quelccaya Glacier, the largest tropical glacier in the world, located in the stunning Vilcanota Mountain Range. The tour includes hotel pickup from the historic center of Cusco at 3:00 a.m. and a comfortable drive to the Phinaya area, followed by a short and moderate walk to a natural viewpoint of the glacier. This experience is ideal for families, first-time travelers, and nature lovers. The journey is complemented with a traditional Andean breakfast and a home-style lunch prepared with local ingredients, supporting highland communities and promoting responsible tourism. Return to Cusco at the end of the day with unforgettable memories of one of southern Peru’s most impressive landscapes.

Location

Activity location

  • LOB_ACTIVITIESLOB_ACTIVITIES
    Quelccaya Ice Cap
    • 08230, Canchis Province, Cusco, Peru

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • PEOPLEPEOPLE
    Quelccaya Ice Cap
    • 08230, Canchis Province, Cusco, Peru

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