The Yanaqocha Lake trek is a one-of-a-kind and convenient full day Sacred Valley adventure tour offered only by Puma Path Adventures. It begins at Antanuca, located only 20 minutes from the market and train station in Ollantaytambo, the gateway to Machu Picchu.
On the way up the mountain you will visit the Incan school Yachaywasy. As a unique add-on we’ll be offering an ancient blessing ceremony in honor of Pachamama (Mother Earth) before you continue to the private and sacred land of Antanuca. We then begin our trek to Yanaqocha Lake. This trek starts from 10,000 ft / 3000 m at Antanuca and finishes at 13,780 ft / 4200 m. Lunch will be served during our trek and after approximately 4 hours of trekking we will arrive at Lake Yanaqocha in time for a relaxing rest. If you’re up for a cool swim the lake is ready for you. This lake is on our private property at Antanunca. Enjoy the exclusive experience.
Yanaqocha means a black lake in the Quechua language (Incan language) it was built by the Incans as a reservoir for the Temple of the Sun because of its pristine location. Our Shaman will perform a purification ceremony for you from the sacred waters.
As this is a full day trek pick up is at 6am from your hotel in the Sacred Valley. For those staying in Cusco pick up is at 5am. Our aim is to begin the trek by 730a. ** Note, a minimum of 2 travelers is required to operate this private tour **
