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Humantay Lagoon in Private: Arrive Before the Crowd

About this experience

Enjoy one of the most popular trekking tours in Cusco and be one of the first to reach the top with our expert trekking guide.

This private tour takes you to the Humantay Lagoon earlier than the other groups, our idea is that you enjoy its scenic beauty to the fullest, ensuring a more intimate experience of the serene lake and the snow-capped mountain behind it.

At a glance

  • Duration: 10 hr
  • Private experience

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Humantay Lagoon in Private: Arrive Before the Crowd
Pickup included

Plan your experience

Time on the tour10 hr
Getting therePickup offeredSee pickup details
Guide languagesEnglish (live guide), Spanish (live guide)
Tour arrangementPrivate experience

Set aside 10 hr for the experience itself, with additional time to reach your meeting or pickup point.

Before you go

  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness

Local guides to help you plan

Humantay Lake Day Trip From Cusco

Plan a Humantay Lake day trip from Cusco with practical guidance on transport, weather, acclimatization, costs, accessibility, packing, and booking a suitable tour.

What is included

  • Oxygen during the walk
  • Breakfast
  • Air-conditioned vehicle
  • walking poles
  • Expert trekking guide
  • Buffet Lunch (There are also vegetarian and vegan options)

Not included

  • Entrance to the Humantay Lagoon

Itinerary and highlights

At 3:30 a.m. we will pick you up from your hotel in Cusco, we will have a trip to Mollepata where an included breakfast awaits us.

Then we go to the parking lot, we will have the guide's briefing before starting the walk.

The estimated time of the walk is 1h30min to the Humantay Lagoon, upon arrival we will be one of the first to enjoy its scenic beauty.

From there, together with our guide, we will walk to the best viewpoints so that you can take excellent pictures.

Then we will return to the parking point to board the transport, then we will return to Mollepata where a hearty lunch awaits you.

Finally we will return to Cusco to drop you off at your hotel, arriving at 3:30 p.m.

Meeting and pickup information

  • Our tour begins with the pick up from your respective hotel in Cusco, the hotel has to be in the historic center.

Languages and tickets

  • English — Guide
  • Spanish — Guide
  • Mobile Only

Tour operator

  • Runas Trip Peru

Meeting points and locations

Accessibility and practical details

  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • 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.

Questions about this experience

How long is this experience?
The supplier lists a duration of 10 hr.
What are the pickup arrangements?
Our tour begins with the pick up from your respective hotel in Cusco, the hotel has to be in the historic center.
Which guide languages are listed?
English (live guide), Spanish (live guide).
What ticket format is listed?
Mobile ticket.
What ticket age bands are listed?
Adult tickets: age 5+. Check the practical details for participation requirements.
What is the cancellation policy?
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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