About this experience
Humantay Lakes is one of the most beautiful lakes in the region of Cusco. It stands out for its unique color, a mixed of green and blue. Its unusual aspect has given this lake the unofficial title of "hidden gem of the Andes". Visiting Humantay Lake used to be reserved just for those who enrolled in the Salkantay Trek, a hiking of 5 days. Nowadays, this wonderful lagoon can be explored in just one day.
At a glance
- Duration: 14 hr–15 hr
Plan your experience
Set aside 14 hr–15 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
- Round trip transport
- First aid kit
- Lunch
- Bilingual guide (English - Spanish)
- Breakfast
- Cusco hotel pick up
Not included
- Any personal expenses
- Dinner
- Horse rent from the base camp (optional)
- Entrance fees
Itinerary and highlights
We will pick you up from your hotel at 3:00 am to start our adventure. Then we will drive for around 5 hours in our private vehicle to the small town of Soraypampa. Here we will have breakfast before starting the hike to the stunning Humantay Lake.
The Humantay Lake, also known as the Humantay Lagoon, is located at a height of 4200 meters above sea level. Its waters come from Salkantay mountain, a place considered sacred by the locals. Humantay stands out for its blue and green colors, which contrast with the rugged andean terrain. This lake creates a perfect background for taking photos.
Travellers must walk for around 1.5 hours from Soraypampa before reaching Humantay lake. Once there, we will spend some time admiring the amazing andean landscape.
Then, we will go back to Soraypampa. The return hike takes aroud 45 minutes. Once there, we will drive to Mollepata town to have lunch. Finally, we will go back to Cusco city. We will arrive at Cusco at around 5:00 pm.
Meeting and pickup information
- Main Square of Cusco
Languages and tickets
- English — Guide
- Spanish — Guide
- Mobile Only
Tour operator
- Samex Tours Perú Travel Agency
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.
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