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Cusco : Humantay Lake Hike – Guided Hiking with Lunch

About this experience

Prepare for a high-altitude adventure as you hike to the pristine Humantay Lake, a jewel nestled in the Andean mountains. Witness the glacial beauty of this turquoise gem, surrounded by towering peaks and lush landscapes. This excursion promises a nature lover's dream come true.

At a glance

  • Duration: 12 hr

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Cusco : Humantay Lake Hike - Guided Hiking with Lunch
Pickup included

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Time on the tour12 hr
Getting therePickup offeredSee pickup details
Guide languagesEnglish (live guide), Spanish (live guide)

Set aside 12 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

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Humantay Lake Day Trip From Cusco

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What is included

  • Tourist Transportation (Small group)
  • Pick up from your hotel
  • First Aid and Oxygen Kits
  • Professional Tourism Guide: English/Spanish
  • Breakfast & Lunch

Not included

  • Entrance ticket to Humantay Lagoon (24 soles)
  • Horses

Itinerary and highlights

At 5am the minivan will pick you up from your accommodation in Cusco city

• Thus we begin the tour to Humantay Lagoon, and then take a 2-hour trip through beautiful landscapes.

• Then we will arrive to Mollepata located at 2900 meters above sea level. small town where we will have a delicious breakfast and then continue our route for about 45 minutes on the road until we reach Soraypampa (3900 meters above sea level), The beautiful views of the mountains and snow-capped mountains will welcome us, our guide will perform a small Andean ritual ceremony to begin walking,

• Then it will be approximately an hour and a half to two hours of climbing until you reach the beautiful Humantay Lagoon (4200 m.a.s.l.),

• Located on the slopes of the snow-capped mountain of the same name, upon arrival we will have between 40 minutes to an hour to enjoy the tranquility and peace of this place and take our photographs.

• After, we will begin to descend again to Soraypampa (approximately one hour downhill) so that our mobility returns us to Mollepata where a delicious lunch will be waiting for you.

Then return to Cusco

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Meeting and pickup information

  • We will pick up from Cusco Historic Center

Languages and tickets

  • English — Guide
  • Spanish — Guide
  • Mobile Only

Tour operator

  • IZI PERU

Accessibility and practical details

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • 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 12 hr.
What are the pickup arrangements?
We will pick up from Cusco 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 1+. 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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