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Excursión to Humantay Lake Full Day from Cusco

About this experience

The Humantay Laguna Tour of 1 Day was for nature lovers who have a day off or visitors who arrive in Cusco and can not take the salkantay tour 5 days / 4 nights, during this walk you will appreciate the flora and wildlife throughout our trip to the Humantay Lagoon and the sacred mountains or sacred Apus as Salkantay.

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  • Duration: 15 hr

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Excursión to Humantay Lake Full Day from Cusco
Pickup included

Plan your experience

Time on the tour15 hr
Getting therePickup offeredSee pickup details
Guide languagesEnglish (live guide), Spanish (live guide)

Set aside 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

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Humantay Lake Day Trip From Cusco

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What is included

  • Oxygen assistance
  • Air-conditioned vehicle
  • Breakfast & Lunch
  • Tour Guide
  • Walk stick

Not included

  • Horses rent optional
  • Entrance

Itinerary and highlights

The tour begins at 4:30 AM with pick-up from your hotel in Cusco. You will then travel by bus to reach the next stop.

After traveling for some time, you will arrive in the town of Mollepata where you will enjoy a delicious breakfast before continuing the journey.

After breakfast, you will continue to Soraypampa, where you will begin the hike towards the stunning Humantay Lake (4,250 meters above sea level).
The hike takes approximately 1.5 hours, and once you reach the lake, you will have enough time to appreciate its majestic beauty. There will also be a demonstration of an offering to the sacred Apus, and you can participate if you wish.

After your time at the lake, you will descend back to Soraypampa to take the bus back to Mollepata.

Once you arrive in Mollepata, you will enjoy a delicious lunch before continuing on your journey.

Finally, you will travel back to Cusco, arriving around 6:00 PM.

Meeting and pickup information

  • Pick up from Hotel in the city centre.

Languages and tickets

  • English — Guide
  • Spanish — Guide
  • Mobile Only

Tour operator

  • Chullos Travel 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 15 hr.
What are the pickup arrangements?
Pick up from Hotel in the city centre.
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 0+. 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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