About this experience
Discover the adventure to Humantay Lagoon. Draw an adventure in the middle of the spectacular Salkantay and Humantay Mountains, in the Andes Mountains with a trekking created for nature lovers, the Humantay Lagoon Tour
You will be able to observe the multicolored landscape of the Vilcabamba Mountain Range, which offers a contrast between glaciers, local crops, and this beautiful turquoise lagoon. This is a good option if you want to go hiking and have the best landscapes.
At a glance
- Duration: 12 hr
Plan your experience
Set aside 12 hr for the experience itself, with additional time to reach your meeting or pickup point.
Before you go
- Travelers should have a high 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
- trekking poles
- BUFFET
- bilingual guide
- Air-conditioned vehicle
- oxygen
- First aid box
- American
Not included
- Tip for the guide
- Enter the Humantay Lagoon
Itinerary and highlights
04:30 – 8:30: Pick up from lodging – Mollepata – Breakfast
At dawn, between 4:00 and 4:30, we will pick you up at the accommodation and begin the approximately 2-hour tour in our vehicle. You will see beautiful natural settings until you reach the small town of Mollepata (2,803 m / 9,186ft) where you charge energy. with delicious breakfast.
09:00 – 12:00: Mollepata – Soraypampa – Hike to Humantay
After breakfast, start the trip to the Soraypampa camp (3,800m / 12,467) where the climb begins for an hour and a half to the Humantay Lagoon, located in the Vilcabamba mountain range (4,200 m / 13,780). On this journey you will be able to spot alpacas, llamas and vicuñas, in the middle of the colorful mountains; and if the sky is clear, you will see the snow-capped mountains Salkantay and Humantay, known as “Apus” or spirits of the mountains.
The journey is classified as moderately difficult, so if you do not have the necessary physique, a Humantay Lagoon horseback tour is recommended to not only make the journey easier but also diversify the adventure. Finally, you arrive at the Humantay Lagoon where there is enough time to take photos and enjoy the landscape.
12:00 – 17:00: Return to Soraypampa – Lunch – Cusco
After contemplating the wonder of the melting ice and the Andean nature, the private transfer to Mollepata corresponds, where you enjoy a delicious and well-deserved lunch. Happy to have chosen this destination, we return to Cusco, arriving at approximately 5:00 p.m.
Meeting and pickup information
- Send the exact address, name of the accommodation and contact number. The transfer will pick you up in the hotel lobby, he will wear a black jacket and a cap with the logo of our company, he will also communicate with you.
- The transfer will pick you up in the hotel lobby, he will wear a black jacket and a cap with the logo of our company, he will also communicate with you.
Languages and tickets
- English — Guide
- Spanish — Guide
- Mobile Only
Tour operator
- ATV CUSCO ADVENTURES ON WHEELS
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 a high level of physical fitness
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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