About this experience
A popular day trip from Cusco, Humantay Lake and its natural wonders are best experienced by hike, but navigating on your own can be challenging. This full-day guided sightseeing tour includes round-trip travel from Cusco,plus breakfast and lunch—everything is taken care of for you to enjoy your trek in full. Admire panoramic views over Apurimac River and Humantay Lake, and learn of the region’s Inca history.
At a glance
- Duration: 12 hr 30 min
Plan your experience
Set aside 12 hr 30 min 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
- First aid kit and emergency oxygen
- Professional guide
- Transport by van
- Hotel Pickup with in the historical center of Cusco
- Buffet lunch
- Breakfast
- 1 Breakfast, 1 lunch ( vegetarian option)
Not included
- Humantay Lake
Itinerary and highlights
Depart Cusco and immerse yourself in nature with a vigorous 7-kilometer hike at 4,200 meters above sea level through the Andes. Experience the majestic beauty of the Salkantay and Humantay snow-capped mountains.
With luck, you might even spot the Andean condor and the fox.
Learn more about Peru's extraordinary geology, flora, and fauna from your expert local guide.
Enjoy the impressive Vilcabamba mountain range and its wonderful views at the Humantay Lagoon. Purify your spirit and attract positive energy for a fulfilling life before returning to Cusco.
Meeting and pickup information
- We will be picking you up from your hotel within the historic centre of Cusco
Languages and tickets
- English — Guide
- Spanish — Guide
- Mobile Only
Tour operator
- Minka Peru Expeditions
Accessibility and practical details
- 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
All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.
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