About this experience
This route is ideal for nature lovers who don't have many days in Cusco. You will find spectacular scenery, exotic flora and fauna along this hike through beautiful valleys and snow-capped Mountain peaks especially at the lagoon Humantay is a real treat for the eye which is regarded as one of the region's holiest mountains lakes.
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 at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Minimum age is 12 years
- Recomended to bring: Sun screen, Sun glasses, Sun-hat, trekking shoes, rain poncho, bottled water, snacks, money, extra clothes & back pack
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
- Bilingual professional guide
- Transport from Cusco to Soraypampa (round trip)
- Pick-up at your hotel inside the historical center of Cusco
- Oxygen bottle and first aid kit box
- Trekking Poles
- Entrance Fee to Humantay
- Warm Blankets
- Breakfast & lunch
Not included
- Tips
Itinerary and highlights
We will pick you up at your hotel in Cusco between 4pm and 5pm, from where we will start our adventure to the Humantay Lagoon with a 3.5 hour drive to Soraypampa, which is the starting point of the hike. In Soraypampa we will have a breakfast, before starting our trek. From Soraypampa we will start hiking up to the Humantay Lagoon (4200 m.a.s.l.) with beautiful views and if the sky is clear enough, we can see the impressive snow-capped Salkantay and Humantay mountain peaks. It is a 1.5 hour hike to the lagoon, and is more than worth it when you see the magical view. The hiking route ascend 80% of the way while the rest of the hike is plan. We will have enough time to take pictures and enjoy its beautiful surroundings. After some free time and a guided tour, we will start our descent to Soraypampa, which is a lot easier than the way up. In Soraypampa lunch is awaiting us and after some rest, we will return to Cusco where we will arrive around 5.30pm at Plaza Regocijo.
Meeting and pickup information
- Pick-up at your hotel in Cusco between 4am to 5am
Languages and tickets
- English — Guide
- Spanish — Guide
- Mobile Only
Tour operator
- Cusco Unique Experience
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
- This tour is not recommended to people with asthma, heart problems or high blood pressure
- Minimum age is 12 years
- Recomended to bring: Sun screen, Sun glasses, Sun-hat, trekking shoes, rain poncho, bottled water, snacks, money, extra clothes & back pack
- It is recommendable to spend at least two days in Cusco or the Sacred Valley before going on this tour, in order to adjust to the high altitude
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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