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Humantay Lake | FROM CUSCO

About this experience

Discover one of the most beautiful high-altitude lakes in the Andes on this Humantay Lake tour from Cusco. After a scenic drive along the Salkantay route, you hike up to the turquoise waters of Humantay Lake, framed by dramatic snowcapped peaks and steep rock walls.

This full-day Humantay Lake day trip from Cusco combines mountain scenery, moderate hiking and quiet time at the shore of the lagoon. With a local expert guide, you walk at a steady pace, learn about the Salkantay region and enjoy safe acclimatization strategies for the altitude

At a glance

  • Duration: 12 hr

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Humantay Lake | FROM CUSCO
Pickup included

Plan your experience

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

Local guides to help you plan

What is included

  • Trekking poles
  • Lunch
  • Breakfast
  • Air-conditioned vehicle
  • Oxygen and first aid kit
  • Tourism guide

Not included

  • Payments are made directly to the premises

Itinerary and highlights

is a day trip that takes you from Cusco to this turquoise lagoon located at the foot of the snowy Salkantay. Includes transportation, a hike to the lagoon, time to enjoy the scenery and breakfast, lunch and tour guide. It is one of the most popular excursions to know the nature of the Cusco region.

Meeting and pickup information

  • As a company we contact travellers to advise their collection

Languages and tickets

  • Portuguese — Guide
  • English — Guide
  • Spanish — Guide
  • Mobile Only

Tour operator

  • Cusco Indigenas Expeditions

Meeting points and locations

Accessibility and practical details

  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • 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 12 hr.
What are the pickup arrangements?
As a company we contact travellers to advise their collection
Which guide languages are listed?
Portuguese (live guide), English (live guide), Spanish (live guide).
What ticket format is listed?
Mobile ticket.
What ticket age bands are listed?
Child tickets: age 12–18; Adult tickets: age 30+. 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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