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Humantay Lake Full Day Sightseeing Shared Tour

Humantay LakePanoramic view of Humantay LakeSalkantay MountainSalkantay Mountain on the way to Humantay LakeTrail to Humantay Lake

About this experience

The Humantay Lagoon, located in the Peruvian Andes, is an impressive body of water that dazzles with its amazing turquoise color and its natural environment, surrounded by imposing mountains and a varied flora and fauna. Its name comes from the nearby snow-capped mountain, Humantay, and it is considered one of the most beautiful and sacred lagoons in Cusco.

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  • Duration: 12 hr

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Humantay Lake Full Day Sightseeing Shared Tour
Pickup included

Plan your experience

Time on the tour12 hr
Getting therePickup offeredSee pickup details
Guide languagesPortuguese (written information), English (live guide), English (written information), Italian (written information), French (written information), Spanish (live guide), Spanish (written information)

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

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Humantay Lake Day Trip From Cusco

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What is included

  • Certified guide
  • Hotel Pick-up (only hotels located in the pick-up area)
  • Lunch
  • Walking stick
  • Breakfast

Not included

  • Laguna Humantay

Itinerary and highlights

Depart from Cusco, heading to Humantay Lake. See the amazing scenery of the Andes and the wildlife, such as lamas and alpacas. We will stop in the town of Mollepata for breakfast, continue the trip by car to the base camp, and from this point we will hike to Humantay Lake (2 hours and 30 minutes). On the route, you will be able to see the Salkantay Mountain and glaciers around, finally glimpse an incredible view of the Humantay Lake, and get marvelous with its turquoise color. Enjoy some free time to take pictures and explore the area. At the end of our activity, we will return hiking to the base camp (2 hours) and take our transport to the restaurant. We will have lunch in Mollepata town and then return to Cusco city. The arrival time in Cusco will be at 17:00.

Meeting and pickup information

  • Please wait in the lobby of your accommodation; our guide will call you once he arrives at your accommodation.

Languages and tickets

  • Portuguese — Written
  • English — Guide
  • English — Written
  • Italian — Written
  • French — Written
  • Spanish — Guide
  • Spanish — Written
  • Mobile Only

Tour operator

  • Peru Sceneries

Accessibility and practical details

  • 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?
Please wait in the lobby of your accommodation; our guide will call you once he arrives at your accommodation.
Which guide languages are listed?
Portuguese (written information), English (live guide), English (written information), Italian (written information), French (written information), Spanish (live guide), Spanish (written information).
What ticket format is listed?
Mobile ticket.
What ticket age bands are listed?
Adult tickets: age 3+. 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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