About this experience
The Humantay Lake is a very spectacular one-day hike to enjoy the wonderful landscapes, incredible views of the snow-capped Salkantay; we can also enjoy the flora and fauna of the place. Going through this hike with Ali Peru treks translates into the best experience you have ever had in your life.
At a glance
- Duration: 13 hr
Plan your experience
Set aside 13 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
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
- Pick up and return to your hotel in Cusco.
- Lunch Buffet
- Entrance to Humantay Lake
- Transportation (round trip)
- Professional tour guide
- Breakfast Buffet
- Medical kit with Oxygen in all our tours
Not included
- Emergency horse
Itinerary and highlights
The first thing we will do in the humantay lagoon service will be to pick you up directly from your hotel 4:00 AM, then we drive for 2 hours to the place of Mollepata where you will have the opportunity to enjoy a great breakfast after breakfast we get ready for a 1 hour drive to the trekking point (Soraypampa). (Soraypampa) then start with a steady uphill hike of 1 hour and a half to the famous Humantay lagoon (4200 m.a.s.l.) arriving at the lagoon will have plenty of time to explore the crystal clear waters of humantay have the opportunity to see the wild birds of the place and the varieties of flora all that will explore with your guide then make an ancient ceremony paying homage to the Pacha Mama and the Apus. Then we prepare to return downhill to Soraypampa where you will take the bus back to the town of Mollepata where you will enjoy lunch prepared with local ingredients and then we will take our bus back to Cusco, arriving at your hotel around 5:00 pm.
Meeting and pickup information
- Our guide will be identified with a t-shirt or jacket with our company logo so that you can easily recognize us.
Languages and tickets
- English — Audio
- English — Guide
- English — Written
- Spanish — Audio
- Spanish — Guide
- Spanish — Written
- Mobile Only
Tour operator
- Ali Peru Treks - Travel Agency
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 at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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