About this experience
This full day tour to Humantay Lake is designed to provide a well organized, safe, and comfortable experience from start to finish.
We operate with carefully planned schedules to optimize your time, allowing you to enjoy the destination without feeling rushed. You’ll have sufficient time at the lake to take photos, rest, and appreciate the surrounding landscapes of the Andes.
Your professional guides provide clear and informative guidance throughout the journey, including insights into the cultural and natural significance of the region, as well as the importance of nearby peaks such as Salkantay Mountain.
The tour includes reliable transportation, coordinated logistics, and meals arranged to support the day’s activities, ensuring a smooth and consistent experience.
This experience is suitable for travelers looking for a structured and dependable way to visit one of the most scenic locations near Cusco, and it can be easily combined with a visit to Machu Picchu.
At a glance
- Duration: 12 hr–13 hr
Plan your experience
Set aside 12 hr–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
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What is included
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Buffet breakfast in Mollepata
- First aid kit and safety equipment
- Entrance ticket to Humantay Lake
- Trekking poles for the hike
- Buffet Lunch in Mollepata
- Hike to Humantay Lake
- Tourist transportation Cusco – Soraypampa – Cusco
- Professional guide (English / Spanish)
- Thermal blankets for cold weather during the tour
Not included
- Tips for the driver and guide (optional)
- Personal expenses
- Optional horse rental available
Itinerary and highlights
Your Humantay Lake tour begins early in the morning with hotel pickup in Cusco between 4:00 AM and 4:30 AM. Travel through scenic Andean landscapes to the village of Mollepata, where you will enjoy a buffet breakfast before continuing to Soraypampa, the starting point of the hike.
From Soraypampa, begin a moderate hike of approximately 1.5 hours to reach Humantay Lake (4,200 m). Along the way, take in breathtaking mountain views and fresh high-altitude air. Upon arrival, enjoy free time to relax, explore, and take photos of the stunning turquoise lake surrounded by snow-capped peaks such as Salkantay.
After visiting the lake, descend back to Soraypampa and return to Mollepata for a buffet lunch. The tour concludes with a comfortable return to Cusco at approximately 6:30 PM.
Meeting and pickup information
- Pickup is available from hotels located in Cusco’s historic center. Due to limited vehicle access in some areas, a nearby meeting point may be arranged. Please be ready in your hotel lobby or agreed meeting point 10 minutes before the scheduled pickup time. The team will contact you in advance to confirm the exact pickup details. If your accommodation is outside the pickup area, a central meeting point will be provided.
Languages and tickets
- English — Guide
- Spanish — Guide
- Mobile Only
Tour operator
- Machu Picchu Tour
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
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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