About this experience
The Andean mountains of Peru, particularly in the Cusco region, are home to the breathtaking Humantay Lake. This emerald gem, encircled by towering peaks and a white glacier, sits at over 4,200 meters above sea level. A visit to Humantay Lake offers an escape from Cusco's hustle and a chance to immerse yourself in the tranquility of this stunning natural paradise. Book your tour now to discover the magic of Laguna Humantay.
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
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
- buffet
- Pick up from your hotel
- English/Spanish speaking professional tour guide
- First-Aid equipment and oxygen bottle for emergencies
- Roundtrip transportation
Not included
- Entrance fee (PEN 20.00 per person) must be paid at the attraction site.
Itinerary and highlights
- We start by picking everyone up from their hotels between 4:30 and 5:00 am.
-Then, we drive for 2 hours to Mollepata, where we will stop at a restaurant for a delicious breakfast, which will take about an hour.
- After breakfast, we continue by car for 1 hour to Soraypampa, the starting point of our hike, located at 3900 meters above sea level.
- Next, we prepare for a 2-hour uphill hike (3 km) to Humantay Lake. Once we arrive at Humantay Lake, you'll have ample time to take photos of the stunning scenery, listen to the guide's explanations, and enjoy the beautiful landscape.
- Arriving at our tour destinations, the time spent at Humantay Lake ranges from 45 minutes to 1½ hours, depending on weather conditions.
- Finally, we prepare for the hike back to the car stop, marking the end of the hike for approximately 1 hour.
- We then drive back to Mollepata for an hour to enjoy a buffet lunch before returning to Cusco, which takes another 2 hours by car.
Meeting and pickup information
- Go to Plaza Kusipata at 4:30 - 5:00 am and the transfer will be waiting for you to take you to the transportation.
- 30 minutes before the tour starts, our transfer will pick you up at your hotel.
Languages and tickets
- English — Guide
- Spanish — Guide
- Mobile Only
Tour operator
- Machu Picchu Expeditions
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
All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.
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