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Humantay Lake Tour – Full day

About this experience

Are you ready for an experience of a lifetime?
Nestled high in the Peruvian Andes, Humantay Lake is a breathtaking natural wonder that promises to captivate your soul and invigorate your spirit. This hidden gem, with its turquoise waters and majestic mountain backdrop, is more than just a destination—it's an adventure waiting to happen.

At a glance

  • Duration: 7 hr–10 hr
  • Private experience

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Humantay Lake Tour - Full day
Pickup included

Plan your experience

Time on the tour7 hr–10 hr
Getting therePickup offeredSee pickup details
Guide languagesPortuguese (live guide), English (live guide), Spanish (live guide)
Tour arrangementPrivate experience

Set aside 7 hr–10 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

  • Private transportation
  • Lunch
  • Breakfast
  • Tour Guide

Not included

  • Entrance to the Lake US $ 10
  • Gratuities

Itinerary and highlights

We will pick you up from your hotel in Cusco around 4:30 am and drive in our comfortable vans for 2 hours to Mollepata , where you will enjoy breakfast at a local restaurant for 1 hour.

After enjoying a delicious breakfast , will dribe for 1 hour more to Soraypampa where you will start a 2-hour hike up to Humantay Lake (4,200 m - 13,779 ft), located at the base of a mountain with the same name. You can also rent horses from locals.

Upon arriving at the lake, you will have time to explore the surroundings and relax with the fantastic views of the mountains. Enjoy the local flora, native birds, and magnificent mountain peaks.

Next, you will hike back for 1 hour to Soraypampa and them drive for 1 hour more to Mollepata for our buffet lunch.

Later take our private van back to Cusco, arriving at your hotel around 6:00 pm.

Meeting and pickup information

  • Send us your hotel name for pickup

Languages and tickets

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

Tour operator

  • Inca Town Travel

Accessibility and practical details

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • 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.

Questions about this experience

How long is this experience?
The supplier lists a duration of 7 hr–10 hr.
What are the pickup arrangements?
Send us your hotel name for pickup
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 5–15; Adult tickets: age 16+. Check the practical details for participation requirements.
What is the cancellation policy?
All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.

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