About this experience
Reaching Humantay Lake is the moment that makes every step worthwhile. At 4,200 m / 13,779 ft, its brilliant turquoise water rests beneath the glacier-covered Humantay Mountain, rising to 5,473 m / 17,956 ft. Take time to catch your breath, capture incredible photos, and enjoy the peaceful mountain scenery before beginning the descent.
Highlights
• Discover one of the most beautiful glacial lakes in Peru
• Travel in a small group for a more comfortable experience
• Hike through spectacular Andean mountain scenery
• Explore with a professional local guide
• Enjoy breakfast and lunch at local restaurants
• Hotel pickup and drop-off in Cusco included
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
- Passport name, number, expiry and country is required at time of booking for all participants
Local guides to help you plan
Humantay Lake Day Trip From Cusco
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What is included
- Trekking poles
- Breakfast and Lunch
- Round-trip transportation to and from your hotel
- Admission fee to Humantay Lake
- Professional Tour Guide
Not included
- Optional horseback riding
Itinerary and highlights
Explore Humantay Lake, one of Cusco’s most unforgettable day trips. Join a small group and leave your hotel at around 4:30 a.m. for a scenic drive to Mollepata, where a warm breakfast will be waiting.
Continue to Soraypampa and begin the two-hour hike with your local guide. The climb becomes steeper near the top, but we keep a comfortable pace and take breaks whenever needed.
The reward is incredible: bright turquoise water beneath the Humantay glacier, surrounded by some of the Andes’ most dramatic mountains. At 4,200 m / 13,779 ft, you’ll have time to rest, enjoy the view, and capture unforgettable photos.
After a two-hour descent, return to Mollepata for a freshly prepared lunch, then relax on the drive back to Cusco. Hotel drop-off is around 6:00 p.m. Transportation, breakfast, lunch, a professional guide, and trekking poles are included.
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Meeting and pickup information
- We also pick up from AirBnB's and any other locations inside Cusco city.
Languages and tickets
- English — Guide
- Spanish — Guide
- Mobile Only
Tour operator
- TreXperience
Accessibility and practical details
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Children must be accompanied by an adult
- Please advise any specific dietary requirements at time of booking
- Vegetarian option is available, please advise at time of booking if required
- Passport name, number, expiry and country is required at time of booking for all participants
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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