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Tour Humantay lake in Cusco

About this experience

Immerse yourself in the amazing Humantay Lake, a magical corner of the Peruvian Andes that captivates with its serene beauty and turquoise waters. The adventure begins with an exciting hike through natural trails, unveiling panoramic views of towering mountains. As you ascend, the altitude adds a unique dimension to the experience, connecting you with the energy of nature in its purest form. Upon arrival, the lake welcomes you with its crystal clear waters, creating a perfect setting for photography and contemplation - an experience that leaves a mark in the heart of every traveler!

At a glance

  • Duration: 13 hr–14 hr

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Tour Humantay lake in Cusco
Pickup included

Plan your experience

Time on the tour13 hr–14 hr
Getting therePickup offeredSee pickup details
Guide languagesEnglish (live guide), Spanish (live guide)

Set aside 13 hr–14 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

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Humantay Lake Day Trip From Cusco

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What is included

  • professional guide (English and Espanish)
  • TREK POLES
  • Buffet lunch
  • Oxygen and first aid kit
  • Breakfast
  • Tourist transport

Not included

  • Entrance to the Humantay Lagoon

Itinerary and highlights

We begin our adventure with the pick up from your hotel between 4:00 to 4:30 am and then board our tourist transport that will take us to the town of Mollepata, here we will stop for a delicious breakfast.
Continuing with our tour we will go to Soraypampa (3900 mbsl), from this place we will begin our walk that will last about an hour and 30 minutes until we reach the beautiful Humantay Lagoon (4200 mbsl).

This beautiful place is excellent to take pictures, enjoy the scenery and the crystalline and turquoise color of the lake, our guide will explain us about this magnificent place and then we will have some time to explore the lake.
At the end of the visit we will start our way back to Soraypampa to take the transport back to Cusco, but first we will stop in the town of Mollepata to enjoy our delicious buffet lunch.

After lunch we will return to the city of Cusco, the tour is concluding in the Plaza de Armas around 18:00 Pm.

Meeting and pickup information

  • The meeting point is at the source in Cusco's main square.
  • If your hotel is far from the historic center of Cusco, the meeting point is at the main square of Cusco (Source).

Languages and tickets

  • English — Guide
  • Spanish — Guide
  • Mobile Only

Tour operator

  • Top Inka Travel

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.

Questions about this experience

How long is this experience?
The supplier lists a duration of 13 hr–14 hr.
What are the pickup arrangements?
If your hotel is far from the historic center of Cusco, the meeting point is at the main square of Cusco (Source).
Which guide languages are listed?
English (live guide), Spanish (live guide).
What ticket format is listed?
Mobile ticket.
What ticket age bands are listed?
Adult tickets: age 8+. Check the practical details for participation requirements.
What is the cancellation policy?
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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