TRIP LENGTH: Full Day
DIFFICULTY: Moderate
FROM: $ 56 USD
Tour | Cusco
Humantay Lake
Embark on an unforgettable adventure with our Full Day Tour to Laguna Humantay, an unmissable destination in the Cusco region. This journey will take you to discover one of the most stunning lagoons in the Andes, famous for its vibrant turquoise color and majestic mountainous surroundings, flanked by snow-capped peaks that create a dreamlike landscape. Laguna Humantay is not only a place to enjoy natural beauty but is also considered a sacred site by the local inhabitants, adding special significance to your visit.
EXPEDITION
- Max Altitude: 4,200 m
- Route: Humantay Lake - Full Day
- Availability: May – October
- Difficulty: Moderate
TRAVEL PROGRAM
- A true mountain excursion, the journey begins with a pickup from your hotel between 4:00 and 4:30 AM. We travel to the peaceful village of Mollepata, located northwest of Cusco, where we will stop for breakfast before continuing to the Soraypampa Valley.
- After a brief rest, we start the 7 km (round trip) hike to the famous lagoon, enjoying breathtaking views of the majestic Nevado Humantay (4,200 m.a.s.l.) along the way. We reach the enchanting Laguna Humantay in about one and a half to two hours, depending on our hiking pace. At the shores of the lagoon, the tranquility of its waters and the stunning views of the snow-capped peaks provide for an extraordinary experience.
- We will also see the well-known Nevado Salkantay in the background of the valley, both on the way to and from the lagoon. Finally, we will return to Mollepata for lunch, a chance to rest a bit, and take plenty of photos before heading back to Cusco, concluding a beautiful day of hiking in the Andes.
- We will arrive back at your hotel in Cusco around 6:00 PM.
What is included?
- Tourist transportation
- Certified guide
- Entrance tickets
- Breakfast and buffet lunch
- Trekking poles
- First aid kit and oxygen balloon
What is not included?
- Dinner or snacks
- Drinks
- Tips for the guide and driver
- Personal expenses
- Travel insurance
- Pickup from hotels outside of Cusco city center
- Additional activities or visits not mentioned in the itinerary
What to take?
- Comfortable clothing and layers
- Comfortable shoes
- Sunscreen and hat or cap
- Sunglasses
- Water
- Light snacks
- Cash
- Camera or fully charged phone
- Personal documents
- Small backpack
- Scarf
- Personal medication
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