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TREK, ADVENTURE

Duration:

1 DAY

Altitude:

4200 MASL. / 14,060 FT

Activity Level:

easy

Humantay Lake Full Day Tour Details

The Humantay Lake Full Day Touris an amazing chance to dive into the breathtaking beauty of the Andes—all in just one day! This trek leads you to the stunning Humantay Lake, nestled at the foot of Humantay Mountain, where you can soak in panoramic views of Salkantay Mountain and the surrounding valleys.

This tour is rated easy to moderate, making it perfect for travelers short on time in Cusco who still want to soak up the natural wonders of Peru. Along the way, our knowledgeable Quechua-speaking guides will share fascinating stories about Andean culture, traditions, and the spiritual importance of the mountains, including the ceremonial apacheta ritual. If you’re up for it, there’s also an optional horseback ride to the lake.

Humantay Lake is famous for its vibrant turquoise and emerald waters, a result of mineral deposits from glacial melt. The colors of the lake change with the light, creating a magical and picturesque setting that’s a dream for nature lovers and photographers alike.Immerse yourself in the peace, culture, and stunning scenery of the high Andes on this unforgettable Humantay Lake Full Day Trek.

Departures Day:
Daily Departures.
Max People:
12 people
Languages:
English - Spanish
Starts:
Pick up at Cusco: 4:00 AM
Ends:
Drop-off at Cusco: 5:00 PM

Itinerary – Humantay Lake Full Day Tour

Day 1Cusco – Mollepata – Soraypampa – Humantay Lake – Cusco

Your Humantay Lake Full Day Tour starts with an early pickup from your Cusco hotel between 4:00–4:30 AM. We drive 2 hours to Mollepata, where you’ll enjoy a traditional breakfast and can purchase snacks or drinks for the trek.

From Mollepata, we continue 1 hour to Soraypampa, the trailhead of the hike. The moderate 1 hour 40 minute ascent brings you to Humantay Lake at 4,200 meters (13,780 ft), offering stunning views of the turquoise lake and the sacred Salkantay Mountain. Here, you’ll have time for photography, meditation, and enjoying the breathtaking scenery.

After the summit, we descend for 1 hour back to the transport, then drive to Mollepata for lunch. Finally, we return to Cusco, arriving around 5:00 PM.

Hiking Distance: Moderate, approx. 4 km / 2.5 miles round trip
Summit Altitude: 4,200 m / 13,780 ft
Meals Included: Breakfast and lunch
Difficulty: Moderate; altitude may affect some travelers
Weather: in the day hot

Shuttle to Soraypampa:
3 hour by bus from Cusco
Activities:
Hiking.
Climate: Cold at the beginning
and hot in the day.
Meals:
Breakfast,Lunch.
Maximum Altitude:
4200 masl. / 13,271 ft.
Minimum Altitude:
2700 masl. / 6691 ft.
Difficulty Levels:
Moderate 2 of 3
Departures Day:
Daily Departures.
Max People:
13 people
Languages:
English – Spanish
Starts:
Pick up at Cusco: 4:00 AM
Ends:
Drop-off at Cusco: 5:30 PM

Included Humantay Lake Full Day Tour

Included

Pick up from your hotel in Cusco.
Mountain guide (english and spanish).
Round trip Touristic transport
Breakfast
Lunch
First aid kit equipment
Walking sticks
oxygen

Not Included

Entrance ticket to lake
Riding horse
Tips

Packing List

Small backpack.
comfortable shoes for the trek
Waterproof jacket or rain poncho
Warm jacket
T-shirts
Rain pants.
Sun hat
Sun protection cream ( factor 50 recommended ) sun is strong
Insect Repellent 40 % deet ( for mosquitos )
Water bottle
Personal medication
Camera and films
Extra contribution suggested money and for any emergency (200 soles)

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