HUMANTAY LAKE TOUR
Explore the magic of Humantay Lake in Cusco, one of the best adventure experiences in Peru! This beautiful lake is located in the Cusco region, at an altitude of 4,200 meters above sea level. This route also serves as the gateway for adventurers taking the Salkantay Trek, a 5-day journey to Machu Picchu. This crystal-clear lake is the perfect spot to enjoy an unforgettable adventure. At the lake, you’ll have the chance to admire its stunning turquoise waters from a nearby viewpoint and enjoy the spectacular scenery.
Duration
1 Day
Altitude Max.
4,200 msnm.
Group Size
1-15
Difficulty
Moderate
Itinerary
In this program, we will pick you up at 4:00 a.m. to visit one of Cusco’s new tourist circuits: Humantay Lake, a natural attraction located in the town of Soraypampa. Previously, only those on the Salkantay trek would visit it, but it has now become one of the most popular destinations for travelers. A visit to Humantay Lake takes no more than one day. The hike is moderately challenging if you are acclimated to Cusco’s altitude, and the reward for your effort will be the breathtaking view of this turquoise-colored lake.
CUSCO – MOLLEPATA – SORAYPAMPA – HUMANTAY LAKE
Our transfer will pick you up from your hotel at approximately 4:00 AM to begin our unforgettable one-day tour to Humantay Lake. We will then take a two-and-a-half-hour drive to the town of Mollepata, where we’ll enjoy breakfast.
After breakfast, we will continue to the town of Soraypampa. From there, we will begin the hike, which takes between one and a half to two hours to reach Humantay Lake. At the lake, we’ll enjoy the scenery and capture unforgettable photos before returning to Mollepata for lunch. After lunch, we will begin our journey back to Cusco, arriving at approximately 6:30 PM.
- Pre-tour information.
- Transfers in tourist transportation, equipped with oxygen.
- Assistance during the whole tour.
- Professional guided tour, English — Spanish.
- All entrance tickets to tourist attractions mentioned in the tour.
- Walking sticks.
- Lunch in Mollepata.
- Tips.
- Meals not mentioned.
- Horse rental.
- Other services not mentioned.
Recommendation
- Wear a jacket or warm clothing.
- Sunscreen.
Faq's
Humantay Lagoon is situated in the Soraypampa region, at the base of Mount Salkantay, around 120 km (75 miles) northwest of Cusco, at 4,200 meters (13,800 ft) above sea level.
The hike is moderate to challenging due to the steep incline and altitude. The trail is 3 kilometers one way and takes about 1.5–2 hours to reach the lagoon.
While people of all ages have completed the hike, it’s recommended for travelers with good physical condition and prior acclimatization. Horse rentals are available on-site for those needing assistance.
No. Swimming is not allowed, as it is a sacred natural site and the water is extremely cold due to its glacial origin.
- Comfortable trekking shoes.
- Warm clothing (hat, gloves, scarf).
- Sunscreen and sunglasses.
- Water and light snacks.
- Cash for entrance fee and horse if needed.
- A camera for amazing photos.
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