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Cusco: Humantay Lake Day Trip with Breakfast and Lunch

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Day trip
Cusco: Humantay Lake Day Trip with Breakfast and Lunch
Certified by GetYourGuide
4.8  / 5818 reviews

Get back to nature and experience the exotic flora and fauna of Humantay Lake on a full-day trek. Marvel at beautiful lakes, valleys and mountains sacred to the Incas, and get stunning views of the glacier.

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Duration 12 - 14 hours
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Live tour guide
Spanish, English
Pickup included
Our pickups are offered within the historic center of Cusco only from hotels. If you are in a private apartment, we will assign the pickup point one day in advance.
Small group available

Experience

Itinerary

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    Pickup location:

    Cusco

  • Van

    (2 hours)

  • Mollepata District

    Breakfast

  • Van

    (1 hour)

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    Soraypampa

    Hiking (2 hours)

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    Humantay Lake

    Sightseeing, Scenic views on the way (45 minutes)

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    Soraypampa

    Hiking (2 hours)

  • Van

    (1 hour)

  • Mollepata District

    Lunch

  • Van

    (2 hours)

  • 2 drop-off locations:

    Plaza Kusipata, Plaza San Francisco, Cusco 08002, Perú

Main stop
Other stop

For reference only. Itineraries are subject to change.

Highlights

  • Experience a sacred wildernesss on a hike of Humantay Lake
  • Enjoy a tasty lunch and continental breakfast
  • Go for an optional swim in the turquoise waters at the base of the Humantay Glacier
  • Arrives early at the lake and be the first one

Full description

Benefit from pick-up at your Cusco hotel between 03:30 AM and 04:00 AM, and then journey to Mollepata village in the lush valley of the Apurimac River. After breakfast in Mollepata, continue towards Soraypampa 3,900 meters above sea level. Trek for approximately 1.5 hours to Humantay Lake, 4,200 meters (13,779 feet) above sea level and get wonderful views of the turquoise waters at the base of Humantay Glacier. Immerse yourself in a landscape sacred to the Incas, and get the chance to rent a horse to ride to the lake. Explore the turquoise glacial waters of Humantay Lake , leisure for photography exploring the surrounding area before going back to Mollepata for a buffet lunch. Then, journey back to Cusco at 06:00 PM.

Includes

  • Hotel pickup in the historical center
  • Drop-off in Plaza San Francisco or Kusipata
  • Transportation by air-conditioned van
  • Buffet breakfast and lunch buffet (vegetarian option available)
  • Official guide
  • First aid kit
  • Entrance ticket (if the option is selected)
  • 1 walking stick
  • Hotel drop-off
  • Drinks
  • Tips

Not suitable for

  • Children under 10 years
  • Pregnant women
  • People with back problems
  • People with mobility impairments
  • People with heart problems
  • Wheelchair users
  • People with respiratory issues
  • People over 60 years
  • People with altitude sickness
  • People prone to seasickness

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Important information

What to bring

  • Comfortable shoes
  • Warm clothing
  • Sun hat
  • Water
  • Rain gear
  • Hiking shoes

Not allowed

  • Luggage or large bags
  • Drones

Know before you go

  • Please, keep in mind that Humantay Lake is located 4000 meters above sea level. The trek is moderate, but due to high altitude, breathing can be more difficult.
  •  The trek is almost all uphill, the trail is steep and a little slippery in some places; it is recommended to wear waterproof hiking shoes.
  • If you are in a Private Apartment or Airbnb in Cusco you have to come to the meeting point,
  • Take Comfortable Hiking shoes for the trek, warm jacket
  • Hotel Pick-up is only from the historical center of Cusco.
  • Please note that due to the remoteness of the place, breakfast and lunch are basic, offered as a courtesy from the local partner so tourists don't spend many hours without food. Bring extra snacks and water for the trek

Customer reviews

Overall rating

4.8 /5

based on 818 reviews

Review summary

  • Guide
    4.7/5
  • Transportation
    4.6/5
  • Service
    4.6/5
  • Organization
    4.6/5

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Amber – United StatesSeptember 8, 2024  – Verified booking
Great day trip to Humantay Lake from Cusco! This tour had one of the best inclusive buffet lunches we had while in Peru. The guide made sure everything went smoothly. Highly recommend!
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Ma Agnes Jorissa – PhilippinesSeptember 17, 2024  – Verified booking
It was great. The Guide was friendly and helpful. The food was awesome as well. The normal time to stay at the lake is 45 mins. It would be much better if it will be 1 hour 15 mins or 1 hour 30 mins so we could appreciate the area more since it is also a bit hard to move around at that elevation. But overall its good. Early start early end.
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Sayra – United StatesAugust 11, 2024  – Verified booking
I love the overall experience, the walk uphill it takes lots of your strength but you also have the choice to go by hours for 80 soles My tour guy and driver were amazing
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Product ID: 104114

Activity provider:Willka Travel

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