Laguna Humantay
Overview
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8 hours
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We offer a high altitude ecotourism in the mountains, in complicity with nature, witness this new experience in the Andes. LIVE an authentic experience joining a group of explorers like you who seeks to achieve their dreams in the Andes of Peru and visit the picturesque Humantay Lake.
Additional Info
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.
What To Expect
Plaza de Armas
Our transport will pick you up from your accommodation between 4:20 to 4:40 hrs. Temperature during the first hours of our Humantay lake tour is cold ( 5 to 9°C ) that why you need to bring one extra warm sweater, jacket, hat and gloves. These will keep you comfortable during this driving time to Mollepata. After 2 hours driving we will arrive at Mollepata where we will stop for breakfast and get last things you forgot to buy in Cusco like water and snacks. After breakfast there is an hours drive to Soraypampa. Once we arrive at this high mountain plateau we will be able to see the beautiful mountains Apu Salkantay (6230 meters above sea level) and Humantay (5250 meters above sea level). After a short time to prepare and gather our day packs, we start the 1 hour trek to Humantay Lake (about 3 km.) The way up to Humantay Lake is steep however our group is small and our guide will let you take your time to enjoy and arrive without pressure. After enjoying our first view of Humantay Lake there is a optional small climb above the lake to the right or left where you can enjoy a panoramic view. Next we have the easy part of our trek. We go downhill to Soraypampa for another hour. Then we will take our private transportation back to Mollepata where a local lunch will be waiting for us. Once we finish lunch we will go back to Cusco. We will arrive in Cusco between 17:00 to 18:00 hrs
What‘s Included
Private transportation
Lunch
Breakfast
Coffee and/or Tea
Dinner
Options
Laguna Humantay
Pickup included
Reviews
16 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Day visiting the lake
Suzanne R,Jul 29, 2024
- Review from Viator
5.00The climb was so worth the view! Our guide was great! He was very patient and encouraging with us as we went up. Definitely a great day excursion!
Stunning
biancatravisan,Jun 13, 2022
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00The ride is exhausting! Keep that in mind. Are 8km (rise + descent) at an altitude of 4.000mts. You have the option of riding a horse so it can't stand it. You have to leave well early from Cusco (type 3-4 in the morning) to avoid the hordes of tourists. The tour lasts all day If you have good physical preparation ask for your guide to "cut way" the track is much more beautiful and you arrive faster. But very well worth it! Beautiful walk, spectacular trail and the lagoon is stunning.
Unforgettable experience
NatalieAtoui,Sep 4, 2021
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Amazing experience with breathtaking views. Jose and driver were very professional and we felt safe with them! Definitely would recommend this hike! It is a bit challenging but worth it! There are horses along the way that you can take for the hike up which made for a great experience. Dress in layers and bring your hiking sticks.
The best trip
AbigailG201,Sep 1, 2021
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00It was the best trip I had, with the best team of the Andes Peru agency, the trip was an adventure with expert guides and the best information, I recommend them
Jose The Best
Chen L,Dec 4, 2019
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00No words to thank and appreciate the effort and work of Jose our guide. This trip would not have been so informative and fun without him. He was very friendly and has a good sense of humor. Andes Peru did really desrve excellent credits for making this a memorable trip.
a beautiful trail
marillinsaron,Oct 6, 2019
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Going to the lagoon was beautiful, when climbing it was raining a little, the guide helped us a lot giving his emotional support and providing his knowledge and that made it exciting, the road is full of beautiful landscapes and you get to the lagoon you are a great surprise by the beauty it has.
spectacular, everything was well organized... I was really surprised
ArgentinViajera,Oct 5, 2019
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00The whole tour was well organized and I was really surprised by the organization of the agency and the amazing beauty of the Lagoon.It was a challenge for my family to climb but everything went perfect thanks to our guide...
Great beauty
Dicarlofor,Oct 1, 2019
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00The place is wonderful, everything was great from the organization of part of the agency and the great tour of the humantay Lagoon... I simply marveled at the natural beauty of this lagoon.
HUMANTAY LAGOON
gonzasespa,Sep 24, 2019
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00What an amazing experience with ANDES PERU... our guide always reporting everything, was helpful and amazing!!!, all the agency team was great, the food was delicious, How happy I am when you do a good Service...
beautiful view!!!
elsam-par,Sep 23, 2019
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00I had an amazing trip, the guide always shared his knowledge about the places we passed before arriving at the HUMANTAY LAGOON, when you get there you find a phenomenal landscape with beautiful colors.
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