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Calling all nature lovers! Don’t have a lot of time in Cusco but still want to visit Humantay / Salkantay landscape? Not a problem! We have designed this full-day tour jammed packed with views of beautiful snow-peaked mountains, lush green valleys, and of course the sacred Incan Humantay Lake. Best of all, we arrive before the crowds do so we have the place all to ourselves!
Why Visit South America?
-This tour is a private or 6 small group adventure.
-We connect with the communities.
-Enjoy local gastronomy! Peruvian Buffet lunch.
What's Included
Meeting and pickup
We pick up from all hotels (hostels, airbnb) in Cusco, also we can coordinate the pick up from Hotels from Sacred Valley with little extra charge.
Itinerary
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1Humantay Lake
Duration: Full Day- 3:30am- 4:00pm Distance: 3.5hr hiking (roundtrip) Elevation: 3920m – 4,200m (13,779ft) Difficulty: Moderate At 3:30 am your VSA mountain guide and our driver will pick up you from your hotel. The first stop of the day will be at Mollepata to have breakfast to fuel up on energy. After a light breakfast, we’ll continue our drive up to Soraypampa at 3920m.a.s.l. Here you will have the opportunity to get to know the Sky Camp which is located in front of the majestic snowy Salkantay and Humantay. After a brief rest, we will prepare ourselves to start the trek upwards until we reach the highest point of the trail, on our way crossing wonderful landscapes surrounded by a complex of mountains. You will surely be impressed with the panoramic view of seeing the turquoise lake at 4200 masl. 13779 (ft) close to an astounding glacier. Get ready to take tons of photos! After we enjoy photos and possible glacial dip, we will return to where our personnel will be waiting for us with lunch. Our transport will be waiting for us to return to Cusco by 5 pm approximately.
3 hours • Admission ticket included
Additional info
- Service animals allowed
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Bring warm clothes: gloves, hat, etc.. (extra pair of socks)
- Sunglasses, Sunscreen, Lipstick, Buff-mask
- Bring waterproof clothing in case of weather changes (very frequent)
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Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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Cancellation Policy
- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
- This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
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You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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