Humantay lake Day Trip from Cusco

4.9
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14 hours (approximately)
Pickup offered
Offered in: English and 1 more

Enjoy this scenic trekking tours around Cusco without the crowds. Live an authentic experience joining a small group of explorers we depart early in the morning than most of the large groups and agencies, ensuring a more intimate experience of the serene lake and the snow-capped mountain behind it, take time to appreciate the breathtaking views.

What's Included

walking stick
Group tour up to 18 people or Small Group 1 - 8 people.
Pick up from cusco Hotels in Cusco
Buffet lunch vegetarian option available
Entrance fee for salkantay and humantay
Tour Guide Billingual
Breakfast ( vegetarian option available )
tips

Meeting and pickup

Pickup points
You can choose a pickup location at checkout (multiple pickup locations are available).
Pickup details:

If you are in a private apartment or airbnb please let us know we will let you know where will be the meeting point. Please provide a Whatsapp number, the name and address of your your hotel and check your messages We arrive back in Cusco around 05:30 -06:00 pm.

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Meeting point

In the middle of the Square by the water fountain. (Plaza El Regocijo, Kusipata)

End point

Itinerary

Duration: 14 hours (approximately)
  • Cusco (Pass by)

    Meet your driver at your hotel between 3:30am to 4:00am, and then travel by private transportation to Mollepata village. See the the lush valley of the Apurimac River during your 2-hour drive.

    Admission ticket free
  • 1
    Mollepata

    In Mollepata, we will stop for a quick breakfast to get some energy before our hike! We will continue on our journey by car towards Soraypampa,

    45 minutes • Admission ticket free
  • 2

    We will continue on our journey by car towards Soraypampa, which will take approximately one hour (3900 masl). Here, we will begin our trek to the Humantay Lake located at 4200 masl (13779 feet).

    1 hour • Admission ticket free
  • (Pass by)

    During the trek you will able to see the majestic apu Salkantay

    Admission ticket free
  • 3
    Humantay Lake

    The steep hike up will take about 1 hour and 30 min. If the climb is too difficult, you can ride a horse up to the lake. Once you reach the hardship will be forgotten once you reach the top and see the magnificent Apu Humantay Lake. On the top of the mountain we will learn about why this place was considered sacred for the Incas and we will take time to appreciate the breathtaking views. After that we have to return to Mollepata

    3 hours • Admission ticket not included
  • 4

    Once at the bottom, we will go back to Mollepata and have a delicious lunch.

    1 minute • Admission ticket free
  • 5
    Centro Historico De Cusco

    Finally, we will take our transportation from Mollepata and go back to Cusco and enjoy a much-needed siesta! Drop off are close to Plaza San Francisco around 18h.

    3 hours • Admission ticket free

Additional info

  • Service animals allowed
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Supplied by Willka Travel

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Day Trips
Full-day Tours
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Walking Tours
Nature Walks
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Adventure Tours
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Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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