Humantay Lake Full Day Tour from Cusco

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12 to 13 hours (approximately)
Pickup offered
Offered in: English and 1 more

This full day tour to Humantay Lake is designed to provide a well organized, safe, and comfortable experience from start to finish.

We operate with carefully planned schedules to optimize your time, allowing you to enjoy the destination without feeling rushed. You’ll have sufficient time at the lake to take photos, rest, and appreciate the surrounding landscapes of the Andes.

Your professional guides provide clear and informative guidance throughout the journey, including insights into the cultural and natural significance of the region, as well as the importance of nearby peaks such as Salkantay Mountain.

The tour includes reliable transportation, coordinated logistics, and meals arranged to support the day’s activities, ensuring a smooth and consistent experience.

This experience is suitable for travelers looking for a structured and dependable way to visit one of the most scenic locations near Cusco, and it can be easily combined with a visit to Machu Picchu.

What's Included

Hotel pickup and drop-off
Buffet breakfast in Mollepata
First aid kit and safety equipment
Entrance ticket to Humantay Lake
Trekking poles for the hike
Buffet Lunch in Mollepata
Hike to Humantay Lake
Tourist transportation Cusco – Soraypampa – Cusco
Professional guide (English / Spanish)
Thermal blankets for cold weather during the tour
Tips for the driver and guide (optional)
Personal expenses
Optional horse rental available

Meeting and pickup

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

Pickup is available from hotels located in Cusco’s historic center. Due to limited vehicle access in some areas, a nearby meeting point may be arranged.

Please be ready in your hotel lobby or agreed meeting point 10 minutes before the scheduled pickup time. The team will contact you in advance to confirm the exact pickup details.

If your accommodation is outside the pickup area, a central meeting point will be provided.

Itinerary

Duration: 12 to 13 hours (approximately)
  • 1
    Cusco

    Your Humantay Lake tour begins early in the morning with hotel pickup in Cusco between 4:00 AM and 4:30 AM. Travel through scenic Andean landscapes to the village of Mollepata, where you will enjoy a buffet breakfast before continuing to Soraypampa, the starting point of the hike.

    4 hours • Admission ticket free
  • 2
    Mollepata

    From Soraypampa, begin a moderate hike of approximately 1.5 hours to reach Humantay Lake (4,200 m). Along the way, take in breathtaking mountain views and fresh high-altitude air. Upon arrival, enjoy free time to relax, explore, and take photos of the stunning turquoise lake surrounded by snow-capped peaks such as Salkantay.

    3 hours • Admission ticket free
  • 3
    Cusco

    After visiting the lake, descend back to Soraypampa and return to Mollepata for a buffet lunch. The tour concludes with a comfortable return to Cusco at approximately 6:30 PM.

    4 hours • Admission ticket free

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
Supplied by Machu Picchu Tour

Tags

Day Trips
Nature and Wildlife Tours
Full-day Tours
Bus Tours
Private and Luxury
Cultural Tours
Historical Tours
Walking Tours
Nature Walks

Cancellation Policy

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

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