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TREKKING ALTERNATIVE Humantay Lake – Full-Day Excursion

Embark on a breathtaking journey with the Humantay Lake Tour from Cusco. You can opt for an exclusive Private Tour or enjoy a captivating day trip, immersing yourself in the unspoiled beauty, high-altitude serenity, and enchanting landscapes offered by these memorable excursions in the heart of Peru. Discover the wonders of the country through this tour, which will allow you to enjoy astonishing landscapes, turquoise waters, and Andean tranquility, ensuring an unforgettable adventure full of exploration and natural beauty. The Humantay Lake Tour stands as one of the hidden gems in the southern Peruvian highlands, taking you through the stunning scenic landscapes of the Humantay and Salkantay Andes, stoking the spirit of exploration as you approach the fantastic turquoise lagoon, with easy physical difficulty and reaching a maximum height at the top of Rainbow Pass. 4,283 meters (14,051 feet).

Itinerary

DAY 1: Full-Day Tour to Humantay Lake

Morning, the hike to Humantay Lake begins with hotel pickup and a northwesterly drive from Cusco to Soraypampa, stopping in Mollepata for an optional local breakfast surrounded by picturesque colonial houses. Upon arriving in Soraypampa, the Humantay Lake Tour begins with a 40-minute hike on a semi-flat slope, followed by a 1-hour and 20-minute ascent to the stunning Turquoise Humantay Lagoon. At midday, enjoy a captivating photo op at the Salkantay and Humantay Glaciers surrounding the lagoon. In the afternoon, begin the descent back to Soraypampa, enjoying the stunning Andean scenery along the way, before returning to Cusco and concluding the Full-Day Humantay Lake Tour. Horseback riding is also available, with rental services available at the start of the hike. This allows for uphill sections and only a 20-minute walk to the summit. If you are interested, please contact us in advance to arrange the horseback ride.

Lo que se incluye:

  • Captivating activities centered around Humantay Lake, Cusco
  • Local English-speaking guide
  • Cusco-Soraypampa-Cusco: Private transportation with fuel and a professional driver
  • Admission to Humantay Lake and the hiking circuit
  • Meals: Lunch Packed
  • Portable oxygen tank and a first aid kit
  • All local Peruvian taxes

Estadísticas del día

  • Departure Time: 5:00 AM
  • Distance from Cusco to Soraypampa: 124 km (7 miles)
  • Travel Time from Cusco to Soraypampa: Approximately 3 hours by road
  • Starting Altitude: Soraypampa, 3,923 meters (12,870 feet)
  • Trekking Distance from Soraypampa to Lake Humantay: 7 km (4.3 miles)
  • Trekking Duration: Round Trip 3 hours
  • Maximum Altitude of the Full-Day Tour to Humantay Lake from Cusco: 4,283 meters (14,051 feet)
  • Estimated Return Time to Cusco after the Humantay Lake Tour Experience: Between 4:30 p.m. and 5:30 p.m.
  • Upon Arrival in Cusco: Clients will be dropped off at their respective hotels.

Not included

Hotel in Cusco or Airbnb

Breakfast and Dinner

Travel Insurance

Horse Rental

Tips at discretion for the tour guide and vehicle driver

1 DAY
PRICE: Consult your advisor
Places to visit:
Laguna Humantay
Physical activity:
Moderate - Difficult
Trip starts in:
Hotel pickup
Travel style:
Adventure, hiking
Group size:
1 - 16 people
Departures:
Availability per DAY

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