Humantay Lake Tours from Cusco
Hike to the dazzling turquoise glacial lake of Humantay, set beneath the snowy Salkantay peak in the high Andes. Day trips from Cusco include early transport, breakfast and a guided uphill hike to the lake at around 4,200 metres — a stunning, rewarding outing.
200 turer · prices per person, book with partner
Humantay Lake in Cusco — FAQ
How difficult is the Humantay Lake hike?
It’s a steep uphill walk of about 1.5 hours to roughly 4,200 metres, challenging because of the altitude; horses are usually available for part of the climb.
How far is Humantay Lake from Cusco?
Humantay Lake is about 3 hours from Cusco by road, so day trips start very early and return in the evening.
Do you need to acclimatise before Humantay Lake?
Yes — spend a couple of days in Cusco or the Sacred Valley first, as the high altitude at the lake makes the hike hard without acclimatisation.