Full-Day Hike to Humantay Lake from Cusco with Lunch
Description
This full-day trek will allow you to visit the stunning Humantay Lake, nestled along the famous Salkantay trek. One of Peru’s most beautiful lakes, during this trek you will see the impressive Salkantay and Humantay Peaks while admiring the lake’s turquoise water.
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Itinerary
We will travel until the town of Mollepata, where breakfast will be served. We will then make our way to Soraypampa (3850m altitude), which is the location of the campsite for the first day of the popular Salkantay trek to Machu Picchu. We will then start our hike up to Humantay Lake (4200m altitude, passing through stunning landscapes and if the sky is clear enough will see the impressive ‘Apus’ (‘spirits of the mountains’) Salkantay and Humantay. It takes approximately 1.5 hours to reach the lake, with moderate difficulty due to the altitude and the steepness of the ascent, but it will be more than rewarding once we arrive at this natural beauty. It is also possible to rent a horse in case you don’t feel like hiking all the way up.
It is also possible to rent a horse in case you don’t feel like hiking all the way up. Once at the lagoon we will have enough time to take pictures, bring an offer to the Apus and the bravest among you can even decide to go swimming in the lake if it’s sunny! After some free time and rest, we will begin our descent to Soraypampa for 1.5 hours, which is much easier than the way up. In Soraypampa we will have lunch and after some rest will start making our way back to Cusco, arriving at approximately 6pm.
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Pickup Locations & Times
We can pick you up from any hotel located in Cusco city.
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Important Information
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have a high level of physical fitness
Reviews(3)
I would like to say that I have the trip of my life. Everything was just wonderful, IntoPeru took care of everything from start to end. They make me feel safe and comfortable all the time, I was a little nervous because it was a solo trip but it was definitely worth it. Patricia was so patient, professional and really kind. All her team was excellent. I loved Peru and i’m 100% coming back. If you are still thinking about booking the trip, don’t wait no more this is the review you are looking for. Just go for it, you won’t regret it!! Thank you so mucho for everything INTOPERU you are the best!! ❣️ 100/10
Thank you so much for this! Solo travel can feel daunting, especially somewhere as vast and new as Peru, and we always want our solo travellers to feel just as safe, looked after and at ease as anyone else. We're so glad that came through from start to finish. Humantay Lake is a truly special place and doing it as a solo traveller makes it even more of a personal achievement. We hope you're incredibly proud of yourself for just going for it! We cannot wait to welcome you back to Peru. Thank you for trusting us with your trip of a lifetime!
Thank you so much for making my vacation memorable. IntoPeru took the stress away and helped create a wonderful travel experience. I greatly appreciated the communication throughout the planning process, and keeping me organized with clear schedules and local contacts in the city. Transportation was coordinated smoothly. Friendly tour guides and drivers, Ensuring comfort throughout the journey is essential. This trip was full of adventures! Everything was seamless and beyond my expectation! Definitely recommended!
Thank you! Humantay Lake is a stunning destination and really glad everything from the planning through to the day itself felt smooth and well organised. Having clear schedules and local contacts makes a real difference, especially when navigating a new country. Appreciate the recommendation!
