It was a wonderful trip, the arrival times and especially the destination. Breakfast and lunch were 10/10, highly recommended.
Humantay Lake - Cusco





At a glance
- Duration
- 12 hours
- Price from
- $34 / person
- Location
- Cusco, Peru
- Rating
- 5.0 / 5 · 12 reviews
- Languages
- PT, EN, ES
- Group
- Small group, up to 18
- Cancellation
- Free cancellation up to 24 hours before
- Confirmation
- Instant
- Ticket
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Operator
- Yeah Cusco Travel
- Meeting point
- Few steps from the central plaza
Description
The wonderful turquoise waters at the foot of the snow-capped Humantay, and it is amazed next to an impressive snow-capped Salkantay. Let yourself be carried away by the adventure of the experience in the Peruvian snow-capped peaks
Schedule & prices
- Runs
- Every day
- Start times
- 4:00 AM and 4:30 AM
- Next available
- Thu, Oct 8
- Adult (ages 18–55)
- $34
- Youth (ages 10–17)
- $34
Prices change with the date; the lowest is shown.
From the operator’s live schedule on Viator, checked Oct 6.
Tour Options
What's included
Pickup Locations & Times
- Pick-ups from all types of accommodation and/or meeting point in Plaza Regocijo. - Always keep connected to the internet for better communication. (WhatsApp) - Bring cash
Traveller Ratings
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
How it compares in Cusco
- Starting price $34 is 58% below the typical $80 for tours of similar length in Cusco
Excurgo comparison of 4,437 Viator tours, recalculated daily.
Important Information
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Hiking in high altitude areas
- Have good health
- It is not recommended for travelers with respiratory illnesses
- It is not recommended for travelers with high blood pressure or hypertension
Cancellation
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Frequently asked questions
How long does Humantay Lake - Cusco take?
Humantay Lake - Cusco lasts about 12 hours.
How much does Humantay Lake - Cusco cost?
Prices start at $34 per person for this Cusco experience, booked through Viator with the price shown before checkout. There is 1 booking option, so the final price depends on the option you choose.
What days does Humantay Lake - Cusco run?
According to the operator’s current schedule, it runs every day, starting at 4:00 AM and 4:30 AM.
Can I cancel Humantay Lake - Cusco for free?
Yes. Cancel at least 1 day before the start for a full refund. Later cancellations are non-refundable.
Is hotel pickup included?
Yes, pickup is offered. - Pick-ups from all types of accommodation and/or meeting point in Plaza Regocijo. - Always keep connected to the internet for better communication. (WhatsApp) - Bring cash Pickup points include Hotel Cusco La Paccha, Affiliated by Melia.
What languages is Humantay Lake - Cusco offered in?
The experience is available in PT, EN, ES.
Is this a private or a group tour?
It is a small-group experience with a maximum of 18 participants.
Will my booking be confirmed immediately?
Yes, bookings are confirmed instantly.
Is Humantay Lake - Cusco worth it?
Travellers rate it 5.0 out of 5 across 12 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor; it is run by Yeah Cusco Travel.
Reviews(12)
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
The trip was perfectly organized, the views are fantastic, the guide and driver were very kind
It was one of the best experiences that we had with my family. Nothing beats the chance to see the view of the lake in real time. We must say, we've been impressed by the high quality and attention detail of our agency. They were the perfect partner for me and my family during the whole trip, and they were always pending about everything during the trip it were smoothie for all of us. The high patience it's a plus.
A nice experience with family and friends on the mountain... We didn't imagine what it would be like but the end was rewarded... Thanks Yeah Cusco Travel
A super experience on the Humantay lagoon tour with our Yeah Cusco Travel friends, total quality and comfort in service.
Excellent Service, an experience that covers every detail to the minimum, passenger care where you feel satisfied and comfortable with the attention of the staff, nice experience recommended for you and other tours in Cusco
Was an extremely well organised Trip from start to finish. The guys at the Point Hostel in Cusco are very professional.Highly recommend.
Book with this travel agency various tours, we are very satisfied and pleased with the Service provided, from the attention to the development of the programs. I have to emphasize that the mountain of colors was what impressed me the most. Thanks for everything "Yeah Cusco Travel"👍
Very good Service from the purchase of the tour to return it. We have taken 3 tours: Sacred Valley, MOntaña de Colores plus Red Valley and Cuadrimotos a las Lagunas. In all three cases, the tours were started on time, very friendly and informative guides, always attentive to the needs of each participant.
Very good Service, lots of energy, always attentive to the need. I highly recommend you will not regret it.
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