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Incredible experience
Wilson and Wilfredo were super incredible!! Everything was wonderful. The bus, the pickup, the breakfast and the lunch. I loved it. I would take a tour with them again. Thank you very much!!
Humantay Lake Tour From Cusco - Group Tour
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At a glance
- Duration
- 12–13 hours
- Price from
- $30 / person
- Location
- Cusco, Peru
- Rating
- 4.9 / 5 · 189 reviews
- Languages
- 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
- Kantu Peru Tours
- Meeting point
- we pick up from your hotel in Cusco City
Description
Enjoy with us this great adventure full of breathtaking landscapes; this is an unmissable route that is gradually becoming very popular by all visitors to Cusco. The Humantay lake is located at 4200 of altitude in the district of Mollepata, 25 kilometers on a dirt road from the town center of Mollepata. Then, a 3 km walk is made to reach the destination. If your thing is to enjoy nature and trekking, this place is ideal. Humantay, is a snow-covered mountain that is part of the Andean mountain range, among these the majestic Salkantay and Humantay mountains, which at the thaw gives rise to the lagoon that, due to its unique turquoise color, generates the interest of foreign and national visitors. The walk to the place will make you feel a sense of peace and tranquility thanks to its natural beauty with which you will find yourself.
Schedule & prices
- Runs
- Every day
- Start times
- 4:00 AM
- Next available
- Fri, Oct 9
- Adult (ages 18–65)
- $30
- Child (ages 8–17)
- $30
From the operator’s live schedule on Viator, checked Oct 8.
Tour Options
Itinerary
Cusco
The tour starts picking you up from your hotel at 04:00 am approx, depending on your hotel location the pickup time will be quite different.
Mollepata
Once the group is ready the great adventure will start in the direction of the Humantay Lake. You travel by car for 2 hours approx in our tourist transport until arriving in the community of Mollepata. Here, you enjoy a delicious breakfast before continuing with the tour. Continuing the Humantay Lake Tour, The car leaves the main road to take the dirt road for 1 hour more. During the trip, you can observe beautiful landscapes, canyons, cloud forest, and beautiful glaciers as The Salkantay Glacier (The second biggest glacier of Cusco region).
Humantay Lake
Once you arrive at the final stop for the van, the group start hiking for 1.5 hours more approx. The time is an average and It depends on sure of your speed but no worries you will hike at your rhythm. The hike is a little bit more step than the Rainbow Mountain Tour, so try to have many stops in order to don’t get tired easily. Upon reaching the incredible Humantay turquoise Lake, All the group will have the information from the Tour Guide and free time to explore more the place, an approximate 40 minutes will remain before to get back to the parking. END OF THE TOUR After 1 hour you get lunch in the same restaurant than in the morning. As the hike demands a lot of effort, the lunch is Buffet in order to recover all the energy lost in the hike. Ending the Humantay Lake Tour, you return to Cusco city arriving at 5:00 pm approx., where our transport will take you to the city center or if it's a Private Service to your respective hotel. END OF OUR SERVICES
What's included
Included
Tourist Transport and Professional Driver.
First aid kit and oxygen ball.
Breakfast and lunch (Vegetarian food available)
Pick up from the hotel.
1 Walking stick.
Professional Guides.
Not included
Humantay Lake Ticket
Pickup Locations & Times
We pick you up from your hotel in Cusco City
Traveller Ratings
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
4.9
189 reviews
How it compares in Cusco
- Starting price $30 is 62% below the typical $80 for tours of similar length in Cusco
Excurgo comparison of 4,438 Viator tours, recalculated daily.
Important Information
- Service animals allowed
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- What we recommended to bring:
- Waterproof jacket / rain poncho if your visit is between themonths of October to April.
- Comfortable shoes for the hike (or the most comfortable you have to walk with a thick plant the path is stony).
- Small backpack (Snack, cookies, etc.).
- Water.
- Cash for shopping.
- Lightweight, warm clothing, woolen gloves, scarf, jacket /windbreaker.
- Sunscreen, lip balm, Sunglasses, Sun hat.
- Walking stick.
- Camera and extra batteries
Cancellation
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
1+ days before100% refund
0–1 days before0% refund
Frequently asked questions
How long does Humantay Lake Tour From Cusco - Group Tour take?
Humantay Lake Tour From Cusco - Group Tour lasts about 12–13 hours. The itinerary has 3 stops.
How much does Humantay Lake Tour From Cusco - Group Tour cost?
Prices start at $30 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 Tour From Cusco - Group Tour run?
According to the operator’s current schedule, it runs every day, starting at 4:00 AM.
How much does Humantay Lake Tour From Cusco - Group Tour cost for children?
Children aged 8–17 pay from $30, adults from $30.
Can I cancel Humantay Lake Tour From Cusco - Group Tour 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. We pick you up from your hotel in Cusco City Pickup points include Hotel Cusco La Paccha, Affiliated by Melia.
What languages is Humantay Lake Tour From Cusco - Group Tour offered in?
The experience is available in 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 Tour From Cusco - Group Tour worth it?
Travellers rate it 4.9 out of 5 across 189 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor; it is run by Kantu Peru Tours.
Reviews(189)
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
R
Very good tour in general
Too beautiful, it was worth coming from Costa Rica, my father was delighted, our guide Will Fredo excellent service, very attentive and kind.
I
Amazing
Great experience! Our tour guide, Wilfredo, was on time and did an excellent job throughout the tour. He was knowledgeable, friendly, and explained everything clearly while showing us all the important sights. We really enjoyed the experience and would definitely recommend Wilfredo to anyone looking for a great tour!
M
Great experience
Great experience, Raúl and Jonatan were very attentive
A
Super!!!
Super good tour, a different adventure, thanks to our guide Jonathan who was very attentive at every moment.
G
An experience that is worth it
An incredible experience that is definitely worth it. Our guide Jonathan was very kind and attentive throughout the entire tour; he explained everything very well and was always mindful of how we were feeling. The trip was very well organized and we enjoyed the experience very much. Without a doubt, we recommend it!
C
Excellent service
Excellent service from the driver Jaime and guide Jonathan; they were patient and were attentive at all times in case we felt unwell.
9
Beautiful experience
Very nice tour to Humantay Lake. We want to especially highlight Jonatan, our guide, for his kindness, patience, and attention throughout the entire tour. He accompanied us at all times, gave us very good advice for the altitude, and made sure we enjoyed the experience. César, our driver, was also very kind and attentive. The lagoon is beautiful and we highly recommend the tour!
S
Jonatan my friends
Our guide Jonatan made the experience extremely pleasant, he explained a lot to us about everything we were seeing and was very friendly. Highly recommended this tour, the views are incredible
M
The tour was excellent and even more so the guide Jonatan
I loved the tour with Jonatan; he was very friendly and answered any questions we had. He was always looking out for us! Highly recommended
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