Humantay Lake Trek
Duration:
1 Day
Max. Elevation:
13780 ft amsl
Dificult:
Medium - High
Enjoy an unforgettable day exploring the stunning Humantay Lagoon, located high in the Andes mountain range. Immerse yourself in the natural beauty of this place and be amazed by its turquoise waters surrounded by majestic mountains.
Surrounded by mountains and the impressive Humantay glacier, at 4,000 masl, lies a beautiful lagoon that invites you to enjoy its crystal-clear waters and the stunning landscape that surrounds it. Join us on this adventure to Humantay Lagoon!
- Duration: 1 day
- Departures: Daily
- Category: Trekking
- Starts in: Cusco
- Places: Mollepata – Soraypampa – Humantay Lagoon
Itinerary:
Our adventure begins early, between 4:30 am and 5:00 am, by boarding the tourist bus that will take us to the town of Mollepata in a journey of approximately 2 hours, passing through beautiful and picturesque towns like Poroy and Limatambo. In Mollepata (2,900 masl), we will have a delicious breakfast before continuing by bus to Soraypampa (3,900 masl). From here, we will start the uphill hike, which lasts about an hour, until we reach the beautiful Humantay Lagoon (4,200 masl).
This place is excellent for taking photos, enjoying the scenery, and admiring the crystal-clear color of the lagoon. After some time visiting and exploring the area, with a view of the Humantay glacier (5,450 masl) in the Vilcabamba mountain range, accompanied by our guide who will explain this magnificent place, we will begin the return hike to Soraypampa. From there, we will explore the Salkantay Trail (6,271 masl) and enjoy the view of this sacred mountain, the second highest in the Cusco region. Later, we will have our delicious lunch and take the transport back to Cusco, arriving at around 5:00 pm.
Inclusions:
Includes:
- Roundtrip tourist transport: Cusco – Soraypampa – Cusco.
- Meals: Breakfast and lunch.
- Professional guide.
- Visit to Humantay Lagoon.
- First-aid kit.
Not Included:
- Entrance fees.
- Soft drinks and alcoholic beverages.
- Trekking poles.
Price:
Consult.
Travel Recommendations:
- Trekking shoes.
- Trekking poles.
- Sunscreen and sunglasses.
- Warm or thermal clothing.
- Snacks.
- Water bottles.
- Rain poncho.
- Bags to dispose of waste.
- It is recommended to spend at least one day acclimatizing in the city of Cusco, as the lagoon is located at over 4,000 masl.
Our reviews
¡Lo recomiendo totalmente!!
Mi experiencia en la agencia y en especial con mi guia, fue fantástica. Me explicó con mucho detalle y de forma entretenido cada lugar que íbamos visitando. ¡¡Lo recomiendo totalmente!! Gracias totales.