From Cusco: Transfer to Humantay Lake Hike
ID: GYG885795-1392041
Category:
Country: Peru
Duration:
1 days
Description
Embark on a hike to Humantay Lake from Cusco. Admire the beautiful mountains Apu Salkantay and Humantay on a hike.
Embark on a full-day adventure to Laguna Humantay from Cusco. Admire the beautiful mountains of Apu Salkantay and Humantay, and hike to the stunning Humantay Lake.
Begin your day with a hotel pickup in Cusco. After a 2-hour drive, arrive in Mollepata, where you can stop for breakfast (not included) and pick up water and snacks for the hike. After breakfast, travel 1 more hour to Soraypampa.
Once you reach this high mountain plateau, admire the beautiful mountains Apu Salkantay (6,230 meters above sea level) and Humantay (5,250 meters above sea level). The trek itself reaches an altitude of 4,200 meters.
After a short time preparing your backpack, begin the 2-hour hike to Humantay Lake. The trail to Humantay Lake is steep, however, you will have plenty of time to enjoy the hike.
Enjoy the views of Humantay Lake and a short optional climb above the lake to the right or to the left, where you can enjoy a panoramic view. Then, descend to Soraypampa for another hour.
Take your private transportation back to Mollepata, where you will have lunch (not included). Once you finish your buffet lunch, return to Cusco and be dropped off at your hotel.
Highlights
- Admire the beautiful mountains Apu Salkantay and Humantay on a hike
- Take a short optional climb above the lake to enjoy a panoramic view
- Enjoy a buffet lunch in Mollepata after your hike (not included)
- Take a private transfer from Cusco to the trailhead and back
- Enjoy a 2-hour hike to Humantay Lake and admire the views of the lake
Guiding languages
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
The trek to Humantay Lake is steep and reaches an altitude of 4,200 meters. It's recommended to be in good physical condition.
The weather can be unpredictable, so it's advised to bring warm clothing and rain gear.
Altitude sickness can be a concern; it's advisable to acclimatize to the altitude before attempting the hike.
The hike duration is approximately 2 hours to reach Humantay Lake, with additional time for enjoying the views and resting.
Participants should bring their own water and snacks for the hike, as these are not provided.
INCLUDED
- Pick-up and drop-off at selected hotels
- Private transportation
NOT INCLUDED
- Breakfast
- Lunch
- Water and snacks
- guide
When should I book?
To guarantee availability book as soon as possible. Early booking is worth consideration especially if you planning the trip during high season like public holidays or weekends.
Cancellations
This excursion you can cancel with no cost up to 24 hours before the start of the trip. If you cancel it after 24 hours or not show up on the excursion you will still be charged the full price of the activity. Being late on pick-up or departure will be considered as not showing up.
