HUMANTAY LAKE

1 DAY | staring from $99.00 per person.

The Aventure

In the immensity of the Cordillera de los Andes, next to one of the most important mountains, we can find a wonderful emerald-colored treasure, La Laguna de Humantay , which is in great harmony with the glacier of the same name. A paradisiacal place, unique for its scenic beauty, no photograph could capture such beauty. Let us transport you to a world full of history, natural beauty, and above all Andean culture. This particular lagoon has gained great popularity in recent years among locals and foreigners, making it a mandatory point for all visitors who are in the city of Cusco. 

In the immensity of the Cordillera de los Andes, next to one of the most important mountains, we can find a wonderful emerald-colored treasure, La Laguna de Humantay , which is in great harmony with the glacier of the same name. A paradisiacal place, unique for its scenic beauty, no photograph could capture such beauty. Let us transport you to a world full of history, natural beauty, and above all Andean culture. This particular lagoon has gained great popularity in recent years among locals and foreigners, making it a mandatory point for all visitors who are in the city of Cusco.

Located northeast of the city of Cusco, in the province of Anta in the district of Mollepata, along the paved road Cusco Mollepata (2hrs. and 45 min.) tour where you can see picturesque local towns where time seems to have stopped. The trek will provide us with a spectacular day of adventure and a unique ecosystem, a trek considered moderate to challenging.

HIGHLIGHTS

  • Visit to the Humantay Lagoon in the snowy Salkantay.
  • Views of the impressive Cordillera de los Andes
WHY TRAVEL WITH US

Your Safety is Our Priority

Exclusive Campsites

Expert Guides

Sustainable Tourism

Andean Chefs

Food on the Trail

Small Groups

Skilled Horsemen

Our journey will begin very early in the morning, we will pick you up at the hotel where you are, and then make a tour of 2 hours and 45 minutes, in one of our private transports. Our transportation is very comfortable and cozy, where you can rest a little longer until you reach the beginning of our adventure. Unlike regular tours, we will go directly to Soraypampa, the starting point of the trek where we will first taste our Box Breakfast, and then enjoy the particular beauty of La Laguna Humantay just for us.

The trek begins in Soraypampa located at 3,800 masl Soraypampa is the first camping point in one of the most important treks in Cusco known as Salkantay 5d/4n. culminating in Machu Picchu. by the way considered one of the 15 most important walks in the world.


We will make the ascent through a winding road where the first 45 min will be calm because it will be slightly flat, then we will start with the slightly more difficult part of the road that is steep; This tour will be approximately one hour. Remember that if it seems too difficult you can find some facilities, such as renting a horse, and thus lighten the ascent. When we are at the highest point we will be able to appreciate in all its splendor the incomparable Humantay Lagoon where our experienced local guide will provide you with valuable information rich in Andean culture and traditions. And you will have enough time to take photos and explore the whole place.

Then we will begin the descent which will take us approximately one hour to go to the town of Mollepata where we will have lunch and then return to the city of Cusco.

WHATS IS INCLUDED?
  • Informative meeting 01 day before your tour.

  • Pick up from your hotel in the morning and transfer by tourist transport

  • Cusco - Mollepata - Soraypampa - Cusco (starting point of the walk).

  • First aid kit including emergency oxygen bottle (in the car).

  • Breakfast.

  • Lunch.

  • Entrance Humantay Lagoon.

  • Professional guide.

  • carrier

WHATS IS NOT INCLUDED?
  • Hotel in Cuzco.

  • Horse rental (Ascent).

  • Travel insurance.

  • Services not mentioned.

Booking

CITY TOURS CUSCO

US $ 99.00

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