Visiting Humantay Lake is one of the most sought after day trips from Cusco. Humantay Lake is located at 4,200 meters (13,779 feet) above sea level, near the Salkantay Mountain. Humantay is considered as one of the most beautiful lakes in the region of Cusco. The lake is easily recognizable due to its unusual turquoise waters, which contrast with the white color of the nearby glaciers.
The full day tour to Humantay begins at Soraypampa town, a small Andean village. Getting to Humantay is quite challenging due to the altitude of the route. Also, the route has an approximate length of 2 km, so you will need to have a good physical condition before attempting this tour.
Even though the most popular route to Humantay is the full day tour, the lake can also be visited as part of the Salkantay Trek to Machu Picchu, a longer trekking route of 5 days. Also, in order to avoid suffering from altitude sickness, it is recommended to spend some days in Cusco city to acclimate to the Andean environment.
Our Humantay Lake from Cusco tour is the perfect activity to complement your vacations in Cusco, Peru. This tour starts with a drive from Cusco to Soraypampa. The trekking section can be completed between 1.5 and 2 hours, depending on the weather. The beautiful Andean landscapes of the Humantay Lake hike are, without a doubt, worth the effort of trekking there.
At Andean Luxury we are committed to provide the best tours and treks in the region of Cusco. Whether you want to visit the incredible Inca citadel of Machu Picchu, or explore the sinuous trekking routes of the Andes, we are your best option.
Visit the incredible Humantay Lake accompanied by our expert team of professional tour guides. We also offer group tours to the most famous destinations of the region, such as the Sacred Valley of the Incas and Machu Picchu.
Cusco hotel transfer
4:30 am
We will pick you up from your hotel in Cusco. Afterwards, we will drive in our private vehicle to the small town of Mollepata. We will be traveling through the quiet valleys of the Andes mountains. Once at Mollepata, we will stop to have breakfast. Then, we will go to Soraypampa town, where we will get off our private vehicle to walk to the trailhead to Humantay.
The route to Humantay Lake has an approximate length of 2 km. It takes around 1.5 hours to complete the trek. The path is dotted with numerous alpaca and llama farms. Be aware that the climate is cold. Temperatures range between 10ºC (50ºF) and 0ºC. (32ºF), so you will need to wear warm clothes.
Once we arrive at Humantay Lake, you will be astonished by the beautiful blue and green tones of this glacier lagoon. Due to its unusual look, Humantay is often nicknamed as the “hidden jewel of the Andes”. You will have plenty of time to take photos of the incredible landscapes that surround Humantay.
After spending some time near Humantay, we will go back to Soraypampa, and then to Mollepata, where we will stop to have lunch. Afterwards, we will board our private vehicle to return to Cusco city. We will be arriving at Cusco around 6:30 pm. Once there, we will transfer you back to your hotel.
