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Humantay Lake Full Day Trek from Cusco with Lunch

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Humantay Lake Full Day Trek from Cusco with Lunch

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Group Guided Tour: Shared tour and transportation with an Spanish, and English speaking guide (bilingual tour).
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Private guided tour: Private tour and transportation with an English, Spanish or Portuguese speaking guide.
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Highlights

See the sweeping landscape of the Peruvian Andeans, through the Vilcabamba mountain range, and discover this Inca Sacred Lake. On the way, you will be surrounded by towering snow-capped mountains and beautiful valleys.


• The trek will take you through the most scenic landscapes of the region.
• You’ll get to know the esoteric and mystical aspects of this lagoon.
• Take a horseback ride to the top and make the most of your experience (optional).
• Find a perfect spot to relax and appreciate the emerald water of Lake Humantay.


The trek has a moderate difficulty level, which is why you need to be fully acclimatized before committing to this activity.

Itinerary

  • Cusco

    Admission Ticket Free
    Your adventure begins with an early pickup from your hotel in Cusco. It will take about 3.5 hours to get to Humantay Lake from Cusco, but first, we’ll have a stop for breakfast at a cozy restaurant.
  • Mollepata

    1 hoursAdmission Ticket Free
    Before arriving to the starting point of our hiking, we’ll have a stop In Mollepata for breakfast at a cozy restaurant.
  • Humantay Lake Peru

    3 hoursAdmission Ticket Included
    Before starting the trek, our guide will give some useful information so you can walk safely to the top of the mountain. The hike will start at 3,800 m.a.s.l. reaching the 4.200 meters of elevation, which is why we need to take it calmly and slowly. Once at the top of the mountain, you’ll realize that all that hard work has paid off! Our guides will explain the origin of the lagoon and will give you some free time so you can fully appreciate this natural wonder. After our visit, we will return to the buses so we can continue to our lunch stop. It should take about 45 minutes on the way down to the parking lot.
  • Mollepata

    Admission Ticket Free
    After a whole day full of adventure, now it’s time for a well-deserved lunch. We’ve selected a restaurant where you’ll be able to sample the best of the Peruvian cuisine. After the lunch, we will head towards Cusco where you can choose to be dropped off at your hotel or at the Plaza de Armas. Once we’ve finished with all the activities, we’ll return to Cusco. Drop off will be at your accommodation.

What's included

INCLUDED

Round trip transportation to and from most Cusco hotels
Lunch
Professional tour guide in Spanish and English
Breakfast
Air-conditioned vehicle

NOT INCLUDED

Meals and drinks not mentioned.
Gratuities and tips are not included and are left to individual discretion.
Horseback ride (optional, approximately 80 soles - 22 US dollars)

Customer reviews

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The Humantay Lake Full Day Trek is highly recommended for its breathtaking landscapes and the rewarding experience of reaching the top. Many reviews praise the attentive and helpful guides, such as Jehomar, Ernesto, and Jerver, who enhance the trek with their support and knowledge. Despite the physical challenge, the trek is deemed worth it, with options like horseback riding available for those less physically fit. Overall, the tour is well-organized, with good meals and excellent guide service, making it an unforgettable adventure.

Additional information

Must Know
Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Good To Know
Service animals allowed
Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Travelers should have a high level of physical fitness
Use sneakers or light/tennis shoes, a raincoat (long poncho) during the rainy season. Also bring Sunscreen, brimmed hat for sunny days.

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