Humantay Lake Tour Full Day

Humantay Lake is undoubtedly one of the best one-day hikes in Peru. Spend a beautiful day exploring fantastic mountain views, exotic flora and fauna, and enjoy our delicious picnic meals prepared by a local chef.

Tour Description

Daily departures to the amazing Humantay Lake, located next to the
Salkantay Mountain. Enjoy a picnic breakfast and lunch surrounded by the stunning Salkantay and Humantay peaks.

Highlights of the Humantay Lake Tour

  • Book with Confidence and Flexibility
  • Spend a full day exploring a turquoise glacial lake.
  • Professional, highly trained native tour guides.
  • Enjoy delicious meals prepared with local products.

Full Itinerary

We will pick you up from your hotel around 4:30 am and drive in our comfortable vans for about 3 hours to Soraypampa, where you will have breakfast with a stunning view of the Salkantay and Humantay mountains.

After enjoying a delicious breakfast prepared by our trekking chefs, you will start a 2-hour hike up to Humantay Lake (4,200 m), located at the base of the mountain of the same name. If you prefer, you can also rent horses from local families.

Upon arriving at the lake, you will have time to explore the surroundings and relax with the fantastic views of the mountains. Enjoy the native flora, local birds, and the magnificent Andean peaks.

Next, you will hike back down for about 1 hour to our lunch spot in Soraypampa. Our chefs will prepare a variety of Peruvian dishes in buffet style. After lunch, you will take our private van back to Cusco, arriving at your hotel around 6:00 pm.


What’s Included

  • Round-trip transportation.
  • Pick-up and drop-off from your hotel in Cusco.
  • Professional local tour guide.
  • Entrance fee to Humantay Lake.
  • Medical kit with oxygen in all our tours.
  • Picnic breakfast and lunch prepared by a local chef.
  • Extra blankets provided.
  • Trekking poles.
  • All taxes and booking fees.

Not Included

  • Horse riding (optional).
  • Gratuities (optional).

You Must Know Before Booking

  • We organize small groups every day to Humantay Lake.
  • Please advise in advance of any dietary requirements.
  • Vegetarian and vegan options are available.

What Do I Need to Bring?

  • Warm jacket and gloves for the cold morning at Humantay Lake.
  • Sunscreen, hat, and sunglasses.
  • Comfortable hiking shoes.
  • Extra snacks, power bars, and at least 2 liters of water.
  • Camera or phone for photos.
  • Extra money for emergencies (around 200 soles per person).

Covid-19 Measures to Keep You Safe

  • Temperature checks for all travelers are mandatory.
  • Face masks required for travelers and staff in public areas.
  • Hand sanitizer available to travelers and staff at all times.
  • Printed material such as maps or vouchers will be avoided.
  • 100% online payments with no booking fees.
  • Flexible bookings during the COVID-19 outbreak.

Price, Booking & Cancellation

Price

Price per person: 140 USD [payment_system_code]

Booking & Payment


To book the Humantay Lake tour, you need to make an initial payment of 50 USD per person. The remaining balance can be paid online, in installments, or in Cusco with any credit card, with no booking fees.

Cancellation Policy

Cancellation policy: You can cancel this tour up to 48 hours before departure and receive a full refund.

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