Beat the Crowds Humantay Lake Day Tour (Private)

4.9 (144 reviews) Cusco, Peru
Duration13h
Free cancellationFull refund up to 24 hours before
Instant confirmationYour booking is confirmed right away
TicketMobile or paper ticket accepted
LanguagesEnglish, Spanish
Group sizeUp to 8 travelers
Pickup offeredSee the meeting and pickup details below

Overview

An Exclusive Early Access to Serenity: Begin your journey ahead of the crowd to Humantay Lake's pristine beauty. It’s not just about getting there; it’s about having that pristine space mostly to yourself.

Elevate Your Experience: After a manageable 1.5-2h hike, stand at 4200m (13,800 ft.) beside a crystal-clear lake, taking in views that many travelers don't get to see. And because we know altitude can be a challenge, we ensure the hike is paced for enjoyment and safety.

Picture-Perfect Perspectives: Go beyond the typical view. We guide you to elevated vantage points around the lake that most tours miss—ensuring you capture memories and photos that will be the envy of all.

Journey in Comfort: The drive is long, but it doesn't have to be uncomfortable. Relax in our specially modified seats, a pleasant change from the standard hard ones you'll find elsewhere.

Travel with the Best: With rave reviews backing us, join a small group of up to 8 enthusiastic travelers!

What's included

  • Tour with private guide (only for tours booked after 3.11.2025; tours booked before are group tours)
  • Fluent bilingual local guide
  • Comfortable vans with modified seats, avoid back-pain and worse compared to touristy tours
  • Trekking poles, first-aid kit, mountain radios, oximeter, and oxygen bottle
  • Breakfast & Lunch at great restaurant with beautiful view over the valley
  • Hotel pick-up and drop-off
  • Beverages
  • Humantay Lake

What to expect

  1. Cusco
    15m
    3:00 am: Early pick-up from your hotel in Cusco (it’s worth the early start to beat the crowds and make the most of your day).
  2. 30m
    5:35 am: Enjoy a wholesome and energizing breakfast (no touristy fare here—just fresh, high-quality ingredients) as we make our way to the briefing spot.
  3. Humantay Lake
    10h · Admission ticket not included
    7:40 am: Arrive at the parking lot + Meet your guide for an informative briefing.

    9:30 am: Reach the stunning Humantay Lake, where you'll soak in the tranquility and breathtaking beauty of nature. Later, explore various vantage points for the perfect photo opportunities.

    11:00 am: Head back to the vehicle.
  4. 45m
    12:00 pm: Savor a delicious lunch at the top-rated restaurant in the area, known for its quality, cleanliness, and exceptional service.
  5. Cusco
    15m
    3:30 pm: Return to Cusco and drop-off at your hotel.

    Note: All times are approximations.

Meeting and pickup

Pickup details

Pickup from your hotel/hostel/AirBnb close to the Cusco city center. IMPORTANT: After you made your reservation, please send us immediately via the Tripadvisor messenger the pickup location and food preferences. This messenger will be available within your booking confirmation.

Additional information

  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
  • Bring your backpack, a rain cape and layers of clothes so you'll be warm
  • Take gloves, a hat, hiking shoes + extra socks with you (in case of snow)
  • Bring sunscreen, sunglasses and some extra money
  • We highly recommend at least 24 hours of acclimatization before doing any of our tours in Cusco
  • Minimum age is 12 years

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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