Full-Day Tour to Humantay Lagoon

Cusco, Peru
Duration13h
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TicketMobile or paper ticket accepted
LanguagesEnglish, Spanish
Group sizeUp to 25 travelers
Pickup offeredSee the meeting and pickup details below

Overview

Take one of the most spectacular hiking excursions through the Andes mountains, towards the Humantay lagoon (4180 masl). Enter the impressive landscape, the rich culture and the vast history of this area of the world. Start the tour leaving Cusco at 5:00 am in a vehicle to Soraypampa (3900 masl) for approximately 3 hours. In this section appreciate the varied fauna, such as the Andean condor or swallows and observe the imposing Salkantay and Humantay snow peaks. From Soraypampa begin the ascent of approximately two hours towards the Humantay lagoon. After exploring and photographing the place for around one hour, start the descent walk to Soraypampa (1 hour and 15 minutes). At arrival in Soraypampa, enjoy a lunch. Finally, start the return to Cusco.

What's included

  • First-aid kit.
  • Admission to Soraypampa.
  • Lunch
  • Pickup and drop-off.
  • Breakfast
  • Professional bilingual tour guide (English and Spanish).
  • Personal expenses.
  • Gratuities.

What to expect

  1. 3h · Admission ticket included
    Star the walk to the Humantay lagoon at this point (3900 masl). Soraypampa as part of the road Mollepata – Abra Salkantay – Santa Teresa is a nature location with incredible views.
  2. Humantay Lake
    1h 30m
    Enjoy this natural wonder where you will be able to observe the varied fauna like Andean condors, take pictures of its turquoise waters, and the majestic snowy Salkantay.

Meeting and pickup

Pickup details

Pick-up from hotels located at Cusco Historic Center.

Additional information

  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • 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
  • Not recommended for children under 12 years.
  • In the rainy months (December to March) we can make last minute cancellations due to adverse natural conditions. Cancellations made for this reason have no cost and we will formally notify you the day before.
  • We recommend acclimatization at least 48 hours in the city of Cusco.
  • Clothing Recommendation: high mountain shoes and clothing, windbreaker, hat, gloves, sunglasses, sunscreen and a camera.
  • No need to carry documentation.
  • It is important to inform us the name of the hotel where you are staying to coordinate your activity.
  • Rates do not apply for Peruvians or foreign passengers whose stay exceeded 60 days in Peru because sales taxes are not included in the above total and, if applicable, will be collected by the local operator.
  • If you have any physical or nutritional condition, please inform at the time of booking.
  • It is not possible to use horses on the new initial section of the trail — it must be done entirely on foot.
  • It is highly recommended to use trekking poles. These can be rented in the city, or our guides can assist with the rental.
  • Passengers must be in excellent physical condition. The route is more demanding and challenging.

Cancellation policy

All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.
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