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Humantay Lake Hike

Climb more than 4000 metres up to contemplate the Humanatay Lake, a spectacular sight and a unique trekking experience deep in the heart of the Andes!

  • 13 - 14 hours
  • 9Exceptional | 811 reviews

Ascend over 4000 meters to admire the stunning Humantay Lake, an extraordinary trekking adventure nestled in the majestic Andes!

Hike to Humantay Lake

Following your hotel pickup at the designated time, we will embark on a bus journey toward the Humantay Lagoon, a breathtaking gem situated within the Andean mountains.

Our initial stop occurs in the Mollepata settlement, located at nearly 3,000 meters above sea level, where we will pause to savor a nourishing breakfast, the perfect way to energize for the day!

Continuing our exploration through this remarkable Peruvian region, we will reach the Soraypampa camp, situated at 3,900 meters. Here, we will commence our trek to the Humantay Lagoon, a turquoise oasis embraced by the towering glaciers of the mountain range.

The hike spans approximately 2 hours and elevates us to 4,200 meters, where we can marvel at the diverse local flora and fauna. The effort will reward you with an awe-inspiring vista, unmatched anywhere in Peru.

After spending an hour in this enchanting environment, we will retrace our steps back to Soraypampa, where we will board the bus bound for Mollepata, to enjoy a well-earned buffet lunch.

Finally, we will return to Cusco, concluding our 13-hour journey with a drop-off at Regocijo Square.

This excursion includes pickup from several locations in Cusco:

Historical center of Cusco (San Blas neighborhood, Calle Nueva Alta, Saphi, Ruins, Matara, San Pedro, Av. Sol, Tullumayu, and Huascar).Santa Ana (limited to the area around the Temple of Santa Ana).Recoleta (restricted to the Temple of Recoleta and adjoining streets).Zaguán del Cielo.Lucrepata.Wanchaq (including the oval of Pachacuteq, Infancia, Estadio Garcilaso, and Plaza Tupac Amaru).Santiago (Grau Bridge and Pasaje Esmeralda).

If your accommodation is situated elsewhere, you will receive details about the precise meeting point located close to the Plaza de Armas in Cusco.

Included

  • Hotel pickup
  • Transport by bus
  • Breakfast and buffet lunch
  • English–speaking guide
  • Hiking equipment
  • Breakfast and buffet lunch
  • Emergency oxygen and first aid kits
  • Blankets

Not included

  • Entry to the Mollepata village: 12.5PEN for Peruvians, 24PEN for foreigners

Tips

  • Accessibility: Not wheelchair accessible.

Location

Activity location

Los Andes, 08007 Santiago, Peru

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