HUMANTAY LAKE FULL DAY HIKE
Ven a vivir la experiencia de un día en uno de los paisajes más impresionantes del altiplano andino y parte de la famosa ruta Salkantay hacia Machu Picchu: la increíble Laguna Humantay.
Esta caminata ha sido cuidadosamente diseñada para aquellos viajeros que desean estar en contacto directo con la magnífica naturaleza del altiplano peruano, sus montañas nevadas, ríos y lugares sagrados al aire libre.
La Laguna Humantay es una de las atracciones que no te puedes perder en la región de Cusco. En esta caminata, visitarás la hermosa laguna azul turquesa, formada naturalmente por el deshielo del nevado Humantay, y te sorprenderás con las vistas impresionantes de las montañas cubiertas de nieve que la rodean.
Al llegar a la laguna, tendrás tiempo libre para explorar este hermoso lugar y conocer más sobre las antiguas costumbres de los incas. Este sitio ha sido sagrado desde la época inca, por lo que tendrás la oportunidad de participar en una pequeña ceremonia para agradecer a la Pacha Mama (Madre Tierra) por haber completado la caminata sin contratiempos.
HUMANTAY LAKE FULL DAY HIKE - Map
Itinerary
PACKAGE DETAILS | SALKANTAY TREK – HUMANTAY LAKE (FULL-DAY)
CUSCO – MOLLEPATA -SORAYPAMPA ( HUMANTAY LAKE )
We will pick you up from your hotel between 3:30 and 4:00 am before traveling in our private transportation to Mollepata located in the lush valley of the Apurimac River, which is approximately 2 hours and 30 minutes away from Cusco. In Mollepata, we will stop for a quick breakfast to get some energy before our hike! We will continue on our journey by car towards Soraypampa, which will take approximately one hour (3900 masl).
Here, we will begin our trek to the Humantay Lake located at 4200 masl (13779 feet). The steep hike up will take about 1 hour and 30 min.
If the climb is too difficult, you can ride a horse up to the lake. Once you reach the hardship will be forgotten once you reach the top and see the magnificent Apu Humantay Lake.
On the top of the mountain we will learn about why this place was considered sacred for the Incas and we will take time to appreciate the breathtaking views.
Once at the bottom, we will go back to Mollepata and have a delicious lunch. Finally, we will take our transportation and go back to Cusco and enjoy a much-needed siesta!
It is included
IT IS INCLUDED
- Pick up from your hotel (Only if located in the historical center of Cusco)
- Professional English speaking tour guide
- Transport from Cusco to Mollepata / Soraypampa – Mollepata- Cusco
- Meals: 1 breakfast and 1 lunch buffet (vegan options)
- Communication Radios
- Polar Blanket
- 1 walking steak
- First aid kit and emergency oxygen
IT IS NOT INCLUDED
- Not mentioned
- Gratuities (recommended)
What to Bring?
WHAT TO BRING
- A small backpack and hiking shoes
- Raincoat or poncho (Especially during the rainy season in December to April)
- Water bottle
- Sunglasses, sun hat and sunscreen
- Insect repellent and extra money (Soles)
- Snacks (dark chocolate, dried fruit, biscuits, etc.)
- Camera and extra batteries
RECOMMENDATIONS
- Not recommended for participants with back problems
- Not recommended for participants with heart disease/problems or other serious medical conditions
- Not recommended for pregnant women and babies.
- Not recommended for sedentary individuals or those with mobility issues.
FAQ
How long is the hike?
The approximate total distance is 4.3miles (round trip) and the climb takes about 1.5 hours at a normal pace.
Are horses available for the hike?
Yes, you can rent horses for the ascent if you wish. The approximate cost is 90 soles and the horses do about 90% of the climb, the final meters need to be done on foot.
Do I need to have hiking experience and good physical condition?
It is a short hike, even without experience it is possible to complete the ascent without much difficulty.
Flexible
Flexible cancellation/ change
- Cancel your tour 48 hours in advance and be reimbursed for the full amount of the tour. If you cancel the tour after these 48 hours prior to your tour no refund will be processed.
- The policy to reschedule or to make any amendment allows the update to be made no more than 5 days prior to the date of your tour and it is valid until December 30th, 2022.
- The itinerary may be subject to changes due to unforeseen circumstances, beyond the control of the operator, changes without prior notice.
