HUMANTAY LAKE - DAY HIKE

Location

Cusco

Amount of people

Duration

Full Day

Difficulty

Intermediate

OVERVIEW

The Humantay Lagoon, located in the Cusco region, Peru, is a natural jewel of turquoise waters located at the foot of the Humantay mountain. This unique destination offers a spectacular landscape, ideal for outdoor activities and hiking lovers. Surrounded by towering mountains, it creates a captivating visual contrast that will take the breath away of tourists looking to explore Cusco tourism in a sustainable way.

The hike to the lagoon is challenging but rewarding, perfect for those who enjoy exciting adventure activities in stunning natural settings. The trails reveal panoramic views of valleys, glaciers, and Andean landscapes, enriching the experience.

In addition to its unmatched natural beauty, the Humantay Lagoon has spiritual importance in Andean culture, which adds a unique element to the Cusco tourism experience. You cannot miss visiting this place to connect with nature, admire spectacular landscapes, and immerse yourself in the rich Andean culture while participating in experiential tourism that respects and preserves the natural environment of the area.

WHAT TO KNOW BEFORE YOU GO

TOUR START TIME

From 04:00 to 04:30 AM

DURATION

13h 30m

TREK DISTANCE

4 km / 2.48 mi – round trip

HIGHEST POINT OF THE TREK

4,200 m / 13,779.53 ft

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

Confirmation will be received at the time of booking

Pickup and drop-off included

Live tour guide

This tour/activity will have a maximum of 14 travelers

Mobile tickets accepted

Most travelers can participate

NEED HELP BOOKING?

Send us an email at: info@innerpacha.com | call or text us at: +51 936 819 311

Itinerary

Día 1

Early morning pick up (4 AM) from your hotel or Air BnB within Cusco city. The drive itself is most interesting as we have amazing views of the mountains as we drive along, also passing through a few indigenous villages and cornfields en route to the trailhead. The drive to Soraypampa is about 3 hours, and we will be starting our hike at an elevation of 3800 meters/12,460 feet. Here, surrounded by majestic mountains and valleys, your hiking team will prepare a delicious breakfast to give you lots of energy before we start our ascent. The uphill hike is 1½ to 2 hours, with your guide pointing out the various flora and fauna along the way, perhaps stopping for a postcard-perfect shot of the snow-capped peaks here and there.

At the top is the treasure! Magnificent Blue Lagoon, a very special shade of deep turquoise with snow-capped Humantay glacial mountain in the background! Of course, the descent is usually a bit quicker than your initial climb, and when we get to the bottom, we’ll have a nice lunch prepared to reward you. With our hearts and bellies full, we will start our 3-hour return to Cusco in our private van.