Enjoy this day trek, leave Cusco behind and hike along the beautiful valleys and white mountains to one of the most important lakes in Incan mythology. Humantay Lake is one of the most stunning places in the region. This adventure includes a professional guide, hotel pickup from Cusco City, entrance fees, and meals. Choose between a shared or private tour at the time of booking.
Inclusions & Exclusions
✔ Entrance fee ( if the option is selected)
✔ 1 American Breakfast, 1 lunch ( vegetarian option
✔ First aid kit and emergency oxygen
✔ Professional guide
✔ Hotel pickup in Cusco city
✔ Transport by private minivan
✔ 1 walking Stick
✖ Gratuities
✖ Drinks
✖ Drop off at the hotel.
Pickup Locations
1. Estancia San Pedro Hotel
2. Kaaro House Cusco
3. Hotel Piedmont
4. Hostal Sol Imperial
5. New Day Hotel
6. Sol Andino
7. Luna De Oro Hotel
8. Hostal Sumac Tika
9. Anahuarque Hotel Boutique
10. Katari Apart Hotel At Qorikancha
11. Sara Casa Boutique
12. La Posada Tinkuy hotel by Mundo Incaico
13. Hotel Cusco Pacha Inti
14. Redy's House
15. Hotel Santoyo Inn
16. Muyurina Inn
17. Feimar Hotel
18. Casa Fideranda Hostel & Apartments
19. Turi Wasi House Boutique
20. Elsa Wasi Cusco
Additional Info: If your hotel is located outside of the center of Cusco you must come to the meeting point, or contact us by whatsApp or email us directly to let us know the name of your hotel.
We do not pick up from Airbnbs if you are in Airbnb Be in the middle of Plaza el Regocijo by the small water Fountain at 4:00am (To be confirmed).
Itinerary
1
Cusco
Meet your driver at your hotel between 3:30am to 4:00am, and then travel by private transportation to Mollepata village. See the the lush valley of the Apurimac River during your 2-hour drive.
2
Mollepata
we will stop for a quick breakfast to get some energy before our hike!
Duration: 30 minutes
3
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).
Duration: 60 minutes
4
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. After that we have to return to mollepata
Duration: 3 hours
5
Once at the bottom, we will go back to Mollepata and have a delicious lunch.
Duration: 60 minutes
6
Cusco
Finally, we will take our transportation from Mollepata and go back to Cusco and enjoy a much-needed siesta!
Drop off are close to Plaza San Francisco around 18h.
Duration: 3 hours
Additional info
• Not recommended for pregnant travelers
• Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
• Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
• Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
• Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
• Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
• Minimum age is 14 years old.
• Vegetarian option is available, please advise at time of booking if required
• A minimum of 2 people per booking is required for the small group option
• Not recommended for Sedentary individuals.
• Not recommended for children and elderly people.
• Be responsible and do not bring your baby or small child to this trip.
