Cusco: Discover the Snowcapped Peaks at Humantay Lake
ID: GYG404876-735165
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Country: Peru
Duration:
1 days
Description
Hike to the impressive beauty of lake Humantay and enjoy the fauna and flora this excursion from Cusco to the sacred mountains of the Inca people. Experience impressive views of the glacier and partake in a delicious breakfast and lunch.
Explore the natural wonder of the brilliantly blue lake Humantay amid the snow-dusted peaks with this tour from Cusco.
Meet your driver from the comfort of your accommodation in Cuzco between 4:30 and 5:00 AM and enjoy the scenic drive to Mollepata where tickets can be purchased. Have a hearty breakfast before continuing to Soraypampa, at 3,900 meters above sea level.
Walk on a rugged nature path to Lake Humantay, at 4,200 meters (13,779 feet) above sea level for wonderful views of the turquoise water at the base of the Humantay glacier. Immerse yourself in a landscape sacred to the Incas and take the opportunity to rent a horse for a ride to the lake.
Explore the glacial waters of the Humantai Lagoon and snap some photos until around 1:00 PM when you will go backdown to Mollepata for a restorative lunch. Return to Cusco arriving at about 6:00 PM where you will be dropped off by the main square which has many delectable dinner options.
Highlights
- Hike up to Humantay Lake to see awe-inspiring blue water and snow-capped peaks
- Enjoy a tasty lunch and continental breakfast
- Travel to the Humantay lagoon from Cusco and enjoy a rich buffet lunch
Guiding languages
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
Lake Humantay is 4000 meters above sea level, so while the hike is moderate, the high altitude can make it more difficult to breathe. The hike is almost all uphill, the path is steep and a bit slippery in places, so waterproof hiking shoes are recommended.
If you are staying in a private apartment or an Airbnb in Cuzco, you must send the exact location to whatsaap +51953874795, or try to contact your local agency to coordinate your pickup
Please bring comfortable walking shoes and a warm jacket
Hotel pickup is only from the historic center of Cusco
Due to the remoteness of the place, breakfast and lunch will be basic, so you may wish to bring snacks and water for the hike
All areas that customers touch are frequently cleaned
You must keep social distance while in vehicles
The number of visitors is limited to reduce crowds
You are required to bring and wear a mask
You must fill out a travel information form
You will receive a mandatory temperature check
Masks are optional for this activity
Masks are required while indoors
Wait at the reception desk of your hotel. For Airbnb pickup, please contact your local agency one day before the tour at whatsaap +51953874795 to coordinate your pickup.
We do not pick up from the airport, or from places very far from the center of Cusco.
When should I book?
To guarantee availability book as soon as possible. Early booking is worth consideration especially if you planning the trip during high season like public holidays or weekends.
Cancellations
This excursion you can cancel with no cost up to 48 hours before the start of the trip. If you cancel it after 48 hours or not show up on the excursion you will still be charged the full price of the activity. Being late on pick-up or departure will be considered as not showing up.
