Cusco: Humantay Lagoon Full Day

Peru



Discover Laguna Humantay and be part of this great adventure in Cusco, Peru. Immerse yourself in mountains full of unique landscapes and colors that characterize it.

Highlights

  • Enjoy this great adventure at over 4,000 meters above sea level.
  • A hike that will fill you with unforgettable experiences
  • And savor flavors that transport you to ancient times.

Description

We will pick you up at your hotel at 4:30 a.m. and head north from the city of Cusco to the village of Mollepata, a place with a pleasant climate located 2,900 meters above sea level. There, we will arrive at the Casa Salkantay Museum Restaurant, a beautiful spot where, in addition to enjoying a buffet breakfast, you can take in the stunning natural scenery of the Apurimac Valley. We will then continue our journey for another hour along a trail to Soraypampa, a tourist camp located 3,800 meters above sea level. From there, we will begin our hike to Humantay Lagoon, which will take approximately 1.5 hours and will take us up to 4,300 meters above sea level. (Please note that you can rent horses in Soraypampa.) At Humantay Lake, travelers will have free time to take the best photos of the site. After participating in a reenactment of a mystical ceremony, we will return to Soraypampa to catch the bus back. We will stop again at the Casa Salkantay Museum restaurant for a buffet lunch, after which our guide will provide information about the archaeological artifacts found in the area. Finally, we will return to the city of Cusco between 5:00 pm and 6:00 pm.

Includes

Breakfast buffet. Lunch buffet Professional tour guide. Tourism transportation. Visit to the Casa Salkantay Site Museum Poles. First-aid kit Trekking poles

Excludes

Horse rental (approximately PEN 80 per person). Entrance fees to Mollepata village (10 Peruvian soles and 20 soles for foreigners). Gratuities.

Important Information

  • This tour includes a hike of approximately 1 hour and 30 minutes, so an adequate level of fitness is required.

Easy cancellation

Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund

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