“Humantay Lagoon, synonymous with spending a wonderful day.”
This tour is ideal for nature and trekking lovers. You can enjoy Humantay Lagoon with its crystal-clear water that turns turquoise, formed by the melting of the Humantay Snowy Peak, a natural gem covered in snow. Located on the route to Apu Salkantay, “Wild Mountain.”
Places to Visit
Humantay Lagoon
Humantay, a snow-covered mountain part of the Vilcabamba mountain range, gives rise to the formation of this splendid turquoise-colored lagoon, fed by the mountain's glaciers and a jewel of nature on the Apu Salkantay route.
Department
Cusco
Departure / Return Location
Pick-up from your hotel / Hotel
Departure Time
5:00 AM (subject to change)
Return Time
Approximately 6:00 PM (subject to change)
1st Activity: Start - Soraypampa
Our adventure begins in Cusco. In our private tourist transport, we head to the town of Mollepata, where a typical breakfast awaits us to recharge our energy before continuing to Soraypampa.
2nd Activity: Humantay Lagoon
From this point, we start the hike, accompanied by our guide. For 30 minutes, the path is relatively flat, followed by an uphill climb for about one hour until we reach Humantay Lagoon.
3rd Activity: Return
At the lagoon, the guide explains the significance of the site, and we’ll have time to enjoy the beauty of nature. After spending a reasonable amount of time, we descend to the location of our transport. Once we arrive, we return to Mollepata to enjoy a delicious lunch. Then, we head back to Cusco.
The Tour Includes:
Transport Cusco - Soraypampa (round trip).
Trekking poles.
1 delicious breakfast and lunch.
Entrance ticket to Humantay Lagoon.
First aid kit.
Professional guide.
The Tour Does Not Include:
Horse, if needed.
Extra expenses.
Recommendations:
Light clothing for hiking and a jacket.
20L or 30L backpack.
Rain poncho.
Cap, hat, gloves, and sunscreen.
Sunglasses, water bottle.
Personal medications (headache relief, anti-inflammatory drugs).
Extra money (preferably in soles).
Difficulty of the Path to Humantay Lagoon:
The difficulty is moderate, with a total hiking distance of 3 km and an approximate hiking time of 1 hour and 40 minutes. Moderate physical effort is required.
Best Time to Visit Humantay Lagoon:
From May to November.
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