HUMANTAY LAKE
Humantay Lake Hike
Humantay Lake is a turquoise lagoon next to the Salkantay glacier and is a unique beauty. This trek is perfect for nature lovers and adventurous spirits.
Humantay Lake is located at 4459msnm and is an alternative adventure destination in Cusco. The route is near Apu Salkantay, an attraction that has a beautiful landscape and years of history with archaeological areas nearby.
This lagoon is formed by the thawing of the snowy mountain tops of Humantay and Salkantay, which create a unique landscape in the district of Mollepata (Anta).
TRIP DETAILS
CUSCO | MOLLEPATA - SORAYPAMPA - HUMANTAY LAKE
Pick up from the hotel from 4:30 am to 5:00 am, And we leave Cusco to the Mollepata district of ANTA province at 2803 masl. Where we will have a short break for breakfast and continue with our transport until we reach Soraypampa at 3912 meters above sea level. From this point, we will begin our walk towards the Humantay lake A walk that lasts approximately 1:30 hours. Until we reach our final destination, that is to appreciate all the natural beauty of the humantay lake and its surroundings, as is the majestic salkantay; after the explanation of our professional guide, we will return to Soraypampa and return by bus to Mollepata. Where we will have lunch and return to Cusco. Arrival at Cusco approximately 06:00 pm and return to the hotel.
WHAT IS INCLUDED
Pre-departure Humantay Lake briefing, presented by your tour guides
Transportation to the head Humantay Lake
English/Spanish speaker professional guide
Entrance ticket to Humantay Lake
Meals: breakfast and lunch
Vegetarian food available on request with no extra charge
First Aid equipment and Oxygen bottle for emergencies.
WHAT IS NOT INCLUDED
Dinner
Personal Hiking Clothing and gear
Travel Insurance
Tips for our staff: Tipping is Customary on any excursion to Machu Picchu.
IMPORTANT THINGS TO BRING
Backpack (the smaller the better)
Water
Comfortable hiking boots (light with good soles)
1-2 T-shirts
1-2 hiking pants
1 thick and soft scarf
1 warm jacket
1 rain jacket and pants
1 sun hat
1 wool hat
Gloves
Sunscreen
Facial moisturizer
Alcohol gel
Moist towelettes
Toilet paper
Personal medication
First aid kit