Humantay Lake Day Trip from Cusco: Scenic Trekking Tour with Intimate Small Group Experience

Enjoy this scenic trekking tours around Cusco without the crowds. Live an authentic experience joining a small group of explorers we depart early in the morning than most of the large groups and agencies, ensuring a more intimate experience of the serene lake and the snow-capped mountain behind it, take time to appreciate the breathtaking views.

Duration: 14 hours
Cancellation: 24 hours
Highlights
  • 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.
  • Mollepata - In Mollepata, we will stop for a quick breakfast to get some energy before our hike! We will continue on our journey by car towards…
What's Included
  • Complimentary walking stick
  • Group tour (18 max) or small group option (1-8)
  • Hotel pick-up in Cusco included
  • Buffet lunch with vegetarian options
  • Entrance fees to Salkantay and Humantay covered
  • Bilingual tour guide service
  • Breakfast with vegetarian options
What's Not Included
  • tips
Location
Plaza Kusipata
In the middle of the Square by the water fountain. (Plaza El Regocijo, Kusipata)
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Customer Ratings
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Panagiotis_k
Sep 17, 2025
Everything was perfect!!... - Everything was perfect!! Amazing experience! Our guide Javier was very funny guy and keen to answer our questions
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Melinasanz
Sep 8, 2025
Beautiful Views and Knowledgable Guides - Humantay Lake was an amazing experience and our guide Cesar was knowledgable and patient with all of the different skill levels in the group. It was a tough hike but horses were offered at the beginning of the hike at an additional cost. Aside from the trip itself, the agency was communicative and gave us all of the necessary information we needed prior to our meet up.
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U7779xjryanm
Jul 29, 2025
Incredible experience, crazy value for money! - The experience was epic, I thought there was a catch because it’s so cheap, but the service was great and the food was amazing! Javier was our guide and he really looked out for everyone! Highly recommend!
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Ericst9539ly
Jul 7, 2025
Solid touring company. - We ended up being part of this particular touring group, after having been 'diverted' from a different company. Didn't know this until they showed up (I guess they all work together to keep the buses full?). The tour was very good. The guide was very capable, and made sure everyone made it to the top at the pace they could handle. Needless to say: this is a gorgeous place. Plenty of people there at peak tourist season, but it was still fantastic.
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SarĂ³n
Jun 14, 2025
Maravilloso - Great experience, all very nice. The walk is a bit heavy but the guide supported us by getting us some horses to get on and off. The food they provide is very rich. It's totally worth it.
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Victoria_l
Mar 27, 2025
Had to Pivot to Seven Lagoons of Ausungate due to Landslides - Would Still Recommend! - Unfortunately, we were unable to do Humantay Lake due to landslides in the area when we visited Peru in late March 2025. Viator’s partner for this excursion - Willka Travel - was extremely supportive and communicative through the whole process though! They informed us of the closure a few days before, and offered us Rainbow Mountain (we which had already booked for later) or the Seven Lagoons of Ausangate, which we opted to do. We were picked up at 4:00 AM and given the rundown, then given time to sleep a bit on the drive into the mountains. Raul, our driver, was wonderful, and expertly handled some of the spooky mountain roads in Peru. It was pretty easy to sleep, but if you get motion sickness, some Dramamine can be helpful. Once we got the base camp site, breakfast was provided. It was nice and light for the hike ahead, and they had coffee and tea. Also, local vendors were there selling sweaters and scarfs. It was EXTREMELY cold at points, so as everyone says - wear layers! It’s also a good idea to have some small denominations of cash for the restroom or small items. Our guide, Jenkins, did a great job explaining the trek ahead, and then allowed everyone to move at their own pace, with a rendezvous point at the first lagoon. Jenkins did the tour in both English and Spanish, and was incredibly thoughtful and kind throughout. He was extremely informative and also had some practical insights for managing the trail. We are fairly experienced hikers, but this was TOUGH. The combination of the altitude and incline at the beginning of the trail are brutal, but once you get to the first lagoon, it evens out. The lagoons themselves are beautiful and unique, but more amazing are the views of the glaciers behind. Absolutely stunning stuff, and well worth the difficult hike. It was a challenging but rewarding experience! Definitely recommend it, but come ready for a tough trek!
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Kristinanr2317cl
Feb 26, 2025
Challenging but worth visiting - It was really great! The views are incredible. The path is a little bit difficult to hike but you can get to the top on horseback. Landscape is beautiful. Our guide was Javier Pro and he was really helpful, nice, professional. I had a great time.
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Let_ciagabrieleg2024
Oct 1, 2024
Best tour with the best Guide! - The place is spectacular, there is nothing to talk about, it is a unique walk! Our Guide, Ciro, was sensational, very helpful, guided and accompanied us all the time! Super worth it!
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Flowerpowaaa
Sep 3, 2024
Breathtaking View! - Definitely a breathtaking view of the lake. The hike was worth it! Our tour guide Hilton was nice and checked up on everyone during the hike to make sure we were doing fine with the altitude. Definitely recommend this hike!
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Heather_h
Oct 15, 2024
Make sure you get a good guide - Make sure you get a good guide, one who is enthusiastic and passionate, because this one was anything but.
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From $45
up to 15 guests
1 - Adult
Cancellation: Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start of your experience (local time).