
Peru · 1 Day
Humantay Lagoon Trekking
Hike to the magical Humantay Lagoon located at the foot of the majestic Salkantay Snowy Peak. Inka Rainbow takes you to discover this hidden natural paradise in the mountain range, ideal for nature lovers and photography enthusiasts.
- 1 Day
- Cusco, Peru
Price and booking
- Deposit to confirm 25%
- Balance before departure 75%
- Card payments +5%
Private departure, guided in English or Spanish. Prices in US dollars.
What's included
Included
- Private transportation from and to your hotel in Cusco
- Professional English and Spanish-speaking guide
- Breakfast and tourist lunch
- Entrance tickets to the Humantay Lagoon reserve
- First aid kit and oxygen balloon
Not included
- Horse rental for the ascent
- Tips (Optional)
- Dinners, extra beverages, or personal expenses not specified
Hour by hour
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04:30h - 05:00h
Hotel Pickup
Our Inka Rainbow team will pick you up at your accommodation. Make sure you are ready at the stipulated time. Don't forget to bring warm clothing and comfortable shoes for this adventure.
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05:00h - 07:30h
Journey to the Trailhead
We will travel approximately 2.5 hours to the trailhead located in the town of Mollepata, where we will enjoy a delicious energizing breakfast before starting the hike.
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07:30h - 08:00h
Breakfast Stop
We will stop in the village of Mollepata to have breakfast and prepare for the trekking adventure.
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08:00h - 10:30h
Trek to Humantay Lagoon
We will begin our hike through the Andes mountains, enjoying the breathtaking landscapes of the Vilcanota mountain range. The hike takes approximately 2.5 hours to reach the magical turquoise Humantay Lagoon, located at an altitude of 4,200 meters above sea level.
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10:30h - 12:00h
Free Time at the Lagoon
You will have approximately 1.5 hours to explore, take photographs, meditate, and enjoy the stunning views of the lagoon and the Salkantay Snowy Peak.
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12:00h - 14:00h
Descent & Return to Trailhead
We will begin our descent back to the trailhead, which takes approximately 2 hours. This is a wonderful time to enjoy the different perspectives of the Andean landscape.
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14:00h - 15:00h
Lunch Time
Once back at the trailhead, we will enjoy a delicious lunch in Mollepata, where you can taste the delicious flavors of Andean cuisine.
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15:00h - 17:30h
Return to Cusco
Now it's time to rest and relax as we return to the Imperial City of the Incas. We will arrive back in Cusco around 5:30 PM.
This experience is part of our Nature journey, where it runs with a private guide across several days.
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