Laguna Humantay

Humantay Lake and Salkantay Trek Tour of 1 Day, was created thought of all people who are nature lovers who have a free day or tourists who arrive in Cusco who do not have many days to visit some wonderful passages of the flora and fauna, in all our trip towards the Humantay Lagoon and the sacred mountains or sacred Apus like Salkantay.

Enjoy a full-day tour to the magical Humantay Lagoon which is considered one of the most beautiful and sacred lagoons in Cusco. On the way we will be able to observe the majestic snow-capped Salkantay (6,270 m) where you will feel the energies of the reason for its popularity, we will pass through wonderful small towns and views of landscapes typical of the Inca region. Finally we will begin an uphill walk of about 2 km and we will have the Humantay lagoon in front of us.

A popular day trip from Cusco, Humantay Lake and its natural wonders are best experienced by hike, but navigating on your own can be challenging. This full-day guided sightseeing tour includes round-trip travel from Cusco, entrance fees, plus breakfast and lunch—everything is taken care of for you to enjoy your trek in full. Admire panoramic views over Apurimac River and Humantay Lake, and learn of the region’s Inca history.

I invite you to feel and enjoy the turquoise lagoon of Humantay in 1 day, make contact with nature on one of the most famous natural tours of the city of Cusco, Peru. Lake Humantay, is surrounded by imposing glaciers that are part of the Andes Mountains, among them the majestic Salkantay and Humantay Snowy that melts the splendid Humantay lagoon, which when you visit it will transform your way of seeing the nature, enjoying the flora and fauna that will be recorded in your wonderful photographs in the place with the 100% pure oxygen that your body will thank you for.

Embark on a captivating journey with Encuentros Peru Adventure to the mesmerizing Lake Humantay, one of Peru's hidden gems. Set high in the Andes, this stunning turquoise glacial lake offers an extraordinary display of natural beauty. Surrounded by snow-capped peaks, the Lake Humantay trip provides a mix of adventure, breathtaking views, and a connection with nature. Our professional guides ensure a safe and insightful experience, enriching your understanding of this enchanting landscape and its cultural significance. Whether you're an avid hiker or simply a lover of natural beauty, the Lake Humantay trip promises an unforgettable day. Join us, and immerse yourself in the serenity and splendor of this high-altitude haven.

We offer a high altitude ecotourism in the mountains, in complicity with nature, witness this new experience in the Andes. LIVE an authentic experience joining a group of explorers like you who seeks to achieve their dreams in the Andes of Peru and visit the picturesque Humantay Lake.

One of the most beautiful places that the Cusco region has is the beautiful Humantay Lagoon and we accompany you to meet it, with all our qualified team, you will have one of the best experiences, our groups are small and our guides are the best, you will have a great day of adventure.

You will see the Humantay Lagoon, a glacial lake of intense turquoise color wedged between the snowy Humantay and Salkantay: a high mountain landscape difficult to match in a single day. The service is door to door: we leave early from your hotel in Cusco by private transport and return to the same point, avoiding transfers and delays. A bilingual professional guide (Spanish/English) accompanies a small group—maximum 16 people—to offer cultural data, walking support, and enough time for photos. If the altitude demands too much, you can rent a horse from the local villagers and enjoy the route without extra effort. In addition, everything is included: breakfast at the beginning of the day, comforting lunch when descending, tickets and oxygen if you need it. Just focus on trekking, panoramic views and capturing the best image of this Andean treasure.

Enjoy an incredible experience through the Andes in a full-day hike. Discover the magical turquoise lagoon of Humantay and learn about the Andean meaning, and how important this place. Find exotic flora and fauna along this hike through beautiful valleys escorted by a professional guide. Enjoy your time to take pictures and walk around before heading back to Cusco.

This full-day tour is the easiest way to visit Humantay Lake from Cusco, without having to worry about planning transport or getting lost. With a local guide, spend about two hours hiking along scenic trails to reach the glacial lake. Explore valleys and mountains sacred to the Incas, and marvel at the snow-capped peaks of Humantay and Salcantay. Plus, breakfast, lunch, and hotel pickup and drop-off are included.

This full-day tour is the easiest way to visit Humantay Lake from Cusco, without having to worry about planning transport or getting lost. With a local guide, spend about two hours hiking along scenic trails to reach the glacial lake. Explore valleys and mountains sacred to the Incas, and marvel at the snow-capped peaks of Humantay and Salcantay. Plus, breakfast, lunch, and hotel pickup and drop-off are included.

A full day tour, with the necessary assistance for you to reach the Humantay Lagoon, a charming and beautiful place for you to spend a moment of tranquility and magic in the same Lagoon. The tour starts very early from 4:30 am, passing through the various hotels to pick you up. The return is at 6:30 pm disembarking 2 blocks from the main square of Cusco. You will have assistance with breakfast and lunch, in addition to some canes so they can help you on the walk. The place is magical and charming. You will have to walk 2 hours to arrive and 2 hours to return approximately, in some cases they can rent a horse if they see that the conditions are not so accessible to you. Time is a maximum time and at a slow pace, some travelers do it in half the time. However this is worth it, the visit is very beautiful.

This full-day tour is the easiest way to visit Humantay Lake from Cusco, without having to worry about planning transport or getting lost. With a local guide, spend about two hours hiking along scenic trails to reach the glacial lake. Explore valleys and mountains sacred to the Incas, and marvel at the snow-capped peaks of Humantay and Salcantay. Plus, breakfast, lunch, and hotel pickup and drop-off are included.

· You will visit the "Laguna Humantay" with Peru Vip, a company qualified and recommended by our direct clients, we have 10 years of extensive experience, which guarantees our services. · We work with the best schedules to visit the Humantay lagoon quietly. · We operate the shortest route of 1:30 hours of walking. · We work group services with a maximum of 16 people, improved service. · We do not work with large groups that exceed more than 30 people like other companies. · Our guides are accredited professionals, adventure specialists for this route. · Our transports are comfortable sprintes, we have the best buffet breakfast and lunch on the route.

Hidden among the majestic Peruvian Andes in the city of Cusco, ancient capital of the Inca Empire, is one of the natural wonders of the place, the beautiful Humantay lagoon with its beauty and color make this tour unique and wonderful.

This full-day tour is the easiest way to visit Humantay Lake from Cusco, without having to worry about planning transport or getting lost. With a local guide, spend about two hours hiking along scenic trails to reach the glacial lake. Explore valleys and mountains sacred to the Incas, and marvel at the snow-capped peaks of Humantay and Salcantay. Plus, breakfast, lunch, and hotel pickup and drop-off are included.

This full-day tour is the easiest way to visit Humantay Lake from Cusco, without having to worry about planning transport or getting lost. With a local guide, spend about two hours hiking along scenic trails to reach the glacial lake. Explore valleys and mountains sacred to the Incas, and marvel at the snow-capped peaks of Humantay and Salcantay. Plus, breakfast, lunch, and hotel pickup and drop-off are included.

Daily Departures. Shared Group maximum number of Participants 20 People. Once you confirm your booking , our team will contact you by whatsapp to provide all the tourist information about Rainbow Mountain (pick up time and how the weather look like)and if you have any questions we will be pleased to help you . So we guarantee good information, to enjoy your trip to the Rainbow Mountain.

join this wonderful group to explore the famous humantay lagoon that is located in the foothills of the great snow-capped mountain salkantay. Do you want to take some beautiful pictures and enjoy the beauty of this gift of nature? We are your best option because our group is one of the first to arrive at the humantay lagoon and so we avoid all the crowds of people.

Discover the high mountain landscape in Peru and the ancient hikes of the Incas that connect with Machu Picchu along the Salkantay Trail. Ascent to the region’s most beautiful turquoise lagoon at 4200 meters above sea level, while learning about its sacred place in Inca mythology during the ascent through our expert guides.