Cusco · HUMANTAY LAKE TREKS
A glacier lake two hours up from the road head, done as a long day out of the city. These 15 compare departure times, the breakfast and lunch stops and how steep the last section gets, each with its price.
Review of Cusco’s Humantay Lake day tour, with high-altitude hiking, Salkantay views, breakfast, buffet lunch, costs, and practical tips.
“The hike was tough but the view at the top was breathtaking!”
Review of the $20 Humantay Lake day trip from Cusco, with hike details, meals, horse costs, guides, transport, and practical tips.
“This was an amazing trip definitely recommend. Our guide Wally was so kind and welcoming. The views were exceptional and for the price you pay it was amazing!”
Review of the Humantay Lagoon Tour from Cusco, with a 4 a.m. start, high-altitude hike, meals, guide, transport, and practical advice.
“Of course we did not go to the Humantay lagoon as access was closed, but the trip to the 7 lagoons was exhausting, but it was worth seeing every lagoon and the landscape of the Ausangate mountain, as well as the flames. Thank you Victor André, again our guide on the trip.Auto-translated”
Review of the Humantay Lake hike from Cusco, with breakfast, lunch, hotel transfers, guide support, cost, altitude, and practical tips.
“Tour was awesome. Pick up perfectly on time. Our tour guide Luz was above and beyond , she was perfect. She answered all questions we were asking and most important she helped us to get all the way to the top because at the beginning of the climb I was struggling. Thank you Luz and I hope we meet again on some other tour.”
Hike to Humantay Lake from Cusco with breakfast, lunch, transfers, and a small group, but prepare for altitude, an early start, and a hard climb.
“The guide was wonderful. She took care of us. I had difficulty to climbing to the lake she was patience with us.”
Trek to Humantay Lake from Cusco with breakfast, lunch, transport, and a guide, but prepare for altitude, an early start, and a steep climb.
“A Laguna Humantay é uma das paisagens mais lindas que já tive a oportunidade de admirar. A subida da montanha é íngreme e com alguns obstáculos, mas bem possível de fazer. Quanto a empresa que nos guiou até lá, deixou bastante a desejar. Difícil comunicação e demora nos retornos com as instruções do passeio. Nosso guia Fred além de fazer brincadeiras vulgares referente aos brasileiros, a todo o momento parecia querer nos desmotivar a subir a pé, para que pegássemos (e pagássemos por) cavalos. Tínhamos 2 senhoras no grupo, e o guia em nenhum momento ofereceu suporte ou ajudar para elas, pelo contrário, muitas vezes andava bem a frente ou…”
Seven days in Cusco with Machu Picchu, Humantay Lake, Vinicunca, Sacred Valley ruins, hotel, trains, guides, and transfers.
“It was such a wonderful experience and I took it to my country. Thank you Magic Experence Peru for making an unforgettable trip 😃😃😃Auto-translated”
Review of the 2-day Humantay Lake trek from Cusco, with Sky Camp glamping, Salkantay Pass, meals, transport, costs, and practical tips.
“We picked this tour as it mentioned that it had a MAXIMUM of 10 participants (as we prefer small groups) but we were 19! We were the first to be picked up at 4.20am and spent the next 35/40mins picking up other people around Cusco. Therefore it added more time to the journey. It was a rough start but the rest of the day went as planned. Humantay lake is challenging but definitely worth it!”
Review of the Laguna Humantay day hike from Cusco, with transport, meals, guide support, trail difficulty, horse advice, and true value.
“Humantay lake trek was very enjoyable and a very nice exercise, but I can see how it can be a lot especially if you are older. There are horses available which will take you up the mountains up to a certain height for 80-90 soles. Our tour was the day after we came back from Machu Picchu so we were quite tired but managed to wake up on time and had a great time. One of the best tours during our trip Decided to take a day off after this trek (which we didn’t plan on but our schedule was quite packed to begin with) as it is quite demanding…”
Hike to turquoise Humantay Lake from Cusco with breakfast, lunch, bilingual guides, Andean scenery, and practical support for a 12-hour day.
“Jesse was amazing. Best guide! Good English. I’m solo, and assisted me with pictures. Grateful for her!”
Four packed days from Cusco to Machu Picchu, Sacred Valley, Humantay Lake, and Rainbow Mountain with guides, meals, and small groups.
“Amazing views and we fit so many great places in the days we were here! Amazing food and we got so many pictures!! I’d give this 15 more stars if i could! Our guide Jacob was the best! He explained the history behind every place very well and even helped me with my Spanish LOL!! Very personable and fun to talk to! Would recommend!!!”
Review of the Humantay Lake day tour from Cusco, with mountain scenery, meals, guides, transport, altitude advice, cost, and hiking tips.
“We had almost two hours of riding the ATVs and it was so much fun! Thankfully they were automatic vehicles so we didn’t have to worry about switching gears when driving up the hill. Be prepared for a dusty ride! Wear a face covering and sunglasses while you ride. The hike itself is VERY DIFFICULT! If you are not a frequent hiker or use to walking at high elevations this tour will be very hard to complete. Our tour guide was so nice and encouraging while we were hiking but we needed to make frequent stops to stretch and catch our breath. You may get light headed or have an…”
A seven-day Cusco tour covering Machu Picchu, Sacred Valley, Rainbow Mountain, Humantay Lake, Maras, and major Inca sites.
“DO NOT Book this trip. This was a trip from hell. The Chullos tour do not care about your safety or honor their agreement. You will be placed in a dirty hotel, they will not communicate with you, they will leave you in the middle of Peru to find your way to the hotel, they will abandon you on the day of your tour, if you book this tour you will regret it. All they care about if collecting your money after that you are on your own in a strange country with no help. Book at your own risk. Don’t even look at the reviews to guide your choice…”
Review of a private Humantay Lake trek from Cusco, with early pickup, mountain scenery, meals, guide support, costs, and practical tips.
“We had an excellent private Humantay Lake tour with Kantu Peru Tours. Everything was perfectly organized, and the experience exceeded our expectations. Our guide, Rafael, was incredibly friendly, patient, accommodating, and provided outstanding service throughout the day. I highly recommend booking a private Humantay Lake tour with Kantu Peru Tours — it’s well worth it!”
Trek from Humantay Lake over Salkantay Pass to Machu Picchu in five demanding days, with camping, meals, a guide, and mountain scenery.
“The Salkantay 5 day trek to Machu Picchu was a wonderful experience. Being in a small group made it more exceptional and personal. Our guide, Roger, was super, very helpful, and friendly! I would do it again”
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