Peru · HUMANTAY LAKE TOURS
An hour uphill from the trailhead to meltwater under Salkantay, and it hurts more than the distance suggests at 4,200 metres. These 11 compare pickup times, group sizes and whether breakfast and lunch are really included.
Hike to Peru’s brilliant Humantay Lake from Cusco with mountain views, local meals, bilingual guides, and an optional horse ride.
“It was incredible! The hike was HARD but as soon as we got there, I honestly couldn’t wipe the smile off my face. Our guide Taco was amazing + was so informative + kept us updated the whole time. Very worth it!!”
Review of the Humantay Lake day trip from Cusco, with a two-hour hike, Andean buffet meals, mountain views, costs, and practical tips.
“Excellent value for the money we paid. Beto was a great guide, very patient with us, kept us well informed, and made sure no one was left behind. I highly recommend him as your guide. Warning: This is a medium-level hike. However, when we were there, one of the paths collapsed due to rain, and we had to go through a very dangerous downhill section and then climb back up. I truly enjoyed the hike, the lake, and the tour guide, but it is important to be aware that this risk exists. Please keep this in mind when choosing this excursion so there are no surprises.”
Review of the Humantay Lagoon Tour from Cusco, covering the steep high-altitude hike, meals, guides, transport, price, and practical tips.
“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 altitude advice, meals, transport, guide support, price value, and practical booking 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.”
Review of the Humantay Lake day trip from Cusco, with altitude advice, hike details, meals, transport, guides, value, and booking tips.
“This adventure was more than I imagined. Humantay Lake was picture perfect. Mother Nature in all its glory. Was worth every breath to get there.”
Trek to Humantay Lake from Cusco with breakfast, lunch, transport, and a guide. Learn what the altitude, steep trail, and $29 price really mean.
“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, Rainbow Mountain, Sacred Valley sites, hotels, trains, and guides.
“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 the 2-day Humantay Lake and Salkantay trek from Cusco, with Sky Camp, high-altitude hiking, meals, transport, and practical tips.
“The Humantay Lagoon tour is really worth doing and the lagoon is spectacular when you arrive. The whole hike is about 12km round trip (3hrs total) and it is up quite a sustained gradient. If you’re not used to hiking at altitude, this could be quite a difficult trek. The day is quite long with stops for breakfast and lunch, so do bear that in mind. You will be gone for the whole day and the majority of time will be spent in the van. The tour is quite self led - you hike up and back independently and don’t have a lot of contact with the guide during the…”
Review of the Laguna Humantay full-day hike from Cusco, with practical details on the steep trail, meals, guides, horses, price, and views.
“Wonderfull, breathtaking experience. Recomend 100%. Everything was great, the guides, the view, the breakfast. If you are in Peru this is definetly something you should do.”
Hike to turquoise Humantay Lake from Cusco with breakfast, lunch, bilingual guides, transport, and Andean scenery for $27.
“Jesse was amazing. Best guide! Good English. I’m solo, and assisted me with pictures. Grateful for her!”
Review of the Humantay Lake tour from Cusco, with high-altitude hiking advice, meals, transport, costs, and practical booking 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…”
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