Itinerary

This full-day tour to Humantay Lake involves a very early start and a late evening return to Cusco, covering travel, hiking, and exploration:

• Pick-up and Travel to Mollepata: Very early departure from Cusco (approx. 4:00 AM - 4:30 AM). Travel by tourist transport for 2 hours to Mollepata, where we will enjoy a local breakfast.
• Mollepata to Soraypampa: We continue by transport for approximately 1.5 hours to Soraypampa (3,900 m.a.s.l.), the starting point of the trek.
• Hike to Humantay Lake: Start of the uphill trek (approx. 1.5 to 2 hours) along a trail with spectacular views, until reaching the stunning Humantay Lake (4,200 m.a.s.l.).
• Lake Exploration: Time to enjoy the beauty of the turquoise lake, take photos, and absorb the energy of the place.
• Descent and Lunch: Hike back to Soraypampa (approx. 1 hour) and then transport back to Mollepata for a comforting lunch.
• Return to Cusco: Journey back to Cusco city, arriving approximately between 6:00 PM and 7:00 PM.

Includes / Does not Include

Includes:

• Hotel pick-up from your hotel in Cusco.
• Round-trip tourist transportation.
• Professional bilingual guide (Spanish/English).
• Breakfast and Lunch in Mollepata.
• First aid kit and oxygen.

Does not Include:

• Entrance ticket to Humantay Lake (approx. S/20 for foreigners, S/10 for Peruvians).
• Horses or horsemen (available for rent at Soraypampa).
• Additional beverages and unspecified snacks.
• Tips and personal expenses.

Recommendations (What to bring?):

• Small backpack (20-30 liters).
• Warm layered clothing, hat, gloves.
• Waterproof jacket or rain poncho.
• Comfortable and sturdy trekking shoes.
• Water (at least 2 liters) and energy snacks.
• Sunscreen, sunglasses, and sun hat.
• Camera with extra batteries.
• Cash (Peruvian soles) for entrance fees, souvenirs, or horse rental.