Humantay Lake All-Inclusive Day Tour from Cusco with Meals and Hotel Pickup
by Willka travel Cusco
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Humantay Lake sits high in the Andes and holds a significant place in Incan mythology. This full-day bus and walking tour from Cusco lasts about 14 and a half hours. Participants are picked up from their hotels in Cusco early in the morning between 3:30 and 4:00 am, traveling by private minivan to Mollepata village, passing through the Apurimac River valley along the two-hour drive. A quick breakfast stop in Mollepata prepares travelers for the hike ahead. After breakfast, the group continues by car for about an hour to Soraypampa at 3,900 meters above sea level. From there, the hike to Humantay Lake at 4,200 meters begins. The steep trail takes roughly one and a half hours on foot. Those who find the climb difficult have the option to ride a horse up to the lake. At the summit, the guide explains the lake’s cultural importance to the Incas, and there is time to take in the views. The return hike descends back to Mollepata, where a lunch with a vegetarian option is served. Afterward, the group travels back to Cusco by private minivan, arriving near Plaza San Francisco around 6 pm. The tour includes a professional guide, entrance fees if selected, hotel pickup, transportation, breakfast and lunch, a walking stick, and emergency medical equipment. Drinks, gratuities, and hotel drop-off are not included. Shared or private tour options are available at booking.
Highlights
What's included
What's not included
Itinerary
Cusco
Pick up guests from their hotels between 3:30 and 4:00 am. Depart Cusco by private minivan for a two-hour drive to Mollepata village, traveling through the Apurimac River valley.
Mollepata
Pause for about 30 minutes to have a quick breakfast before starting the hike.
30 min
Soraypampa
Continue the journey by car for about one hour to Soraypampa at 3900 masl. From this point, start the trek to Humantay Lake located at 4200 masl (13779 feet).
60 min
Humantay Lake
The steep hike up to Humantay Lake at 4,200 meters altitude takes about 1 hour and 30 minutes. If the climb is too difficult, a horse can be ridden to the lake. At the top, the guide explains why the Incas considered this place sacred, and time is taken to appreciate the views before returning to Mollepata.
180 min
Mollepata
Return to Mollepata for a one-hour lunch break with included meals.
60 min
Cusco
Finally, transportation from Mollepata returns to Cusco, with drop off near Plaza San Francisco around 18h, allowing time for a siesta.
180 min
Languages
Cancellation policy
- Cancel at least 24 hours before start for a full refund.
Additional info
Humantay Lake All-Inclusive Day Tour from Cusco with Meals and Hotel Pickup
by Willka travel Cusco
Choose from 3 available options
How do you want to book?
✓Confirmation before Wed, 9 Sept - card's only charged if it's a yes. If it's a no, still time to book on Viator.
Book on Viator Confirmed right away, but you pay full price.$70Overview
Humantay Lake sits high in the Andes and holds a significant place in Incan mythology. This full-day bus and walking tour from Cusco lasts about 14 and a half hours. Participants are picked up from their hotels in Cusco early in the morning between 3:30 and 4:00 am, traveling by private minivan to Mollepata village, passing through the Apurimac River valley along the two-hour drive. A quick breakfast stop in Mollepata prepares travelers for the hike ahead. After breakfast, the group continues by car for about an hour to Soraypampa at 3,900 meters above sea level. From there, the hike to Humantay Lake at 4,200 meters begins. The steep trail takes roughly one and a half hours on foot. Those who find the climb difficult have the option to ride a horse up to the lake. At the summit, the guide explains the lake’s cultural importance to the Incas, and there is time to take in the views. The return hike descends back to Mollepata, where a lunch with a vegetarian option is served. Afterward, the group travels back to Cusco by private minivan, arriving near Plaza San Francisco around 6 pm. The tour includes a professional guide, entrance fees if selected, hotel pickup, transportation, breakfast and lunch, a walking stick, and emergency medical equipment. Drinks, gratuities, and hotel drop-off are not included. Shared or private tour options are available at booking.
Highlights
What's included
What's not included
Itinerary
Cusco
Pick up guests from their hotels between 3:30 and 4:00 am. Depart Cusco by private minivan for a two-hour drive to Mollepata village, traveling through the Apurimac River valley.
Mollepata
Pause for about 30 minutes to have a quick breakfast before starting the hike.
30 min
Soraypampa
Continue the journey by car for about one hour to Soraypampa at 3900 masl. From this point, start the trek to Humantay Lake located at 4200 masl (13779 feet).
60 min
Humantay Lake
The steep hike up to Humantay Lake at 4,200 meters altitude takes about 1 hour and 30 minutes. If the climb is too difficult, a horse can be ridden to the lake. At the top, the guide explains why the Incas considered this place sacred, and time is taken to appreciate the views before returning to Mollepata.
180 min
Mollepata
Return to Mollepata for a one-hour lunch break with included meals.
60 min
Cusco
Finally, transportation from Mollepata returns to Cusco, with drop off near Plaza San Francisco around 18h, allowing time for a siesta.
180 min
Languages
Cancellation policy
- Cancel at least 24 hours before start for a full refund.