Lake Humantay Trek: Explore Inca Sacred Lake

Embark on a full-day trek to Humantay Lake in the Peruvian Andes. Discover the beauty of this Inca Sacred Lake surrounded by snow-capped mountains and mystical landscapes.

Duration: 14 hours
Cancellation: 24 hours
Highlights
  • Cusco - The journey begins with an early pickup from your hotel in Cusco. The drive to Humantay Lake takes approximately 3.5 hours, with a breakfast stop at a charming restaurant along the way.
  • Mollepata - Before reaching the hiking starting point, there will be a breakfast stop in Mollepata at a delightful restaurant.
  • Humantay Lake -…
What's Included
  • Round trip transportation to and from most Cusco hotels
  • Lunch
  • Professional tour guide in Spanish and English
  • Breakfast
  • In-vehicle air conditioning
What's Not Included
  • Meals and drinks not mentioned.
  • Gratuities and tips are not included and are left to individual discretion.
  • Horseback ride (optional, approximately 80 soles - 22 US dollars)
Additional Information

Experience the majestic panorama of the Peruvian Andean, journey through the Vilcabamba range of mountains and explore the sacred Inca Lake. As you travel, you’ll find yourself amidst soaring, snow-dusted peaks and stunning valleys.
• Traverse some of the most picturesque terrains in this region during your trek.
• Explore the arcane and spiritual…

Location
Cusco
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Customer Ratings
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Yifan_p
Mar 28, 2026
Good tour and good guide - It’s good! Mila is very nice. She found my lost bag and give it back to me. Riding horse is amazing.
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Andreacrane
Mar 22, 2026
Simply amazing! - Wow! We had a brilliant day - exhausting but brilliant. With a super early start and a bumpy two hour ride to breakfast, we started to wonder if we had made the right choice. Breakfast was great and a good opportunity to get to know the rest of the group. We then continued up the winding road to the start of our hike. Rodger, our guide and McQueen, the driver were lovely and helped to make the day really special. Rodger is so knowledgeable, funny and kind and we felt safe and cared for throughout the experience. He helped and encouraged us when we got tired and encouraged us to rest whenever we needed to. I had no intention of taking a horse initially but by the time we got there, I looked up at the rest of the climb and decided to follow the others in taking a horse - best $20 dollars I spent on the trip! My husband thought he would try walking but after five minutes practically begged for a horse! As we reached the top, we were welcomed by two condors flying over the beautiful lake - simply incredible! The lake is one of the most wonderful things I’ve ever seen - a memory that I will cherish forever. Thank you Rodger!
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Lucianabi
Oct 18, 2025
Exuberance of Nature and impressive history. - The staff of the Machu Picchu travel agency was impeccable from the beginning of the purchase of the package until the moment of shipping back to Brazil. Super detailists, they made an impeccable script for me and my friend. They sent our script in PDF, detailed. Daily, they sent messages on WhatsApp with important information about the tour the next day. They gave me backing when I needed to. They always answered my requests. Note 10!
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Joseane
Sep 14, 2025
Experiência Maravilhosa - Incredible experience. One of the most beautiful places I've ever met in my life. The trail is quite exhaustive. Altitude is a very important factor to consider. But it is worth it, as the tour is charming throughout its journey. And in the end we are rewarded with the view of the lagoon. Very important to take precautions for altitude. There is the possibility of performing the horse trail.
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Seaside42197661725
Jul 18, 2025
- Very good trail and the view even better, it was all perfect and we still counted on a snow on arrival to complete the tour
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Fabianausl
Jul 17, 2025
More than tecomendado - Roberto is a fantastic Cover! Attentive, helpful and volunteer! At all times he was worried about the team! We led to the ride with mta safety! And all the time worried about the people
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Karolinel727
Jul 17, 2025
Laguna humantay - Guide Roberto was very professional taught us about the culture and made an excellent explanation about the lagoon is very caring and attentive
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Heyderp2023
Jul 13, 2025
Wonderful mountain and lake!! - It is a heavy, tiring walk, but our guide Edson gave us many tips to help in the mountain climb and descent. The beauty of the place is worth it, but you have to go prepared for the cold morning, but then goes warming up the day
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Silvia
Jul 11, 2025
Beautiful trail !!! - The trail is quite difficult, but compensates with the beautiful view. Super recommend!!!!!! The guide was very patient and helped a lot
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Eduardomc6539xf
Jul 7, 2025
Laguna Humantay com Viagens Machu Picchu - Incredible place, with a landscape to impress. The walk demands resistance, but the guide Jehomar was very attentive and respected the limit of everyone. I recommend the experience!
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up to 10 guests
1 - Adult
Cancellation: Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start of your experience (local time).