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The 15 most popular humantay lake tours in Peru. The ones travellers rate highest, with prices, how long they take and who runs them.
Sunrise trek to Humantay Lake with breakfast and buffet lunch from Cusco, plus bilingual guidance, views of Salkantay, and emergency oxygen.
Most Popular“We had a great guide today with Eduardo. He knows every detail and is truly passionate about telling the story of the Incas. The day was really fantastic and I had a wonderful time! I recommend this tour 1000%.”
Early-morning hike from Cusco to Humantay Lake with breakfast, lunch buffet, and glacier views, plus a bilingual guide for value.
“Great trip to Humantay lake. Alex is a very good guide, speaks English decently and cares about the group. Breakfast was big and delicious.”
Humantay Lagoon tour from Cusco: 13 hours, early pickup, guided trek with oxygen, and turquoise views at 4,200 m for $70.
“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”
Early pickup, guided hike to Humantay Lake from Soraypampa, breakfast and lunch, small-group transfers from Cusco for $89.
“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…”
Early guided hike from Cusco to Humantay Lake (4,250m) with breakfast, lunch, and small-group focus. Optional horse rides and big views.
“This was a challenging but very worthwhile hike. The view is incredible throughout the entire hike. It’s 7 km there, 7 km back. That’s about 3 km from the bus to the beginning of the trail, and then it’s 4 km up and 4 km down the mountain. I wish this was made more clear…”
Full-day Humantay Lake trek from Cusco with early pickup, guide-led hike, breakfast and lunch included, plus oxygen and first aid gear.
“Tough but AMAZING hike and experience! I struggled as I was not quite adjusted to the altitude yet but the tour guide was patient and helpful during the climb. It’s a long ride up and down and the hike is a little intense but the views and the lagoon were totally worth it!! Would recommend…”
7 days in Cusco featuring Machu Picchu, Humantay Lake, Vinicunca, Sacred Valley, Maras, Moray, and Chinchero, with key tickets handled.
“We had an amazing trip all of our guides were friendly, knowledgeable and attentive.”
2-day Humantay Lake trek with Sky Camp near Cusco: small-group pickup, meals, gear, and overnight glamping at 3,900 m.
“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…”
Early 4 am trek to Laguna Humantay from Cusco: steep hike, Humantay and Salkantay views, small group guidance, and included meals.
“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…”
Humantay Lake from Cusco in 12 hours: early pickup, Mollepata breakfast, dirt-road views of Salkantay Glacier, and a guided hike to turquoise water.
“Excelente excursión, 100% recomendada”
Small-group Humantay Lake trek from Cusco with early access, breakfast and lunch, oxygen, and a late-morning departure option.
“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!…”
4 days in Cusco covering Rainbow Mountain, Machu Picchu, Sacred Valley, and Humantay with an English guide and small group.
“My fiancé and I had an amazing experience with this tour. It was so nice having all of our itineraries and transportation planned for us when we arrived in Peru (from the US). We had 3 different, fantastic tour guides. First, Rosbel took us on tours of the sacred valley and Machu Picchu. He was…”
A 7-day Cusco route packed with Sacred Valley, Machu Picchu, Maras-Moray, Rainbow Mountain, and Humantay Lake, with hotels and transport.
“100% recommend! Our flights to Cusco got cancelled for 30 hours the day we took off. Chullo’s representative Milena called me and gave my husband and I three different options on how we wanted our tour to go when we arrived. She was really kind and helpful even though we a little stressed about our…”
Private Humantay Lake trek from Cusco with 4am pickup, guide, breakfast and lunch, Salkantay views. Entrance ticket extra.
“The experience was good, I’m giving it three stars because: 1. the entrance fee is not included. It’s 20 soles per person, yes it is not much, it’s about $ 5.00. I have booked other activities in other countries where the entrance is already included 2. The breakfast was great, but lunch doesn’t include water,…”
A 5-day Salkantay trek from Humantay Lake over the pass to Machu Picchu sunrise, with camping, meals, gear, and a small-group pace.
“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”
From the Inca heartland to the coast and the cloud forest, and every way to reach it.
