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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.
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Early-morning hike from Cusco to Humantay Lake with breakfast, lunch buffet, and glacier views, plus a bilingual guide for value.
Humantay Lagoon tour from Cusco: 13 hours, early pickup, guided trek with oxygen, and turquoise views at 4,200 m for $70.
“This was my favorite part of my trip to Peru! Our tour guide Victor Andre was great really made sure we were safe going up the mountain! He was also an amazing photographer took all our pictures”
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 trip's only saving grace is that Humantay Lake is absolutely mesmerizing.”
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 loved our experience to Peru with Magic tour. We definitely recommend all to book with them. They really do make any experience magic and memorable. We went to so many places and all the tour guides were so helpful and friendly. We are really happy with our experience.”
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.”
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.
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.
“Amazing views and we fit so many great places in the days we were here! Amazing food and we got so many pictures!! I’d give this 15 more stars if i could! Our guide Jacob was the best! He explained the history behind every place very well and even helped me with my Spanish LOL!!…”
A 7-day Cusco route packed with Sacred Valley, Machu Picchu, Maras-Moray, Rainbow Mountain, and Humantay Lake, with hotels and transport.
“We joined this 7-Day tour starting July 6, 2025 (three travelers: myself, my sister, and my cousin). Our coordinator was Yamille from Chullos Travel Peru. Unfortunately, the experience did not meet expectations.”
Private Humantay Lake trek from Cusco with 4am pickup, guide, breakfast and lunch, Salkantay views. Entrance ticket extra.
“We had an excellent private Humantay Lake tour with Kantu Peru Tours. Everything was perfectly organized, and the experience exceeded our expectations. Our guide, Rafael, was incredibly friendly, patient, accommodating, and provided outstanding service throughout the day. I highly recommend booking a private Humantay Lake tour with Kantu Peru Tours — it’s well worth it!”
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”
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