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15 Best Humantay Lake Tours

The Humantay Lake day trips from Cusco: a glacial lagoon the color of turquoise glass under the Salkantay face, reached by a steep hour’s climb from Soraypampa. Horses wait at the bottom for legs that decline.

1.Cusco: Humantay Lake Tour with Breakfast and Buffet Lunch

Discover Humantay Lake on a full-day tour from Cusco with breakfast, buffet lunch, expert guides, and breathtaking mountain views. Perfect for adventurous travelers.

Most Popular★ 4.9

“I had a great time all around. Everything was well organized, the food was delicious. Laguna Humantay is simply gorgeous. Our guide Puma was great and made sure we had everything we needed at all times. Highly recommend!”

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2.Excursión to Humantay Lake Full Day from Cusco

Discover the stunning Humantay Lake on this full-day Cusco tour, featuring scenic hikes, delicious meals, and expert guides for an unforgettable experience.

★ 5.0

“The tour and the tour guide were amazing. I had a tough time dealing with the altitude. The guide continuously communicated with me to insure that I was doing ok, and to see if I needed help with anything.”

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5.Humantay Lake Full Day Trek

Discover Humantay Lake on a full-day trek from Cusco, combining stunning scenery, expert guides, and authentic Peruvian landscapes for an unforgettable adventure.

★ 5.0

“Good tour and guide Ernesto. Allowed to walk at own pace and given plenty of time at the lake. Included breakfast and lunch which was okay. Bus wasn't very comfortable for tall people.”

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6.Humantay Lake Full Day Trek from Cusco with Lunch

Discover the stunning Humantay Lake on this full-day trek from Cusco, including transportation, guided hike, breakfast, and lunch for an authentic Peruvian adventure.

★ 5.0

“Good tour and guide Ernesto. Allowed to walk at own pace and given plenty of time at the lake. Included breakfast and lunch which was okay. Bus wasn't very comfortable for tall people.”

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8.2-Day Humantay Lake & Salkantay Pass Trek

Experience breathtaking mountain vistas and authentic Andean culture on this 2-day Humantay Lake & Salkantay Pass Trek, designed for adventurous travelers seeking stunning scenery and challenging hikes.

★ 5.0

“This was such an amazing once in a lifetime kind of tour. From start to finish, the Salkantay Trekking team was so organized and had open communication. We got lucky and had Jackson as our guide. He is hands down the best tour guide I’ve…”

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9.Humantay Lake and Salkantay Pass Trek 2 Days / 1 Night

Discover Peru’s stunning landscapes on the 2-day Humantay Lake and Salkantay Pass Trek, featuring glacier views, high-altitude passes, and cozy sky camp stays.

★ 5.0

“This was one of the best experiences we had in Cusco. Everything went super smooth. Our arrival to Cusco got delayed by one day because of flight issues and we didn't get time to get acclimatized to the altitude however our guide Jordan helped us…”

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10.From Cusco: Humantay lake full day tour

Discover Humantay Lake on a full-day tour from Cusco, featuring stunning mountain views, local food, and expert guides for a memorable adventure.

★ 5.0

“One of the most amazing places I have seen in my life. I recommend getting accustomed to the elevation of Cusco before attempting this hike. We were in Ollantaytambo and then went to Cusco prior to this hike and I still was quite winded going…”

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12.Humantay Lake Tour from Cusco All inclusive

Discover the stunning high-altitude scenery and Inca mythology during this all-inclusive day trip from Cusco to Lake Humantay, featuring guided hikes and delicious meals.

★ 4.5

“Amazing experience! But don't this if you're afraid of heights because it's very steep. If you want a real challenge, then hiking to the top is great but you can also choose to use a horse for an extra fee to get you to the…”

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13.Humantay lake Day Trip from Cusco

Experience the stunning turquoise Humantay Lake on a guided full-day tour from Cusco, including scenic drives, a rewarding hike, and delicious meals.

★ 5.0

“Unfortunately, we were unable to do Humantay Lake due to landslides in the area when we visited Peru in late March 2025. Viator’s partner for this excursion - Willka Travel - was extremely supportive and communicative through the whole process though! They informed us of…”

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14.Beat the Crowds Humantay Lake Day Tour

Experience Humantay Lake with an early start, small group size, guided trek, and delicious meals—perfect for travelers seeking serenity and authenticity near Cusco.

★ 5.0

“Our guide Grisita was FANTASTIC!! She and I hiked while the rest of the group took the horse ride. She was a trooper and I appreciated her love for the outdoors and local knowledge she shared. The hike is strenuous due to the steep ascend…”

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15.Beat the Crowds Humantay Lake Day Tour (Private)

Experience Humantay Lake with this private, early-morning tour from Cusco, featuring stunning views, delicious meals, and personalized guides for an authentic adventure.

★ 5.0

“This was an amazing experience and worth every single penny, and the early start! Our guide Maik was wonderful and gave us a really tailored experience. His English was very good and made sure all of us were ok on the way up. It's a…”

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More Humantay Lake Tours

5.0Humantay Lake Tour From Cusco – Group Tour12 to 13 hours (approx.)$30.00 5.0Humantay Lagoon Tour13 hours (approx.)$70.00 4.5Humantay Lagoon Day Trip12 hours 30 minutes (approx.)$58.00 4.5Humantay Lagoon Day Trip from Cusco12 hours 30 minutes (approx.)$58.00 5.0Humantay Lake Full Day Hike12 hours (approx.)$89.00 5.0Excursion to Humantay Lake from Cusco.4 to 18 hours (approx.)$22.08 4.5Full-Day Trek to Humantay Lake from Cusco with Guide14 hours (approx.)$29.00 5.0Cusco 7 days Tour in Machu Picchu, Humantay Lake and Vinicunca7 days (approx.)$945.00 5.0Humantay Lake (Day Trip)2 days (approx.)$520.00 5.0Humantay Lake 2 Day Trek with Sky Camp from Cusco2 days (approx.)$520.00 5.0Laguna Humantay Full Day Trail14 hours (approx.)$121.63 4.9From Cusco: Humantay Lake Tour12 hours$27 5.04 day – Bucketlist Cusco: Rainbow Mtn, Machu Picchu, Sacred Valley, Humantay4 days (approx.)$975.00 4.5Humantay Lake day trip with breakfast and Lunch13 hours (approx.)$110.00 4.5Humantay Lake small group with late morning departure option13 hours (approx.)$110.00 5.07-Days :Cusco|| Sacred Valley|| MachuPichu|| Rainbow mountain|| Humantay lake||7 days (approx.)$769.50 5.07-Day: Sacred Valley, MachuPichu, Rainbow Mountain, Humantay Lake7 days (approx.)$769.50 5.0Full Day Tour of Laguna Humantay14 hours (approx.)$45.00 5.0Humantay Lake Tour: Private Full-Day Tour From Cusco14 to 15 hours (approx.)$110.00 5.0Salkantay trek to Machupicchu + Humantay Lake5 days (approx.)$360.00 5.05-Day: Salkantay Trek to Machupicchu and Humantay Lake5 days (approx.)$360.00 4.5Humantay Lake Full-Day Adventure: Scenic Trek and Stunning Views11 to 12 hours (approx.)$39.00 5.04D Bundle Cusco: Sacred Valley / Machu Picchu / Rainbow Mountain / Humantay Lake4 days (approx.)$815.39 5.0Tour to the HUMANTAY LAGOON from CUSCO12 hours (approx.)$38.00