Laguna humantay 2 Días
2 Days
Cusco
Every day
Moderate
3,240 m.s.n.m
General Description
This route is an incredible two-day hike. Humantay Lagoon is located at the foot of the Salkantay Mountain Range, which is covered in glaciers, waterfalls, rivers, and lagoons. These are some of the most beautiful landscapes you will ever see, making for an unforgettable experience. We will visit the majestic Salkantay snow-capped peak, and from its highest point, we will have a panoramic view of the entire area. On this adventure, we will enjoy nature in all its splendor.
Itinerary
DAY 01: CUSCO – SORAYPAMPA – LAGUNA HUMANTAY.
We’ll pick you up at 6:00 am from your hotel in Cusco and travel approximately 2 hours by private transport to the town of Mollepata. Along the way, you’ll see Andean villages like Izcuchaca and Limatambo, as well as the valleys and the snow-capped Salkantay mountain. Upon arrival in Mollepata, you can have breakfast at a local restaurant (additional cost). Then we’ll continue by transport for 45 minutes to Soraypampa (3,850 m / 12,631 ft), the starting point of the trek.
Desde aquí, caminaremos 1 hora y 30 minutos con ascenso hasta la Laguna Humantay, una de las lagunas glaciares más impresionantes de Cusco, rodeada de montañas nevadas. Tendrá tiempo para recorrer el área, tomar fotografías y descansar. El retorno a Soraypampa toma aproximadamente 1 hora de descenso. Pasaremos la noche en cabañas con vista al nevado Salkantay.
DAY 02: SOYROCCOCHA – NEVADO SALKANTAY – LAGO GLACIAR – SORAYPAMPA – CUSCO.
After breakfast, we begin a 2-hour hike up to Salkantay Pass (4,650 m / 15,367 ft), the highest point of the route. From here, you will have views of the Salkantay mountain (6,217 m / 20,717 ft), the Humantay and Huayanay mountains, as well as the glacial valleys of the area.
From the pass, we’ll take an additional 30-minute hike off the main trail to visit Salkantay Glacial Lake, a turquoise lake surrounded by mountains. You’ll have time for photos and exploring the area. We’ll then return along the same path to Soraypampa, with approximately a 1.5-hour descent. We’ll have lunch in Soraypampa and return by transport to Cusco, arriving around 5:00 pm. We’ll drop you off at your hotel.
Includes
✅ Hotel pickup in Cusco.
✅ Transporte privado a Soraypampa (inicio del trekking).
✅ Meals: 1 breakfast, 2 lunches and 1 dinner (prepared by a specialized chef).
✅ Entrance tickets to Humantay Lagoon and Salkantay Mountain.
✅ Professional guide throughout the trip (English and Spanish).
✅ Trekking poles.
✅ Coca tea every morning.
✅ Transfer to the hotel at the end of the tour.
✅ 01 night accommodation in comfortable cabins.
Does not include
❌ Tips.
❌ Extra drinks.
Recommendations
🎒 Small backpack
💧 Water bottle
🧥 Warm and light clothing
🧴 Sunscreen
👟 Comfortable shoes
💵 Extra cash
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