Humantay Lake Full Day - Small Group with Picnic
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Humantay Lake Full Day - Small Group with Picnic
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Ages 3-99
Duration: 10h
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Live guide: English, Spanish
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- Roundtrip transportation to and from your hotel
- Admission fee to Humantay Lake
- Buffet breakfast, snack & lunch, wáter
- Live tour commentary provided in English
What's not included- Trekking poles (can be rent from us)
- Emergency horse (optional)
- Start:Multiple pickup locations offered.Pickup details
- We also pick up from AirBnB's and any other locations inside Cusco city.
Hotel pickup offeredDuring checkout you will be able to select from the list of included hotels.End:This activity ends back at the meeting point. - Infant seats available
- Not wheelchair accessible
If you have questions about accessibility, we’d be happy to help. Just call the number below and reference the product code: 66100P8- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
- Children must be accompanied by an adult
- Please advise any specific dietary requirements at time of booking
- Vegetarian option is available, please advise at time of booking if required
- Passport name, number, expiry and country is required at time of booking for all participants
- No heart problems or other serious medical conditions
- Travelers should have a moderate physical fitness level
- This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund
- This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund
- This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start date of the experience.
- If you have questions about this tour or need help making your booking, we’d be happy to help. Just call the number below and reference the product code: 66100P8
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- Karina S0 contributionsAmazing expireanceThe guys were so patient. The instructions were clear. The food was amazing. We had a wonderful experience. I would recommend it 100%.Written January 14, 2025
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- B6122KRsarahb0 contributionsGreat tripVery good trip all round. Friendly and knowledgable guide- we had Reynaldo. Lots of amazing views although we went in the raining season we were quite lucky with the weather. The chefs and porters were amazing such a great experience!Written January 14, 2025
- U5272QXseans0 contributionsInca trailAmazing group of staff. So helpful and joyful. The guide was immensely knowledgeable and helped everyone through a challenging hike. I recommend it to anyoneWritten January 14, 2025
- gustavof6770 contributionsA very special morningHad a wonderful tour of Machu Picchu with Filio. He was patient, answered all of our questions and took tons of pictures for us. But most important, his passion for Inka culture and history was clear and infectious. Made the trip to that amazing place even more special.Written January 14, 2025
- intanastriyanaf0 contributionsAmazing trip in Machu PicchuThe views were amazing, Machu Picchu is the best place I ever visited. The company and the guide (his name is Fillio) was very informative, kind, and helpful.Written January 14, 2025
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- PatrikHerr0 contributionsAn once in a lifetime experienceAn amazing experience! Perfectly organized, super food, nice guides, amazing team of porters,… And you will be payed off with a stunning view of many Inka sites and of course Machu Picchu!Written January 14, 2025
- Jaylyne S0 contributionsAmazing experience!We had a great time! The weather was perfect during our hike and our guide Jose(Pepe) is the best! His English and knowledge about the culture, flora and fauna is superb. The freshly prepared breakfast and lunch by our chefs Amilcar and Valentin are delicious. All package inclusions were provided with good quality.Written January 13, 2025
- jonasgK2131ZI0 contributionsMacchu pichhuWery Nice trip, the porters were amazing and did a Great job, unforturnaltly me and some others ender uo with food poisning the last Day wich maked the last Day a horrific dayWritten January 13, 2025
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Ellis
Los Angeles, CA4 contributions
Felix took such great care of us on our way up to Humantay Lake! He’s also a darn good time. The ride from cusco up to “base camp” was breathtaking and when we reached the top of the trail he introduced us to his culture and mountains. It was very special. He’s been hiking these trails since he was 14. Our small party had another group of travelers and he gave each of us unique attention and guidance. Spending the day looking at this land through Felix’s eyes will be a powerful, beautiful memory for us.
Written April 11, 2022
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Dear traveler, we highly value your kind comments, thank you! We work hard to provide a great trekking experience, and your feedback makes us very happy and helps us continue doing a great job. We will convey your message to our staff, thank you again, and come back soon!
Written June 9, 2022
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Acmh5
13 contributions
May 2024 • Family
Hiking to Humantay Lake is something our family will never forget. The hike is fun; the lake and glacier views are outstanding and the pictures are amazing! Our guide Gary and our chef Bertrand took excellent care of us! We had breakfast at a restaurant along our way and an unbelievable, hot meal inside a tent for lunch. How Bertrand was able to prepare such a meal outdoors without a proper kitchen amazed us. Gary is a fun and entertaining guide who is also supremely kind and considerate. He looked after each person in our group that consisted of fast hiking young adults and slower hikers. He took many photos and knew good spots for getting good shots. I highly recommend this all-day hiking trip!
Written May 11, 2024
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Thank you for choosing TreXperience! We're thrilled to hear that your family had an unforgettable experience hiking to Humantay Lake. It's fantastic that you enjoyed the fun hike and were amazed by the outstanding views and delicious meals prepared by our chef Bertrand. Gary sounds like an exceptional guide, providing entertainment, kindness, and consideration to everyone in your group. We're glad he ensured that each person was taken care of and captured memorable photos along the way. Your high recommendation means a lot to us!
Best regards,
Anthony
Written June 8, 2024
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Climber09106814285
10 contributions
Oct 2024 • Couples
We got the best Guide possible, Maribel is amazing, she explained us super in detail all the details of the lagoon and also many others related to the Inca culture. It made us feel super welcome and was certainly the Best Guide I had in Cusco, if you do any tour with Trexperience ask about Maribel, you will not regret taking the best photos. In addition to her we went with Danilo our driver who had the best music and always talking with us very kindly, Anderson and Pedro, our cooks also did a spectacular job and everything with a super seasoning. Widely recommended this experience but I think the best of all was the team we shared with and if that was not enough this group tour turned out to be private because we were the only ones:)) I can not tire of recommending to my guides and Trexperience. Thank you so much for everything
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Written October 4, 2024
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¡Hola Climber09106814285!
Espero que estés bien. ¡Gracias por tu reseña tan linda! Nos alegra saber que disfrutaste de tu día en la Laguna Humantay con Maribel y el equipo. Es genial que Maribel te haya contado tanto sobre la cultura inca y que te hayas sentido tan bienvenido. También nos alegra que Danilo, Anderson y Pedro hicieran que tu experiencia fuera especial. Apreciamos mucho tu recomendación.
¡Saludos!
Luz Belia
Written October 6, 2024
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Livinx68
Houston, TX103 contributions
Great trip with amazing views. Charly was a fantastic guide and offered a wealth of information on local area and history. Food was incredible. Calling it a picnic lunch doesn’t do it justice. Recommend using horses at least part of way for the experience and save wear and tear.
Written January 5, 2022
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Dear traveler, thank you for your kind comments! They help us to improve every day. We are really happy you enjoyed this adventure with us.
Written June 7, 2022
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Diederik V
2 contributions
Jul 2023 • Couples
If this trip fits into your budget, it is worth it. If you have a lower budget, there are cheaper offerings. Focus on getting the best guide, they make the difference.
Our tour guide Leo made this trip worth while. He showed us the best spot to view the lake and see its colours. Additionally he told us about local customs: the respect for the mountains, religion and the importance of coca leaves. We had our own little ceremony near the lake.
This was followed by an amazing lunch, freshly prepared on the mountain.
Our tour guide Leo made this trip worth while. He showed us the best spot to view the lake and see its colours. Additionally he told us about local customs: the respect for the mountains, religion and the importance of coca leaves. We had our own little ceremony near the lake.
This was followed by an amazing lunch, freshly prepared on the mountain.
Written July 28, 2023
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Dear traveler, thank you for your kind comments. We are very happy that you enjoyed this adventure, we hope you have the chance to come back one day. Until then!
Written August 7, 2023
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jdschultheis
Orlando, FL6 contributions
Oct 2023 • Friends
Our day started early, but it was definitely worth the effort. We started with a picnic breakfast (amazing Peruvian spread) with a breathtaking view of the mountains. Our guide, Katie, was so kind and knowledgeable, giving us the history of the land, people, and culture throughout the day. The hike itself was no joke. This was the first time my friend and I had hiked at such a high altitude. We thought we were in good shape, but we quickly found that it didn’t matter. The altitude kicked our butts for sure, but it was all worth it once we reached the top. The crystal blue/green lake is absolutely stunning! Everything about the day was exactly was I was looking for—nature, challenge, peace, and gratitude. Would recommend this tour to anyone.
Written October 15, 2023
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Thank you for sharing your adventurous day with us! Starting early often leads to the most rewarding experiences, and it sounds like yours was no exception. A picnic breakfast with a stunning mountain view must have been a perfect start. Katie sounds like an amazing guide, providing not just guidance but also enriching insights into the land, people, and culture.
Altitude can indeed be a formidable challenge, even for the most seasoned hikers, but overcoming it makes the journey all the more triumphant. And reaching that crystal blue/green lake must have been a truly unforgettable moment.
Your description captures the essence of what makes outdoor adventures so fulfilling—nature, challenge, peace, and gratitude. We're delighted to have been part of your experience and grateful for your recommendation!
Best regards,
Anthony
Written May 25, 2024
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Susan C
2 contributions
We had a beautiful day and amazing views of the lake, glacier, and mountains. Our day started early with a great breakfast. We continued our journey to the trailhead and started our ascent. We had not adjusted yet to the high altitude and were a bit short of breath, but our guide Roger “Roya” was patient and encouraging. We had plenty of time for pictures. Lunch was above and beyond with first class table setting and delicious food! Great day!
Written October 29, 2024
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Hi Susan C,
we really appreciate your feedback! It’s fantastic to hear that you had a wonderful time at Humantay Lake. The stunning views and delicious picnic sound amazing! I’ll definitely share your compliments with Roger. We can’t wait to welcome you back for more adventures!.
Cheers,
Luz Belia
Written October 30, 2024
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Jackie L
4 contributions
Sep 2023 • Family
What an amazing experience! We were going to cancel this trip as we were concerned that we wouldn’t make it. Thanks first to Alvaro, who rang us personally and put our fears to rest. A huge thank you to Filio. Without his patience and care along the trail, we would not have made it. We will forever remember reaching Lake Humantay. It was a beautiful experience. Filio shared his knowledge of Inka culture and plant use. We cannot thank him enough. Last but not least, breakfast and lunch were superb. Thank you Euloterio and all the support staff. Well done TreXperiece.
Written September 16, 2023
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What an amazing journey! We're so glad that you decided to go ahead with the trip, despite your initial concerns. Alvaro's personal call must have provided reassurance when you needed it most.
A huge thank you to Filio for his patience and care along the trail. It's heartwarming to hear that his guidance made all the difference, ensuring you reached Lake Humantay and had a beautiful experience. His insights into Inka culture and plant use must have added rich layers to your adventure.
And of course, kudos to Euloterio and the entire support staff for their superb breakfast and lunch. Their efforts behind the scenes are truly commendable.
Your appreciation means the world to us, and we're honored to have been part of your unforgettable journey.
Best regards,
Anthony
Written May 25, 2024
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ED
29 contributions
Jun 2024 • Family
Our family of 5 hiked beautiful Humantay Lake after acclimating to the elevation in Cusco for a day or two. Our guide Wilian Elvis led our group to a small hill overlooking a gorgeous deep blue glacial lake backed by snow capped mountains - best of all, we were isolated from the ever-present throng of tourists who had taken the... well-beaten path.
This "tourist avoidance" was a regular theme on our tour - thanks to our expert guide Wilian Elvis, who literally ran up and down the trail despite the 14k ft elevation to ensure we all made it, coordinating with cheerful and attentive Sharon and the fresh-legged sobrino Jaime.
After descending the trail, our guides helped us wash up and then our chef cooked our group an amazing multi-course picnic lunch with refreshing chicha morada. The (cooked) chicken ceviche was amazing, and even the presentation was
A few tips:
- The hike starts out quite cold, but warms up quickly when the sun hits the valley
- Sunscreen is a must
- The trail is steep, and the altitude is breath-taking (12k- 14k feet), but with a slow pace, even the cardiac-challenged in our group (like myself) made it up
- The drive to the lake is quite twisty, so if you are prone to motion sickness, you may want to take precautions
This "tourist avoidance" was a regular theme on our tour - thanks to our expert guide Wilian Elvis, who literally ran up and down the trail despite the 14k ft elevation to ensure we all made it, coordinating with cheerful and attentive Sharon and the fresh-legged sobrino Jaime.
After descending the trail, our guides helped us wash up and then our chef cooked our group an amazing multi-course picnic lunch with refreshing chicha morada. The (cooked) chicken ceviche was amazing, and even the presentation was
A few tips:
- The hike starts out quite cold, but warms up quickly when the sun hits the valley
- Sunscreen is a must
- The trail is steep, and the altitude is breath-taking (12k- 14k feet), but with a slow pace, even the cardiac-challenged in our group (like myself) made it up
- The drive to the lake is quite twisty, so if you are prone to motion sickness, you may want to take precautions
Written June 2, 2024
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Greg L
14 contributions
Jun 2018 • Friends
Carlos recommended going early so we could see it before the tourist bus's get there. It was such a good idea as we had the whole place to our self! All up the hike Carlos was telling us interesting stories and when we got back we got to have a traditional underground purivian BBQ that we helped cook! It was so much fun! I highly recommend his Humantay lake tour! you wont be disappointed!
Written June 24, 2018
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Dear traveler, thank you for your kind comments! They encourage us to keep growing. We are very happy you enjoyed the adventure with us!
Written June 2, 2022
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