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Laguna Humantay
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Ages 12-60, max of 15 per group
Duration: 8h
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Live guide: English, Spanish
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  • Private transportation
  • Breakfast
  • Lunch
  • Coffee and/or Tea
  • Entry/Admission - Plaza de Armas
What's not included
  • Dinner


Start:Traveler pickup offered.
    Pickup details
    • Hotels within the Historic centre of Cusco
    Additional pickup options
    During checkout you will be able to select from the list of included pickup points.
    • Triunfo, Cusco 08002, Peru
    End:This activity ends back at the meeting point.

      • 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: 120993P1

      • Confirmation will be received at time of booking
      • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
      • 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 tour/activity will have a maximum of 15 travelers

      • 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: 120993P1

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      Itinerary
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        Our transport will pick you up from your accommodation between 4:20 to 4:40 hrs. Temperature during the first hours of our Humantay lake tour is cold ( 5 to 9°C ) that why you need to bring one extra warm sweater, jacket, hat and gloves. These will keep you comfortable during this driving time to Mollepata. After 2 hours driving we will arrive at Mollepata where we will stop for breakfast and get last things you forgot to buy in Cusco like water and snacks. After breakfast there is an hours drive to Soraypampa. Once we arrive at this high mountain plateau we will be able to see the beautiful mountains Apu Salkantay (6230 meters above sea level) and Humantay (5250 meters above sea level). After a short time to prepare and gather our day packs, we start the 1 hour trek to Humantay Lake (about 3 km.) The way up to Humantay Lake is steep however our group is small and our guide will let you take your time to enjoy and arrive without pressure. After enjoying our first view of Humantay Lake there is a optional small climb above the lake to the right or left where you can enjoy a panoramic view. Next we have the easy part of our trek. We go downhill to Soraypampa for another hour. Then we will take our private transportation back to Mollepata where a local lunch will be waiting for us. Once we finish lunch we will go back to Cusco. We will arrive in Cusco between 17:00 to 18:00 hrs
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      • Andes Peru Tour & Adventure
        411
        Cusco, Peru
        Joined in May 2018
      • mariangelesf258
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        5.0 of 5 bubbles
        Amazing day in Cusco
        Amazing tour!! Our guide Tito was super insightful and helpful, he and the driver brought great energy to the tour! I learned so much thanks to them and saw impressive ruins in the most smooth way. Totally recommend and would do it again 100%.
        Written January 15, 2025
      • Voyage30649097320
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        5.0 of 5 bubbles
        Excellent pace with quick background knowledge of the Inca culture
        The guide, Jose, did an excellent job in providing us with brief history, explaining the culture and answering our questions. We felt very comfortable with the pace, without feeling being rush or herd around. Highly recommend this tour.
        Written January 8, 2025
      • aashrithr2018
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        5.0 of 5 bubbles
        5 star experience
        My guide Jose Tito was very friendly and explained everything about the tour very well. Would highly recommend. The highlight for me was the tour around the Alpacca farm
        Written December 18, 2024
      • Carlos C
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        4.0 of 5 bubbles
        Very entertaining city tour
        Very interesting to visit the historic center of the city, as well as Sacsayhuaman, Puca Pukara and the llama sanctuary. Cusco truly is a very rich city in terms of its architecture and history.
        Written December 14, 2024
      • W5495HJkyleb
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        5.0 of 5 bubbles
        Great Value and Experience! Would definitely recommend if you're looking to learn more about Incan Culture in Cusco.
        My wife and I did this tour the day after Machu Picchu, and it did not disappoint. We were very happy to learn facts about the Incas' that we did not know before, which made all of the Incan ruins that much more special and impressive. Jose Tito and his driver Richard were very professional, and Jose knew his stuff! We met another family whose son was studying abroad here, so it is very interesting to hear them exchange knowledge. I would definitely recommend before or after Machu Picchu, or even as a standalone if you don't want to make the trek out. We left Cusco the day after this tour, so thank you for ending our trip on a high note... Literally because we went up 1300 feet!
        Written December 13, 2024
      • kevinzL784KL
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        5.0 of 5 bubbles
        Thoughtful and knowledgeable tour guide
        Jose was amazing, great tour guide, very kind and knowledgeable, took his time explaining everything and answered questions, I wish we could have had him for other tours when we visited other local areas earlier in our trip. Highly recommend
        Written December 6, 2024
      • yingyuchi
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        5.0 of 5 bubbles
        Great Cusco tour
        As a recommendation from a friend before my hike to Machu Picchu, I did a Cusco city tour with this group, and our guide, Jose, was wonderful. He was a great storyteller, and the group size was small, which made for a more personal experience. Thank you for the enjoyable tour and the introduction to Inca history.
        Written December 5, 2024
      • chwingman
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        2.0 of 5 bubbles
        Definitely go for the half day tour, but for sure pick a different Tour company
        The ruins were very interesting and I would have like more historical discussion. I don’t recommend this tour company as the guide had us standing around for long periods of time and then give us only a short period of time to explore the ruins. We suggested to him that we could walk and talk, but he refused to do that and the other guides would actually walk up to the top and around the ruins and then discuss with the groups of people. He also scolded us for being a little bit late. They also were a bit disorganized and when it came time to drop us back off at our hotels, he said mine was out of the way and refused to take me there again. I would recommend this room tour just not with this company.
        Written November 12, 2024
      • Michelle W
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        5.0 of 5 bubbles
        Worth the money for easy access and knowledgeable guide.
        Great for! Knowledgeable guide and great stops to view the ruins. Guide gave us the perfect amount of info at each stop and was open to questions we had. Go on the morning tour as it want nearly as busy as the afternoon lines we saw later to get into each site. Do know that you Jane to buy your own entrance tickets and that was 70 sols. Highly recommend the tour.
        Written November 8, 2024
      • yiyapilla
        0 contributions
        5.0 of 5 bubbles
        Amazing, Historical and Fun Tour!
        We booked the City and Archeological site tour. You have to request Jose! We were so pleased with the knowledge and service provided by Jose and this company. Somehow we got lucky and had a private tour. We visited four different sites and on each Jose was so well versed in its history. He has an in-depth knowledge and respect for the Incan culture and allowed us to take in and learn more than we expected. Definitely recommend! Best tour we have had yet! He was so patient with us and gave us great tips for acclimating and our future hike to Salkantay. Don’t forget to Ask for Jose!! 10/10!!
        Written November 7, 2024
      • Sarah M
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        5.0 of 5 bubbles
        Great half day tour from Cusco
        Awesome ruins tour. The group was small and our guide Jesse was so informative and timed the half day perfectly. Thanks Andes Peru!
        Written October 27, 2024
      • 1221deb
        0 contributions
        5.0 of 5 bubbles
        Excellent tour of Cusco ruins!
        This was a perfect tour for learning more about the history of Cusco and the Inca people. Jose was very knowledgeable and shared so many interesting things with us. He was also very patient and let us go at a comfortable pace as we were feeling the effects of the elevation. It was also really fun to learn about the alpacas and llamas and process of making the wool and feeling the variation in different fibers. Richard our driver was also great, especially considering the small roads he had to navigate. I’m so happy to have done the tour and give it 10/10!
        Written October 24, 2024
      • J Richard A
        0 contributions
        5.0 of 5 bubbles
        Cusco City Tour
        Well informed guide. Provided detailed explanation & information concerning sites visited. Would recommend others to consider this type of tour when visiting Cusco.
        Written October 23, 2024
      • monicasZ629AS
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        5.0 of 5 bubbles
        Definitely recommend!
        Jose and Richard were knowledgeable, courteous and paced the stops perfectly. We learned a lot in a short period of time. Definitely recommend! We enjoyed feeding and interacting with the alpacas!
        Written October 16, 2024
      • janelA9600BR
        0 contributions
        5.0 of 5 bubbles
        A phenomenal historical adventure
        This tour was fabulous - so much more than I expected. I learned a lot of history, and Jose readily answered all questions. I now have a deeper respect for and interest in the ancient culture of Peru. In addition, Jose and “professional driver” Richard were kind and helpful to all members of our group. I have recommended this tour to others at our hotel. Wonderful
        Written October 11, 2024
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      Natalie A
      7 contributions
      5.0 of 5 bubbles
      Aug 2021 • Friends
      Amazing experience with breathtaking views. Jose and driver were very professional and we felt safe with them! Definitely would recommend this hike! It is a bit challenging but worth it! There are horses along the way that you can take for the hike up which made for a great experience. Dress in layers and bring your hiking sticks.
      Written September 4, 2021
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      We are very grateful for choosing Andes Peru tour and we will always be waiting for you to enjoy the adventures to Machupicchu
      Written September 4, 2021
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      Chen L
      8 contributions
      5.0 of 5 bubbles
      Nov 2019
      No words to thank and appreciate the effort and work of Jose our guide. This trip would not have been so informative and fun without him. He was very friendly and has a good sense of humor. Andes Peru did really desrve excellent credits for making this a memorable trip.
      Written December 4, 2019
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      We are very excited to highlight our guide Jose and we are glad that your tour was fantastic. thank you very much for choosing us ..
      Written December 10, 2019
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      Lucky Singh
      4 contributions
      5.0 of 5 bubbles
      Aug 2019
      We enjoed every moment of the trek. Jose Ttito is an excellen guide with a lot of information and helpful nature. The view on the way and from the top was simply priceless.
      Written August 27, 2019
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      Thank you very much my dear friends We are very happy with recommendation and give us a lot of energy. You were very special and we always remember you and we will wait for your soon return to Peru ..
      Written August 31, 2019
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      Li Chung W
      1 contribution
      5.0 of 5 bubbles
      Jul 2019 • Solo
      Jose Ttito the owner did wonders on this trip.I felt a bit sick while climbing and he was quick to grab a can of xygen and recover me. He always walked beside me to make sure that I was not feeling sick anymore. Such a fantastic guide and a great human being.
      Written July 12, 2019
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      my friend Li! my cougar !! . for me you are very important. that's why I had to protect you in the humaytay lagoon and for my challenge it was very imprsionate to celebrate a challenge and arrive together at the top of the humantay lagoon.
      Written July 15, 2019
      This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not of Tripadvisor LLC.
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