Full-Day Humantay Lake Trek from Cusco via Mollepata and Soraypampa

The journey

Trip highlights

• 01 Trek to Laguna Humantay at 4,200 m (13,779 feet)
• 02 Travel through the lush valley of the Apurímac River
• 03 Learn why Laguna Humantay was sacred to the Incas
• 04 Enjoy local cuisine in Mollepata after the hike

Travel through the highlights of Mollepata and Soraypampa from Cusco on this full-day trip. Journey through the lush valley of the Apurímac River, continue to Soraypampa, and trek up to Laguna Humantay at 4,200 m (13,779 feet). Along the way, learn why this site was considered sacred by the Incas, take in the breathtaking views, and enjoy local food in Mollepata.

Learn why this site was considered sacred by the Incas and take time to appreciate the breathtaking views.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 1 Day

Tour type Shared

Activity level Hard

Accommodation Not included

Transport Included

Wheelchair access Not applicable

City Cusco

Languages English, French, Portuguese, Spanish

Day by day

The itinerary

1

Day 01

Mollepata, Soraypampa, and Laguna Humantay Trek

• Get picked up from your hotel in Cusco between 3:30 and 4:00 a.m. by your Peruvian tour guide.
• Travel to Mollepata, located in the lush valley of the Apurímac River, approximately 2 hours and 30 minutes from Cusco.
• In Mollepata, stop for a quick breakfast to get some energy before the hike.
• Continue the journey towards Soraypampa.
• Begin the trek to Laguna Humantay, located at 4,200 m (13,779 feet). The hike takes around 1 hour and 30 minutes and is a fairly steep ascent.
• Learn why this site was considered sacred by the Incas and take time to appreciate the breathtaking views.
• Return to Mollepata and enjoy local cuisine for lunch.
• Head back to Cusco and enjoy a much-needed siesta.

The route

Where you'll travel

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

• Breakfast.
• Buffet lunch.
• Entrance to the town of Mollepata.
• A professional English-speaking Peruvian tour guide.
• Private transport from Soraypampa to Cusco.
• Private transport from Cusco to Soraypampa.
• First aid kit.
• Oxygen.

What's Not Included

• Hiking boots.
• Waterproof gloves.
• 1 hat with neck and face protector.
• Poncho.
• Sunblock: factor 70 or more.
• Sunglasses with UV protection.
• 1 waterproof jacket.
• 1 waterproof trousers.
• Personal medication.
• Bottle of water or camelbak.
• Camera and extra battery.
• Snacks.

What to bring

• Walking shoes.
• Bottled water.
• Sunblock.
• Cash in small bills.
• A backpack.

Know before you go

• A current valid passport is required on the day of travel.

Logistics

Meeting & route

Meeting point

Cusco, Peru

Tour start

Cusco, Peru

Tour ends at the same location as the start point.