Peru · Hiking

8-Hour Hiking Tour to Lake Humantay from Cusco with Salkantay Views

8 Hours Round trip from Cusco Easy pace

The journey

Trip highlights

01 See Lake Humantay's blue and turquoise waters below the Salkantay glacier
02 Hike through stunning mountain landscapes with majestic glaciers
03 Drive through a colourful valley that feels far removed from the outside world
04 Enjoy a full-day excursion from Cusco with scenic hiking and mountain views

See the majestic Lake Humantay on the skirts of the Salkantay glacier, one of the area's iconic places. The beautiful water shifts between blue and turquoise thanks to factors such as plankton, temperature, and wind conditions, creating a perfect blend with the stunning glacier in the background.

Enjoy the second part of the drive through a colourful valley, where you will feel absolutely disconnected from the world you know.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 8 Hours

Tour type Private

Activity level Easy

Accommodation Not included

Transport Included

Wheelchair access Not applicable

City Cusco

Languages English

Day by day

The itinerary

Day 01

Cusco to Lake Humantay Hike

Meet your tour guide at your hotel and start early in the morning from Cusco. Drive towards Mollepata to get the last supplies and snacks.
Enjoy the second part of the drive through a colourful valley, where you will feel absolutely disconnected from the world you know.
Marvel at the stunning landscapes. The hike is extremely beautiful, with majestic glaciers all around.
Head back to the city of Cusco late in the afternoon.