Hike Soraypampa to Humantay Lagoon
The Humantay Lake located in the beginning of the famous Salcantay trek is one of the new touristic attractive to be visited as a must do when being in Cusco , a full day tour where you can find spectacular scenery with exotic flora and fauna along this adventure hike
ITINERARY
After picking you up from your hotel, we will begin our adventure towards Lake Humantay with a 03 hours private transportation from Cusco to Soraypampa (3850 masl).
Soraypampa is the basecamp for the first day of the Salkantay Trek., From Soraypampa starts our trek to Humantay Lagoon (4200 masl) with beautiful views and if the sky is clear enough, we can even see the impressive Apus Salcantay and Apu Humantay the main gods of the Andean people.
The walk to the lake with a low to moderate difficulty takes 90 minutes . It is also possible to rent a horse in its place. We will have enough time to take photos, bring an offer to the Apus, and for the true bravest; Swim in the lake when it’s sunny! After some free time, we will begin our descent to Soraypampa of approximately 1.5 hours, which is much easier than going up .
In Soraypampa we will have a chance to enjoy our picnic lunch and return to Cusco after a brief rest.
INCLUDES
- Transport to/from Soraypampa
- Professional English/Spanish speaking guide
- Picnic Lunch.
- First aid kit and oxygen tank.
- Vegetarian options / special diet available
Not Included
- Horses, additional Personal horse for riding 30.00 USD
- Tips for the wranglers and guides
What to bring ??
- Poncho/raincoat.
- Warm clothes.
- A bottle of water.
- Strong walking shoes/tennis shoes
- Sunscreen
- Camera and films