A treat for tired eyes, the Humantay Tour will delight your sight with at least three shades of blue: sky blue, glacial blue, and turquoise blue.
Why do this tour?
The Humantay 1-Day Tour is a short hiking adventure that takes you to a small yet stunning turquoise lake fed by the melting snow atop glacial Humantay Mountain, after which the lagoon is named. The mountain is in the Vilcabamba mountain range at 4,261 meters above sea level.
It’s a surreal experience to rest your eyes on the lake’s rare shade of turquoise blue brought about by the harmonious blend of unique algae found in the lake, the reflection of the surrounding greenery, the blue sky, and the light of the Andean sun.
One of the highlights of this tour is participating in a millenary ritual to honor Pachamama (Mother Earth) and convey your gratitude for allowing you to enter and arrive safely. The ritual consists of positioning stones and coca leaves to show your respect.
The actual hike to Humantay Lagoon takes approximately an hour and 45 minutes. However, it’s a three-hour bus trip from Cusco to the hike’s starting point in Soraypampa.
The Humantay Tour is a high-altitude hike, so we recommend acclimatizing in Cusco a few days before the tour to avoid altitude sickness. And since Humantay Lagoon is also one of the most popular destinations (with about a thousand visitors a day), check with your tour operator for days when there is less traffic for a more restful experience.
Tour Operators Offering This Tour:
AB Expeditions
You’re in expert hands with us when it comes to trekking and touring Machu Picchu, Rainbow Mountain, and other attractions in Peru. We are a 100% Peruvian and professionally-licensed tour operator and adventure travel company based in Cusco.
Alpaca Expeditions
We have been rated #1 out of almost 1000 tour agencies and outdoor activities in Cusco, with 97.5% of our ratings being 5-star. Most of our staff work along the treks to guarantee your best and safest experience of our region.
Kantu Peru Tours
Our main objective is to make your trip the best experience of your life. We invite you to immerse yourself in the traditions and customs of the Andean people through our tours to Peru’s amazing attractions.
Machu Picchu Peru Tours
Traveling with us is a luxury experience, quality, real and unique. Our guests are our priority, and our ultimate goal is customer satisfaction. This is why we provide the best quality service to guarantee your stay is truly unforgettable.
Llama Path
Experience top-notch service and personalized attention with every tour you book with us. We're backed by 15 years of experience in navigating the Inca Trail and more than 5,000 five-star ratings and positive reviews of satisfied guests.
Minka Peru Expedition
If you're looking for an authentic, once-in-a-lifetime experience in Peru, Minka Peru Expedition is the right company for you. We believe travel is a way of life, and you only live once. Our planet offers endless marvels you should experience with us
Peru Private Tours
Peru Private Tours guarantees your satisfaction and once in a life experience. We specialize in private tours and we are licensed as Inca Trail tour operators. We ranked as one of the best Peruvian companies by TripAdvisor.
Sam Travel Peru
We are a 100% Peruvian-owned tour company providing tours to the popular destinations like Machu Picchu, Rainbow Mountain, Cusco and the Sacred Valley, as well as treks to the off the beaten track destinations like Salkantay, Lares, and Ausangate.
South Adventure Peru Tours
We specialize in Extended and Family tours around South Peru. taking you to the most stunning regions like Paracas Reserve, Colca Canyon, Lares Valley, and of course, to stunning historical Incan sites such as Machu Picchu, Sacred Valley and more!
Travel Buddies Peru
With Travel Buddies Peru, live experience as a local as we focus on art, gastronomy, nature, and culture. We are not guides; we are buddies. Discover customized experiences in Peru. Nobody better than a local to show you the secrets of their hood.
Vidal Expeditions
We create unforgettable experiences in Peru for you. Our goals are to promote responsible tourism with foreigners and local communities and to support the future of our country. With us, you'll experience exceptional hospitality and attention.