Humantay Lagoon Day Trip from Cusco: Crystal Clear Waters and Stunning Landscapes

Embark on a day trip from Cusco to Humantay Lagoon, a breathtaking natural wonder with crystal clear waters and stunning landscapes. Capture amazing photos and immerse yourself in the beauty of the Andes mountains. Book your adventure now!

Duration: 1 day, 9 hours, 30 minutes
Cancellation: 24 hours
Highlights
  • Laguna Humantay - Embark on a trek to the majestic snow-capped Humantay, where a stunning lagoon awaits at an elevation of 4,200 meters above sea level. Revel in the pristine turquoise waters and the breathtaking scenery that envelops it! Be part of this exciting journey to the Humantay Lagoon.
    CATEGORY: Natural
    PHYSICAL STATE: Level
What's Included
  • Blankets, oxygen, and ecological canes provided
  • Admission to the breathtaking Humantay Lagoon included
  • Guidance from a professional route guide
  • Convenient round trip transportation
  • One breakfast and one lunch included
What's Not Included
  • horse
Additional Information

This location is fantastic for capturing stunning images, appreciating the scenery and the pristine water color of the lagoon. Later in the day, we will head back to Cusco, thereby wrapping up our journey. This will follow a period of sightseeing and exploration of the site as well as admiring the view of Humantay mountain (5450m above sea level),…

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Customer Ratings
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R171lrjonathand
May 27, 2026
Great experience! Sexy Vicuñas! - Alex (sexy vicuñas group) is exceptional! He has great energy, always smiling and very knowledgeable. He is very patient with his groups and cares about providing a good experience.
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Paulohgyn
May 20, 2026
Humantay - Excellent tour option, very punctual, excellent assistance, excellent services. The Wayra guide was adorable, leaving everything very well clarified and excellent mastery in English and espn. Even though I spoke Portuguese he managed to understand me very well with my requests. A lot of commitment, dedication and professionalism to the entire team.
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K8465tpfrancov
May 20, 2026
Excellent day at Laguna Humantay. - Excellent experience and guidance from Wayra, a total genius. Highly recommended.
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M7680fflourdess
May 20, 2026
Excellent experience, highly recommended. - The guide was excellent, and the excursion was very complete.
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Andreafu1389xu
May 13, 2026
Very good, I recommend it. - Very good, the guide was very attentive and always collaborating with the group.
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Lettiea2014
May 11, 2026
Lake Humantay taking the horse rides! ❤️ - We got picked up at 4:30am and we were offered blankets for the 2 hr drive, that was a nice touch! Breakfast was excellent. Then off to the hiking part. We took horses after about 40mins of walking. Horses were 80soles. We were able to enjoy the views becuase of the horse rides. Then you are dropped off close to the lake but need to hike about 15/20mins. The views of the lake are beautiful and breathtaking. Becuase we took the horses we could enjoy our time at the lake. One of the best views was walking along the lake on the right side and getting to a rock for a perfect pose.
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Isabelge2264rc
May 10, 2026
Excellent excursion - A very nice experience, with a better tour guide, Wayra, who was very professional and approachable; I recommend that older individuals ride horses.
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283abelardoc
May 8, 2026
Excellent - Wayra excellent helpful and very good disposition Juan very good his service
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C2038pqjorgem
May 8, 2026
Excellent and very nice place. - Excellent guide Wayra, driver Juan very good driving and safe, breakfast and lunch very rich
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P5333uygabrielag
May 11, 2026
Terrible experience with Sacura Expedition – Laguna Humantay (04/05/2025) - I took the trip to Laguna Humantay with the agency Sacura Expedition, based in Cusco, Peru, and unfortunately, the experience was far below expectations. The guide assigned to our group, Emanuel (also known as Emanuelito or Manuco), showed impatience and a lack of preparation from the very beginning. He answered questions briefly, provided little information, and never explained what the route would be — a 4 km hike at an altitude of 4,200 meters, which requires proper orientation and preparation. Before starting, he promised that he would stay with the last person in the group throughout the ascent. A promise he never fulfilled. At the beginning of the trail, he stopped at the horse rental area to have tea with some acquaintances, telling us, "You all go ahead, I will catch up with you" — and simply disappeared. He only reappeared when we reached the summit, after 2 and a half hours of hiking, just to rush us to take photos and inform us that the van was leaving soon. The agency promises that the guide carries a first aid kit and coca leaves for tourists (which help with altitude acclimatization). None of this was offered at any time — neither on the way up nor on the way down. On the descent, he promised again that he would accompany the last person in the group — and once again, he did not. He appeared at the foot of the trail in a mototaxi, charging 10 soles to take tourists to the van, when the hike had already ended. The result: I returned to my country with bronchial inflammation, I needed medication, and I faced the risk of thrombosis. It was a very difficult week — a direct consequence of the guide's irresponsibility, who never informed the group about the risks of altitude, did not provide any assistance during the tour, and abandoned the tourists throughout the journey. I do not recommend this agency under any circumstances. If you are planning to visit Laguna Humantay, research thoroughly and choose an operator that takes the safety of its clients seriously.
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up to 15 guests
1 - Adult
Cancellation: Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start of your experience (local time).