Humantay Lake Day Trek – Sacred Mountain Lagoon

Kick off your day early with a 4:00 a.m. pickup from your hotel in Cusco. We’ll drive 2.5 hours to Mollepata (2,900 m / 9,514 ft), where you’ll visit our organic avocado farm and from where we get our vegetables to our breakfast and lunch, snap pics of the sunrise hitting the mountains. Pro tip: Grab a coca tea here—it helps with altitude.

Next, we’ll cruise to Soraypampa (3,900 m / 12,795 ft). This is where the glaciers flex their power—their icy faces are no joke. Your guide will brief you on the hike, then we’ll start the 2-hour climb to Humantay Lake.

The trail’s rocky and steep in spots, so trekking poles are clutch. Go slow, take breaks, and hydrate—altitude can sneak up on you. Stick to the “leave no trace” rule: pack out trash and skip single-use plastics.

At the top, Humantay Lake hits you like a ton of bricks. The water’s this crazy turquoise from glacier melt, and you can scramble up the rocks for even wilder views. Higher up = bluer water and 360° panoramas.

This place is sacred, so our guide will do a quick pago a la tierra (offering to Mother Earth) with coca leaves. Respect the vibe—it’s a special moment.

After chilling at the lake, we’ll hike down (about 1.5 hours) to Sky Camp for a killer lunch—think quinoa stew, grilled chicken, or veggie options. Then, we’ll drive back to Cusco, dropping you at your hotel by 6:30 p.m.