Humantay Lake Tour
Summary
Day 1
Humantay Lake Tour
Day 1: Humantay Lake Tour
Day 1: Humantay Lake Tour
- Early hotel pick-up at 5:00 AM and a 3-hour transfer to Soraypampa, where the 2-hour hike to the turquoise lagoon begins.
- Free time at the lagoon for photos and a guided tour.
- 1-hour descent back to Soraypampa, followed by a bus ride to Mollepata to enjoy a delicious buffet lunch.
- 1.5-hour return from Mollepata to Cusco after lunch. Estimated arrival at 5:00 PM.
INCLUDES
- Pre-departure information.
- Hotel pick-up in the morning and transfer in a tourist vehicle.
- Breakfast and lunch.
- Entrance fee to the Mollepata community.
- Professional bilingual guide (English – Spanish). (Ask about other languages with additional fees for private service).
- Oxygen tank and first aid kit (in the vehicle).
- Trekking poles.
NOT INCLUDED
- Hotel in Cusco.
- Horse rental (90 Peruvian soles).
- Gratuities.
- Other unmentioned services.
WHAT YOU NEED TO BRING
- Passport (optional): Bring a photocopy, but for the Rainbow Mountain stamp, bring the original.
- 1.5 liters of water: Stay hydrated during the hike.
- Personal snacks: Extra energy bars if you need frequent snacks.
- Pillow for van ride: Leave it in the van during the hike.
- Trekking shoes: Essential for the dusty and slippery path.
- Waterproof pants (optional): Only for the rainy season (Dec-Mar).
- Extra clothes (optional): For rainy season to stay dry.
- Sunscreen lip protector: Protect lips from dryness.
- Down jacket: To stay warm, as it’s usually cold.
- Rain jacket: For unexpected rain, even during dry seasons.
- Long sleeve t-shirt: Protect from sunburn; apply sunscreen if wearing short sleeves.
- Wool hat: It’s cold at Rainbow Mountain, even in summer.
- Trekking pants: Suggested for hiking, but any suitable pants work.
- Rain poncho: Essential in the rainy season or cloudy days.
- Sunhat: Protect from strong sun at high altitudes.
- Sunscreen: Both sun and cold can burn, so apply regularly.
- Water bottles or Camelbak: Reusable bottles are recommended.
- Sunglasses: Strong sun and snow reflection can harm eyes.
- Extra money: For snacks, soda, alpaca meat, or tips for photos.
- Thick socks: To keep feet warm.
- Neck gaiter: Keeps neck and face warm, especially in winter.
- Gloves: Essential for warmth, especially at the summit.
- Basic medications: Ibuprofen for headaches, Diamox for altitude sickness.
- Portable charger: To keep devices powered in the cold.
- Phone or camera: Capture memories of the adventure.