EXTRAS & UPGRADES

• Humantay Lake Entrance Fee – $6 USD per person (~20 soles — Paid directly at the trailhead checkpoint upon arrival at Soraypampa. Cash only. This fee is not included in the base tour price and must be paid on the day)
• Horseback Riding to the Lake – $20–$25 USD per person (A 30-minute horse ride from Soraypampa to the lake, managed by local Andean handlers, for those who find the steep 1.5-hour ascent too demanding. Cash only, paid directly to the horse handlers at the trailhead)
• Trekking Poles Rental – $5 USD per pair (Highly recommended for the steep 440 m / 1,443 ft ascent to the lake. Available for rent at the trailhead or from our office in Cusco the evening before departure)
• Giant Swing at Soraypampa – $3 USD per person (~10 soles — A fun and memorable swing with jaw-dropping views of the Salkantay Mountain range, located right at the base camp. Cash only, payable on-site)
• Andean Ceremony & Offering at the Lake – $15 USD per person (Humantay Lake is considered a sacred Apu by local Quechua communities. Join a traditional Pachamama offering ceremony led by a local shaman at the lakeshore — a deeply spiritual and authentic Andean experience. Please request at the time of booking)
• Upgrade to Private Transport – $40 USD per vehicle (Standard service runs on group shared transport. Upgrade to an exclusive private vehicle for you and your group for maximum comfort on the ~3-hour drive from Cusco)
• Overnight at Soraypampa Lodge – from $35 USD per person (Stay overnight in a basic lodge or cabin right at the Soraypampa base camp at the foot of the Salkantay mountain range. Wake up early for a sunrise hike to the lake in total solitude. Meals available separately on-site)
• Combo Loyalty Discount – $10 USD off (If you have previously booked any other tour with us — such as the Salkantay Trek, Inca Trail, Machu Picchu, Rainbow Mountain, or any other experience — you qualify for a special promotional rate on this tour. Mention your previous booking at the time of reservation)
• Hotel Pick-Up Outside Historic Center – $10 USD per vehicle (Standard pick-up covers hotels and hostels within Cusco’s city center. A small surcharge applies for Airbnbs or accommodations located outside this zone)

Pricing & Availability – Humantay Lake Day Trip

The Humantay Lake Day Trip departs daily, year-round, with hotel pickup between 4:00–5:00 AM and return to Cusco around 5:00–6:30 PM. Daily departures are available and can be booked up to one day in advance. A minimum of 2 travelers is required for a guaranteed departure. Best season: May to September (dry season). A minimum of 2 days of acclimatization in Cusco is strongly recommended before the hike, as the lake sits at 4,200 m / 13,780 ft above sea level.

GROUP SERVICE

• $45 USD per person
• Groups of 12–14 people, maximum 16 participants
• Discount of $5 USD per person for groups of 5 or more persons

PRIVATE SERVICE

• $160 USD per person – 2 persons
• $120 USD per person – 3 to 4 persons
• $90 USD per person – 5 to 6 persons
• $70 USD per person – 7 or more persons

DISCOUNTS

• Students (18–25 years old): $5 USD discount. A valid ISIC card or university ID is required at the time of booking. Information required: university name, student name, photo, and expiration date.
• Under 18 years old: $5 USD discount. Please send a copy of your passport at the time of booking.
• Children under 9 years old: Tour service fee still applies. This hike involves a steep 1.5-hour ascent to 4,200 m — not recommended for children under 8 without prior high-altitude experience. Horseback riding is available as an alternative.

Important Notes: The Humantay Lake entrance fee (~20 soles / $6 USD) is always paid separately in cash at the trailhead and is not included in any base price. The steep ascent from Soraypampa to the lake takes approximately 1.5 hours and involves a 440 m / 1,443 ft elevation gain — the most physically demanding section of the day. Horses are available at the base for those who need assistance. There are no ATMs along the route — bring small bills in Peruvian soles or US dollars. Tips for your guide and driver are optional but always appreciated.