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title: Humantay Lake Day Hike (Small Group or Private)
lang: en
type: tour
city: Cusco
country: Peru
price: 159
currency: EUR
price_unit: per_person
availability: bookable
rating: 4.97
reviews: 30
duration_minutes: 1440
languages: [en, es]
rank_in_category: 9 of 18 (Humantay Lake Tours)
schedule_checked: 2026-11-08
data_updated: 2026-11-08
canonical: https://guidekin.com/peru/cusco/tours/humantay-lake-day-hike-small-group-or-private/
---

# Humantay Lake Day Hike (Small Group or Private)

**Guidekin's take:** Hike to Humantay Lake beneath Salkantay and Humantay Peaks, in a small shared group of up to eight or on a private tour for your party. Cusco hotel transfers, breakfast, snacks and a Peruvian lunch are included; bookings require at least two people. 4.97 from 30 reviews at €159 per person for 1 day.

In our comparison: #9 of 18 in Humantay Lake Tours, by rating weighted by review volume (table below).

## Overview

*Small Group Experience* (max 8 trekkers) This full-day trek will take you and a small-group to Humantay Lake, nestled along the famous Salkantay trek. Hike to one of Peru's most magical lakes and be surrounded by the impressive Salkantay and Humantay Peaks while gazing at unbelievable turquoise water.

Enjoy a hot breakfast prior to getting to the trail head, snacks for along the way, a wonderful lunch prepared by a chef in a dining tent with table and chairs, private transportation to and from your hotel in Cusco, a fluent English speaking guide, and all proper first aid and emergency oxygen to ensure a safe journey.

## Before you book

- Hotel pickup: no car needed
- Group size varies by option: small group from €159 · private from €182
- Starts 03:00: one departure a day
- Food included: Breakfast at a local restaurant, Snacks…
- Age rule: Minimum age is 10 years
- Non-refundable: no free cancellation

**Pickup:** Hotel pickup included

## Key facts

- Price: from €159 per person for the Small Group option; other options up to €182
- Duration: 1 day
- Rating: 4.97/5 from 30 reviews (collected from Guidekin & Viator & Tripadvisor)
- Operator: FlashpackerConnect LLC
- Group: Group size varies by option: small group from €159 · private from €182
- Guide languages: English, Spanish
- Start times: 03:00
- Booking: Instant confirmation, mobile ticket
- Price checked on Viator: 2026-11-08

## Reviews

4.97 from 30 ratings on Guidekin, Viator & Tripadvisor.
100% of ratings with a star breakdown are 4 or 5 stars: 30 of 30.

- 5 stars: 29 (97%)
- 4 stars: 1 (3%)
- 3 stars: 0 (0%)
- 2 stars: 0 (0%)
- 1 star: 0 (0%)

## Tour options

Prices are the operator's current list price for two travellers (whole euros); options sold only to bigger parties say so; pick the option on the booking page.

| Option | Price | Guide languages | Details |
|---|---|---|---|
| Small Group | €159 / person | Spanish, English | - |
| Private Trek | €182 / person | Spanish, English | - |

## What's included

- Professional FlashpackerConnect guide (English and Spanish)
- First aid kit and oxygen
- Breakfast at a local restaurant
- Lunch prepared by a chef (local Peruvian food is prepared, and drinks such as teas and coffee)
- Hotel pickup and drop-off (Cusco)
- Snacks for the trek
- Transport by private vehicle
- Small Group Experience* (max 8 trekkers)

## Not included

- Water (bring 1 liter per person)
- Gratuities

## Itinerary

1. **Humantay Lake** (14h) - Your day starts in Cusco where you are picked up from your hotel between 3am and 3:30am for a 3 hour trip via private van to the start of the trail. You will be given a local Peruvian style breakfast prepared by a chef and fuel up for the hike ahead of you. Your day starts in...

## Schedule

- Runs: daily
- Departures: 03:00
- Schedule last checked: 2026-11-08
- These are published departures, not a live seat count; availability is confirmed at checkout.

## Cancellation

All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.

## Meeting point

Our driver will come to your hotel. Please be sure to provide at least 72 hours in advance of the tour or you may not be picked up. 

Ends: back at the meeting point

## Good to know

- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Service animals allowed
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- A minimum of 2 people per booking is required
- The duration of transfers are approximate, the exact duration will depend on the time of day and traffic conditions
- Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately
- Please advise any specific dietary requirements at time of booking
- Minimum age is 10 years

## Compared with other Humantay Lake Tours

| Tour | Price | Duration | Rating | Group |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| **This tour · #9 of 18** | €159 | 1 day | 4.97 (30) | varies by option |
| [Humantay Lake and Salkantay Pass Trek – 2 Days / 1 Night](/peru/cusco/tours/humantay-lake-and-salkantay-pass-trek-2-days-1-night/?format=md) | €305 | 2 days | 4.97 (402) | shared |
| [4-Day: Sacred Valley, Machu Picchu, Rainbow Mountain and Humantay](/peru/cusco/tours/4-day-sacred-valley-machu-picchu-rainbow-mountain-and-humantay/?format=md) | €1138 | 5 days | 4.96 (198) | shared |
| [Humantay Lake Full Day Hike](/peru/cusco/tours/humantay-lake-full-day-hike/?format=md) | €90 | 12h | 5.0 (93) | shared |

Ranked #9 of 18 in Humantay Lake Tours by Guidekin score (rating weighted by review volume). Prices here run from €90 to €1138, median €324; typical length 2 days. 4 of 18 are private. Figures are live from the tour cards; the rubric is our handpicked set, not the whole market.

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