Trek Humantay Lake & Salkantay Pass 2 Days

Description Trek Humantay Lake & Salkantay Pass 2 Days

This 2-day “Trek Humantay Lake & Salkantay Pass” package offers an unforgettable experience in the heart of the Peruvian Andes. You’ll start your adventure in Cusco, hiking through breathtaking mountain landscapes to Soraypampa, where you’ll stay at an exclusive Sky Camp with views of the majestic Salkantay and Humantay mountains. The first day includes a moderate hike to the stunning Humantay Lake, known for its turquoise waters and surrounded by snow-capped peaks. After a dinner under the stars, you’ll spend the night in an igloo with a transparent roof, allowing you to fall asleep under the constellations.

On the second day, you’ll trek along the challenging “Trail of the 7 Snakes” to the impressive Salkantay Pass, the highest point of the journey at 4,630 meters. Throughout the hike, you’ll be rewarded with incredible views, from unique rocky formations to panoramic vistas of mountains and valleys. After a well-deserved lunch at the camp, you’ll make your way back to Cusco, concluding this challenging but rewarding trekking experience in the Andes.

Itinerary

Day 1: Cusco - Challacancha - Soraypampa - Humantay Lake - Sky Camp

Hike to the Turquoise Jewel in the Andean Mountains Your exciting 2-day adventure starts early in the morning with a pickup by your tour guide and driver from your accommodation in Cusco. The day’s first stop will be in Mollepata to have a nourishing breakfast. Then, we’ll continue our journey until we reach Challacancha for a short rest. From here, we’ll begin our walk toward our camp in Soraypampa. This first stretch isn’t too challenging and will help you adjust to the altitude. You’ll notice you follow a small Inca canal most of the way as you take in the impressive Andean scenery. We will arrive at our destination, Sky Camp, in front of the majestic and snowy Salkantay and Humantay mountains, where the reception staff will be waiting for you with an exquisite lunch. Afterward, you’ll have time to rest in your igloo or wander around the site before we prepare for our afternoon hike. We’ll climb uphill to Humantay Lake (4,200 m / 13,780 ft), taking it easy due to the altitude. Once you reach the top, you’ll have time to take in the breathtaking view of the jewel-like lake among the snowy, white backdrop. You’ll then return to our Sky Camp for a delightful dinner and star-gazing. Your guide will tell you all about Inca astronomy. When you head to bed, you’ll be able to stare out of the roof of your igloo and let the constellations send you off to sleep.

Difficulty: Moderate
Walking Distance To Soraypampa: 7 Km /3 Hours
Walking Distance To Humantay Lake: 5 Km / 2-3 Hours (Round-Trip)
Starting Elevation: 3,800 M / 12,467 Ft
Humantay Lake Elevation: 4,200 M / 13,780 Ft
Campsite Elevation: 3,900 M / 12,795 F
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner
Overnight: Sky Camp

Day 2: Sky Camp |Salkantaypampa - Salkantay Pass - Soyrococha - Soraypampa – Cusco

Defeat the Trail of the Seven Snakes Today’s the grand day because you’ll reach the highest point of the trip; you’ll come across marvelous landscapes bordered by an impressive complex of mountains. We’ll enjoy a filling and nutritious breakfast before we gradually ascend to Salkantaypampa and then through a challenging path known as “The Trail of the 7 Snakes” until we get to the impressive Salkantay Pass at 4,630 m / 15,190 ft. You’ll spend some time at the pass to take memorable photos and enjoy the fantastic landscape. After taking in the breathtaking views of the snow capped mountains and feeling the power of nature, we’ll pass through a unique rocky terrain and descend to our campsite for lunch. On the way, we’ll catch a glimpse of the vast forest of snow-covered stones from a distance. Your hard work will be greatly rewarded with incredible views everywhere you look. After lunch at our Sky Camp, we’ll have a break before heading out on the last stretch for 30 minutes to board the transport. Along this last part of the journey, you’ll get plenty of opportunities for great photos of valleys, mountains, rivers, and farming fields.

We’ll finally reach Cusco and drop you off for some well-deserved rest at your accommodation.

Difficulty: Moderate To Challenging
Walking Distance: 14 Km
Walking Time: 7 Hours
Salkantay Pass Elevation: 4,630 M / 15,190 Ft
Meals: Breakfast and lunch
Overnight: hotel in Cusco (not included)

What's Included

Entry to the Salkantay Trek
Experienced Tour Guide
One Duffle Bag
For the trek, you’ll receive a duffle bag to pack your personal belongings up to a
Maximum weight of 7 kg / 15.4 lb (this weight includes your sleeping bag).
Sleeping Bag
Trekking Poles
Medical Kit or First AID Kit
24/7 Customer Service
Accommodation in our exclusive Sky Camp
2 Breakfasts, 2 Lunches, and 1 Dinner (vegetarian, vegan, or special menus are available at no extra cost).
Water on the trail
Wake up tea (You’ll wake up with a cup of hot coca tea! It’ll be brought to your tent so you can )
Tea Time or Happy Hour
The first afternoon before dinner, the cooks will provide you with popcorn, cookies, coffee, hot chocolate, tea, hot water, etc. After a long day of hiking, you won’t have to wait until dinner to relax, warm up, and enjoy a bite!
Transportation ( All transportation is included in this tour. We’ll pick you up from your hotel, and after the end of the trip, we’ll drop you back at the door of your hotel in Cusco )

What's Not Included

Day 2 Dinner
Horse from Soraypampa to Humantay Lake nor Salkantay Pass (optional)
Personal Hiking Gear
Travel Insurance
Tips for our staff (Tipping is usual on any excursion to Peru ) Although we pay good salaries to our team, something extra is always welcome.