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Salkantay + Humantay Lake 2 days

2-day mini trek visiting Humantay Lake and Salkantay snow-capped peak. Includes camping.

Duration 2 días / 1 noche
Difficulty Difícil
Starting from PEN 280.00

This 2-day mini trek is perfect for those who want to experience the Salkantay adventure without the full 5 days. On the first day you will hike to Humantay Lake and camp at the foot of the Salkantay snow-capped peak. On the second day you will continue ascending to have privileged views of the glacier before returning. It is an intense but manageable experience, ideal for travelers in good physical condition with limited time.

What does this tour include?

  • Transportation Cusco - start
  • Camping tent
  • Full meals
  • Professional guide
  • Kitchen equipment
  • First aid kit and oxygen
Highlights

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Personalized attention

Small groups and personalized attention

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Expert guides

Guides with extensive historical and cultural knowledge

Itinerary

Day by day itinerary

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Day 1

Day 1: Cusco - Mollepata - Soraypampa - Humantay Lake

04:30 - 05:00: Pickup.

05:00 - 07:30: Bus to Mollepata (breakfast).

07:30 - 08:30: Bus to Soraypampa.

08:30 - 10:00: Hike to Humantay Lake.

10:00 - 11:00: Enjoy the lake.

11:00 - 12:00: Descent to Soraypampa.

12:00 - 13:00: Lunch.

13:00 - 16:00: Hike to Salkantay campsite.

16:00 - 17:00: Campsite.

18:00 - 19:30: Dinner.

Day 2

Day 2: Salkantay Campsite - Salkantay Pass - Cusco

05:00 - 06:00: Breakfast.

06:00 - 08:00: Ascent to Salkantay Pass (4,630 masl).

08:00 - 08:30: Time at the summit.

08:30 - 10:00: Descent to Huayracmachay.

10:00 - 10:30: Rest.

10:30 - 12:00: Hike to Soraypampa.

12:00 - 13:00: Lunch.

13:00 - 16:00: Bus to Cusco.

16:00 - 16:30: Arrival.

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Included

  • Transportation Tourist transportation round trip from your hotel in Cusco
  • Professional guide Professional bilingual guide (Spanish/English) throughout the tour
  • Entrance tickets Entrance tickets to all archaeological sites and attractions
  • Meals Breakfast and lunch according to tour itinerary
  • Camping equipment Tent, sleeping pad and camping equipment
  • Assistance 24/7 permanent assistance throughout the tour
  • Oxygen First aid kit and emergency oxygen

Not included

  • Unspecified extras Any service not specified in the itinerary
  • Tips Tips for guides, drivers and porters

Recommendations

  • Acclimatization Arrive in Cusco 2 days before to acclimatize to altitude
  • Proper equipment Wear comfortable shoes and layered clothing

What to bring

  • Warm clothing Waterproof jacket, gloves and hat for altitude
  • Footwear Comfortable walking shoes or trekking boots
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