Price

Per preson

170.oo

What’s Not Included (Updated)

• Sleeping bag (available for rent)

• Entrance to Humantay Lake

• Breakfast on Day 1

• Dinner on Day 2

• Snacks, bottled drinks, or personal expenses

• Travel insurance

• Trekking poles (available for rent)

• Tips for guide/staff (optional)

Overview

This 2-day adventure combines two of the most spectacular highlights of the Salkantay region: the turquoise Humantay Lake and the impressive Salkantay Pass. It is an ideal trek for travelers who want a short but challenging Andean experience, reaching high-altitude viewpoints and seeing glaciers up close.

You will hike to Humantay Lake on Day 1, spend the night in Soraypampa, and climb to the Salkantay Pass on Day 2 before returning to Cusco.

Highlights

• Visit the stunning Humantay Lake (4,200 m / 13,780 ft), famous for its deep turquoise color.

• Trek to the iconic Salkantay Pass (4,630 m / 15,190 ft), surrounded by glaciers and towering peaks.

• Experience two major natural highlights in just two days.

• Overnight stay in Soraypampa with breathtaking mountain views.

• Perfect for travelers looking for a short but intense Andean challenge.

Itinerary Summary

Day 1: Cusco – Mollepata – Soraypampa – Humantay Lake – Soraypampa

• Early pick-up from your hotel in Cusco.

• Drive to Mollepata for a short break and optional breakfast.

• Continue to Soraypampa (3,900 m / 12,795 ft).

• Hike for approx. 1.5 hours to Humantay Lake.

• Free time for photos, exploration, and guide explanation.

• Return to Soraypampa for lunch.

• Afternoon at camp / lodge with time to rest.

• Dinner and overnight in Soraypampa.

Day 2: Soraypampa – Salkantay Pass – Soraypampa – Cusco

• Early breakfast with mountain views.

• Begin the ascent to the Salkantay Pass (4,630 m), approx. 3 hours uphill.

• Enjoy the incredible views of Salkantay Mountain and surrounding glaciers.

• Time for photos and guide briefing.

• Hike back to Soraypampa.

• Lunch and return transport to Cusco.

• Drop-off at your hotel.

Altitude

• Soraypampa: 3,900 m / 12,795 ft

• Humantay Lake: 4,200 m / 13,780 ft

• Salkantay Pass: 4,630 m / 15,190 ft

What to Wear

• Waterproof and comfortable trekking shoes

• Warm layers (thermal base, fleece, down jacket)

• Waterproof jacket or poncho

• Trekking pants

• Hat, gloves, and scarf (cold mornings)

• Sunglasses and sunscreen

• Optional: gaiters for mud or rain

What to Bring

• Small daypack

• 1–2 liters of water

• Snacks or energy bars

• Personal medication and altitude pills (if needed)

• Camera or phone

• Cash for extras

• Toilet paper, personal hygiene items

• Reusable water bottle

• Headlamp (optional but useful)

What’s Included

• Hotel pick-up in Cusco

• Roundtrip transportation Cusco ↔ Soraypampa

• Entrance to the Salkantay area

• Professional bilingual guide

• Lunch and dinner on Day 1

• Breakfast and lunch on Day 2

• Overnight accommodation in Soraypampa (camp or lodge)

• First-aid kit and oxygen