NEW Incachiriasca Lake and Humantay Lake Hike 2 Days with Sky Domes
Duration
2 Days / 1 Night
Type of Tour
Adventure, Trekking
Difficulty
challenging
Gruop size
2 min. - 8 max.
Highlights
Discover one of Cusco’s little-known gems, very close to the Salkantay glacier. Hike up the mountain for a panoramic view of the Salkantay Valley.
Enjoy the most amazing views of the Salkantay Glacier and the nearby mountains while hiking along one of the Inca Trail routes.
After enjoying the views, descend to the luxurious and panoramic Sky Dome Camp in Soraypampa. Enjoy an incredible view of the glacier from your comfortable hotel-style bed.
Hike to Humantay Lake, a true hidden gem located among the mountains, right at the base of Humantay Mountain, while creating memories that will last a lifetime.
Enjoy our Sky Dome Camp at the foot of the Salkantay Glacier, under a star-filled sky and surrounded by untouched mountains that will recharge your energy.
Climb along the rocky trail until reaching the Incachiriasca Pass, where you will stand face to face with the sacred Apu known as the wild mountain: Salkantay.
Enjoy the very best of Peruvian fusion cuisine in the heart of the Andes! Our skilled chefs will prepare dishes that will make every bite feel like heaven.
Return with a happy heart after a once-in-a-lifetime experience, guided by the best team and expert staff — only the way 69 Explorer can make possible.
Overview
Did you know there is more than one turquoise lake on the Salkantay route? Now it is time to discover it! On this amazing 2-day tour, you will not only visit the impressive Salkantay Mountain but also the beautiful and little-known Qoyllor Lake.
As if that were not enough, to make the experience even better, you will spend the night in our panoramic domes at SKY DOME CAMPS BY 69 EXPLORER. On the second day, you will hike up to the Salkantay Pass and get to know the famous wild mountain Salkantay. Be in awe of the massive Salkantay, Humantay, and Huayanay snow-capped mountains surrounding you. Finally, you will take a detour off the main trail to the panoramic and truly beautiful turquoise Salkantay Lake before returning to Cusco.
Itinerary
Your amazing and unforgettable journey will begin with pickup from your hotel around 4:00 am. We will drive for about 1 hour and 50 minutes to the northern part of Cusco, arriving in Limatambo, a beautiful town known for its avocado production and delicious fruits. Upon arrival, you will enjoy a refreshing breakfast at a local restaurant.
With renewed energy, we will continue to the starting point of the hike, known as Wayna Kunata. From here, we will hike to the new turquoise lake in the area. The climb is gradual until reaching Qoyllor Lake. We will hike for almost 2 and a half hours near the beautiful Salkantay Viewpoint, enjoying the surrounding mountains and beautiful lakes. This lake is also known as Inca Chiriaska or Qoyllor Lake.
After this magical moment, we will descend to our beautiful and panoramic campsite in Soraypampa. The hike will take approximately 3 and a half hours. Upon arrival, you will enjoy a delicious lunch prepared by our experienced chefs. Afterwards, you will settle into your panoramic dome to relax, admire the beautiful scenery, and rest for the next day.
- Meals included: Breakfast, Lunch, Afternoon Tea and Dinner
- Accommodation: Sky Dome with bed and private toilets
- Time: Approximately 7 hours
- Difficulty: Moderate to challenging
This second day of the adventure will begin with a wake-up tea served in your panoramic dome before starting the hike. After breakfast, Putting on our hiking shoes, we take a 1.5-hours hike up to Humantay Lake enjoying the amazing views around us. Upon arrival at Humantay, take time to explore the lake and enjoy its beauty. After time at Humantay Lake, head back to the trailhead at Soraypampa
Enjoy our lunch, then take a few more photos of the beautiful mountains before boarding our van back to Cusco, arriving at your hotel at around 6:00 pm.
- Meals included: Breakfast, Lunch
- Distance: 12 km / 7.5 miles
- Time: Approximately 7 hours
- Difficulty: Moderate to challenging
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WHAT’S INCLUDED?
- Pick-up from your hotel on the morning of the trek
- Private transportation from Cusco to the Soraypampa trailhead and back to Cusco
- English-speaking, experienced professional guide
- Meals as indicated in the itinerary (vegetarian option available upon request)
- First aid kit including emergency oxygen bottle
- Boiled water for drinking and washing purposes
- Plastic rain poncho and backpack rain cover
WHAT IS NOT INCLUDED?
- Trekking poles: $15 USD
- Additional horses for extra personal luggage above the 7 kg personal allowance
- Tips for the crew, guide, cook, and porters of SAM TRAVEL PERU
- Emergency horses
