Mountain location

Humantay Lake

The Humantay Lake (Spanish: Laguna Humantay) is a glacial lake located near Cusco in Peru. It’s nestled between mountain peaks at an altitude of 4.200 m above sea level.It sparkles in the Andes mountain range like an emerald jewel. Its brilliant green and blue water makes it one of the most well-known lakes in Peru A tour to the Humantay Lake is a must for travellers who stay in Cusco.The famous Salkantay Trek to Machu Picchu includes a visit to the Humantay Lake. This trek takes 3-5 days so not everyone will have the time or fitness to do that. For those not doing the Salkantay Trek there’s the option to visit the Humantay Lake as a day trip from Cusco.

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