Recommendations for visiting Lake Humantay. One of the most visited tourist attractions in the city of Cusco is Humantay Lake. Here, we’ll provide all the recommendations you need to visit this tourist attraction located in the Mollepata district of Cusco. It is located approximately 120 kilometers northwest of Cusco, and the hike begins in the Soraypampa district.
Humantay Lake
• Humantay Lake is located at 4,200 meters above sea level, and for this reason, it’s recommended to visit this tourist attraction in the last few days of your trip to Cusco. This way, you’ll be more acclimatized and won’t have too much trouble with the altitude.
• It’s recommended to be in good physical condition, as the hike is entirely uphill.
• What to bring: Jacket for the cold in the morning, hiking shoes, sunscreen, sunglasses, hat, trekking poles, rain poncho (September – March), water, snacks, and cash in soles for personal expenses.
• It is not recommended for people with back, heart, or respiratory problems, the elderly, or pregnant women.
• Try as much as possible to avoid consecutive hiking tours, such as Rainbow Mountain and Humantay Lake or the 7 Ausangate Lakes, as you will be physically challenged.
• To go to Lake Humantay, you can rent a horse uphill from the locals, and the price ranges between 80 and 120 soles. They will only offer rides uphill, as going downhill is not recommended.
• Another recommendation is NOT TO WEAR gold or silver objects: chains, bracelets, necklaces, etc. They can attract lightning, so it is recommended not to wear any metal.
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