Manu Jungle Tour
4 Days & 3 Nights
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The Andean Valleys of the Incas and the sacred snow-covered mountains, like Apu Salkantay "the wild sacred mountain", Humantay Lagoon is an impressive tour to visit and explore in Cusco. During this 2-day tour, you will be able to see the stunning lake and its landscape, with majestic snow-covered mountains. Additionally, at night, you can observe a sky full of stars and constellations, creating an exceptional night.
The Andean Valleys of the Incas and the sacred snow-covered mountains, such as Apu Salkantay “the wild sacred mountain,” Laguna Humantay is an impressive tour to visit and explore in Cusco. During this 2-day tour, you will be able to see the stunning lake and its landscape, with majestic snow-covered mountains. Additionally, at night, you can observe a sky full of stars and constellations, creating an exceptional night.
The Andean Valleys of the Incas and the sacred snow-covered mountains, such as Apu Salkantay “the wild sacred mountain,” Laguna Humantay is an impressive tour to visit and explore in Cusco. During this 2-day tour, you will be able to see the stunning lake and its landscape, with majestic snow-covered mountains. Additionally, at night, you can observe a sky full of stars and constellations, creating an exceptional night.
So, if you find yourself in Cusco or wherever you are, don’t miss the Tours to Laguna Humantay, which will be a spiritual gateway to the Andean Gods, such as Mother Nature “Pachamama.” We are sure you will have unique and unforgettable experiences. There is also a full-day tour to Laguna Humantay, and we can create travel packages in Cusco that include this experience to Laguna Humantay.
ProgramYour exciting 2-day adventure begins early in the morning when your tour guide and our driver will pick you up from your accommodation in Cusco. The first stop of the day will be in Mollepata for a nutritious breakfast, then we will continue until we reach Challacancha for a brief rest. From here, we will start the hike to Soraypampa, where our camp is located. This first stretch is not too challenging and will help you acclimatize to the altitude. You will notice that you follow a small Inca canal for most of the way and can enjoy the beautiful Andean landscape. In Soraypampa, our camp is located at the “Lodge Soraypampa”.
After lunch, we will begin the ascent to Laguna Humantay (4,200 m / 13,780 ft). You will hike slowly due to the altitude, and upon reaching the top, you will have time to enjoy the stunning view of the lagoon, which looks like a jewel, surrounded by the snow-covered mountainous landscape. The lagoon is fed by glaciers located on the slopes of the imposing Mt. Humantay.
Our 4-hour hike is necessary to reach the lagoon, but the view is worth it, and the bravest can venture to swim. The activity, guided by our local guide, in front of the impressive Mt. Salkantay, completes this unique experience. Return to the Lodge.
Hiking Time: Approximately 6 hours (including picnic lunch on the way)
Hiking and Terrain: Hiking, open path, with some steep routes.
Camping: Overnight at the “Lodge Soraypampa”, at 3,869 m / 12,690 ft.
Today, very early in the morning, we wake up at 04:00 am with a delicious hot tea, at 04:30 am we have a good breakfast, and at 05:00 am, we start our hike to ascend to Salkantay Pass. “We like to walk early when the air is fresh, before the strong heat characteristic of the Andes affects us.” We continue climbing up the Río Blanco valley and circle around Humantay Peak, facing Salkantay Peak. The highest point of the route is Salkantay Pass at 4,638 meters (15,213 feet).
At the pass, we stop to enjoy the views of the snow-covered mountains of the Vilcabamba Range in all directions, with the glacial south face of Salkantay towering above us. We keep an eye out for Andean condors, which can often be seen in this area. After some free time, we descend to Soraypampa, where we will enjoy a delicious lunch. Later, we take the bus back to Cusco, with a 3-hour journey to arrive.
Hiking Time: Approximately 5 hours (including picnic lunch on the way), about 8 hours. Our style is to walk slowly, enjoy the scenery, and chat with our tour guide. Hiking and Terrain: Hiking, mainly on steep routes, and some open slopes.
A bit of History:
The name Salkantay or Salcantay comes from the Inca word “Sallqa”, a Quechua word meaning wild, uncivilized, fierce, or invincible, recorded as early as 1583. The name is often translated as “Wild Mountain”. To the north of Salkantay is Machu Picchu, at the end of a ridge extending from this mountain. Viewed from the main sundial of Machu Picchu, the Southern Cross is above the peak of Salkantay when it is at its highest point in the sky during the rainy season. The Incas associated this alignment with the concepts of rain and fertility and considered Salkantay one of the main deities controlling the weather and fertility in the region west of Cusco.
Meals: Breakfast and Lunch
Distance: 6 km / 3.7 miles
Difficulty: Moderate
Inclusions
IncludesYou will meet with your Salkantay guide and the group at our office for an orientation before your hike. The meeting will be at 18:00, the night before the trip begins. If you cannot attend at this time, please let us know to coordinate another time.
We will pick you up at your hotel in Cusco in the morning and you will travel by private transport to the village of Soraypampa, the starting point of the hike to Lake Humantay.
Professional tour guide, English-speaking, with official certification in tourism. All grew up in this region and have a true passion for teaching others about their heritage. Your guide will explain the culture and surroundings throughout the tour, including leading your group in ancient ceremonies! He or she will ensure your safety, comfort, and well-being so you can enjoy your time along the Inca Trail and will make sure you feel safe and happy.
Each camp has been carefully selected to provide you with a very local experience.
Night 1: Relax in your comfortable bed at the “Lodge Soraypampa” camp, under the watchful gaze of the sacred Humantay and Salkantay mountains. Spend as much time as you like stargazing through the elegant glass ceiling!
Note: It is not common for camps, lodges, or hotels to change after confirmation; however, this may vary due to government regulations and authorizations, as well as adverse weather conditions or the physical condition of our visitors: any changes will be communicated by Inca Trail Explorer, in advance and as quickly as possible.
Tents for dining and cooking, tables, chairs, and cooking equipment (all transported by our porters and horses).
Entrance ticket to the Lake Humantay tour.
A chef specialized in trekking cuisine, with an assistant, will prepare all your delicious meals along our journey on the trail, to replenish your energy each day. You will never go hungry!
Meals: 1 Breakfast, 1 Lunch, 2 Dinners (Vegetarian, vegan, or special menu available at no additional cost).
From your first lunch to your last breakfast, Inca Trail Explorer will provide all the necessary water. This water will be boiled, filtered, and then cooled before being distributed. You should bring your own water bottles or camelback. We recommend bringing about 3 L. We will refill your bottles at each meal.
Every morning at the camp, you will wake up to a cup of coca tea. Our staff will bring the tea to your tent to warm you up inside before starting the day!
Our team will carry a first aid kit, including an emergency oxygen bottle.
Private tourist transport from Soraypampa to your hotel in Cusco (Day 2).
We have phone service available 24 hours a day to facilitate communication and preparation with the agency before your trekking.
Does Not IncludeYou can rent one from our company if you do not have your own. Our sleeping bags are effective and durable, protecting against temperatures down to -18 °C (0 °F). They are mummy-shaped and include a liner. The bags are cleaned after each use.
You can rent a pair of trekking poles from our company if you wish.
Personal clothing and equipment.
Travel insurance.
Please note that our staff is well compensated, so feel free to tip or not, as you wish. Recommendation: bring between USD 6 to USD 8 per day, per traveler, for all trekking staff. Again, it is optional and may vary based on your satisfaction.
Landscapes, adverse weather conditions, itinerary modification for safety reasons, illnesses, changes in government policies, political instability/strikes, etc.
From $200.00 USD per person
Group of 2 / 10 people $235.00 USD
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