Private transfer Cusco – Mollepata – Soraypampa – Cusco. Breakfast in Mollepata. Lunch in Mollepata at the end of the hike. Andean spiritual guide (paqo) who leads the cleansing ritual. Ceremonial elements: ritual table, flowers, coca leaves, incense, and offerings. Guided meditation and spiritual support during the ceremony. Personalized assistance throughout the entire experience.

Dinner in Cusco or Mollepata. Trekking poles, support horses, or other personal services during the hike. Extra beverages not mentioned (soft drinks, alcohol, snacks). Professional photo session or filming (optional additional service). Tips for the spiritual guide or support staff (Optional).

Warm layered clothing (thermal jacket, fleece, scarf, and hat). Rain jacket or poncho. Comfortable and resistant trekking footwear. Trekking pole (optional but recommended). Gloves and sunscreen. Sunglasses and a hat. Small backpack with personal water and light snacks. Coca leaves or muña candies for altitude support. Camera (while respecting ritual moments). Passport or ID.

Andean Ritual Tour in the Humantay Lake

Connect with the sacred energy of Laguna Humantay

Full Day

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Altitude
4,200 m /13,779 ft

Accommodation
Not Included

Group size
Small group

Departures
Daily departures

DESCRIPTION OF THE TRIP

The Humantay Lagoon, with its turquoise waters reflecting the majesty of the sacred mountains, is a place of deep energy and healing. In the Andean worldview, water represents life, movement, and purification; approaching this lagoon is opening a portal to personal rebirth.

This ritual is not just a simple tourist visit it is an inner journey. Through mindful walking, breathing, guided meditation, and offerings to Pachamama, you will experience a process of release: letting go of the old and welcoming the new with gratitude and hope.

Guided by an Andean master, we will take part in a purification ritual with water and flowers by the lagoon, accompanied by ancestral sounds that elevate intention. Each participant connects with the element of water symbol of life, flow, and rebirth allowing the spirit to be renewed.

This is a unique moment to cleanse energies, open the heart, and reconnect with nature. The experience ends with a silent meditation in front of the lagoon, where each traveler finds clarity and strength to continue their path.

PROGRAM SUMMARY

Day 01

Cusco + Mollepata + Soraypampa + Humantay Lake + Soraypampa + Mollepata + Cusco

A healing experience and connection with the sacred waters of Humantay Lagoon, considered a place of purification and rebirth in the Andean worldview.

Andean Ritual Tour in the Humantay Lake

Day 01: Cusco + Mollepata + Soraypampa + Humantay Lake + Soraypampa + Mollepata + Cusco

Humantay Lake is one of the most magical places in the Andean mountain range. Surrounded by snow-capped peaks and deep turquoise waters, it has become a sacred space where ancestral cultures have honored nature as a source of life and energy.
The journey begins very early in the morning with a private transfer from Cusco to the town of Mollepata. There, travelers enjoy a traditional Andean breakfast accompanied by coca or muña tea, which helps with acclimatization and prepares the body for the experience.
In Soraypampa, the hike toward the lake begins. It is not a rushed route but a mindful walk guided step by step, where each moment becomes an opportunity to breathe deeply, listen to the silence of the mountains, and feel the surrounding energy.
Upon arriving at Humantay Lake, the landscape invites quiet contemplation. In front of its crystal-clear waters, a ritual table is prepared with flowers, coca leaves, and natural offerings. In this sacred space, the Rebirth Ritual is performed, which includes:
- Energetic purification with water and flowers.
- Offering to Pachamama and the guardian Apus, as an act of gratitude and respect.
- Guided meditation facing the lake, to release burdens, welcome new energies, and set intentions for life.
Personal quiet time to write thoughts or simply allow yourself to be embraced by the power of this sacred place.
The experience concludes with a traditional lunch in Mollepata and the return to Cusco. The body may feel light fatigue from the hike, but the spirit returns renewed, with the sensation of having received a blessing from the sacred mountains.
- Meals: Breakfast and Lunch.

INCLUDES – NOT INCLUDED – DETAILS

Included

Private transfer Cusco – Mollepata – Soraypampa – Cusco.
Breakfast in Mollepata.
Lunch in Mollepata at the end of the hike.
Andean spiritual guide (paqo) who leads the cleansing ritual.
Ceremonial elements: ritual table, flowers, coca leaves, incense, and offerings.
Guided meditation and spiritual support during the ceremony.
Personalized assistance throughout the entire experience.

No Included

Dinner in Cusco or Mollepata.
Trekking poles, support horses, or other personal services during the hike.
Extra beverages not mentioned (soft drinks, alcohol, snacks).
Professional photo session or filming (optional additional service).
Tips for the spiritual guide or support staff (Optional).

What to Bring

Warm layered clothing (thermal jacket, fleece, scarf, and hat).
Rain jacket or poncho.
Comfortable and resistant trekking footwear.
Trekking pole (optional but recommended).
Gloves and sunscreen.
Sunglasses and a hat.
Small backpack with personal water and light snacks.
Coca leaves or muña candies for altitude support.
Camera (while respecting ritual moments).
Passport or ID.

Recommendations for your trip

Health Recommendations

This tour takes place at more than 4,200 m.a.s.l., so it is recommended to be well acclimated in Cusco (1 to 2 days beforehand). If you have heart or respiratory conditions, high blood pressure, or are pregnant, inform the agency before booking.
Walk at your own pace; it is not a competition. The goal is to arrive with enough energy and enjoy the Andean experience.
It is recommended to drink plenty of water during the hike for better hydration and acclimatization.
Bring sunscreen, insect repellent, basic pain relievers, and any necessary personal medication.
Avoid heavy meals and alcoholic beverages the day before the tour.
The weather varies throughout the day: cold mornings (10–15°C) and warmer midday temperatures. Wear layered clothing, gloves, a hat, and a waterproof jacket.
Maintain an open and respectful attitude; the visit often includes a spiritual component and a connection with nature.

Rules and Recommendations for the Trail to Humantay Lake

Follow the guide’s instructions at all times to ensure a safe and organized experience.
Littering on the trail is not allowed. Carry a small bag to store your waste until reaching designated disposal areas.
Trekking poles are allowed as long as they have rubber tips to protect the trail and natural environment.
Respect natural areas and sacred sites, as the lake and its surroundings are part of Andean spiritual tradition.