Inkachiriasqa Salkantay Cusco
Inkachiriasqa lake trek is a new tour option to visit the unique turquoise color lagoon located at the foot of the famous Mt Salkantay in the Peruvian Andes. It is a great option of trekking in the region of Cusco and especially designed for those who are looking to explore the less visited pristine places.
This awe-inspiring 2 day trek to Incachiriasca, also combines a visit to the famed Humantay Lake on the first day; which goes on parts of the well known Salcantay trail. This spectacular Inkachiriasqa Lake can be seeing during the Salkantay adventure 4 day trek, which connects to the Sacred Valley and the classic Inca Trail to Machu Picchu. Humantay Lake and Incachiriasca Lake are the best combination in 2 day hike.
Inkachiriasqa Lake & – Humantay hike Highlights:
- Spectacular view of the mountains Humantay & Salkantay
- The visit to Humantay Lake.
- Hiking along the famous Salkantay trail
- Great night in Soraypampa
- Visit to the stunning Inkachiriasqa Lake
- Amazing flora and wildlife of the area
Overview
Inkachiriasqa trek – Overview
- Day 1. – Cusco – Mollepata – Soraypamapa – Humantay Lake – Soraypampa
- Day 2. -Soraypampa – Salkantaypampa – Inkachiriasqa Lake- Cusco
Itinerary
Detailed itinerary of Inkachiriasqa Lake trek
Day 1: Cusco – Soraypampa – Humantay Lake – Soraypampa
This awesome 2 day trip begins with the pick up from the hotels in Cusco. We leave Cusco city and start driving in our private transport through an amazing scenery. On the way to the trail-head, you will find a great spots to take pictures of the Mt Salkantay, then you will pass the interesting Valley of Limatambo. From here we will drive uphill on the dirty with direction of Soraypampa.
After 1 ½ hours of uphill hiking, we will reach the sores of Humantay Lake. Here you will have plenty of time to explore the area and take pictures of the lake combining with the Humantay glacier. In the afternoon you will walk back down to Soraypampa, where we will spend the night in our campsite.
- Overnight at Camping
- Meals included: lunch & dinner
Day 2: Soraypampa – Inkachiriasqa- Mollepata – Cusco.
Our chef will wake you up with a cup of Coca tea in your tent. After breakfast you will start the hike following the Salkantay trail until to reach Salkantaypampa. From here you will hike the trail to the right side instead of going to Salkantay pass, after approx. 3 hours of hiking you will arrive to the Inkachiriasqa Lake. A magnificent turquoise color lagoon at the foot of Mt Salkantay.
After to enjoy all the jaw-dropping views of this great area, you will hike back down for 2 hours. In Soraypampa our chef will wait for you with a delicious lunch. In the afternoon you will drive back to Cusco hotel.
- Meals included: breakfast & lunch
- Best time for this tour: April to November
Inclusions
Included for Inkachiriasqa lake trek:
- A quality tour itinerary and personalize service
- Stop at the lookout of willke
- Fluent English speaking tour guide
- Pick up and Drop off in your Hotel
- A private tourist class transportation
- Entrance fee to Humantay Lake and Salkantay
- An expert cook to prepare the meals
- Meals: 1 Breakfast, 1 Lunch & 1 Dinner (vegetarian option).
- A night of camping (tents & thermarest pad)
- Oxygen tank & First aid kit
- Drinkable boiled water for the second day
Not included for Inkachiriasqa Salkantay:
- Meals not mentioned on the itinerary
- Tips for the crew (guide, cook and driver)
- Hiking poles
- Sleeping bag
- Alcoholic drinks
You should bring for Inkachiriasqa Lake trek:
- Personal medicines
- Sleeping bag and headlamp
- A good camera with extra batteries.
- Binoculars (optional)
- Warm jacket, Rain gear, wind stopper, Sun hat.
- Sun glasses & Sunscreen.
- Small day pack with essential items
- Extra cash in soles
- Bottle water 2 liters per person
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