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5 Day Salkantay Trek to Machu Picchu Adventure Hike with Guide
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Rio de Janeiro
About
Embark on the unforgettable 5 Day Salkantay Trek to Machu Picchu, the most popular alternative to the Classic Inca Trail. This adventure blends dramatic landscapes, cultural discovery, and the magic of arriving at the Lost City of the Incas.
Over 5 days and 4 nights you’ll cross snowy mountain passes beneath the sacred Apu Salkantay, hike to the turquoise waters of Humantay Lake, and descend into lush cloud forests alive with orchids and hummingbirds. Each step reveals a new side of the Andes, from high peaks to tropical valleys.
After days of breathtaking trekking, your journey ends with a guided tour of Machu Picchu at sunrise a moment you will never forget. With expert local guides, sec...
Highlights
5 days
Offered in English & Spanish
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
5 days
Offered in English & Spanish
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
Private transportation
Lunch
Dinner
Breakfast
snacks
does not include the entrance to Huaynapicchu or Machupicchu Mountain
Important Information
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Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
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Not recommended for pregnant travelers
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Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
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Travelers should have a high level of physical fitness
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
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Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
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If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
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This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
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Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
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5 Day Salkantay Trek to Machu Picchu Adventure Hike with Guide
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Rio de Janeiro
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$480.00
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About
Embark on the unforgettable 5 Day Salkantay Trek to Machu Picchu, the most popular alternative to the Classic Inca Trail. This adventure blends dramatic landscapes, cultural discovery, and the magic of arriving at the Lost City of the Incas.
Over 5 days and 4 nights you’ll cross snowy mountain passes beneath the sacred Apu Salkantay, hike to the turquoise waters of Humantay Lake, and descend into lush cloud forests alive with orchids and hummingbirds. Each step reveals a new side of the Andes, from high peaks to tropical valleys.
After days of breathtaking trekking, your journey ends with a guided tour of Machu Picchu at sunrise a moment you will never forget. With expert local guides, sec...
Highlights
5 days
Offered in English & Spanish
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
5 days
Offered in English & Spanish
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
Private transportation
Lunch
Dinner
Breakfast
snacks
does not include the entrance to Huaynapicchu or Machupicchu Mountain
Itinerary
Day 1
Day 2
Day 3
Day 4
Day 5
salkantay tre 5 days 4 nights
1 Stop
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Humantay Lake
CUSCO - MOLLEPATA - SORAYPAMPA
We will pick you up from your hotel in Cusco shortly after 4 a.m. to go in a private van to Mollepata. This is a spectacular scenic drive through the plains of Anta with beautiful panoramic views across a vast plateau of majestic Salkantay and other snow capped mountains. Then, marvel at the spectacular winding descent into the Apurímac River Valley. After 2½ hours, we stop at Mollepata for breakfast and to buy last minute supplies. There will be time to stretch your legs or use the toilets, before continuing to Marcocasa. There we will meet our support staff. They will load the equipment on horses and mules. Around 8:30 a.m., we will begin our trek to Soraypampa (3900 meters above sea level). If we maintain a regular rhythm, it will take approximately 4 hours to reach Soraypampa for lunch at our first camp. After lunch in the afternoon, we have the option to go up to see Lake Humantay, a glacial lake below the Salkantay peak at (4200 meters above sea level). This side tour takes 3 hours to walk back and forth from the camp. Alternatively, if we move at a slow pace; We will have lunch halfway between Soraypampa and Marco Casa on the way to Soraypampa. Either way our camp will be in Soraypampa. The sleeping tents will be ready and we will have a warm and delicious dinner at night. Either way our camp will be in Soraypampa. The sleeping tents will be ready and we will have a warm and delicious dinner at night. Either way our camp will be in Soraypampa. The sleeping tents will be ready and we will have a warm and delicious dinner at night.
