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 at least a moderate 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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Discover one of the most breathtaking routes to Machu Picchu with the Salkantay Trek, a perfect alternative to the Inca Trail. This 5-day adventure takes you from the snowy peaks of the Andes to the lush cloud forests of the high jungle, offering an unforgettable mix of natural beauty, cultural immersion, and physical challenge.
Hike past the majestic Salkantay Mountain (6,271 m), explore hidden Inca sites, and relax in thermal springs under the stars. Each day offers a new and stunning landscape—from alpine lakes and towering glaciers to tropical valleys rich in orchids, waterfalls, and coffee plantations. Along the way, enjoy delicious meals, comfortable domes and cabins, and expert guida...
Bus up and down from Aguas Calientes to Machu Picchu. Picchu.
Transportation (Cusco Soraypampa and Ollantaytambo Cusco).
Train (Aguas Calientes Ollantaytambo).
Hotel pick up.
Andean ceremony, offering to mother earth.
Luxury dome with private bathroom and hot shower. 1 night hotel accommodation in Aguas Calientes
Kitchen equipment: dining tent, kitchen with table and chairs. chairs.
First breakfast and last dinner.
Trekking poles
Sleeping bag.
Cold drinks.
Meeting Points
Departure
Cusco
For travelers who do not require hotel pick-up, we will meet at a designated location in Cusco (or Urubamba/Ollantaytambo, depending on the briefing details). The exact meeting point and time will be provided in advance during your pre-departure briefing.
Return
Salkantay Trek to Machu Picchu
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Cusco
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Discover one of the most breathtaking routes to Machu Picchu with the Salkantay Trek, a perfect alternative to the Inca Trail. This 5-day adventure takes you from the snowy peaks of the Andes to the lush cloud forests of the high jungle, offering an unforgettable mix of natural beauty, cultural immersion, and physical challenge.
Hike past the majestic Salkantay Mountain (6,271 m), explore hidden Inca sites, and relax in thermal springs under the stars. Each day offers a new and stunning landscape—from alpine lakes and towering glaciers to tropical valleys rich in orchids, waterfalls, and coffee plantations. Along the way, enjoy delicious meals, comfortable domes and cabins, and expert guida...
Bus up and down from Aguas Calientes to Machu Picchu. Picchu.
Transportation (Cusco Soraypampa and Ollantaytambo Cusco).
Train (Aguas Calientes Ollantaytambo).
Hotel pick up.
Andean ceremony, offering to mother earth.
Luxury dome with private bathroom and hot shower. 1 night hotel accommodation in Aguas Calientes
Kitchen equipment: dining tent, kitchen with table and chairs. chairs.
First breakfast and last dinner.
Trekking poles
Sleeping bag.
Cold drinks.
Meeting Points
Departure
Cusco
For travelers who do not require hotel pick-up, we will meet at a designated location in Cusco (or Urubamba/Ollantaytambo, depending on the briefing details). The exact meeting point and time will be provided in advance during your pre-departure briefing.
Return
Itinerary
Day 1
Day 2
Day 3
Day 4
Day 5
Cusco - Mollepata - Challacancha - Soraypampa
1 Stop
1
Salkantay Trail
We’ll begin our adventure early in the morning with pick-up from your hotel in Cusco, followed by a 2-hour drive to Mollepata, where you can enjoy a traditional Andean breakfast (not included). We’ll then continue to Challacancha, the starting point of our 3-hour hike to Soraypampa (3,800 m), our first campsite.
Upon arrival, we’ll enjoy a well-deserved lunch with stunning views of Humantay and Salkantay. Soraypampa is the highest and coldest camp of the trek, offering a unique natural setting. In the afternoon, an optional hike to the turquoise Humantay Lagoon (4,200 m) is available for those seeking an extra adventure.
Meals: Lunch, Dinner
Accommodation: Crystal domes and huts
Max Altitude: 3,850 m
Min Altitude: 2,850 m
Distance: Approx. 14 km
