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We'll cross a pass at 4510m/14,797ft then enjoy a relaxing walk down. We'll journey through remote villages, have views of snowpeaks, cross green valleys along the Urubamba river and dip in some natural hotsprings.
This trip involves an average of 6 hrs hiking per day over rocky and steep terrain. There are mules to carry your pack and always an emergency mule for those who may need it.
Basic Tent and Camping Equipment included. Meals included
Previous acclimation to the altitude in Cusco is highly recommended. Your guide always carries an oxygen bottle.
This is a pooled trek with a group no larger than 22 people.
Salkantay is comparable to the Inca Trail.
Day 1 Cusco - Mollepata - Soraypampa
Early in the morning we'll pick you up from your hotel and transfer you in a private bus to Mollepata passing by picturesque and traditional towns like Iscuchaca, Ancahuasi and Limatambo. We'll pass through highland plateaus and landscapes with great views of snowcapped mountains that belong to the cordillera Vilcabamba. The bus trip will last 3 hours and then the we'll hike for 6 hours. The trail climbs up from Mollepata sharply to Marqhok'asa pass through the pastures and farming lands. Afterwards we'll descend until we reach the campsite passing through the high brush down to Soraypampa (3750m/12303ft).
6 hrs
Tent - Catered
Meals LD
Extra Mule
Rent an extra mule if considering riding more than walking. Note that mules cannot carry riders going down steep inclines.
Day 2 Abra Salkantay - Colpapampa
Early in the morning we leave Soraypampa and continue walking up the beautiful valley just below the majestic snowcapped mountain named Salkantay (6271 m). After 1 1/2 hours the trek becomes steep zigzagging for a while until we get to Salkantay pass (4600 m). There we will be rewarded with superb views and excellent photo opportunities. Then the trail descends through an old moraine (glacial area) and passes by great pastures down to the camp of Huayroqmachay located (4000 m). This campsite is subject to change according to the guide's criteria and the evolution of the group.
6 hrs
Tent - Catered
Meals BLD
Day 3 Chaullay - Santa Teresa
We wake up with lovely mountain scenery and a good morning tea then continue to the north down to the lush jungle through different ecosystems noticing birds such as Hummingbirds, Trashes, Finches, Tanagers, Sparrows, Guans, Parrots, etc. It will be a long descending day towards the cloud forest. We will also have the opportunity to see great waterfalls. Towards the end of the day we will see Passionfruit fields. We'll hike for approximately 7 hours until we reach our campsite located in the community known as "La Playa"(2400m/7874ft).
6 hrs
Tent - Catered
Meals BLD
Day 4 Santa Teresa - Aguas Calientes
After breakfast and a short transfer we'll leave walking from Santa Teresa through plantations of Coffee, Banana, and tropical fruits. Afterwards the trail climbs up to Patallacta then descends until Hidroelectrica (1800m/5905ft). We'll continue to Aguas Calientes where we will set up camp just below Machu Picchu Inca sanctuary. This afternoon we can have a bath in the natural hot springs of Aguas Calientes, a great place to relax after this challenging trek.
6 hrs
Hostal
Meals BLD
Car to Hidroelectrica
The hike today can be considered optional if feeling the effects of the hike.
Train to Machu Picchu
From Hidroelectrica there is a 1/2 hr train ride to Aguas Calientes which leaves in the afternoon.
Day 5 Machu Picchu - Cusco
Early in the morning we'll walk 1.5 - 2 hrs up to Machu Picchu for a 1.5 hr tour followed by 1.5 hrs free time to explore more or take photos. In the afternoon we'll return to Aguas Calientes to catch a train to Ollantaytambo then transfer to Cusco and your hotel. What a trek!
3 hrs
1.5 hrs
Meals B (Boxed Lunch)
Bus Tickets up to Machu Picchu
If feeling tired from the trek, choose the bus to Machu Picchu instead of the 1.5 - 2 hr hike up.
Train Upgrade
Ride the Vistadome or Hiram Bingham train
Huayna Picchu
Climb to a unique and picturesque viewpoint above Machu Picchu * Book 3 months in advance!
Montaña
Get a unique view of Machu Picchu from a neighboring mountain which offers the best possible photo opportunity of Machu Picchu.
| Group Size | Price/Person | Group Type | Extras |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | $280 | Pooled | -- |
| 2 - 3 | $280 | Pooled | -- |
| 4 - 5 | $280 | Pooled | -- |
| 6 - 7 | $270 | Pooled | -- |
| 8 - 12 | $260 | Pooled | -- |
| Included | Not Included |
|---|---|
| * Pickup from your Hotel and transfer to Soraypampa * Entrance Tickets to Alternative Inca Trail Salkantay * Entrance Tickets to Machupicchu * Chef and Cooking Equipment * Meals - 4B / 4L / 4D * Vegetarian Food (Optional) * All Camping Equipment * First Aid Kit and Oxygen Bottle * Bilingual Professional Guide * Hostal in Aguas Calientes * Train Ticket Aguas Calientes to Ollantaytambo * Transfer Ollantaytambo - Cusco |
* Sleeping Bag * First Day's Breakfast * Last Day's Lunch or Dinner * Bus Tickets up to Machu Picchu * Hot Springs in Santa Teresa ($3) * Bus Ticket to Machu Picchu |
| To Bring | Optional |
|---|---|
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* Original Passport * Sleeping Bag * A Backpack with a Change of Clothes * Raincoat or Poncho * Trekking or Sport Shoes * Warm Clothes, Jacket/Sweaters * Flashlight and Batteries * Camera, Film and Extra Batteries * Hat or Cap and Sunblock * Insect Repellent * Toilet Paper * Snacks * Water Bottle * Swimsuit (Hot Springs) * Cash in Soles and US$ |
* Binoculars |
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