Visit Machu Picchu! Salkantay is a sacred mountain and the highest peak in the Vilcabamba mountain range at 6271 m/20570 ft. It is one of the most important mountains in the Cusco region, Peru. The mountain is known for awakening the spirits of the mountains like Nevado Tucarhuay and Nevado Humantay, and for offering beautiful landscapes, from peaks and snow-capped mountains to lush tropical jungles, high-altitude vegetation, and flowers of all shapes and colors. It is a popular destination for hiking and trekking, and it's a great alternative to the Inca Trail to reach Machu Picchu. The Salkantay Trek is a famous trek in Cusco, Peru, and is considered one of the TOP 20 BEST HIKES IN THE WORLD, due to its diverse landscapes, physical challenges, and the opportunity to experience local culture.
We will leave Cusco at 5:00 am to begin this unforgettable Camino del Inca Tour ruta por Salkantay and head to Marcoccasa (3400 m/11154 ft), passing through the town of Mollepata (3000 m/9843 ft). In Marcoccasa, we will meet the muleteers and the rest of the group and start our hike. We begin the hike in a magnificent valley, surrounded by snow-covered mountains, such as Humantay (5217 m/17116 ft) and Salkantay (6264 m/20551 ft).
Soray Pampa: 3900 m./12795 ft.
Climate: cold.
Transportation time: 4 hours.
Hiking time: 6 hours.
After breakfast, we will head towards the Salkantay Pass (4600 m/15092 ft), which offers an exceptional view of the Salkantay snow peak (6264 m). From there, we will descend once again and have time to enjoy the increasing vegetation of the ecosystem.
Our campsite will be at Rayampata (3000 m/9842 ft), amidst the tropical rainforest with a warm climate.
Chaullay: 2950 m./9678 ft.
Climate: warm with mosquitoes.
Transportation time: 4 hours.
Hiking time: 9 hours.
After breakfast, we will descend through the forest, where vegetation grows intensely, and we can appreciate a wide variety of orchids, bromeliads, bomareas, etc. Then, we will visit some families in Lucmabamba (2000 m / 5651 ft) where we will have lunch, and La Playa (2100 m / 6890 ft), where our vehicle will be waiting for us to take us to the Hydroelectric station. From there, we continue by train to the town of Aguas Calientes where we will spend the night.
Climate: warm during the day.
Hiking time: 5 hours, during a warm day with mosquitoes and cold at night.
Transportation time: 1h30, from La Playa to Hydroelectric station.
Early after breakfast, we head to Machu Picchu (2400 m/7874 ft) by tourist bus. We enter the historic sanctuary very early to start our Machu Picchu Tour and feel the magic of this ancient place. Enjoy the breathtaking view from the Inca citadel, surely a moment you've been eagerly anticipating. After this unforgettable experience, our guide will begin the tour to provide you with a deeper understanding of the history and architecture of this marvelous place. Please note that the current visiting time is limited to a maximum of 3 hours.
Once the tour is complete, we return by bus to Aguas Calientes, where you will have time for lunch and some exploration in the town, which offers many restaurants and craft shops. From here, we board the train back to Ollantaytambo, where our transportation will be waiting to take you to your hotel in Cusco, thus concluding our SALKANTAY - MACHU PICCHU trek.
Climate: warm during the day.
Hiking time: 2 hours.
Transportation time: 30 min.
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NOTE: As the weather can be very cold and cloudy, clothes may get wet and not dry overnight, especially in certain situations or conditions. So, please bring some spare clothes.
We will leave Cusco at 5:00 am to start this unforgettable Inca Trail Tour through Salkantay, heading to Marcoccasa (3400 m/11154 ft), passing through the town of Mollepata (3000 m/9843 ft). In Marcoccasa, we will meet the muleteers and the rest of the group and begin our hike. We start the hike within a magnificent valley, surrounded by snow-covered mountains like Humantay (5217 m/17116 ft) and Salkantay (6264 m/20551 ft).
We will cross different valleys, getting a glimpse of the local farmers' life, before reaching our first campsite in Soray Pampa. Our chef will welcome you with hot drinks, snacks, and dinner. The night will be cold due to the altitude.
Soray Pampa: 3900 m./12795 ft.
Weather: Cold.
Transport time: 4 hours.
Hiking time: 6 hours.
Optional: On the way to Soray Pampa, we recommend taking a 2-hour detour to see Humantay Lake and the snowy peak of Humantay. You will have to ascend from Soray Pampa (3900 m/12800 ft) to Humantay (4220 m/12800 ft).
After breakfast, we will head towards the Salkantay Pass (4600 m/15092 ft), which offers an exceptional view of the Salkantay snowy peak (6264 m). From there, we will descend again and have time to enjoy the growing vegetation of the ecosystem.
Our campsite will be in Rayampata (3000 m/9842 ft), in the middle of the tropical jungle with warm weather.
Chaullay: 2950 m./9678 ft.
Weather: Warm with mosquitoes.
Transport time: 4 hours.
Hiking time: 9 hours.
After breakfast, we will descend through the forest, where vegetation grows intensely, and you will be able to see a great variety of orchids, bromeliads, bomareas, etc. Then, we will visit some families in Lucmabamba (2000 m / 5651 ft), where we will have lunch, and La Playa (2100 m / 6890 ft), where our vehicle will be waiting for us to take us to the Hydroelectric. From there, we continue by train to the town of Aguas Calientes, where we will spend the night.
Weather: Warm during the day.
Hiking time: 5 hours, during a warm day with mosquitoes and cold at night.
Transport time: 1 hour and 30 minutes, from La Playa to Hydroelectric.
Early after breakfast, we head to Machu Picchu (2400 m/7874 ft) by tourist bus. We enter the historic sanctuary very early to do our Machu Picchu tour, recharge energy, open our arms, and feel the magic of this ancient place. Enjoy the breathtaking view of the Inca citadel; it's undoubtedly a moment you've been eagerly waiting for. After the unforgettable moment, our guide will start the tour, and you will get to know more about the history and architecture of this wonderful place. You should know that the current visit time is limited to a maximum of 3 hours. Inside the Machu Picchu citadel, we can explore the different areas in which it was divided, its population distribution, and interesting details like how, despite being isolated, it could self-sustain.
After finishing the tour, we return by bus to Aguas Calientes, where you will have time for lunch and to explore the town of Aguas Calientes, which has many restaurants and craft shops. Here, we will board the train back to Ollantaytambo, where our transportation will be waiting to take you to your hotel in Cusco, concluding our SALKANTAY - MACHU PICCHU hike.
Weather: Warm during the day.
Hiking time: 2 hours.
Transport time: 30 minutes.
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What should I bring?
Backpack with rain cover, sleeping bag, clothing for both warm and cold weather, including a waterproof jacket, rain pants, and lightweight pants, hiking shoes, sandals or slippers (for showers and hot springs), wool or synthetic socks, sweater, long and short-sleeved shirts, rain poncho, hat, swimsuit (for the hot springs in Aguas Calientes), sunscreen, insect repellent, alcohol and hand sanitizer, water bottle and sterilizing tablets, toiletries and toilet paper, camera (wrapped in a plastic bag), flashlight and batteries, some snacks like chocolate bars and nuts, original passport, original ISIC student card, and extra money in Peruvian soles.
NOTE: As the weather can be very cold and cloudy, your clothes may get wet and not dry overnight, especially in certain situations or conditions. So, bring some extra clothes to change into.
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Salkantay - Machu Picchu Trek 4 Days / 3 Nights
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