Salkantay Trek 5 days/ 4 nights

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Put your adventurous side to the test by following an ancient route that includes a walk to Lake Humantay. You will enjoy new landscapes every time, from mountains and snow-capped mountains to tropical jungles or Andean towns... and of course Machu Picchu!

Salkantay Trek 5 days/ 4 nights

Andean Hikes

15 092 f.a.s.l. (4 600 m)

Landscape, ruins, culture, adventure, nature, trek

Moderate

Group tour

English & Spanish

5 days & 4 nights

Cusco, Mollepata, Humantay, Salkantay Colpapampa, Sahuayaco, Hidroelectrica, Aguas Calientes, Machu Picchu.

The Salkantay trek was chosen as one of the 24 best treks in the world by National Geographic. This adventure is ideal if you are looking to explore rarely seen landscapes and experience the essence of the mountains, snowcapped peaks, streams, and communities in the Vilcabamba Range.

On this adventure challenge you will visit magical places such as the turquoise Humantay lake, you will cross the Salkantay Pass at 15 092 f.a.s.l., you will relax at the Santa Teresa thermal baths, you will do Ziplining, you will visit rarely seen Inca ruins, until you reach Aguas Calientes and see the impressive Machu Picchu.

At the ruins of Machu Picchu you will be accompanied by a guide who will reveal the mysteries and history hidden in every corner of the citadel.

You will have the opportunity to visit the Mountain or Huayna Picchu (limited spots, coordinate it during the reservation). The return to Cusco can be done by bus from Hidroelectrica or enjoying the views of the Valley on the train to Ollantaytambo.

The Salkantay trek is adventure, hiking and camping on the Andean nature. A world-renowned experience for adventure travelers seeking challenges, inspiration and authenticity.

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Why to book this tour with What a Trip?

• A professional guide will come along with you throughout the Salkantay Trek and will ensure that you live an unforgettable experience.
• You will have fresh food with natural ingredients and with vegetarian and vegan choices.
• We will make sure that you have adequate and clean transportation and accommodation throughout the Salkantay Trek.
• Sleep in eco-friendly cabins on the mountains.
• Your entrance fee to Lake Humantay is already included.
• You can choose complementary activities such as ziplining, visiting the Santa Teresa thermal baths or visiting the beautiful ruins of Llaqtapata.
• One night before starting the tour, the guide will pay you a visit to answer questions and leave you ready for the adventure!

Day 1: 7 miles traveled (12 km) / 5 hours
• We pick you up at the hotel lobby.
• You meet the guide who will come along with you throughout the tour.
• We take the private bus to Mollepata (about 3 h).
• You recharge with a local breakfast in Mollepata (not included).
• We ride the bus to the town of Challacancha (1 hr 30 min).
• We begin walking to the Soraypampa base (4 hours).
• You eat a replenishing lunch in Soraypampa.
• After a break, we start the walk to see the turquoise Humantay lake.
• You spend some time resting and taking pictures at this beautiful lake.
• We begin the return descent to Soraypampa.
• Cenas y pasas la noche en camping en Soraypampa apreciando las estrellas.
Day 2: 14 miles traveled (22 km) / 10 hours
• You eat a good breakfast in Soraypampa.
• We start walking uphill to the Salkantay Pass at 15 092 f.a.s.l. (approx. 3 h).
• We continue the walk, this time downhill to Huayrapampa (approx. 1 h).
• You enjoy a replenishing lunch.
• We continue this walk enjoying the landscape until we reach Colpapampa.
• You have dinner and spend the night resting at the Colpapampa camp.
Day 3: 9 miles traveled (14 km) / 6 hours
• You eat a good breakfast in Colpapampa.
• We walk to La Playa Sahuayaco (approx. 5 hours).
• You enjoy a replenishing lunch.
• We take the private bus to Lucmabamba (approx 1 hour).
• You can choose between spending the afternoon at our camp enjoying the nature of the place or visiting the Santa Teresa thermal baths (Cocalmayo), prior coordination with your guide.
• You have dinner and spend the night at our Sahuayaco camp.
Day 4: 9 miles traveled (14 km) / 6 hours
• You have breakfast in Lucmabamba.
• You choose between:
– Walk to the Llaqtapata ruins with destination to Hidroelectrica (3 h).
– Zipline (optional extra, with transportation by car to Hidroelectrica).
• You eat a local lunch at Hidroelectrica.
• We start the walk toward Aguas Calientes (3 h).
• Once in Aguas Calientes, you head to your lodging to register.
• You will have free time to walk around the town of Aguas Calientes.
• The guide will meet with you to explain tomorrow's activities.
• You have dinner at a local restaurant in the company of the team.
• You spend the night at your lodging in Aguas Calientes.
Day 5:
• You reach the entrance to Machu Picchu choosing between 2 options:
– By bus (20 min, optional extra)
– Walking (1:30 h).
• You arrive at the Machu Picchu entrance where the guide waits for you.
• The bilingual guide will tell you the secrets and history of the Machu Picchu ruins while you walk around its different stone areas and enjoy the landscapes.
• You visit the Mountain or Huayna Picchu (optional extra).
• You go back downhill to Aguas Calientes choosing between 2 options:
– Taking the bus (20 min, optional extra)
– Walking (approx. 1 hour).
• You start the walk back to Hidroelectrica (approx 3 hours).
• You return by private transportation from Hidroelectrica to Cusco (7 hours). You also have the option of returning by train.
• You arrive in downtown Cusco.

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