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Salkantay Trek To Machu Picchu
ACCOMMODATION
Camping
GROUP SIZE
5 people – Max 20
MAX. ALTITUDE
2050. / 2490 ft.
LEVEL
Easy
Salida: Recogida entre las 04:00 y 04:30 de la mañana en tu alojamiento de Cuzco.
Regreso: Entre las 18:00 y las 20:00 en el centro de Cuzco.
CANCELLATION POLICY
Cancellation or changes to this tour:
CHANGES: Any changes to the tour date needs to be done before 6:00 pm (Lima time) 30 days before the tour begins and will also receive a 60% administration fee. After this time there is a 100% change fee. Subject to availability.
NO SHOWS & CANCELLATIONS: If you cancel 30 days prior to the tour before 6:00 pm (Lima time), a 60% administration fee will apply. After this time there is a 100% no-show or cancellation fee.
For cancellations or changes to your tour please email info@hakutravel.com
EXPERIENCIAS
- Explora paisajes impresionantes.
- Conoce la rica historia cultural del área.
- Disfruta de actividades al aire libre únicas.
- Explora paisajes impresionantes.
- Conoce la rica historia cultural del área.
- Disfruta de actividades al aire libre únicas.
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Salkantay Trek Classic
This 5-day tour is one of the most impressive treks in Cusco. During your Salkantay Trek to Machu Picchu; you will enjoy beautiful landscapes, snowy peaks, waterfalls, rivers, and small towns in their purest form. This route is perfect for those who want to reach Machu Picchu on a different and authentic trek, away from the crowds and closer to the local communities’ hospitality. All of this is combined to be the best alternative trek to the Inca Trail.
- Reach the first stop, Soraypampa in the Mollepata district
- Discover the beautiful Humantay Lake
- Hike along the Salkantay Mountain
- Descent to the Huayracmachay village
- Get to know the Andean rainforest
- Zipline through the jungle
- Visit the Machu Picchu World Heritage Site
ITINERARIO
Predeparture briefing - Cusco
The briefing will be headed by our tour guide a day before the Salkantay Trek to Machu Picchu Tour. This talk is given to all travelers for approximately 20 to 30 minutes. It is important to attend the briefing because, at this moment, you will learn about each moment of the trip in detail. Moreover, remember that if you have any doubts before the trip this is the perfect moment to ask. At the end, you will receive the final advice before the departure, such as what to wear during the trip, how the climate in the sites you will visit, and more!
DAY 01 - Guided Visit to Humantay Lake. Cusco - Soraypampa - Humantay Lake
We will start the tour at 4:30 am picking you up from your hotel. Later, we will introduce the whole team and travelers group and start the ride to the first stop. We are going to travel for about two hours to the Mollepata district.
In this location, we will enjoy a delicious breakfast, and continue to Soraypampa, which is the starting point of our trek. After arriving, we will hike for approximately 1 hour and 30 minutes at more than 4000 m. This is a short but demanding trek.
We will then reach the foothills of the glacier, enjoy the lake’s first glimpse, and finally, we will be rewarded with a beautiful vista of the site including the summit of the Salkantay Mountain, and the Vilcabamba Mountain Rage.
After a rest and free time of 1hr to walk around the place, we will prepare for the descent back to Soraypampa. We will stay on the campsite, have dinner and rest until the next morning.
DAY 02 - Salkantay Pass. Soraypampa - Salkantay - Huayracmachay - Chaullay
On the second day of our journey, we will wake up very early and after breakfast, we will start climbing the Salkantay pass, at 4750 masl. This will be the highest altitude on the route. From here, we can observe the beautiful valleys of the zone and the imposing snowy peaks. After that, we will arrive at the Huayracmachay village to have a well-gained lunch and recover our strength to continue hiking to the Chaullay campsite, to finally have dinner and spend the night.
DAY 03 - Descent to the Subtropical rainforest. Chaullay - Playa Sahuayaco Lucmabamba - Santa Teresa - Cocalmayo
After a heartwarming breakfast, we will start hiking through the Andes to the subtropical Cusco jungle and start enjoying a more temperate climate. During our walk, we will witness the beautiful landscapes, and tropical species, such as orchids, begonias, and birds. Continuing the journey, we will be arrive at the Sahuayaco village, where we will stop for lunch, rest for a while, and take private transport to the Santa Teresa town. We will spend the night here. Very near to this stop, the Cocalmayo Hot Springs are located and you can visit it if you want.
DAY 04 - An adventurous morning and hike to Aguas Calientes. Santa Teresa - Hidroeléctrica - Aguas Calientes
After waking up and having breakfast in the Cusco jungle, we will enjoy a zipline morning for about 2 hours. Therefore, in the company of our travel guide, we will enjoy the view of the many waterfalls. Furthermore, we will see the coca and coffee plantations on local farms.
It is time to board the train from Hidroeléctrica and we will finally reach Machu Picchu town, also known as Aguas Calientes. Then, we will continue our day exploring the magic of that little town on the Citadel’s foothills. We will spend the night in a comfortable hotel.
DAY 05 - Visit the Machu Picchu Citadel - Aguas Calientes - Machu Picchu - Cusco
The most expected moment of the journey has come. On this day, we will experience a magical moment: watch the sunrise at Machu Picchu. First, we will wake up at around four in the morning. Then, we will have a light breakfast in our accommodation and we will go to the Machu Picchu citadel.
From here, we have two options; to take the bus (keep in mind that there is only one bus line that operates this route so it is usually people waiting) and arrive at the entrance in 30 minutes.
The second option is to climb to Machu Picchu, but this is a steep hike and takes about 2 hours. Despite your choice, we will finally get to the entrance, and we will meet our guide again. Once entering the site, you will enjoy a memorable first sight of the sunrise.
Afterward, we will take a two-hour guided tour and have free time to explore the Wonder of the World before lunchtime. If you want to visit Huayna Picchu Mountain, you need to get your ticket and climb for 1 and a half hours. At the end of the tour, we will board the shared bus to Aguas Calientes. In the town, you will have free time to walk around, get some souvenirs, and relax. Finally, we will take our train to the Ollantaytambo village. Finally, one of our team members will be waiting for you to take you to Cusco.
INCLUDED
- Entrance ticket to the citadel of Machupicchu
- Train ticket (EXPEDITION | VOYAGER) from Aguas Calientes to Ollantaytambo.
- Entrance ticket to the citadel of Machupicchu
- Meals: 4 Breakfasts, 4 Lunches, 4 Dinners (Vegetarian, vegan, or special menus are available at no extra cost)
- Breakfast at the hostel, or a boxed breakfast
- Chef: Our Cook with extensive experience in food (we also have available a Vegetarian option)
- Professional Guide for the excursion (English | Spanish).
- Meeting with the guide one day before starting the tour
- Cargo Mules: On days 1 and 2, cargo mules carry the all camping equipment and your allowance of personal baggage (5 kgs ). On days 3 and 4, your luggage will be carried by car or train to your destination
- Tourist Transportation, Return from ollantaytambo to Cusco in Private for The Group and drop off at the hotel
- 03 nights accommodation in Camps (Soraypampa, Chaullay, Santa tereza)
- Camping equipment (Tents & Matras)
- One night accommodation in a hostel with private bathroom and hot shower
- Horseman for the route and support with camping equipment
- Oxygen bottles and first aid kit
NOT INCLUDED
- Entrance to the Humantay Lagoon (S.20.00)
- Entrance to the Hot Springs (Santa Tereza) S / .10.00
- Bus Up or Down to Machu Picchu
- Last lunch after the visit to Machu Picchu
- First breakfast in Mollepata
- Sleeping bag
RECOMMENDATIONS
- Acclimate to the altitude: Since your tour will reach more than 4000 masl, you must be in Cusco at least 1 day before doing the Salkantay Trek Tour. This is recommended to avoid altitude sickness or soroche.
- Train your physical condition: You need to acquire a good physical condition, so it is recommended to have previous hikes and to have a great attitude to reach high altitudes.
- Pack smartly: Don’t forget that most of the itinerary will be on the outdoors. For that reason, you should bring what you will need only, and be prepared for sunny days and expect occasional rain depending on the season of your travel. We recommend bringing layering clothes, trekking gear, toiletries, and personal items only.
- Respect for locals and the environment: This route is home to an incredible biodiversity. Moreover, you will enjoy animal and plant species during your journey. That is why you have to take with you a plastic bag to return your garbage. Also, the local communities are very open and welcoming. You can learn a lot from them along the trip.
FAQ's
How safe is it to make the Salkantay Trek Tour?
Traveling with haku is a guaranteed safe experience. Remember that our professional guide will give you unique and personalized attention throughout the tour, and we have all the safety precautions for any activity. Also, this is a known and well-signed route to get to Machu Picchu.
When is the best time to do the Salkantay Trek?
Take into consideration that Cusco has two main seasons throughout the year.
In the first place, the dry season is the one that goes from May to October. This is very popular for visitors because you will find sunny clear days, and a beautiful blue sky every day. Nevertheless, you will also encounter cold nights and a dry atmosphere, and tours, accommodation, and other touristic services are in high season.
On the other hand, the rainy season is between November and April. This season is marked by a warm temperature, but rainy days. You will sometimes see an overcast sky, and expect some rainfalls. However, this is the low season and the tourist sites are not crowded.
If you want to experience the best of Salkantay with the least inconvenience, we recommend the shoulder seasons. These are April and October. You will enjoy the nice weather and not so many visitors to the sites.
What is the availability of the tour?
Our Salkantay trek Tour is available any time of the year and you can book it easily and directly on our website.
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