Salkantay Trek & Machu Picchu
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5.0
Based on 2 Reviews
- duration 5 days
- tour type Private
- minimum participants 2
- age requirement 5+ years old
- guiding method Live Guide/Instructor
- Maximum altitude 4480 meters
- Starts Cusco, Peru
- Ends Cusco, Peru
HIGHLIGHTS
- Trek to Abra Huayracmachay, located at an altitude of 4,600m
- Enjoy a sunrise view from Machu Picchu
- Cross the Salkantay Pass (4600m)
Join us on a Peruvian adventure along the less trodden trail. Go trekking to the Salkantay Pass, which is a less-crowded alternative to the Inca Trail and also the only trekking route that affords views of Machu Picchu. This trek involves crossing the Salkantay Pass (4600m) on the second day.
Make a steep ascent to Abra Huayracmachay (15,100 feet/4,600m), the highest point in the hike, where you will get the chance to enjoy magnificent views of the high glacier of Salkantay. Enjoy spectacular views of the surrounding mountains, including that of Salkantay Mountain itself, before you start descending through cloud forests rich in wildlife. Walk downhill following the trail along the Salkantay River.
Walk through a winding rainforest gorge around the base of Huayna Picchu and enjoy watching sunrise from Machu Picchu. The Salkantay Trek will take you from high passes between snow-capped mountains and glaciers to lowland jungles with hot springs and coffee plantations. So strap on your trekking boots, you've got an adventure coming your way!
Make a steep ascent to Abra Huayracmachay (15,100 feet/4,600m), the highest point in the hike, where you will get the chance to enjoy magnificent views of the high glacier of Salkantay. Enjoy spectacular views of the surrounding mountains, including that of Salkantay Mountain itself, before you start descending through cloud forests rich in wildlife. Walk downhill following the trail along the Salkantay River.
Walk through a winding rainforest gorge around the base of Huayna Picchu and enjoy watching sunrise from Machu Picchu. The Salkantay Trek will take you from high passes between snow-capped mountains and glaciers to lowland jungles with hot springs and coffee plantations. So strap on your trekking boots, you've got an adventure coming your way!
CUSTOMER REVIEWS
5 - Excellent
Based on 2 reviews
Perfect trip, Excellent guide!
5 -
Excellent
“This is certainly the trip of a lifetime, made even better by Victor! 10/10 would go again.”
Phenomenal Experience
5 -
Excellent
“We had an excellent experience on the Salkantay trek. I would highly recommend Aspiring - they go above and beyond. Thank you to Katy, Steve, Victor, Zacarias, and the whole team at Aspiring for an unforgettable trek. Highly recommend - 10/10. The views are among the best I've ever seen. The entire group had an excellent time.”
ITINERARY
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Day 1: Cusco – Soyrococha
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Day 2: Hike over to the Salkantay Pass
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Day 3: Salkantay River trail
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Day 4: Cocalmayo - Aguas Calientes
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Day 5: Explore Machu Picchu
WHAT'S INCLUDED
- Dedicated Aspiring Adventures trekking guides
- Entrance to Machu Picchu, including extra permit to climb Huayna Picchu (if permits are available at the time of booking)
- Accommodation – three nights in tents, one in hotel (based on twin-share accommodation)
- All ground transport (private vehicle and train) including pickup and drop off at your hotel in Cusco
- All meals as listed in the itinerary
- Drinking water while on the trail
- Single supplement
- Sleeping bag
- Sleeping mat
- Mule
- Tip for your guide(s), cook, and horsemen
- Sleeping bags and mats
- Optional: mule to carry your personal gear
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