Salkantay Trek & Machu Picchu

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Trekking
Hot springs
Natural landmarks sightseeing
Cultural, religious and historic sites

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duration 5 days
tour type Private
minimum participants 2
age requirement 5+ years old
max group size 12
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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!

CUSTOMER REVIEWS

5 - Excellent

Based on 2 reviews

Perfect trip, Excellent guide!

5 - Excellent

Tariq Esmail
From Canada
On Jul 10 2019

“This is certainly the trip of a lifetime, made even better by Victor! 10/10 would go again.”

Phenomenal Experience

5 - Excellent

Anonymous
From Canada
On Jul 07 2019

“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 Expand All

Day 1: Cusco – Soyrococha
Day 2: Hike over to the Salkantay Pass
Day 3: Salkantay River trail
Day 4: Cocalmayo - Aguas Calientes
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

OPTIONAL ADDONS (Available during check-out)

Single supplement
Sleeping bag
Sleeping mat
Mule

WHAT'S EXCLUDED

Tip for your guide(s), cook, and horsemen
Sleeping bags and mats
Optional: mule to carry your personal gear

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COVID-19 Safety Measures

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Hygiene protocols have been adopted on this trip. Wearing a mask, hand washing and general sanitizing has been implemented on this tour. Frequently touched surfaces are furthermore regularly disinfected.
Distancing measures have been implemented to safeguard against COVID-19.

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