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Salkantay trek to Machu Picchu

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5 daysDuration
Small Group TourUsually 8-12 participants
15 peopleMaximum group size
5 - 79 yearsAge range for participants
EnglishGuide language
4615mHighest point reached
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Highlights

One of "the best 25 new treks in the world" by National Geographic

Salkantay is a majestic peak of over 6300 meters (20,000 feet!)

The trek combines hiking in the Andes with the cloud forest

Great views of Salkantay and other snow-capped mountains of the Vilcabamba Range

What's Included

Hotel pickup
Transfer to trek starting point
1 night hostel accommodation in Aguas Calientes on the last night
Group porters (to carry tents and food) and cook
Group horses (to carry 5 kg of personal gear)
Waterproof tents
Equipment - safety gear for zip lines provided when booking optional excursion.
English speaking guide
Meals (4 breakfasts, 4 lunches, 4 dinners)
Guided Machu Picchu tour
Machu Picchu general admission
Return expedition train and bus transport to Cusco
First aid & oxygen

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