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This trekking will take you through magnificent landscapes, natural waterfalls, lagoons with crystal clear waters, wildlife, and abundant vegetation in the tropical part of this tour. This trail is an ancient Inca path that connects with the magical citadel of Machu Picchu where we will explore the sacred places.
Located less than fifty kilometers northwest of the city of Cusco in south-central Peru by the Vilcabamba mountain range, Mount Salkantay (6271 meters) has an important glacier adored by thousands of years by the natives. The name Salkantay comes from the Quechua which means "Wild Mountain". The Salkantay trail is an alternative to the traditional Inca Trail. It is an experience for those seeking more privacy and authenticity.
With spectacular views, the Trek from Salkantay to Machu Picchu offers the solitude and silent contemplation that a sacred path deserves.
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This trekking is ideal for people in good physical condition who wish to live a unique experience of accessing Machu Picchu along an ancestral trail with good services without technical difficulty.
Date: May 01 to 06 | September 02 al 07. | Other dates can be opened for 8 PAX min..
Meeting place: Cusco, Peru (2pm). The exact location will be announced closer to the date.
Difficulty: Moderate / High.
Max Distance / Height: 40kms / 4650mts.
Requirements: Medically qualified with stress ergometry | Good physical condition.
Includes: Professional Mountain Guide (EPGAMT), Accommodation (skylodge, hosteria), Meals, Insurance, First aid kit - VHF (emergencies), Personalized adviceprior the trip.
Personal gear: 50/60lt backpack, trekking poles, headlamp, mountain boots, etc. The complete list is provided when booking.
Min group: 8 people.
Min Group / Ratio: 8 people / 1 Guide| 8 PAX.
Includes:
- Professional Guide (EPGAMT), Bilingual Local Guides / Assistant as appropriate
- Entrance ticket to Machu Picchu (tour #2, Ciudadela)
- Transportation from Cusco to Mollepata and from Ollanta to Cusco
- Backpacker Train Ticket from Aguas Calientes to Ollataytambo
- Meals (From Lunch on Day 2 to Lunch on Day 5) - Lunches during the trek consist of a box lunch that may contain sandwiches, juice, etc.
- Accommodation: two nights in Sky Lodge, one night in a basic inn in Aguas Calientes, rooms shared with the group
Cargo transportation by mules or horses: Maximum 7kg per person
- Complete camping equipment, dining tent, tents and mattresses (use of support staff)
- Horses to transport camping equipment and food
- Cook in camps
First Aid Kit, Medical Oxygen and VHF Communication
- Personalized pre-trip assistance
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Groups of 8 passengers
Not included: - Traveler Assistance Insurance (mandatory)
- Food and Accommodation in Cusco , Dinners in Aguas Calientes
- Bus ticket down from Machu Picchu to Aguas Calientes
- Tips for cook, guides, muleteer, assistant, etc.
- Clothing / Individual equipment
- Walking meals / meals outside the mountain itinerary, Drinks
- Other extras not specified in the program, Expenses caused by abandoning the activity, Rescue and evacuation expenses.
u$d 1.200
price per person
(Base of 6 PAX)
Group discounts:
4 PAX: 10%
8 PAX: 15%
Cusco is the meeting point, where we will meet on the first day for a technical talk with the guides. The next day we will move to Mollepata from where we will begin the trekking that will take us the next three days.
On the third day we will reach the highest point: The Salkantay and Umantay Pass, at more than 4650 meters of altitude. From there we can appreciate the majesty of the area: the Salkanta mountain and its glaciers.
The fourth day, from the town of Challway to lunch in La Playa is when we will notice the change from mountains to jungle.
The streams that run between the subalpine plains give way to waterfalls and rushing streams, we will cross the river several times using fortune bridges. From there a private vehicle will take us to the hydroelectric plant. From there we will continue to Aguas Calientes along the train tracks.
On the last day, we took the bus to the impressive Inca citadel of Machupicchu. We visited the squares, the sacred springs, the towers, the agricultural sectors and
urban. After the visit we will return to Aguas Calientes to take the train to Ollanta and from there a transfer by private vehicle to return to Cusco.
