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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: 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: View full list.
The day before the start of the trek, we will inform you of the meeting place and time with the local guides who will give us instructions for the 4-day tour.
Keep in mind that this meeting is mandatory and exclusive to carry out the activity.
No services included in the city of Cusco.
We leave very early from Cusco passing through the communities of Izcuchaca and Limatambo on the way. After three hours of travel we arrived at Mollepata, next to Markocasa, here we began the long and slow walk to the area known as Silca, we had lunch and took a brief rest. Then, we continue walking through a beautiful green landscape to Soraypampa where we will spend the first night.
Maximum altitude: 3700 meters | Minimum Altitude: 3268 meters | Distance: 5 km | Time: 4 hours.
After a good breakfast we begin a day full of adventures. We will cross the plains of Salkantay to reach the highest point of the trip: The Salkantay and Umantay pass, at more than 4650 meters of altitude. From above we can appreciate the majesty of the area: the Salkanta mountain and its glaciers. After lunch, we continue towards Huayrac where we will have fantastic views until we reach the second camp in Challway.
Maximum altitude: 4650 meters | Minimum altitude: 3700 meters | Altitude 11 km | Time: 7 hours.
During the trek 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. It will take us 4 hours to get to La Playa for lunch.
We continue by private vehicle to the hydroelectric plant (we will ascend 913 meters in 1 hour).
After this transfer, the trekking to Aguas Calientes is along the train tracks. Almost the entire route has shade from jungle trees and flowers, the slope is very gradual. Upon arriving in Aguas Calientes we will stay in a hotel where we can recharge our batteries.
Overnight in Hotel | Group dinner at a local restaurant.
Very early after breakfast at the hostel we took the bus to the impressive citadel Inca of Machupicchu. We visited the squares, the sacred springs, the towers, the agricultural sectors and urban. After the visit you can buy your bus ticket to return to the hostel to pick up our belongings before taking the train back to Ollanta.
From Ollanta we will have transfer by private vehicle to return to Cusco.
End of Services.
Maximum altitude: 2437 meters | Minimum Altitude: 2070 meters | Distance: 1.50km | Time: 3 hours.
Consider this day, you will need to book a stay the night before in Cusco because we returned from Machu Picchu very late.
The Services end the day before, we do not provide services in the city of Cusco.
Included in the price
- Professional Guide (EPGAMT), Bilingual Local Guides / Assistant as appropriate
- Entrance ticket to Machu Picchu (tour #2, Ciudadela).
- Transport from Cusco to Mollepata and from Ollanta to Cusco.
- Backpacker Train Ticket from Aguas Calientes to Ollataytambo.
- Bilingual Local Guides / Assistant as appropriate.
- Meals From Lunch on Day 2 to Lunch on Day 5. Lunch during the trek consists of a box lunch that may contain sandwiches, juice, etc.
- Accommodation: two nights at Sky Lodge, one night at a basic inn in Aguas Calientes, rooms shared with the group.
- Cargo transportation on mules or horses: Maximum 7kg per person.
- Complete camping gear, dining tent, tents and mattresses (use of support staff).
- Horses to transport camping gear and food.
- Cook in camps.
- First Aid Kit
- VHF Communication.
- Satelital Communication.
- Personalized pre-trip assistance.
- Small Groups (8 passengers)
Not included in the price
- Transport to the meeting point.
- Travel Assistance Insurance.
- Food and Accommodation in Cusco.
- Dinners in Machu Picchu.
- Bus ticket down from Machu Picchu to Aguas Calientes.
- Tips for cook, guides, muleteer, assistant, etc.
- Individual clothing / equipment.
- Snacks / meals outside the mountain itinerary.
- Drinks.
- Other extras not specified in the program.
- Expenses caused by abandonment of activity.
- Rescue and evacuation expenses.
Optional Services
- Pack of photographs of the activity in digital format
