Trekking
Salkantay Trek to Machu Picchu
Peru
6 days
Difficulty:Strenuous
Trip Type:Rustic
Group size:8
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The Salkantay trek is an amazing alternative to the Inca Trail trek. Experience this ultimate itinerary including Humantay Blue Lagoon and Camp Overlooking Machu Picchu!
In order to include Hamantay lagoon (Turquoise Lagoon) and Llacatapata (amazing camping spot with Machu Picchu in the distance) we need to leave the afternoon before the trek starts making this trek 5.5 days and 5 nights.
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Itinerary
Salkantay Trek to Machu Picchu
DAY 1
Transfer to the Glass Cabanas - No hiking
DAY 2
Day 1 of trek: Soraypampa Campsite - Hmantay Lagoon - Salkantay Pass - Wayracpunko (11 miles, 2,800 feet elevation gain, 2,800 feet elevation loss)
DAY 3
Day 2 or trek: Wayracmachay - Chaullay - Ccollpapampa Loreta (Hobbit House) (11 miles, Elevation loss 3,280 feet)
Transfers
Transportation between different destinations as part of the itinerary.
Accommodation
Lodging at various hotels, guesthouses, or other types of accommodation during the trip.
Admission fees
Entry fees for museums, parks, historical sites, and other attractions included in the trip.
Porter
Services of a porter to help carry luggage at various points during the trek, or on the mountain.
Guide fees
Fees for a Guide required for your adventure.
Day 1
Glass Cabana
Day 2 - 4
Camping
Day 5
Your last night will be in a hotel in the village instead of camping. Your 2-star hotel is included in the trek cost and based on a shared room. If you would like to upgrade your hotel or prefer a single room, there will be an additional cost.
Departure Dates
from $770 /person
Private groups
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Meet your host
Raul C
Raul Ccolque, has lived in the Andes all of his life. Since he was 18-years-old he has worked on the Inca Trail on every trek to Macchu Picchu, as both a porter and a tour guide. Born and raised in a small village called Seque Raccay, Ccolque attended a Quechuan speaking elementary and high school. He then went on to Cusco University to further his studies in tourism. Growing up in a small Quechuan village ignited his passion for hiking the surrounding mountains and exploring his heritage.
Adventure together
Invite your friends and family on your adventure:
$770
/ person