The Salkantay Trek is an ancient trail which will allow you to greet the morning sunlight at the foothills of the Salkantay mountain (6.270 msl). At the highest point of the trail, the Salkantay pass (4.600 msl), you'll be rewarded with a stunning view: the great Apu Salkantay, the small pastures and some archeological Inca sites will take your breath away. From the pass we'll descend into cloud forests – the outskirts of the Peruvian jungle, take a refreshing bath in the hot springs of Cocalmayo until we finally reach the sanctuary of Macchu Picchu, from there we will take the train back to Cusco.
* National Geographic Adventure Travel Magazine named this amazing trek one of the best 25 treks of the world.
Additional services: During your visit of Machu Picchu you can hike up the famous Huayna Picchu for an extra 20 US $. The ascent to Huayna Picchu needs to be booked with the initial ticket, so please request this at the time of booking the Salkantay Trek. (If the hike Huayna Picchu is sold out for the corresponding date, you may alternatively climb up the Montaña across from Huayna Picchu).
Best time to travel: |
From April to December - 2023 |
Activities: |
Culture, History, Archeology, Nature & Trekking |
Places: |
Cusco, Salkantay pampa, Salkantay, Machu Picchu, Aguas Calientes |
Departures: |
Any Day upon request. Mim 2 passengers |
Starting Point: |
Cusco |
Ending Point: |
Cusco |
Pick-up: |
From your hotel in Cusco city |
Accommodation: |
Camping-comfort (2 nights) & Hostel (1 night) |
Transportation: |
Private bus, Train & Trekking |
Difficulty of trek: |
Easy / Medium |
Telephone: +51 84 271620
RPC: 984281090
Entel: 984608002
Mobil: +51 984608002 / +51 984281090