This is one of the highlights of major tourism travel in South America. Walking through the stunning mountain range south of Peru to Machu Picchu is a unique adventure. We propose taking a less traveled and more rugged route, featuring the highest pass. This trek through the Salkantay Nevado is a journey that leaves an impact.
Day 1 (Saturday): Check-in at the hostel. Free afternoon to start acclimatizing and exploring the historical district.
Day 2 (Sunday): Free day in Cusco and surroundings. Several options are available according to your preferences. Continue to adjust to the altitude.
Day 3 (Monday): Early departure for the first day of the trekking expedition. Transfer from Cusco to the town of Mollepata. We will load the equipment onto horses and begin the hike to Cruz Pata, where we will arrive around noon for lunch. Later, continue walking towards Soraypampa, located at 3850 meters. First camp.
Day 4 (Tuesday): (Soraypampa - Salkantay - Huayrac Pampa - Chaullay). We begin the most challenging part of the trek, visiting the area known as Pampa Salkantay. We then take the left side of the Umantay snow-capped peak, which is adjacent to Salkantay. Around noon, we will reach the highest point, Salkantay Umantay Pass at 4500 meters. Observe the Salkantay glacier, and after an hour of rest, have lunch at Huayrac Pampa. Later, continue the descent for four hours to Chaullay, located at 2900 meters, where we will set up camp for the second night.
Day 5 (Wednesday): (Chaullay - La Playa - Santa Teresa). After breakfast, we start a five-hour walk. Along the way, we will pass through the village of Collpabamba in the rainforest, where we can see waterfalls and a variety of plants and flowers before reaching La Playa. From there, a transfer will take us to Santa Teresa (1650 meters), where we’ll have lunch and camp.
Optional: Spend the rest of the day until dinner at the Hot Springs.
Day 6 (Thursday): (Santa Teresa - Hydroelectric Power Station - Aguas Calientes). Around 8:00 AM, we will begin a one-hour hike to the "Oroya" (a hanging wire system across the river). On the way, we will see Machu Picchu in the distance for the first time. After crossing the river, walk for another hour to reach the Hydroelectric Power Station, where we will rest and have lunch. In the afternoon, take the 15:10 train to Aguas Calientes, arriving at 16:00. Overnight at the hostel.
Day 7 (Friday): (Aguas Calientes - Machu Picchu - Cusco). In the morning, we will have a guided tour of the Machu Picchu citadel (approximately 2 hours and 30 minutes), visiting the Main Plaza, the Circular Tower, the Solar Clock, the royal apartments, the Temple, and the cemeteries. Free time to explore the citadel or visit Huayna Picchu. Lunch. In the afternoon, take the 15:30 or 16:00 train back to Cusco or a mini-bus. Upon arrival, transfer to the hostel.
Day 8 (Saturday): Free time in Cusco and end of the program. Options: return flight; additional days in Cusco with excursions; or continue the program in the Cordillera Blanca (Santa Cruz-Llanganuco trek, Huaraz area, central Peru).
Is it possible to use the luggage storage at the hostel in Cusco to leave items that will not be used during the trek?
Optional Services:
A different road passing at 4600 m.a.s.l.
5 day-adventure through the Inca trails
A different trail to the Inca ruins.
The dream of walking the Inca trails.
An unforgettable 5-day adventure by the old Inca trails
Generally, we hike about 3-4 hours in the morning; then we have a long lunch break and hike for another few hours in the afternoon until we reach the campsite.
No, what is included is the entry and guided tour of the Machu Picchu citadel; Huayna Picchu must be arranged separately. You can consult us as sometimes there are promotions to include it in our group. It has an additional cost of approximately 60 USD.
Northern Argentina, Peru, and Bolivia are characterized by significant temperature fluctuations (hot during the day and cool at night). Additionally, there is what is known as the "Bolivian Winter." This means that in our summer (December to March), it is the rainy season there. In our winter, it does not rain, but the temperature range becomes more noticeable, and the cold at night and early mornings can be quite pronounced, especially in high-altitude camps (above 2500 meters), as is the case in two of the camps on this trek. It is important to protect yourself from the sun with a hat, neck scarf, sunscreen, and mountain sunglasses. For the night, a good sleeping bag and warm clothing are essential as temperatures can drop below 0°C.
Sleeping bags should be rated for a comfort temperature of 0°C to ensure a good rest. Goose down bags are the best, but modern synthetic materials also offer excellent performance. They can be rented if needed.
You should travel to Cusco. It is advisable to book a flight with a direct connection from Lima to Cusco.
In general, the groups are very diverse (people from all walks of life). There are varied ages and genders, including solo travelers, friends, couples, families, etc.
Overnight stays are in mountain camps in igloo-style tents, comfortable for 2/3 or 4 people. There are also stays in hostels, such as in Cusco and Aguas Calientes.
Yes, this is one of the added values we provide on our trips abroad; a guide from our company travels with the entire group to facilitate connections and handle any issues, assistance, evacuations, etc.
It is not essential to be a highly trained athlete who works out four times a week. However, the better physical condition you are in, the more enjoyable the trek will be. The idea is for you to enjoy the adventure and not suffer through it. If you don’t normally train, we recommend running, biking, or other aerobic activities. You should start by walking with a loaded backpack (at least 8 kilograms) and covering several kilometers each week, including climbing stairs or inclines in 20-minute intervals. Request an appropriate training plan from us.
Rest stops are made regularly and based on intensity. There are breaks for lunch, snacks, and rest.
From 12 years old.
Between 8 and 12 kilos. Note that we provide porters to carry part of each participant’s equipment (up to 7 kg per person).
Yes, you should. For the trek, you need to bring what is listed in the REQUIRED GEAR section in a bag or backpack (which will be carried by the porters). A 30-liter backpack is used during the trek. The rest of your luggage can be left at the hostel in Cusco and will be retrieved upon your return.
On all our expeditions, we provide full board. For this trip, the service is contracted, and we adapt to regional meals that generally do not differ much from our usual mountain meals.
20% Up to 5 Kilos: Short excursion walks / Trekking Talampaya
40% Up to 8/10 Kilos: Round-trip trekking / Vallecitos 3 and 4-day programs
60% Up to 12/15 kilos: Crossing trekking with porting / Crossing of the Andes Paso Portillo
80% More than 15/18 kilos: Cross-country trekkings with little or no portage / Trekkings in Patagonia (Paso Vuriloche, PN Lanin or Nahuel Huapi, etc)
100% More than 25 Kilos: With a lot of equipment on top and little or no porting / Continental Ice
20% half a day or less with little unevenness.
40% more sustained slopes and longer days in the activity. 2-3 days / more than 6 hours per day.
60% Long ascents and descents with a longer duration. Ascents to more than 4000 meters in the central mountain range / intense 4-day trekking (Uruguayan plane)
80% Important work of legs in resistance. Very long days. Very long day ascents (Lanin - Domuyo) or more than 5000 meters. Ice courses.
100% Maximum demand. Aerobic work and constant effort on legs. Continental Ice, Aconcagua, mountains of more than 6000 meters.
20% flat land
40% trails with moderate ups and downs. General crossing trekkings . Sierra de la Ventana, Córdoba, Patagonia, Cuyo, north, others. Classic ascents
60% Steeper slopes and trails. Possible use of crampons. Domuyo, Cordón del Plata, Cordillera Central.
80% Mixed terrain, with snow or ice. Alvear, Lanin, Tronador. Bolivia, Peru.
100% Highly technical terrain. Glacial transit and climbing in sections. Hill climbing with sections on slopes of more than 60 ° inclination
20% We will not be much affected.
40% This is a normal level of attention.
60% We require more motivation, enthusiasm and concentration.
80% The activity will require us to be very connected and convinced.
100% Maximum control and emotional-psychological performance.
0% + sea level.
20% Up to 2000 masl.
40% + 2000 masl.
60% + 4000 masl.
80% + 5000 masl.
100% + 6000 masl.
(If you do not have this equipment, the guides reserve the right to deny participation in the trek.)
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