4-Day Salkantay Trek, Hike to Machu Picchu on 2023

Cusco | Mollepata | Humantay lake | Quiswarniyoc | Salkantay mount | Santa Teresa | Aguas Calientes | Machu Picchu

Overview

The Salkantay trek 4 days is perfect for those who love to see a wider variety of landscapes from rainforest to snowcapped peaks. You will pass by snowy mountains, see a sacred Inca mountain, a sub-tropical jungle below Machu Picchu, and of course, we will visit pristine, bright-blue Humantay Lake. Since the Salkantay route has fewer restrictions rather than the classic Inca Trail, it can provide a “back door” trek to Machu Picchu.

Salkantay Mountain is considered in Andean culture to be a so-called Apu. This is a Quechua word that means spiritual protector, and Salkantay is one of the most important Apus.

This Tour Salkantay trek for 4 days and 3 nights, you will have a mystical experience different from the rest of the companies. you will be able to know more deeply about this very enigmatic culture.

SALKANTAY TREK 4 DAYS ITINERARY

  1. DAY 1: Cusco – Mollepata – Humantay Lake – Salkantaypampa.
  2. DAY 2: Soraypampa – Salkantay Pass – Huayramachay – Ccollpampa.
  3. DAY 3: Collpapampa – Lucmabamba – Aguas Calientes.
  4. DAY 4: Aguas Calientes – Machu Picchu – Ollantaytambo – Cusco.

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Price From
$ 550 per Person
Group SizeUp to 12
Activity LevelChallenging
Trip StylesHiking
Lodging TypeCamps, Hotel

Trip Itinerary

DAY 1: 1st day of Salkantay trek 4 days: Cusco – Mollepata – Humantay Lake – Soraypamapa

We will pick you up at your hotel around 05:00 am. We proceed to drive nearly 4 hours to Anta – Mollepata. During the bus ride, you can observe the white snowcapped mountains of Salkantay and Veronica: the Holy Gods of the Incas.   Also, you will glimpse the spectacular views of the upper part and lower valleys with colorful landscapes.

After 4 hours of driving, we will make the stop in Soraypampa town, where there are toilet facilities and an optional short breakfast. There we will meet with our support staff, organize all the equipment, horses and mules and we will have an introductory meeting. At approximately 9:30 a.m. we will start our trek to Humantay lake (4200 m.a.s.l).

Once we reach the lake, we can observe the Humantay glacier, Humantay Lake. We will spend about an hour there and come back to Soraypampa where we will have our lunch prepared by our cook. After our meal, we will keep hiking to Salkantaypampa where we will spend the night. Salkantaypampa is located in the middle of the glacier valleys where at night, it is so dark with no ambient light making it a perfect spot to appreciate the constellations in the sky.

  • Meals: Lunch, Dinner
  • Accommodation: Camping
  • Maximum Altitude: 4100 masl/13.4312feet
  • Minimum Altitude: 2850 masl/9.3504feet
  • Distance Travelled: 10 km/6.200mile

DAY 2: 2nd day of Salkantay trek 4 days: Soraypampa – Salkantay Pass – Huayramachay – Ccollpampa

First Day to Spiritual Journey: Salkantay Trek – 4 Days to Machu Picchu

Early wakeup call at 5:00 am with coca tea brought to your tent. Afterward, we pack up quickly, enjoy our breakfast, and immediately begin hiking up to the highest point of the Salkantay trail (4620 masl – 15,255 ft).  The distance is 5 km we should complete in 4 hours. During the ascent through the rocky valley, we can observe the magnificent Salkantay peak and may even see chinchillas on the trail (6217 masl – 20,341 ft). Once we reach the top of the trail, we will enjoy spectacular views of the mountains and the imposing snowy peaks of the Salkantay, Humantay, and Pumasillo.

Salkantay is considered the second-highest mountain in the Cusco region and one of the main Inca Gods known as “Apu Salkantay”. Hiking to the top is the most difficult part of the entire trek.  You will feel so accomplished!  The next  3 hours is spent heading downhill on the serpent trail along gravel and rocky path to reach Huayracmachay, our lunch spot. In the afternoon we will arrive at the upper part of the rain forest, also called a “cloud forest”.  We will cover 9 km in 3 hours until to get Challway Village (2900 masl – 9,514 ft) our base campsite. During the second half of the day during the descent, we will observe the thick forest which is decorated with colorful orchids and native plants. The majority of the year the weather is warm and pleasant.

  • Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
  • Accommodation: Camping
  • Maximum Altitude: 4650 masl/15.2559feet
  • Minimum Altitude: 2900 masl/9.5144feet
  • Distance Travelled: 21km/13.0488mile to Chaullay

DAY 3: 3rd day of Salkantay trek 4 days: Collpapampa – Lucmabamba – Aguas Calientes

Around 5:30 am wake up call with coca tea!  Next, we have breakfast and afterward start hiking straight to la Playa; walking through the thick jungle and following the riverbank of the Salkantay River on a gradual trail. On the route, we stop at several family hamlets to enjoy the local fruit and vegetables (passion fruit, banana, coffee, avocado, mango, orange, and papaya).  If we are lucky, we will be able to observe the famous bird called “the Cock of the Rocks”.

The trail distance is 16 km and the hiking time is 7 hours until we reach Lucmabamba, our base camp. Lucmabamba is a small town surrounded by coffee trees and can provide the basic facilities (toilet, electricity, shopping, and souvenirs) and serves as our lunch point. After having lunch we take a local bus for an hour to Hydroelectric from there, we will keep walking along the train tracks until we reach Aguas Calientes.  Once in town, we check into our hotel, go out to dinner then overnight.

  • Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
  • Accommodation: Camping
  • Maximum Altitude: 2900 masl/9.5144feet
  • Minimum Altitude: 2100 masl/6.8898feet
  • Distance Travelled: Approx 27km/16.9419mile

DAY 4: 4th day of Salkantay trek 4 days: Aguas Calientes – Machu Picchu – Ollantaytambo – Cusco

Day four is the most magical day: Machu Picchu. We will wake up at 3:30, extremely early, to take the first bus up to Machu Picchu and see the sunrise over the ruins.

Your guide will spend around 2 hours explaining the highlights of Machu Picchu.   Afterward, you will have time to explore by yourself the ruins and hike Huayna Picchu if you have booked this option. (This is a separate entrance ticket that costs $65 per person). Finally, you will return to Aguas Calientes and take a train back to Ollantaytambo, and then bus back to Cusco.   Once in Cusco, we will transfer you back to your hotel.

  • Meals: Breakfast,
  • Tour: Visit Machu Picchu

Tour Inclusions

4 day Salkantay Trek to Machu Picchu All Included

What Is Included For The Salkantay Trek to Machu Picchu?

  • English speaking guide, plus an assistant guide for big groups.
  • Professional cook and an assistant cook for a big group and a horseman for the mules and horses.
  • Mules carry group gear and large duffels provided by the company, for personal belongings.
  • All food on the trek incorporates traditional Peruvian cuisine as well as modern fusion cuisine and specific dietary needs.
  • Boiled water and snacks.
  • Large Dining tent, table, stools, all cutlery, and kitchen tent.
  • Tents to overnight, and Thermarest. Two-person tents are provided for single people and three-person tents for double people to provide plenty of space for personal gear.
  • Additional horses for riding can be provided for an additional cost.
  • First aid kit, including oxygen.
  • A pre-trek briefing.
  • Entrance fees to Salkantay Mountain, including Machu Picchu.
  • Hotel in Aguas Calientes.
  • Train ticket. (Expedition Train Service 14:55).
  • Private van from your hotel in Cusco to Challacancha (the starting point of hiking).
  • Private van from Ollantaytambo to Cusco.

 What Is Not Included For The Salkantay Trek to Machu Picchu?

  • Dinner on the 4th day in Aguas Calientes.
  • Personal trekking gear including, backpacks, trekking poles, and sleeping bags. However, they may be rented from the company.
  • Gratuity for guides, cooks, and horsemen.
  • Entrance to hot springs in Cocalmayo (Santa Teresa) or other entertainments in Aguas Calientes.
  • Personal riding horse. Additional horses may be rented according to the needs of the individual and group.
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WHAT YOU HAVE TO TAKE WITH YOU FOR SALKANTAY 4 DAY TREK

  • Original Passport (it has to be the same you have used for booking your trek)
  • Valid university card (if you booked as a student)
  • Good daypack (the smaller, the better)
  • Water storage:  2-3L (you must have reusable, not disposable water bottles)
  • Comfortable hiking boots with ankle support
  • Sleeping bag (can be rented from SAM Travel)
  • Headlamp: essential
  • Toilet paper

WHAT TO PUT IN YOUR DUFFEL BAG FOR SALKANTAY 4 DAY TREK

As a Direct Local Tour operator, we provide you with a duffel bag at your briefing and INCLUDE an extra pack horse which will carry up to 7 kgs or 14lbs including your 3kg sleeping bag, mattress and extra clothing. By Peruvian law, a duffel bag must not weigh more than 7 kilograms (15lbs). This limit is set to protect the health of the porters or horses. All bags will be weighed before being accepted. If you require more than 7 kilograms, it will then be your responsibility to carry the extra weight with your day pack. In this 7 kilos, please count 2 kilos for your sleeping bag and 1 kilo for your sleeping pad. This leaves you about 4 kilos for your personal gear.

  • 2 t-shirts
  • 2 hiking pants at least
  • 4 sets of undergarments
  • 3 sets of hiking socks
  • Bathing suit for the thermal waters (optional)
  • 2 Fleece/ thermals
  • Warm clothes, down jacket — 2nd campsite temp around 3º C
  • Waterproof gloves (even if they are ski gloves, bring them)
  • Comfortable shoes for camp
  • Quickdry towel. We provide small ones, you might prefer to bring something larger.
  • Small bottle of soap: we provide warm water each day to wash
  • Battery Charger: No electricity along the trek
  • Large plastic bags will be provided at the office to line your duffel
  • Sleeping bag: It has to be at least -15ºC – This can be rented from us

TOILETRIES

  • Face moisturizer
  • Hand sanitizer
  • Wet wipes
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste
  • Personal medications
  • First aid kit: band aids, moleskin, etc

WHAT TO PUT IN YOUR BACKPACK FOR SALKANTAY 4 DAY TREK

We highly recommend a small backpack 30 to 40L for hiking in the day. A big backpack will not be allowed into Machu Picchu. The remainder of your belongings will be in your duffel bag at camp.

  • Water: Please supply your own water until the first lunch spot, then we will provide you with cold boiled water at every meal time. Please bring your reusable bottles
  • Sun hat
  • Sunscreen
  • Headlamp: essential
  • Wool hat
  • Rain gear
  • Fleece
  • Snacks like chocolate bars, cereal bars or any dry fruits
  • Rain plastic poncho
  • Gloves
  • Camera
  • Hand sanitizer
  • Toilet paper and small plastic bag for waste
  • Extra money for souvenirs, drinks & tips

Note: Inca-Trail.NET provides a duffle bag for up to 7 kilos of your personal belongings, which will be carried by horses during the trek. Carry your small backpack with daily essentials, while the rest of your belongings go in the duffle bag. Access the duffle bags at each campsite.

PRICING FOR THE 4 DAY SALKANTAY TREK 

GROUP SERVICE (SEASON 2023)

The pricing for the 4-Day Salkantay Trek depends on your preferred mode of return to Cusco after visiting Machu Picchu. We offer two options: return by car or return by train.

Salkantay Trek 4 Days – Return by Car:

  • Student: $— USD, Ask your sales agent for price
  • Adult: $— USD, Ask your sales agent for price

Salkantay Trek 4 Days – Return by Train:

  • Student: $530 USD
  • Adult: $550 USD

ADDITIONAL OPTIONS FOR YOUR 4-DAY SALKANTAY TREK

STUDENT PRICE:

HOW TO APPLY FOR THE STUDENT PRICE:

The student price is available for all students around the world, provided that they meet the requirements set by the Peruvian government. This discount is applicable when purchasing Machu Picchu tickets from the Peruvian government.

TO QUALIFY FOR THE STUDENT PRICE, YOU MUST MEET THE FOLLOWING REQUIREMENTS:

Your student ID must be an original ID issued by your university, made of PVC material.

The student ID must have the following information printed on it.
  • University information.
  • Student name.
  • Student picture.
  1. The student ID must have a valid expiration date printed on it, which is only valid for one year. For instance, if you visit Machu Picchu in 2023, the expiration date on your ID must be 2023 or 2024. If you visit Machu Picchu in 2023, the maximum expiration date allowed is 2024.
  2. The student discount is available only for students who are not more than 25 years old.
  3. The International Student Identification Card (ISIC) is not valid for the discount, even if it meets the requirements mentioned above.
  4. The only valid document for the student price is the original student ID that meets the requirements set by the Peruvian government. No other documents such as certifications or virtual cards are accepted as proof of student status.
  5. To apply for the student price, send us a photo of both sides of your student ID to [email protected] when you book the tour. If you send it later, you will not be eligible for the student discount.

DISCOUNTS

  • 18 to 25 years old: $30 USD Information required on student card: name of university, student name, photo of student, expiration date etc. A copy of the card is required at booking for government approval for discount.
  • Under 18 years old: $30 USD Please send us a copy of your passport at the time of booking.
  • Under 11 years old: $40 USD  Please send us a copy of your passport at the time of booking.

WHY CHOOSE SAM TRAVEL PERU?

Inca Trail Company is a family owned travel agency and a local tour operator based in Cusco with personal experience over many years of trekking. Inca Trail Agency is a 100% Cusqueñian Company without any shareholders.

Our dream as a locally based company is to create small personalized tours & treks strictly and only operated by local professional staff catering in PERSONALIZED and HIGH QUALITY SERVICE.  

We take pride in our reputation as a RESPONSIBLE & SUSTAINABLE tour operator. Our staff are our extended family! We ensure they are supported financially by offering them a fair salary. We are so proud of our team! Without them, we wouldn’t be able to offer the best service and lifetime experiences to our clients.

Inca Trail Company knows how important it is to trust in a reliable honest operator to create your adventure of a lifetime while in Peru. Check out our reviews and certificates of excellence on, TRIPADVISOR for yourself!

IMPORTANT INFORMATION FOR SALKANTAY TREK 4 DAYS

Please read carefully the following information. It will help with your questions about our services and the Salkantay 4 day Trek to Machu Picchu.

ARRIVAL IN CUSCO

You will be greeted at the Cusco airport and taken to your hotel. Please ensure that you inform us of your full flight details at least 14 days prior to trek’s start. Look for our representative holding an INCA TRAIL AGENCY board outside the arrival terminal.

THE BRIEFING

The briefing will take place the night before the trek at 6pm in our office, which is located at Calle Garcilaso 210, office 213 (second floor) in the La CASA DEL ABUELO shopping center.

CAN I STORE MY LUGGAGE AT YOUR OFFICE?

During the Salkantay 4 day Trek  to Machu Picchu, your main luggage can be stored at our office or at your hotel, whichever is more convenient for you.

HOW TO BOOK THE SALKANTAY TREK 4 DAYS

FIRST, to book your Salkantay 4 day Trek to Machu Picchu, we need you to fill out our booking form by clicking on BOOK NOW on our homepage or click here the link BOOK NOW. Please be ready with the following information (FROM EACH PARTICIPANT in your group).  We cannot purchase a Salkantay Trek Machu Picchu permits and entrance tickets without the following information:

Personal information (your full name, exactly as on your passport):

  • Gender
  • Passport number
  • D.O.B. (dd / mm / yyyy)
  • Nationality

SECOND, we require a deposit of $211.00 USD per person in order to purchase a permit for the Salkantay Trek Machu Picchu.  You can make you deposit by clicking on the VISA or PAYPAL symbols on the top of our home page, or you can click on the VISA or PAYPAL symbols on our booking page.

WHAT ABOUT THE BALANCE?

If you would like to avoid the high credit card fees in Peru, you may pay in cash at our office (US dollars or Peruvian soles) here in Cusco. There are many ATMS within the historical center to withdraw money.  You can also pay by VISA or PAYPAL online but you will have to pay a 5.5% service fee, charged by VISA and PAYPAL.  To pay your balance through PAYPAL, you need to log into your PAYPAL account and use our email address [email protected].

HOW DO I QUALIFY FOR THE STUDENT DISCOUNT?

According to Peruvian Law, you must be under 18 years of age at the time of your trek or tour to Machu Picchu (students 18 & above need student cards). For example: if you book a trek at the age of 17 but you turn 18 before you do your trek, you must have a valid university ID card to qualify for the student discount.

  • University students must provide a copy of their ID card showing a photo, University name and card expiration date. Cards must be valid for the current academic year only.
  • All students from 11 to 17 years, the discount is $30 USD.
  • For children from the age of 2 to 11 the discount is $40 USD.
  • Children from the age of 0 to 2 are free.

All students must provide a copy of their passport at the time of their booking to get the student discount. Send us a copy at [email protected]

MAY I CHANGE THE DEPARTURE DATE AFTER THE TICKETS HAVE BEEN BOUGHT?

Yes, but with some restrictions. Once the tickets for Machu Picchu have been bought the government does not allow any changes, so we can’t change any departure dates. Tickets are not transferable nor refundable. Please contact the office as soon as possible if you need to change your date. If you cancel your Salkantay Trek Machu Picchu, the deposit is not refundable at all!

DO I NEED MY ORIGINAL PASSPORT ON THE SALKANTAY 4 DAY TREK?

Yes! You have to bring your original passport and it is very important that it is the same passport number you sent to us to book your Salkantay 4 day Trek to Machu Picchu, other entrances and reservations. In case you are renewing your passport or changing your name, go ahead and send us your old passport information to secure your permit, and we can change it when you get your new passport number or updated your name for a fee of $25 USD per person.

We must have a copy of your old and new passports to make the change. Before you change your passport, keep a copy of your old one. If you do not wish to pay this fee you will need to bring both passports to Peru with you.  You can enter Peru with your new passport but you will need to show both passports, old and new to enter the trail, Machu Picchu or the train.  If you do not have both passports, you will not be allowed to enter Machu Picchu or get on the train.

WHAT IS THE WEATHER LIKE ON THE SALKANTAY 4 DAY TREK?

The weather is very unpredictable and it’s difficult to foresee. We recommend that you plan to always dress in layers to facilitate adjusting to the quickly changing weather conditions.

WHAT ABOUT ALTITUDE SICKNESS ON SALKANTAY TREK 4 DAYS?

In general, if you exercise regularly and spend a couple of days in Cusco or the Sacred Valley, you will be able to acclimate normally. It usually take between 24 hours to 2 days.

The recommended remedies for altitude sickness is WATER, COCA TEA and OXYGEN IF NEEDED; our guides are trained to treat you for Altitude Sickness. For more detailed information on Altitude Sickness click this link: Altitude Sickness.

HOW MANY PEOPLE ARE THERE PER GROUP?

The maximum group size is 8 persons. Usually our groups are between 2-6 persons. Inca Trail Company specializes in SMALL, PRIVATE groups and provides a personalized service.

HOW MANY COOKS/PACK HORSES FOR THE GROUP?

You will have 1 cook per group. The number of pack horses depends of the size of the group. For a group of 2 trekkers, they will have 4 horses, 4 trekkers will have 6 horses, 6 trekkers will have 9 horses, 8 trekkers will have 12 horses.

HIKING SALKANTAY TREK 4 DAYS

The evening before you start your Salkantay trek 4 days to Machu Picchu, you will be given a SMALL DUFFEL BAG to pack your clothes for the next four days. Your weight allowance is up to 7kg/14p. Your team of pack horses will carry your duffel bag for you, together with the food and camping gear. It’s important to be aware that you will not have access to your items in the duffel bag until the end of each day, as the pack horses will always be ahead of the group. During the Salkantay trek to Machu Picchu, you need a day backpack big enough to carry your personal belongings such as a warm jacket, a rain jacket, your camera, sunscreen, snacks, water, etc. A 30 to 40L backpack is sufficient.

IS THE TREK DIFFICULT, DO I NEED TO BE FIT?

The Salkantay 4 day Trek is a fairly difficult trek and you should be well prepared and healthy prior to starting it. You have to be moderately fit and take regular exercise. In preparation: try walking 15kms/9 miles in a day or working out in the months leading up to the trek. It is also important to be well acclimatized to the altitude. Try to spend at least 2 or 3 days in Cusco or the Sacred Valley (3350m/11,047ft) prior to starting the trek.

ARE THERE TOILETS ON THE SALKANTAY 4 DAY TREK?

This has been highly appreciated by most of our clients, especially by our trekkers, who want a private, clean and sanitary toilet! Inca Trail Company toilet facilities have an individual tent and a camping toilet with a seat.  Check out the picture, which illustrates how we set up our camping toilet on the trek by using this link: picture of toilet tent. Our toilet is always set up a comfortable distance from our campsite. At night, if you need to use the toilet, it is readily accessible and clean, unlike the facilities supplied by the government which may be dirty.

WHAT HAPPENS IF I AM UNABLE TO FINISH THE SALKANTAY TREK?

In the unlikely scenario that you are unable to finish the trek due to a health issue, Inca Trail Company will assist you to the nearest town for help with transportation. We always carry oxygen on the trek for any respiratory problems. In extreme cases, a helicopter pick up can be arranged at your own expense. (Travel insurance required). There are no refunds in the unlikely situation that you are unable to finish the trek.
Generally, those who have to be assisted off the trail are taken to Ollantaytambo and if they recover quickly, they then continue the journey to Aguas Calientes (cost incurred by trekker) and visit Machu Picchu according to the original plan.

ARE WE GOING TO BE DROPPED OFF AT OUR HOTEL AFTER THE SALKANTAY TREK 4 DAYS ?

Absolutely! Hotel pick ups and drop offs are included with all of our treks and packages! If you have booked your hotel in the Sacred Valley, we will drop you off there and vice versa.

AT WHAT TIME IS THE TRAIN DEPARTURE?

It will depend on the train availability (during the high season it could book out) but the idea is to give you as much time as possible in Machu Picchu and enjoy the amazing views on the way back to Cusco from the train. Therefore you we usually book the train at 14:55 or 15:20.

HOW MUCH IS THE VISTADOME TRAIN UPGRADE?

The Vistadome train service has nicer seats, panoramic windows and ceiling. You will be offered snacks and a dance show will take place on board. You can upgrade to the Vistadome Train for $67 USD. These trains run from Aguas Calientes to Poroy. We will pick you up in Poroy and drive you back to Cusco, which takes about 25 minutes. Please request in advance.

TIPPING

If you’re happy with the services provided, a tip – though not compulsory – is appreciated. While it may not be customary in your country, it’s of great significance for the people who will take care of you during the trek. It inspires them to give excellent service and is an entrenched feature of the tourism industry across many Inca Trail Company destinations. Of course, you are free to tip more or less as you feel appropriate, depending on your perception of the quality and the length of your trip. Remember, a tip is not compulsory and should only be given when you receive excellent service.

ARE WE SUSTAINABLE?

Yes, we are a local, sustainable & responsible tourism operator. We incorporate the universal principles of tourism: protect the environment and benefit the local communities by respecting their culture and religion. With this in mind, we have trained all our local staff to know and understand, respect the places and the local people.

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Frequently Asked Questions Salkantay Trek 4 Days to Machu Picchu

What is the best time of year to do the Salkantay Trek?

The ideal period for embarking on the Salkantay Trek is the dry season, spanning from April to October. Nevertheless, this trek can be undertaken at any time of the year. It is important to note that the rainy season, which falls between November and March, may present additional obstacles owing to dampness and muddiness.

How long does it take to hike the Salkantay trek?

The entire Classic Salkantay trek is usually completed in four to six days, but some extensions can turn the adventure into a mega eight-day odyssey through the Peruvian Andes if you’d like.

Can I hike the Salkantay Trek without a guide?

When considering hiking the Salkantay Trek, it is highly advisable to partake in a guided tour. While it is feasible to hike the trail independently, joining a guided tour guarantees the presence of an experienced guide who can offer valuable insights on ascertaining proper navigation, and assisting in case of emergencies. Moreover, the tour operators will handle transportation, permits, and meals, enhancing convenience and overall enjoyment of the experience.

What kind of accommodation can I expect on the trek?

Throughout the initial two evenings of the trek, accommodation will be provided in camps equipped with essential amenities, including Cabines and Igos. On the third night, however, you will have the opportunity to stay in a hotel located in Aguas Calientes. In this hotel, private rooms and bathrooms will be at your disposal.

Can I do the Salkantay Trek to Machu Picchu independently?

No, it is mandatory to have a licensed guide accompany you on the Salkantay Trek. However, you can choose to do the trek with a small group or private tour.

Is Salkantay harder than Inca Trail?

 It is a longer and more challenging trek than the Inca Trail, but it offers stunning scenery and a more authentic experience of the Peruvian Andes. You will have a wonderful time on either route you selected since both treks offer breathtaking vistas, Inca ruins, and rich history.

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Lauren B
2022-09-09
Best part of Peru! Go Treks Peru twas the highlight of my trip to Peru. The food and lodging was so incredible that I somehow gained 5 lbs while walking 50 miles. Our guide, Puma, managed to keep the positive energy up in our group with jokes and stories for 5 straight days. Our group was relatively young so we kept a pretty quick pace throughout the trek but Puma was very patient and hung out with whomever was the slowest that day while being supportive. The experience was life changing and I would recommend this to everyone
Carlos Alejandr... R
2022-09-05
Humantay y Sakantay Muy bueno, el guia muy profesinal y amable. Te ayuda con lo que necesitas. Super recomendado. Ivan Puma, Es un guía que tiene mucho conocimiento y experiencia, muy amable y atento. Lo recomiendo a ciegas.
Andrea Rosas
2022-08-23
Maravilloso viaje Cusco es muy hermoso !!! Pero nuestro guía ( Puma) hizo que ese viaje fuera muy mágico e inolvidable. Es un guía que tiene mucho conocimiento y experiencia, muy amable y atento. Lo recomiendo
ImHeffrey
2022-08-23
Humantay Lake and Salkantay Pass 2 days trek. One of the prettiest hikes I’ve ever done! I went alone, but ended up in a group of four along with our guide, Puma! He made the trek a once in a lifetime experience! He was very knowledgeable in history, flora, and fauna, and had a great sense of humor making learning about everything so much fun. I was only able to do one trek, but I’ll be back and booking with GoTreks Peru, again! Hopefully I get Puma again!!!!
Ro Á
2022-08-17
Machupicchu Viajar a Perú fue una experiencia maravillosa ❤️ El guía muy atento, recorrer días caminando para llegar a machupicchu
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