A hike to the Machu Picchu Sanctuary will forever remain in your memory, considered one of the best hiking trails in Latin America. A magical experience where you’ll travel through the heart of the Andes, surrounded by dreamlike landscapes, reconnecting you with nature.
Duration
5 Days / 4 Nights
Tour type
Challenging
Difficulty
Adventure
Guide
English, Spanish
Group size
Up to 8 people
Maximum altitude
4650 m.s.n.m
Day 1: Cusco – Soraypampa – Humantay Lake – Soyroccocha
Day 1: Cusco – Mollepata – Soraypampa – Humantay Lagoon
Hiking the Inka Trail to Soraypampa.
Lunch at noon.
Visit to Humantay Lagoon in the afternoon.
Camping under the stars in Soraypampa.
Day 2: Soraypampa – Salkantay Pass – Wayraqmachay – Colpapampa
Challenge the 7 Snakes Trail to reach the Salkantay Pass.
Impressive views of the Salkantay Mountains.
Excursion into the Andean cloud forest.
Rest at our Colpapampa camp.
Day 3: Colpapampa – Sahuayaco Beach – Lucmabamba
Incredible hike through the lush highland jungle.
Visit the local villagers to learn about the local organic coffee.
Relax at our campsite, surrounded by vibrant nature.
Visit the Inca city of Machu Picchu in the morning.
Return to Hidroeléctrica to take the bus to Cusco.
This spectacular Andean mountain adventure begins at 5am when we pick you up at the hotel and drive to the trailhead at Soraypampa. Pass through two picturesque indigenous villages called Iscuchaca and Limatambo, have amazing views of stunning valleys and the snow-capped, famous Salkantay Mountain.
Pick up at your hotel in the morning of the trek departure
Private transport from Cusco to Soraypampa (starting point of the trek)
Entry fee to Machu Picchu
Guided tour of Machu Picchu
English speaking, experienced professional guide
Meals as indicated in the itinerary
Toilet tent for our group only
2 Bus tickets from Aguas Calientes to Machu Picchu and return to Aguas Calientes
First Aid kit including emergency oxygen bottle
Train ticket from Aguas Calientes to Ollantaytambo
Transfer to your hotel in Cusco
Dinner in a restaurant in Aguas Calientes
Hotel in Aguas Calientes with private room and bathroom
Mules and horses (for equipment and personal items) including horsemen, 7 kgs of your personal items such as extra clothes, sleeping bags, etc
Provision of a horse in case of emergency such as illness, to ensure the trek is completed by all participants
Comfortable foam mattress
Boiled water for drinking and washing purposes, available at every mealtime
What is not included
Sleeping Bag –$20 USD per person per trek (It will be clean and warm)
Air Mattress –$20 USD per person per trek (Therm-a-rest mattresses)
Walking Poles –$15 USD per pair per trek (Professional Poles that can be extended)
Personal tent- $30 USD – (Tent is for solo travelers only)
Vistadome Train Upgrade –$67 USD per person (Return Only)
Huayna Picchu Mountain –$75 USD per person (Please request when you book your Trek)
Lunch on the last day in Aguas Calientes
Tips for the crew, guide, cook and porters of SAM TRAVEL PERU
**Huayna Picchu is an optional trek within Machu Picchu Citadel which does not include a guide. The climb is usually done on your own after your tour of Machu Picchu Citadel. If you would like the extra hike to be guided, please request in advance. There is an extra cost for this extra guided tour.
Packing List
WHAT YOU HAVE TO TAKE WITH YOU
Original Passport (it has to be the same you have used for booking your trek)
Valid student card (if you booked as a student)
Good daypack (the smaller, the better)
Water storage: 2-3L (water bottles must be reusable, not disposable)
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
As a Direct Local Tour operator we provide you with a duffel bag at your briefing and INCLUDE an extra porter who will carry up to 7 kgs or 14lbs including your 2.5kg 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
Couple 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 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 THE SALKANTAY TREK 5 Days
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 stop. Please bring your water bottles.
Sun hat
Sunscreen
Headlamp: essential
Wool hat
Rain gear
Fleece
Snacks like chocolate bars, cereal bars or any dry fruits
Gloves
Camera
Hand sanitizer
Toilet paper and small plastic bag for waste
Extra money for souvenirs, drinks & tips
Pricing
This unique Salkantay Trek to Machu Picchu can be done on any date that is best for you as long as we have a minimum of 2 participants!
GROUP PRICE
$540 USD per person
PRIVATE SERVICE PRICES:
2 – 3 Trekkers: $697 USD per person
4 – 5 Trekkers: $657 USD per person
6 – 8 Trekkers: $617 USD per person
**** This price includes the extra pack horse who will carry your belongings up to 7 kgs, we will provide you with a duffel bag in which to put your things.
***We provide large Eureka 4 person tents for each 2 trekkers.
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.
Group of 5 or more: $30 USD – All you need is to book the trek together at the same time.
EXTRAS
Sleeping Bag –$20 USD per person per trek (It will be clean and warm)
Air Mattress –$20 USD per person per trek (Therm-a-rest mattresses)
Walking Poles -$15 USD per pair per trek (Professional poles that can be extended)
Personal tent- $30 USD – (Tent is for single trekkers only)
Vistadome Train Upgrade –$67 USD per person (Return Only)
Huayna Picchu Mountain –$75 USD per person (Please request when you book your Trek)
Single supplement-$40 3* USD per night (for solo travellers with single room)
**Huayna Picchu is an optional trek within Machu Picchu Citadel which does not include a guide. The climb is usually done on your own after your tour of Machu Picchu Citadel. If you would like the extra hike to be guided, please request in advance. There is an extra cost for this extra guided tour.
ADDED VALUES FOR FREE
TRANSFER – from the Airport to Hotel (Cusco Only)
DUFFEL BAG AND LINER BAGS – included in the trekking price!
EXTRA PORTER is included in the price, the porter will carry your belongings up to 7 kgs /14lbs like sleeping bag, mattress, clothes etc.
BOILED WATER is included along the Inca Trail
OXYGEN TANK will be available along the trek
EMERGENCY HORSE is included in the price which can be ridden if you get tired or sick
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