Salkantay Trek 5 Days – Alternative Route to Machu Picchu
$520 USD
Duration
5 Days / 4 Nights
Accommodation
Camps
Feeding
Culinary Service
Difficulty
Moderate
Max. Altitude
4,630 masl
Group
Group
One of the most spectacular trekking routes to Machu Picchu. Circle the imposing Salkantay Snowy (6,271 masl) and descend into the cloud forest. Includes camping and a night at hot springs. Difficulty: Medium-High. Group service. Pure adventure experience.
Day 1: Cusco – Soraypampa – Humantay Lake.
Day 2: Challenge: Salkantay Pass (4,630 masl) – Descent to Chaullay.
Day 3: Jungle trek – Santa Teresa – Hot Springs.
Day 4: Hydroelectric – Trek to Aguas Calientes.
Day 5: Machu Picchu – Return to Cusco.
Includes
Excludes
Good physical condition, layers for all climates (intense cold and heat), waterproof trekking shoes.
Is it harder than the Inca Trail? Physically yes, but it doesn’t require limited permits.
Do you see the Salkantay peak? Yes, the second day is stunning.
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