Salkantay Trek to Machu Picchu
As one of most sought-after routes to reach the majestic Machu Picchu citadel, the Salkantay trek is a once in a lifetime experience. At the highest point of the trek, the Salkantay pass will take us over 4600 meters above sea level. As we descend to Challway, we will quickly observe a change in the landscape, from an arid terrain to a one that is green and fertile. Finally, we will arrive at Machu Picchu for a visit of the most important archaeological center of South America.
ItineraryDay 1: Cusco - SoraympampaStop At: Humantay Lake, Plaza de Armas, Cusco 08002 Peru
We will pass by your hotel early in the morning at 4:30 hours and after 3 hours get to the village of Mollepata. From here we begin the hike to Soraypampa which is two hours away from the route. We arrive to Soraypampa for lunch, which is also the base camp for the night. Soraypampa is located at the bottom of the Humantay Mountain. In the afternoon we walk 1h30 to reach the Humantay Lake. We have free time there and then come back to the camp for dinner.
Duration: 2 hours
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Accommodation included: Soraypampa base camp
Day 2: Soraypampa - ChallwayStop At: Salkantay Trail, Peru
After breakfast, we will walk for 3 hours to reach the pass which is the highest point of the trek (4600 m). Here you will find yourself in the midst of two large mountains: Salkantay (6271 m) and Humantay (5850 m). Salkantay is the second highest and most important mountain in the region of Cusco. In addition, along the way we will be able to observe the great Lake of Salkantay with its waters of glacial origin. Then we descend to Rayanniyoc where we will have lunch. We finally continued for 3 more hours down the mountain to our second camp in Chaullay.
Duration: 2 hours
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Accommodation included: Challway camp
Day 3: Chaullay - Santa TeresaStop At: Banos Termales de Cocalmayo, 4 Km from Santa Teresa, Santa Teresa Peru
Around 7:00 am; we will start our trek to Santa Teresa. The hike takes around 5 hours to the end of the trail. Then we will catch a local transportation to Santa Teresa, where will have our overnight. In the afternoon we may go to Santa Teresa´s hot spring to enjoy it. Then back at the campsite for free time and dinner.
Duration: 4 hours
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Accommodation included: Camping in Santa Teresa
Day 4: Santa Teresa - Machu Picchu Stop At: Hot Springs (Aguas Calientes), Signposted from main square, Aguas Calientes, Machu Picchu Peru
After breakfast, there are several options: do several ziplines (optional) or have free time in Sant Teresa/Hidroelectrica. We all have lunch together in Hidroelectrica. After lunch we going to walk along the train. After two and half hours walk we arrive at Aguas Calientes town: base town of Machu Picchu for overnight in the hotel and dinner at the local restaurant. We will have time to go to the hot springs in this town.
Duration: 3 hours
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Accommodation included: Aguas Calientes Base
Day 5: Machu PicchuStop At: Santuario Historico de Machu Picchu, Machu Picchu Peru
Early in the morning we will leave to finally reach the Inca Citadel of Machu Picchu, climbing the stairs during 1 hour and half or taking a bus (not included) during 30 minutes. We will have a 2 hours tour in Machu Picchu with our guide and free time on the archaeological site. In the afternoon, we are scheduled to return to Aguas Calientes Village and then take the train to Ollantaytambo and our transport from Ollantaytambo to your hotel in Cusco; or going back walking to Hidroelectrica and take the bus at 3 pm from Hidroelectrica to Cusco. Transportation back to Cusco is not included.
Duration: 3 hours
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No accommodation included on this day.
Informacion Adicional
"Not wheelchair accessible"
"Not recommended for travelers with back problems"
"Not recommended for pregnant travelers"
"No heart problems or other serious medical conditions"
"Travelers should have a moderate physical fitness level"
"A current valid passport is required on the day of travel"
"This tour/activity will have a maximum of 16 travelers"
"Confirmation will be received at time of booking"
Duración: 5 Days
Lugar de comienzo: Traveler pickup is offered
Pick up is scheduled at 5:30 am from for your accommodation.
Cancelaciones y devoluciones:
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start time of the experience.
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