Salkantay Trek to Machu Picchu

Day 1 : Cusco - Mollepata – Challacancha – Soraypampa (Humantay Lake)

Walking Distance – 12km / 7.45 miles

Starting Elevation – 3,350 m

Highest Elevation – 4,600 m

Campsite Elevation – 3,920 m

Day 2 : The Salkantay Pass

Walking Distance – 22 km / 13.7 miles

Starting Elevation – 3,800 m

Campsite Elevation – 2,750 m

Maximum Altitude: 4,650 m

Day 3 : Chaullay - La Playa - Santa Teresa - Hydroelectric - Aguas Calientes

Walking Distance – 26km / 16.1 Miles

Starting Elevation – 2,750 m

Campsite Elevation – 1,600 m

Day 4 : Machu Picchu

If you’re up bright and early, you’ll get to see the sun lighten up Machu Picchu. You’ll have a fully guided tour, and for those who have requested it, Huayna Picchu or Machu Picchu mountain is on the list. Enjoy your time here. Explore the ruins, have a snack, take some photos, or take a nap on the terraces. At the end of your time exploring, you can take the bus back down to Aguas Calientes and wait for your return train to Cusco or Ollantaytambo where transport will be waiting for you to take you to your hotel.

Salkantay, a 6,272 m. peak in the heart of the Cusco region, is one of the most beautiful mountains in the Andes and one of Peru’s best and well-known treks. Over the course of four days, you’ll pass by a beautiful glacial lake, up and over the Salkantay Trek pass (4,650m), and descend down into the dense vegetation of the Peruvian cloud forest to finally see Machu Picchu and explore this ancient citadel.

Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Not wheelchair accessible
Service animals allowed
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
This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund
This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate