SALKANTAY TREK TO MACHU PICCHU – 5 DAYS / 4 NIGHTS
The Salkantay Trek 5 Days / 4 Nights is the premier adventure alternative to the classic Inca Trail, voted by National Geographic as one of the best treks on Earth.
Across 5 unforgettable days, you will traverse diverse ecosystems: from high glaciated peaks at the Salkantay Pass (4,630 m / 15,190 ft) and the emerald waters of Humantay Lake, down through subtropical cloud forests, coffee and organic fruit plantations, thermal baths at Cocalmayo, along the Urubamba river canyon to Aguas Calientes, culminating in the sunrise exploration of the Lost City of the Incas: Machu Picchu.
Our professional expedition team includes certified wilderness mountain guides, talented camp chefs preparing fresh gourmet meals, and packhorses to carry your main luggage so you can trek with only a light daypack.
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Detailed Itinerary
What's Included
- Pre-departure briefing in Cusco with your head mountain guide.
- Pick-up from your hotel and private tourist transportation to trailhead.
- Professional bilingual Mountain Guide certified in Wilderness First Aid.
- Horsemen and packhorses to carry camping gear, food, and up to 5 kg of personal luggage.
- High-quality four-season camping equipment (spacious tents, dining tent, foam sleeping pads).
- All meals during the trek: 4 breakfasts, 4 lunches, 4 dinners prepared by a professional chef.
- Boiled and purified drinking water provided from day 2 onward.
- 1 night hotel accommodation in Aguas Calientes with private bathroom and Wi-Fi.
- Official entrance ticket to the Historic Sanctuary of Machu Picchu.
- One-way Consettur bus ticket (Aguas Calientes to Machu Picchu).
- Expedition / Voyager train ticket from Aguas Calientes to Ollantaytambo.
- Private tourist transfer from Ollantaytambo train station back to Cusco hotel.
- Emergency medical oxygen tank and comprehensive wilderness first aid kit.
Not Included / Extra Expenses
- Breakfast on Day 1 and lunch/dinner on Day 5.
- Sleeping bag (available for rent: $20 USD for 5 days).
- Trekking poles (available for rent: $15 USD pair).
- Entrance to Cocalmayo Hot Springs (S/ 20 PEN).
- Optional Huayna Picchu or Machu Picchu Mountain climb ($65 USD extra, subject to availability).
- Travel and medical insurance (mandatory).
- Voluntary tips for guide, cook, and horsemen.
Recommendations & What to Bring
- Original valid passport (must match booking details).
- Comfortable trekking boots (broken in) with ankle support.
- Daypack (25-35L) with rain cover for daily essentials.
- Thermal underwear, fleece jacket, and warm windbreaker.
- Waterproof jacket and rain pants or sturdy poncho.
- Quick-dry hiking shirts and trekking pants.
- Warm beanie, gloves, neck gaiter, and sun hat.
- Headlamp or flashlight with spare batteries.
- Personal refillable water bottle or hydration bladder (Camelbak).
- High SPF sunscreen, UV sunglasses, and lip balm.
- Insect repellent with DEET (especially for cloud forest days).
- Swimsuit and quick-dry towel for thermal baths.
- Personal toiletries, blister kit, and medications.
- Cash in Peruvian Soles for hot springs, snacks, and tips.
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