SALKANTAY TREK LOW PRICE 3D / 2D
Cusco Treks
TYPE TRIP
Hiking/Trekking
SEASON
March – November
DIFFICULTY
Challenging
DISTANCE
20 km/12.42 miles
OVERVIEW
The Salkantay Trek to Machu Picchu is frequently regarded as the greatest option to the Inca Trail. The high-altitude journey begins in the snow-capped Andes and ends in the cloud forests at Machu Picchu.
The Salkantay Trail to Machu Picchu was named one of the greatest 25 hikes in the world by National Geographic Travel Magazine. The route provides a little bit of everything, with jaw-dropping views at every bend.
The adventure starts high in the Andes. It takes you through various small settlements before dropping you off in the tropical zone.
Salkantay Pass, at 4600 meters above sea level, is the highest point of the Salkantay Trekking route. To avoid altitude sickness, we strongly advise you to spend a few days in Cusco before to the hike.
Route
Route
Day 1. cusco – soraypampa – colpapampa
Day 2. Colpapampa – lucmambamba – Hidroelectrica – Aguas calientes
Day 3. aguas calientes – machupicchu – cusco
HIGHLIGHT DESTINATION
Itinerary
Day 1. Cusco - Soroypampa - Colpapampa
Our guide will pick you up at your hotel in Cusco at 2:30 am. We will drive together with the group for 4 hours, passing through Anta and Mollepata, until we reach our starting point in Soraypampa (3,900 m/12,795 ft). The beginning of the trail will take us through some beautiful valleys. We will then enjoy a wonderful hike towards our lunch spot, where we will have some time to rest before we begin our 3 hour descent. This part of the trail is surrounded by jungle. Upon arrival at the campsite of COLLPAPAMPA we will have tea and a delicious dinner prepared by our cook. Tonight we will sleep in our comfortable domes at the campsite.
Hiking Distance: 22 km/13.5 miles
Day 2. Colpapampa – Lucmabamba – Hidroelectrica – Aguas calientes
We will have breakfast at 6:00 am and shortly after begin hiking for approximately 5 and a half hours through jungle. This part of the trek marks the cloud forest, where we will discover several coffee plantations, orchids and many natural plants used for medicines. We will arrive at our lunch point in LUCMABAMBA to rest a little, and then take our transportation towards Hidroelectrica. There, we will walk for 3 more hours towards Aguas Calientes. In Aguas Calientes we will spend the night in a hotel and have our final dinner together at a local restaurant.
Hiking Distance: 16 km/10 miles, after lunch: 11 km/7 miles
Day 3. Aguas calientes - machupicchu - Cusco
Last day! We will wake up very early this morning for our visit to famous Machu Picchu, where we will have a guided tour of the citadel to see and learn more about the temples, terraces, and all of the incredible stone structures that make Machu Picchu a Wonder of the World. After the guided tour you will have free time to explore the site by yourself and to take more photos.
For those who have booked the add-on of Huayna Picchu Mountain or Machu Picchu Mountain, your visit will be at your designated time (1st group: 6am to 8am, 2nd group: 9am to 11am).
In the afternoon, we will return to Aguas Calientes. We will have some time for lunch (not included), which is the perfect opportunity to explore the local restaurants. We then take the train to Ollantaytambo, leaving at 14:55 pm. On the way back, we can enjoy the incredible landscape of the Sacred Valley. Upon arrival at the train station, we will be picked up by our transfer staff and dropped off at Plaza Regocijo in Cusco.
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Important info
- English speaking guide, plus an assistant guide for big groups.
- Professional cook and an assistant cook for a big group and horseman for the mules and horses.
- Mules which carry group gear and large duffels provided by the company, for personal belongings.
- All food on the trek, which incorporates traditional Peruvian cuisine as well as modern fusion cuisine and specific dietary needs.
- Boiled water and snacks.
- Large Dining tent, table, stools, all cutlery, and kitchen tent.
- Tents to overnight, and Thermarest. Two-person tents are provided for single person and three-person tents for double people to provide plenty of space for personal gear.
- Additional horses for riding can be provided for an additional cost.
- First aid kit, including oxygen.
- A pre-trek briefing.
- Entrance fees to Salkantay Mountain, including Machu Picchu.
- Hotel in Aguas Calientes.
- Train ticket. (Expedition Train Service 14:55).
- Private van from your hotel in Cusco to Challacancha (the starting point of hiking).
- Private van from Ollantaytambo to Cusco.
- Dinner on the 4th day in Aguas Calientes.
- Personal trekking gear including, backpacks, trekking poles, sleeping bags. However, they may be rented from the company.
- Gratuity for guides, cooks, and horseman.
- Entrance to hot springs in Cocalmayo (Santa Teresa) or other entertainments in Aguas Calientes.
- Personal riding horse. Additional horses may be rented according to the needs of the individual and group.
- Original Passport and Original Green ISIC international student cards if you are students.
- Water-resistant trekking shoes and sandals.
- Warm clothing (thermal underwear, fleece, hat, gloves, socks).
- Waterproof clothing (poncho).
- Synthetic or cotton clothing (socks, trousers, shorts, t-shirts).
- Sunhat and sunglasses.
- Sun cream and insect repellent.
- Water bottles such as Nalgene.
- Basic medications.
- Walking sticks.
- Swimsuit and towel.
- Personal items.
- Personal snacks.
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