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Day 01
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Trip Itinerary
Day 1
Day 1: CUSCO- MOLLEPATA - SORAYPAMPA
Highlight of the day: BE READY TO VISIT ONE OF THE MOST BEATIFUL LAGOONS HUMANTAY .
Salkantay trek to Machu Picchu 5 days, The night before your tour, you will receive a short briefing on the hike by your trek leader.
In the morning, early pick-up (4:30 a.m.) We will drive for three hours until we reach the starting point of our BREAKFAST ”Mollepata ” (3,800 m), where you’ll link up and meet our porters and staff who will accompany you throughout your trek.
Then we will keep going by bus to challacancha (starting point of our hiking ) basically the first section is 40 minutes up Hill then gonna be gradual until our base camp, once there Will have a delicious lunch ( vegetarian option) after lunch
When you arrive at the lagoon, you will have a couple of hours to explore, take photos, and listen to our guide explain the significance of the Humantay Lagoon.
After, we’ll hike downhill for 2 hours to get to our base camp, in the afternoon Will have tea time a dinner.
L,D
Meals
CAMPING
Accommodation
MODERATE
Difficulty
10 KM / 6.84 MILES
Walking Distance
4250 MASL /13.880 FEETS
Highest Elevation
3900 MASL /12795 FEETS
Campsite Elevation
Day 2
Day 2: SORAYPAMPA-WAYRAQMACHAY- CHAULLAY
Highlight of the day: CONSIDERED ONE OF THE MOST TIRING DAYS BUT IT WILL BE TOTALLY WORTH THE WALK BECAUSE YOU WILL REACH THE POINT OF THE HIKE. .
Day 2 of the tour to Salkantay trek 5 days to machu picchu we start with a hot fusion tea. We will have enough time to pack and enjoy a delicious breakfast as we watch the sunrise. Afterward, you will begin the longest day of your trip to reach ”CHAULLAY ”.
We’ll hike up gradually for about three hours towards the“Salkantay Mountain”. From here you’ll have a view of the “Huamantay Mountain” (5,900 m) and our precious Salkantay Valley. We will continue climbing for another hour until reaching the highest point of your walk (“Salkantay Pass” – 4,650 M Lagoon (Elev. 4,200 m),
We’ll pass alongside streams, and waterfalls on the slopes and have different views of the Mountains mentioned above. If we’re lucky, you might observe Condors soaring.
Then, we’ll descend for another two hours reaching our lunch spot (“Wayracammachay” – 3,800 m.). The downhill portion can be a bit slippery, which may require the use of trekking poles, after lunch Will keep going dawn to Chaullay base camp once there we have the option to take shower and wifi Upon arriving at camp, our guides and porters will welcome your arrival. Dinner will be served and you’ll have R & R time
DETAILS: SALKANTAY TREK 5 DAYS
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Hiking Distance: 23 km
Trail Condition: Rocky, dusty, and slippery
Weather: COULD to hot (mosquitoes)
B,L,D
Meals
CAMPING
Accommodation
CHALLENGE
Difficulty
23 KM / 13.64 MILES
Walking Distance
4630 MASL / 15,190 FEETS
Highest Elevation
2900 MASL / 9514 FEETS
Campsite Elevation
Day 3
Day 3: CHAULLAY- PLAYA- LUCMABAMBA CAMP
Highlight of the day: ENJOY THE JUNGLE SEJA AND TASTE LOCAL FRUITS AND THE CAFFE EXPERIENCE AND ENDING WITH THE THERMAL BATHS. .
We’ll start the day off with hot fusion tea. We will have enough time to pack and enjoy a delicious breakfast as we watch the sunrise. Afterward, you will begin the day of your trip to reach ”LUCMABAMBA ”.
we’ll continue to descend for approximately 5 hours, all the while, appreciating the orchids, ferns, begonias, and many other different florae. These variable climate changes are due to cloud forests merging with tropical forests. It’s at this zone where farmers grow coffee, passion fruit, papayas, oranges, avocados, and many more crops. There is a lot of wildlife along the way with scattered small waterfalls.
Upon arriving at our campsite “LUcMABAMBA ” a.k.a. (Elev. 2,000 m), we will enjoy some hot fusion tea and dinner. if you want you can go to a hot spring
DETAILS: SALKANTAY TREK 5 DAYS
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Hiking Distance: 16 km
Trail Condition: Rocky, dusty
Weather: Warm to hot (mosquitoes)
B,L,D
Meals
CAMPING
Accommodation
MODERATE
Difficulty
16 KM / 11 MILES
Walking Distance
2900 MASL / 9514 FEETS
Highest Elevation
2000 MASL / 6562 FEETS
Campsite Elevation
Day 4
Day 4 LUCMABAMBA - LLAQTAPATA- AGUAS CALIENTES TOWN
Highlight of the day: ENJOY THE ORIGINAL INCA TRAIL AND REACH THE ARCHAEOLOGICAL CENTER OF LLAQTAPATA WHERE WE WILL HAVE AN IMPRESSIVE VIEW OF MACHU PICCHU. .
After breakfast, We gradually descend for 45 minutes until reaching the connection point of the Inca Trail, built-in 1,300 (from Vilcabamba to Machu Picchu). Here you’ll appreciate the stone path leading to the “Llactapata” Incan site. Just in front of you, you’ll have a Wonderful vista of Machu Picchu and along the way, you’ll see coffee and yucca plantations. Once you arrive in Llactapata, your guide will describe the geography and re-telling the Incan history of this zone.
We continue our trek for another two and a half hours, all downhill, until reaching an organic coffee farm and an orange/avocado farm.
You will see will appreciate breathtaking views of the Santa Teresa valley, up to the Llactapata Inca site, just in front of Machu Picchu. This will be the first site you see, of the Lost City of the Incas. We will appreciate the ruins of Machu Picchu, Huayna Picchu and Machu Picchu from this place. You will explore and learn about the Inca site with your tour guide
We will start our two-hour hike downhill, with breathtaking views of Machu Picchu, until we reach the hydroelectric station. The impressive part of this area is the natural waterfall, 300 meters high, which generates electricity for the region of Cusco. HERE Will have a lunch
Then, we will arrive at the famous “Intiwatana” (solar clock). According to history, this Inca stone worked together with the famous “Sun Rock” in Machu Picchu. After passing this small Inca site, you’ll come to the nice flat road for the last stretch.
This stretch of the Inca Trail was used by American Professor Hiram Bingham, who rediscovered Machu Picchu after centuries of being lost. He walked through this valley looking for the lost city of Vilcabamba. It’s here where he met the farmer Melchor Arteaga, who guided him to Machu Picchu. We will pass by the estate of Melchor Arteaga, where we will see many species of flora and fauna, as well as, our famous Peruvian national bird called “gallito de las Roccas”, toucans and parrots.
Finally, upon arrival in Aguas Calientes, (3 hours). Afterward, we will go to your hotel so you can enjoy a hot shower and a visit to the famous hot springs (10 soles, not included) of Aguas Calientes. In the evening, you can enjoy your final dinner at the restaurant.
DETAILS: SALKANTAY TREK 5 DAYS
Lowest Elevation: 2,000 m
Trail Condition: possibly slippery
B,L,D
Meals
HOTEL
Accommodation
DIFFICULT
Difficulty
25 KM / 15,53 MILES
Walking Distance
2800 MASL / 9,168 FEETS
Highest Elevation
2000 MASL / 6,693 FEETS
Campsite Elevation
Day 5
Day 5: MACHU PICCHU “SACRED CITY OF THE INCAS” – CUSCO
Highlight of the day: ENYOY ONE OF THE SEVEN WONDERS OF THE WORLD.
On our Final day, we will start off early (wake up at 4:30 a.m.). Followed by breakfast (5:00 a.m.) at the hotel. After, board the bus to Machu Picchu, which will take approx. 25 minutes to reach (door open at 6:00 a.m.). Please be sure to bring your original passport to show the Rangers (you can get a Machu Picchu seal on your passport).
Your guide will take you to the best places in Machu Picchu while enjoying the sunrise (depending on the weather).
Then you will have a two-hour guided tour. Following this, you’ll have an opportunity to explore Machu Picchu on your own.
• If you have reserved a visit to “HUAYNAPICHHU” (tickets $ 75.00 per person/limited to 400 per day – NOT INCLUDED), you’ll begin your hike at 7:00 – 10:00 a.m., please coordinate with the Trek Leader for your visit depending on Municipality’s programmed time.
There are many more activities that you can do. These activities are optional (not included with the package) for example The “Puerta del Sol” (2-hour hike up and down), where you will appreciate the Inca city from a different viewpoint.
In the afternoon, you’ll catch the train to reach the City of Ollantaytambo. Upon arrival to Ollantaytambo, we will have transportation waiting to drive you back to your hotel in Cusco.
DETAILS:
Meals: Breakfast
Lowest Altitude: 2,040 m / 6.691 ft
Highest Altitude: 2,440 m / 8,052 ft
Note: If you want to stay an extra night, just lets us know and we can help book a hotel in Aguas Calientes, as well as your train ticket for the next day
Rangers don’t allow people to carry bags bigger than 25 liters when entering Machu Picchu
No trekking poles are allowed in Machu Picchu
Snacks and water are allowed – in bags.
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Meals
HOTEL IN CUSCO
Accommodation
EASY
Difficulty
3 KM
Walking Distance
2400 MASL / 6,668 FEETS
Highest Elevation
3400 MASL / 9,898 FEETS
Campsite Elevation
Inclusions
What is Included in Salkantay Trek 5 days?
We show you a list of what is included in a 5 days salkantay trekking.
- Bilingual English speaking tour guide (additional tour guide for groups of nine people or more)
- Pre-Departure Briefing at your hotel 1 or 2 days before your trek.
- TRANSFER FROM AIRPORT TO HOTEL
- SLEEPING BAG
- HIKING POOLS
- BLANKET
- TRANSFER FROM HOTEL TO AIRPORT
- Four-person tent for every 2 people.
- Chef
- Excellent meals:
- Food includes pancakes, omelets, soups, fresh fruit, avocado, pasta, chicken, fish, meat, and rice, foods that are rich in carbohydrates and suitable for trekking. (Vegetarian, vegan or special diet meals upon request)
- Tea time before dinner (tea, coffee, coca, biscuits, popcorn).
- Boiled water provided from 2nd day (for drinking)
- Wake up to coca tea in your tent
- Buckets of hot water for washing in your tent every day
- Biodegradable soap and hand cleansing gel
- Oxygen Tank & First aid kit
- Wranglers and horses to carry all the equipment (food, tents, chairs, table, etc)
- Horse to transport 8 kg of your gear
- Duffle bag for your gear
- Four breakfasts, four lunches, and four dinners
- Emergency oxygen bottle and medical kit.
- One-night hotel accommodation in Aguas Calientes (double occupancy)
- Entrance to Machu Picchu
- Round trip bus from Aguas Calientes to Machu Picchu
What is Not Included in Salkantay Trek 5 Days?
We show you a list of what is not included in a 5 days salkanty trekking.
- Tips: Guide, Cook, Horseman.
- Water on First Day
- $ 75 Waynapicchu Mountain entrance ticket (walk to the top without a guide, the trail is well marked).
- First breakfast-last lunch
- Extra horse
Pricing
Salkantay Trek 5 Days Price
We have two prices For the Salkantay trek 5D-4N. The cost depends. How you like to return to Cusco after visiting Machu Picchu.
5 Day Salkantay Trek Return BY TRAIN:
Student: 569 US Dollars
Adult: 599 US Dollars
5 Day Salkantay Trek: Return BY TRAIN:
Write to us asking for the 5 day Salkantay trek.
ADDITIONAL OPTION THAT YOU CAN ADD TO YOUR SALKANTAY TREK
- HUAYNAPICCHU MOUNTAIN: US 20 Dollars (check availability) www.machupicchu.gob.pe/inicio
- MACHU PICCHU MONTAÑA: US 20 Dollars (check availability) www.machupicchu.gob.pe/inicio
- SLEEPING BAG FOR THE WHOLE TREK: US 10 Dollars
- TREKKING POLES US 10 dollars, one pair for the whole trek
STUDENT PRICE:
To have a student discount you have to comply with the following rules of the Peruvian government since we get the discount at the time of buying the Machu Picchu tickets from the Peruvian government. The Peruvian Government has 02 rates for foreigners that are ADULT / STUDENT.
TO ACCESS THE STUDENT RATE YOU MUST COMPLY WITH THE FOLLOWING:
- The student card must be an original student ID given from the university in PVC material. It must have been printed on the card
- University Information
- Student name
- Student Picture
- It must be a valid expiration date / valid only for one year if you visit Machu Picchu in 2022 the expiration date must be 2023 If is more that this is not Valid
- Discount for students, not more than 25 years old
- ISIC cards are not valid for the discount
If you meet these requirements, send us a photo of your student ID to this email at the time that you are booking the tour to buy tour Machu Picchu tickets as a student: [email protected]
If you do not meet the requirements, it is better to buy the tour as an adult because if you buy your Machu Picchu tickets with the student rate without meeting the requirements, they will not let you enter the Inca citadel of Machu Picchu for not meeting the requirements. that the Peruvian government requires since Machu Picchu is administered by the Peruvian government.
Important: Price includes up to 7 kilos of your personal belongings to be carried by the mules (NO need for extra Porter hire!).
Trip Details
Trip Details Salkantay Trek 5 Days
Salkantay trek 5 days Highlights views
- Enjoy the scenic views of Salkantay Mountain
- Visit Humantay Lake and Salkantay Lake
- Make a small ritual for the Andean gods and learn about the Inca religion
- Enjoy our friendly customer service and experienced guides
- Eat delicious meals and freshly prepared and vegan, vegetarian food or any dietary restrictions are available, without any extra charge
- Hike through the different types of landscapes, such as cloud forests, highlands, grassy hills, and Andean valleys
- Reach 4,700 meters (15,420 feet) in elevation along the Salkantay Pass
- Explore Machu Picchu and the surrounding area with an expert and knowledgeable tour guide
- Visit the Inca ruins of Llactapata and hike on the original Inca Trail
- Hike one of National Geographic’s 25 “World’s Best Treks”
- Sleep in comfort under the stars in our Mountain Sky Huts located in private campsites.
Salkantay trek 5 days / 4 nights HIGHLIGHTS
- DAY 1: Cusco | On the way to Salkantay Sky Camp & hike to Humantay lake (8 km. approx.)
- DAY 2: Salkantay Sky Camp | Crossing the impressive Salkantay pass & the trail of the 7 snakes (22 km. approx.)
- DAY 3: Andean Huts | Descending into the tropical forest & coffee experiences (19 km. approx.)
- DAY 4: Jungle Domes | Exploring the rainforest (22 km. approx.)
- DAY 5: Machu Picchu | Paradise on the Earth (13 km. approx.)
What to Pack
Salkantay Trek Packing List for 5 days
Here is your packing list, and go over what is helpful, and what is a waste of money and backpack space. To help our trekkers on the Salkantay Trek to Machu Picchu.
Now we show you the packaging list you need for Salkantay Trek 5 days.
- A backpack to carry water, some snacks, a camera, sunscreen, valuable things, Jacket, rain gear, etc. We recommend bringing a backpack of 25 – 30 liters, but if you like to can bring a daypack or any size of the backpack as long as you feel comfortable with it.
- Sleeping bag at least minus 5 cº. If you don’t have one, you can rent one from us for US 10 dollars for the whole trek.
- Trekking Poles – We recommend them for people with problems with knees, or ankles, or who are used to using hiking poles. If you do NOT have one, you can rent a pair of trekking poles for US 10 dollars from us.
- Original Passports
- Wool hat or beanie
- Sun hat
- Scarf
- Gloves
- 3 – 4 t-shirt, if you have long sleeves better
- layers (sweater, fleece)
- 2 – 3 pairs of long pants if you have leggings, you can do on leggings
- Hiking shoes
- 2 – 3 pairs of wool socks
- Rain gear (Pants, jacket, if you do not have you can buy a rain poncho) is crucial, especially for the wet season.
- A small headlamp
- A small towel
- Shorts
- Sunglasses
- Toothbrush and other personal toiletries
- Toilet paper
- Sun cream
- Insect repellent
- Sandals / Flip flops
- Waterbottle
- Swimwear
- If you have thermal clothing you can take them which is not that important, you will use them at least for the first night which is at 4000m
- Some snacks such as chocolate, cereal bars, candies, nuts, energy bars, etc
- Extra Cash in Soles
IMPORTANT: Remember that we will provide you with a duffle bag on the briefing day which you can use to pack 7 kilos of your personal belongings that you will take to the trek which are going to be carried by horse during the entire trek. It means that you will do the trek carrying your small backpack with things you need for the day hike and you will have access to the duffle bag at each camping place.
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What To Bring
FAQ´s
About the Salkantay Trek 5 Days
The Salkantay Trail connects Cusco to the Citadel of Machu Picchu and runs approximately 89 km/55 miles through high Andean peaks, cloud forest, and steamy jungle. The hike starts at the village of Mollepata, a few miles from Cusco.
The Salkantay Peak – Savage Mountain – is located within the Vilcabamba mountain range, to the northwest of Cusco. Salkantay is one of the highest and most spectacular mountains in the Andes (6,271m/20,574ft).
National Geographic’s Adventure Travel Magazine named the Salkantay trek among the 25 Best Treks in the World.
How Long Is Salkantay Trek?
Salkantay Trek can be done in many ways, depending on the itinerary you follow or the operator you choose. The most popular tours are 4 and 5 days; shorter than four days can be too challenging, and longer schedules usually include city tours, Sacred Valley tours, and not the hike itself.
Salkantay Trek 4 days and 3 nights.- The hike starts in the town of Soraypampa, visits the amazing Humantay Lake and Salkantay pass, and arrives at Machu Picchu after 3 days of the hike. On the last day, you will visit Machu Picchu and return to Cusco on the panoramic trains (Vistadome or 360°). The Total hiking distance is 44km/28 mi, and this doesn’t include the walking tour around Machu Picchu
Salkantay Trek 5 days and 4 nights.- The ultimate Salkantay Trek starts in Soraypamapa Village, arrives at Humantay Lake, Salkantay Pass, and allows camp for 1 night in Llaqtapata, a unique archeological site located on a mountain top right in front of Machu Picchu. The Total Hiking distance is 60km/38mi, and this number is only for the 4 days hiking tour. On the 5th day, this is a walking tour in Machu Picchu.
How High Is Salkantay Trek?
It’s important to note the difference between the Salkantay Mountains: his 6,271m / 20574 ft and the highest pass used during the trek traverse from the Andes into the Amazon Cloud Forest, Salkantay Pass, Located at 4630m /15190ft.
When is the best time to hike the Salkantay and visit Machu Picchu?
The Best time to visit Machu Picchu is from April to November, when it is the Dry season, April and November are the Shoulders months, and a weather increase is expected.
January and February are months to avoid this trek since the heavy rainy season and landslides risk. During these months, we recommend the Lares trek.
How difficult are the Salkantay Trek 5 Days?
For an average traveler or tourist, Salkantay is considered a challenging but certainly not impossible hike. Due to the physical demands, anyone who wishes to trek Salkantay should at least be moderately fit. Plus, all trekkers should spend at least 2 days in Cuzco before the trek, to get acclimatized. Being extremely fit does not grant any immunity from altitude sickness.
The entire hike is approximately 72 kilometers (approximately 45 miles), and this hiking takes place for 4 days and 3 nights. The remaining 1 day of the trek is spent at Machu Picchu. In general, Salkantay is considered to be slightly harder than the Inca Trail. Other trails, such as Choquequirao, are considered to be slightly harder than Salkantay.
What’s the most challenging section of the 5-Day Salkantay Trek?
The Salkantay Pass, at 14,760123 feet above sea level, is the most difficult section on the trail. Expect wind and cold temperatures. Some hikers might experience symptoms of altitude sickness. Symptoms will disappear as soon as you start your descent. Oxygen will be provided if needed. The Salkantay Pass, at approximately 4,650 meters above sea level is the most difficult section in the trail. These challenges are a result of several factors: the challenge of uphill climbing, cold winds, low temperatures in general, and the fact that you are trekking at a low-oxygen altitude.
What is the weather on the Salkantay Trekking 5 Days?
Weather is very varied on this trek, due to the fact that it winds its way through wildly different terrain at different altitudes. The only place where the weather is a serious concern is the Salkantay Pass and the nearby areas. Temperatures here, and at the nearby Soraypampa campsite, can fall below freezing. The other camps are much warmer, due to their proximity to the cloud forest.
| Inca Trail Hike | Salkantay Trek | |
|---|---|---|
| Scenery | Mountains, cloud forests, and Incan Archaeological Sites | Mountains and abundant wildlife |
| Distance | 26 miles over 4 days | 46 miles over 5 days |
| Difficulty | Moderate (3/5) | Strenuous (4/5) |
| Highest Altitude | 13,828 feet | 15,000 feet |
| Availability | 200 people per day, book in advance. More customizable than Salkantay. | No permit restrictions, and an average of 50 hikers per day. |
| Facilities | Mid-range camping or luxury glamping. Porters are available to carry gear. | Options from rudimentary camping to luxury lodges. |
| Best For | Travelers in good hiking shape who value comfortable camps and don’t mind a popular trail. | For experienced, hikers who want to get off the beaten path and value solitude, mountain scenery, opportunities to view wildlife, and a wider range of overnight options. |
