5-Day Salkantay Trek: Glamping and Machu Picchu Tour

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5-Day Salkantay Trek: Glamping and Machu Picchu Tour

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With Huayna Picchu Mountain

Duration: 5 days
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Huayna Picchu Mountain Ticket
Gear: Sleeping bag & Trekking Poles Included
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5-Day Premium Salkantay Trek to Machu Picchu – Exclusive Camps

Duration: 5 days
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With Huchuy Picchu Mountain

Duration: 5 days
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Huchuy Picchu Mountain Ticket
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With Machu Picchu Mountain

Duration: 5 days
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Machu Picchu Mountain Ticket
Gear: Sleeping Bag & Trekking Poles included
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Highlights

Experience an unforgettable journey with the premium Salkantay Trek to Machu Picchu. See the beauty of the Andes Mountains by visiting the Humantay Lake, the Salkantay Pass, and the Wonder of Machu Picchu. This crafted adventure combines awe-inspiring landscapes with upscale lodges offering cozy beds, great food, and private facilities. The small group sizes ensure personalized attention and seamless logistics, allowing you to fully embrace the journey without worries.

Itinerary

Cusco - Mollepata - Challacancha - Soraypampa - Humantay Lake - Sky Camp

  • Cusco

    2 hoursAdmission Ticket Free
    Begin your 5-day/4-night Salkantay Trek to Machu Picchu with an early pick-up from your accommodation in Cusco at around 4:00 a.m. in comfortable and safe transportation.

  • Mollepata

    30 minsAdmission Ticket Free
    In Mollepata, enjoy an energy-packed breakfast before starting the adventure.

  • Challacancha, Mollepata

    30 minsAdmission Ticket Included
    We arrive at Challacancha (3,800 m / 12,467 ft), the starting point of the trek, where you will meet your specialized team.

  • SORAYPAMPA

    3 hoursAdmission Ticket Free
    The trail follows ancient Inca channels and breathtaking landscapes with snow-capped mountains and valleys. After about three hours of walking, you will reach Soraypampa (3,900 m / 12,795 ft), where our exclusive camp awaits you. The team will welcome you with a delicious lunch. Enjoy some time to relax, acclimatize, and admire Apu Salkantay

  • Humantay Lake

    4 hoursAdmission Ticket Included
    In the afternoon, you ascend to the magical Humantay Lake (4,200 m / 13,780 ft). Its turquoise waters, surrounded by snow-capped peaks, create a breathtaking setting.

  • Salkantay Sky Lodge

    10 hoursAdmission Ticket Included
    Upon your return, a warm dinner awaits you before you rest in your panoramic igloo under a starry sky.
  • Accommodations
    Overnight at the Sky Camp
    Food And Drinks
    Breakfast
    Lunch
    Dinner
Sky Camp - Salkantay Pass - Huayracmachay - Collpapampa - Mountain Sky View Camp

  • Salkantay Sky Lodge

    1 hoursAdmission Ticket Free
    You wake up to one of the most impressive sunrises of the trek, as the sun illuminates Apu Salkantay against a blue sky. After an energizing breakfast, you prepare for the most challenging and rewarding section of the Salkantay Trek.

  • Abra Salkantay

    5 hoursAdmission Ticket Included
    The trail ascends through Salkantaypampa and Soyrococha, between sparkling glaciers, until it reaches Abra Salkantay (4,630 m / 15,190 ft), the highest point of the trek. From the summit, the high mountain views are breathtaking and impressive.

  • Colcapampa

    4 hoursAdmission Ticket Free
    You begin the descent to Huayracmachay (3,850 m / 12,631 ft), where a comforting lunch prepared by our team awaits you. In the afternoon, you will continue to Collpapampa, noticing the transition from the Andean landscape to the cloud forest, full of orchids, ferns, and exotic birds.

  • Mountain Sky View

    10 hoursAdmission Ticket Included
    End the day with a delicious dinner and rest in our Mountain Sky View cabins, surrounded by nature.
  • Accommodations
    Overnight at Mountain Sky View Camp
    Food And Drinks
    Breakfast
    Lunch
    Dinner
Mountain Sky View Camp - Santa Teresa - La Playa - Lucmabamba - Cocalmayo - Sacred Jungle Lodge

  • Mountain Sky View

    1 hoursAdmission Ticket Free
    Wake up to the sound of the river and birds singing.

  • Santa Teresa

    After breakfast overlooking the forest, begin your hike through the Santa Teresa Valley, surrounded by orchids, ferns, and coffee and banana plantations, until you reach Granadilla, where our transport will be waiting to take you to La Playa.

  • Lucmabamba Coffee Experience

    4 hoursAdmission Ticket Included
    Once in La Playa, we will visit a coffee farm to learn about the process of growing and harvesting Andean coffee, a tradition that drives the regional economy and delights with its unique aroma. Afterwards, you will enjoy a delicious lunch before continuing on to Lucmabamba (2,000 m / 6,562 ft), where our exclusive Sacred Jungle Lodges camp is located.

  • Banos Termales de Cocalmayo

    45 minsAdmission Ticket Included
    In the afternoon, you can relax or visit the Cocalmayo hot springs

  • Sacred Jungle Lodge

    10 hoursAdmission Ticket Included
    End the day with a comforting dinner and rest in your dome surrounded by the jungle that connects you with the natural energy of the environment.
  • Accommodations
    Overnight at the Sacred Jungle Lodge
    Food And Drinks
    Breakfast
    Lunch
    Dinner
Sacred Jungle Lodge - Llactapata - Hidroelectrica - Aguas Calientes

  • Sacred Jungle Lodge

    1 hoursAdmission Ticket Included
    After a delicious breakfast, you will begin a hike along a section of the original Inca Trail.

  • Mirador de Llactapata

    3 hoursAdmission Ticket Included
    After about two hours of climbing through Santa Teresa, you will arrive at the archaeological site of Llactapata (2,700 m / 8,858 ft), where you will enjoy breathtaking views of Machu Picchu and Huayna Picchu while learning about Inca history.

  • Hidroeléctrica

    3 hoursAdmission Ticket Free
    Then, you will descend for an hour and a half to Ahobamba, where you will have lunch before continuing on to Hidroeléctrica (1,800 m / 5,906 ft). On this stretch, you will see a 250 m artificial waterfall.

  • Aguas Calientes

    3 hoursAdmission Ticket Free
    From Hidroeléctrica, you can choose to take the train to Aguas Calientes (not included) or walk for about three hours along the railroad tracks enjoying the jungle surroundings. In the village, dinner at a local restaurant and a rest in a comfortable hotel await you. Note: During the rainy season, the Llactapata trail may be closed for safety reasons.
  • Accommodations
    Hotel in Aguas Calientes
    Food And Drinks
    Breakfast
    Lunch
    Dinner
Aguas Calientes - Machu Picchu - Ollantaytambo - Cusco

  • Aguas Calientes

    2 hoursAdmission Ticket Free
    Today is the big day! After an early breakfast, you will board one of the first buses to Machu Picchu. You will arrive at the citadel just in time to enjoy the magic of sunrise and avoid the crowds.

  • Machu Picchu

    2 hoursAdmission Ticket Free
    During a guided tour of approximately two hours, you will explore the most important areas of the site: temples, houses, agricultural terraces, and ceremonial centers. Your guide will explain the advanced Inca engineering and the secrets of this marvel. After the tour, you will have free time to continue exploring or climb Huayna Picchu or Machu Picchu Mountain (optional).

  • Ollantaytambo

    Later, you will return to Aguas Calientes for lunch and take the train back to Ollantaytambo

  • Cusco

    We will arrive in Ollantaytambo, where our private transportation will be waiting to take you back to Cusco, bringing an unforgettable experience to a close.
  • Food And Drinks
    Breakfast
    Lunch

What's included

INCLUDED

An emergency horse available from Soraypampa to Abra Salkantay.
Pre-departure briefing
Hotel pickup and drop-off
Basic hiking equipment: Sleeping bag, trekking poles, rain poncho, backpack cover, and hand towel.
Experienced Mountain Guide
Lunch (5)
Dinner (4)
1 night in a superior 3-star hotel at Aguas Calientes
Breakfast (5)
Entrance to Machu Picchu (Circuit 2 for 3-month bookings; if unavailable, Circuit 3, then Circuit 1)
Transportation of personal belongings.
All private transport and transfers during the tour
Aguas Calientes - Ollantaytambo tourist train (PeruRail Vistadome Observatory)
Private Camping Facilities & Equipment
Entry fees to Salkantay Trek, Humantay lake, and Cocalmayo Hot Springs
Water, Tea Time, and daily snacks on the trail
Cultural immersion at a local coffee farm.
Personal duffel bag (up to 10 kg / 22 lb) for your travel gear.
Expert chef, porters, and horsemen
Train Transfer from Hidroelectrica to Aguas Calientes
Round-trip bus between Aguas Calientes - Machu Picchu
3 nights camping accommodation (Sky Camp, Mountain Sky View, Sacred Jungle Lodge)

NOT INCLUDED

Optional horseback ride from Soraypampa to Humantay Lake (Day 1)(paid on-site to local providers)
Clothing and personal hiking equipment
Travel Insurance (Recommended)
Gratuities for the staff (Optional)
Dinner in Cusco (Day 5)

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The 5-Day Premium Salkantay Trek to Machu Picchu is highly praised for its excellent organization, knowledgeable and friendly guides, and outstanding food and accommodations. Reviewers frequently commend guides like Alex, Erik, and Carlos for their expertise, helpfulness, and ability to enhance the trekking experience. The trek offers breathtaking views, a sense of camaraderie, and seamless logistics, making it a highly recommended adventure.

Additional information

Must Know
Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Good To Know
Service animals allowed
Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Travelers should have a high level of physical fitness
It's recommended to arrive in Cusco at least 2 days before the trek to adjust to the altitude.
Spots at Machu Picchu sell out quickly. Book this trip at least three months in advance to secure spaces.
Passport name, number, expiry and country is required at time of booking for all participants
Please ensure your passport is up to date and ready for use on your travel day
Children aged 12 and over may participate and must be accompanied by a responsible adult at all times.
Keep in mind this hike is a challenging trek. travellers have to be in good health and physical shape to fully enjoy every moment of this adventure.
Vegetarian or, vegan options are available, please advise at time of booking if required

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Cusco, Peru 08645

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