Salkantay Trekking in Domes and Huts

Salkantay Trekking 4 Days to Machu Picchu in Domes and Huts

CODE : ZTK6C

This short Salkantay alternative to the  Classic  Incatrail, in domes and huts to Machu picchu

As you walk between the towering peaks of Humantay and Salkantay mountain as you make your way to Machu Picchu. This is truly the experience of a lifetime! Did you know that the Salkantay Trek is listed as one of the 25 best treks in the world by National Geographic Adventure Travel Magazine? Join us, and discover what it means to walk the sacred paths of the Inca.

The Salkantay trek to Machu Picchu is one of the most famous treks in Cusco and it is undoubtedly the best alternative route to experience the original Inca paths. This trek takes you through many different types of landscapes. You will have the best opportunity to see the typical Andean landscape up to the snow capped mountains, down to the tropical forests and finally even venture into the dense jungle. If you are thinking to do a hiking trip to Machu Picchu and you want to be off the beaten path, close to the Andean communities and appreciate the beautiful and diverse nature of Peru, the Salkantay Trek is highly recommended.

Why ?

• The Salkantay trek is listed as one of the 25 best treks in the world by National Geographic Adventure Travel Magazine.
• After the Inca Trail, the Salkantay Trek is the 2nd most popular trek to Machu Picchu (and a lot less crowded).
• Hiking alongside the magnificent Apu Salkantay and arriving at the ruins of the majestic Machu Picchu is one of the best experiences known to mankind.
• Trekkers can see natural bridges, snowcapped mountains, colorful valleys, waterfalls, wildlife, unique plants, and cloud forest.
• Sleep 1 night in out incredible Sky Camp, located in front of the impressive mountains Humantay and Salkantay+ 1 night in our Andean huts+ 1 night in hostal in Aquas caliente

• DAY 1: Cusco – Mollepata – Challacancha – Soraypampa (Humantay Lake)
• DAY 2: Soraypampa – Salkantay Pass – Wayracmachay – Chaullay
• DAY 3: Chaullay – La Playa – Santa Teresa – Hydroelectric – Aguas Calientes
• DAY 4: The Most Important Day – Machu Picchu!

Included :

• Pre-departure briefing: You will meet your guide and group in our office for an orientation before your trek. At this time, we will provide you with the duffle bags which will be carried by our horses ( 6 kg ). The meeting will be at 6:00 PM the evening before the trip begins.
• Transport: You will be picked up from your hotel in the morning and will travel by private transportation to Challacancha, the starting point of the trek.
• Experienced Guide: English speaking, professionally educated, and official tour guide. Your guide will explain the culture and surroundings along the entire route, including leading your group in ancient ceremonies! He or she will keep you safe, sound, and comfortable on your trek so that you can enjoy your time worry-free!
  • • • Night 1: Relax on your soft bed in our state-of-the-art Sky Camp under the watchful eye of Apu Salkantay on one side and Apu Humantay on the other. Spend as many hours as you would like star-gazing through your elegant glass ceiling!
      • Night 2: Enjoy our camping huts, made of ichu (Peruvian feather grass) and wood to guarantee a pleasant rest with protection during cold nights in the mountains. 2 people will stay in each 4-person tent inside of each individual hut. We provide you with a thick camping mattress free of charge.
      • Night 3: Hostel in Aguas CalientesPersonal accommodation in private campsites: Like our ancestors, we are very considerate of the Pachamama (Mother Earth). Therefore, our campsites and lodges are adapted to the environment to avoid generating negative impacts.
• Camping equipment: Dining and kitchen tents, tables, chairs, and cooking equipment (all carried by the horses).
• Entry ticket to Machu Picchu Archeological Site
• Hostel in Aguas Calientes: The last night of this trek is spent in a hostel in Aguas Calientes with a double or triple room, private bathroom, hot shower, wifi, breakfast, and luggage storage while you visit Machu Picchu.
• 1 Duffle Bag: You can put your personal luggage, up to 6 kgs (15.4 lbs), including your sleeping bag, in this bag to be carried by our horses.
• Cargo Mules: On days 1 and 2, cargo mules carry the all camping equipment and your allowance of personal baggage (6 kgs/15.4 lbs). On days 3 and 4, your luggage will be carried by car or train to your destination.
• Trekking Cook: A chef specialized in cooking on the trail, with an assistant, will prepare all of your delicious meals along the journey to replenish your energy. You will never go hungry!
• Meals: 3 Breakfasts, 3 Lunches, 3 Dinners (Vegetarian, vegan, or special menus are available at no extra cost)
• Wake up tea: Every morning at the campsite, you will woken up with a cup of coca tea! Our staff will bring the tea to your tent so that you will be warmed from inside out before you start your day.
• Tea time daily: Every afternoon before dinner, the cooks will provide popcorn, biscuits, coffee, hot chocolate, teas, hot water, etc. After a long day of hiking, you will not have to wait until dinner to relax, warm up, and enjoy a bite to eat!
• Snacks on the trail daily: Our snacks consist of local fruits, biscuits, chocolate, caramels, etc. We will give this snack to you at the beginning of each day in your cloth bag.
• One cloth snack bag per person: To avoid the usage of plastic bags that contaminate our environment, we will give you a cloth bag for your snacks.
• Products for hygiene: You will be provided with a small towel before each meal to clean your hands.
• Medical kit: Our crew will bring a first-aid kit, including emergency oxygen bottle.
• Train tickets: From Aguas Calientes to Ollantaytambo (“Expedition” service with Peru Rail at 16:22 hrs (subject to availability))
• Transport: Private transport from Ollantaytambo train station to your hotel in Cusco (Day 4).
• 24-hour guest service: We have telephone service available 24 hours/day for ease of communication and preparation with the agency leading up to your trek.
• We will create a Memorable Lifetime Experience for you.

Not Included :

• Entrance fee to Salkantay Trail (S/.10 per person)
• Sleeping Bags: You can rent one from our company if you do not have your own.
• Walking Sticks: You can rent a set from our company if you would like.
• Day 1: Breakfast
• Last Day: Lunch and Dinner in Aguas Calientes.
• Personal clothing and gear
• Travel Insurance
• Tips for our staff: Please note that our agency staff is well paid so please feel free to tip or not as you wish.

Optional:

If you feel tired after the trek to and from La Playa (Day 3), you have the option to take a train from Hidroelectrica to Aguas Calientes. (Cost: USD $34.00)

• Additional costsor delays out of control of the management (landscape, bad weather condition, itinerary modification due to a safety concern, illness, change of government policy, political instability/strike, etc.)
• Bus ticket from Aguas Calientes to Machu Picchu ($USD 12 per person, one way)

The Salkantay Trek to Machu Picchu is a great alternative for the Inca Trail trek and better suited for more adventurous trekkers who are able to handle higher altitude and longer distances. Ascending to reach the famous Apacheta Pass at 4650 MASL – 15088 FASL is not too strenuous since it is at the beginning of the trek, neither is it very steep, but it does require stamina and a little time in Cusco to acclimatize to the altitude before beginning the trek.

How Many days do i need to Acclimate in Cusco before the trek ?

It is very important to be well acclimated to the altitude before exerting yourself on a trek.

Acclimatization

We do recommend that you arrive to Cusco at least 2 or 3 days before the trek starts to help you become acclimatized and avoid possible problems with altitude sickness while on the trek.

We can organize day hikes & other tours around Cusco for your acclimatization:

What do we need when you make a reservation?

• Full name as it is written in your passport.* Scanned copy of your passport.
• Copy/fax or scan from both sides of your Internat University student card (if you have one and are less than 28 years old the price of the Trek is $18 USD less).
• Departing date for the trail.
• We ask for a 40% deposit, sending to us  via visa or Pay Pall online through this website:+5,5 %  or Wetravel 4,5 % (cost credit cards charge us) The balance you will pay at our office in Cusco before the start of the trek. We accept cash USD or credit card (+5,5%)