Salkantay Trek Basic 4D/3N

The journey begins with an early pickup from your hotel, followed by a delicious breakfast in Limatambo. We will then start the hike towards the Qoyllor community, continuing until we reach the stunning lagoon. After crossing it, we’ll arrive at Qoyllor Pass, where we will meet our muleteers and horses, who will take care of transporting the camping equipment while we proceed towards Inkachiriasqa lagoon.

After exploring Inkachiriasqa lagoon, we will head towards our base camp, Salkantaypampa, at the foot of the Salkantay Glacier, where our chef will be waiting with a delightful lunch. From this point, we can enjoy panoramic views of the majestic Salkantay Glacier. In the afternoon, we will relax with a cup of tea, and in the evening, indulge in an exquisite dinner.

Wake up with a cup of coca tea and enjoy breakfast with fantastic views of the mountains, then reach the highest point Salkantay pass at 4600 m.a.s.l in 3 hours. From there, we will walk towards Wayrac Machaq, to have our lunch. Then, we will continue into the high jungle where we will observe large trees with their arms extended over the streams, all full of bromeliads and orchids. And downhill until the 2nd campsite.

Early wake up and have breakfast; we start hiking along the cloud forest for 3 hours. Observe the fantastic landscape of rivers and waterfalls; walk downhill to Hydroelectric for lunch and continue hiking another 3 hours to Aguas Calientes. Tonight you’ll spend in a Hotel.

According to your entrance time to the ruins, we will have breakfast and then hike up to the entrance of the site. Once there, you will enjoy a guided tour of the different sectors of Machu Picchu for approximately 2 hours. Afterward, you will have some free time to explore the citadel on your own before descending to Aguas Calientes, where you can have lunch (not included).

Later, we will head to the train station for the return journey to Ollantaytambo, where our transportation will be waiting to take us back to Cusco.

Note: If you wish to hike Huayna Picchu or Machu Picchu Mountain, you must book at least three months in advance, as availability is limited. An additional fee of US$70.00 applies.