Salkantay Trek 4 Days: Backpacker's Adventure

Wake up very early to go on bus for about 4hours from Cusco to Mollepata village and arriving about 7.30 for purchase some supplies and take a breakfast, then we'll have to drive one hour to reach the trailhead in  Cruzpata.

From there the hike is begining, we'll hiking in about 4hours to Soraypampa and then arrive to the valley of Apurimac River, during the trail is possible to see the snowy mountains especially the Salkantay mountain which has the best views on the road.

Already in the campsite after the lunch we can climb to the Humantay Lake and take the pictures from the Mountain, finished all latest we'll descend to the campsite again and rest because the next day will be the most challenging of the tour.

Early in the morning we'll have to be ready because the trail is coming strenuous, starting quietly for one hour to reach Soroycocha.

Now we'll have to climb for 3hours more arriving to the highest pass of the trail (4,800m), as a reward you can see and cherish the amazing landscapes of Salkantay Mountain and lagoons.

After see the beauty on the road we'll have to descend to Wayracmachay (3,800m) where we have a lunch and rest to continue until our next campsite.

In about 3hours of hiking we'll arrive to the campsite in Chaullay.

Get up while the sunrising at 5.00 and continue the hike to Play Sahuayaco where we can see the Collpabamba town which it has beautiful waterfalls, a green vegetation and a variety of animals. 

Then after cherish the biodiversity we have to take a bus until the hydroelectric train station.

From the train station we'll go to Aguas Calientes where we'll have a dinner and rest becasue tomorrow will be the  best day, the visit to the citadel and Machu Picchu mountain, no doubts will be unforgettable and wonderful.

Be ready earlier because is the  best day, the visit to Machu Picchu, starting with a good breakfast either of markets or restaurants, exploring the citadel and then climbing to the ruins of the Mountain, already there we can have a guided tour among the Inca ruins while at the same time we'll listening the histories of each monument of the area.

Finally if you want, is possible to climb the Huayna Picchu mountain because from there you can take the best pictures of the tour, the beautiful views of the Inca citadel and also the ruins.

Is necessary to booking with anticipation because many travellers want to climb the mountain to see the landscapes of the Inca side.

Pre-Trek Briefing:
Our guide will visit your hotel a day before the trek for a briefing and will provide a duffel bag for your personal belongings.

Note: It's crucial to inform us about your accommodation in Cusco.

Professional Guides:
Experienced bilingual Tour Guides who grew up in the region and have a passion for teaching others about their heritage will ensure your safety and happiness.

Note: A group of up to 8 participants has 1 Tour Guide, while groups over 8 participants receive 2 Tour Guides.

Accommodation:
Camping (3 Nights) and a Hostel in Machu Picchu (1 Night).

Entrance:
Entrance fee to Machu Picchu Circuit 1 or 2.

Professional Cook + Meals:
3x breakfast, 3x lunch, 3x dinner, 2x afternoon hot beverages. Our Salkantay Trek chefs prepare delicious meals, and if you're vegetarian or have dietary restrictions, please inform us in advance. The vegetarian meal option is at no extra cost.

Muleteer + Horses:
Our horses will carry all camping equipment for your trek and 7 kg for your personal belongings + Sleeping bag.

Cooking Equipment:
Tables and chairs, cooking tent with cooking equipment, dining and toilet tents, and bottled gas.

Tourist Transportation:
Early morning transfer by private bus to Cruzpata, the initial point of the trek. The train service concludes at Ollantaytambo Train Station, where our driver will be waiting to take you to Cusco.

First Aid Kit including Emergency Oxygen Bottle:
Our guide, trained in first aid by a physician, will always have a first-aid kit for basic medical problems (traveler’s diarrhea, cuts, scrapes, etc.) and oxygen.

• Breakfast on the day 1 and lunch on the last day;
• Travel insurance;
• Entrance fee to Salkantay (U$ 8);
• Entrance fee to Huayna Picchu (U$80);
• Train ticket from Aguas Calientes to Cusco (U$ 68)
• Transportation from Playa Sahuyaco - Hidrolectrica (U$ 20)
• A shuttle bus between Aguas Calientes and Machu Picchu (U$12 - one way - U$ 24 round trip);
• Water every day (you can buy on the trail, there are small local markert);
• Inflatable mattress (Term-a-Rest Mattress) U$ 25; 
• A sleeping bag (for up to -5°C) U$ 20;
• Emergency Horse (U$ 100)
• Tips to local staff (please note: it is a custom to give tips in Peru; however, it is not obligatory);
• Other extras not mentioned.

Luggage and backpacker for you Trekking

Generally speaking you should pack as lightly as possible. The horses carry your luggage from Soraypampa (1st day) to Playa camping (3th day). 3 day hike, our chef takes your luggage by bus to Hidrolectrica. From there to Aguas Calientes, you are expected to carry your own luggage (max 3 hrs), in case, the local train running, our chef take your luggage to the town. We recommend keeping the weight under 7 kg/15lb. You will need to carry clothes.

If very important your take best cover backpacker, because the weather in Salkantay trek is change every date, we can’t predict it raining or no. If you don’t have, we recommended to put your clothes, sleeping bag and other personal equipment inside the plastic bag.

What do you take to the Salkantay?

• Original passport ,
• Original ISIC (an international student card if applicable)
• Pocket money in Nuevos Soles,
• A backpack
• A small rucksack,
• Rain gear (a rain-jacket and a waterproof trousers or a rain poncho - this can be purchased in Cusco),
• Resistible footwear, waterproof trekking shoes are recommended,
• Sandals (for a higher comfort while at a campsite),
• Warm clothes such as a jacket, a fleece (thermal clothing is also recommended for cold nights during camping),
• Hat or a cap (to protect you against the Sun, rain as well as cold),
• Sun cream or sun block,
• After-sun cream or hydrating cream for face and body,
• Insect repellent – recommended minimum is 20% DEET (please note that no malaria cases have been reported during this trip!),
• Camera and its charger/batteries (please note that batteries are consumed quickly under cold conditions),
• Flashlight/headlamp + batteries,
• Handkerchiefs and toilet paper,
• Small towel and toiletries,
• Sufficient reserve of underwear,
• Swimsuit (to visit the thermal baths of Aguas Calientes),
• Snacks (biscuits, energy bars, chocolate, raw fruits, muesli, etc.)
  Please note: we do provide a daily morning snack and our meal service is very complete and well supplied. The recommendation of taken own snack applies only for customers who like a specific snack that might not be in our menu.
• Bottled water for the first morning and a water bottle to be refill.
• Optional: walking sticks; you can also rent it from us,
• Please note: we provide with filtered boiled water during the entire trek, but if you like to use water from streams along the trail, you need to take some water-purifying tablets with you.