Salkantay Trek to Machu Picchu 5D/4N

Salkantay Trek to Machu Picchu 5D/4N

5 Days Starting and ending in Cusco, Peru

Visiting: SORAYPAMPA, Colcapampa, Santa Teresa, Aguas Calientes, Cusco

Tour operator:

Bamba Travel

Tour code:

10190

Guide Type:

Fully Guided

Group size:

1 - 16

Physical rating:

Easy

Age range:

18-90

Special diets catered:

Vegetarians, Please contact Bamba Travel with any specific dietary requirements

Tour operated in:

English
From: $797

NB: Prices correct on 02-Nov-2024 but subject to change.

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Tour Overview

Embark on an unforgettable journey through the stunning Salkantay Trail to Machu Picchu, ideal for adventure seekers and nature enthusiasts. Traverse diverse landscapes from snow-capped peaks to lush cloud forests, experience authentic Andean culture, and camp under sparkling starlit skies. Highlights include exploring ancient Inca ruins, soaking in breathtaking panoramic views, and ultimately reaching the iconic Machu Picchu. This trek offers a perfect blend of physical challenge and scenic beauty, promising a truly immersive outdoor adventure in Peru.

Highlights

  • A challenging yet worthwhile trek to Machu Picchu.

  • Cross through snowy high passes

  • Enjoy incredible views of the Andean peaks

  • Reach the comfort of Aguas Calientes town

Itinerary

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Day 1: Soraypampa Camp, Peru

Location: SORAYPAMPA

Cuzco to Mollepata to Challacancha, Trek to Soraypampa Camp (3,920m) (L/D)

Today we pick you up between 5:00 - 5:15 am and travel by tourist-class bus to Mollepata (2,900m) where you can stretch your legs and buy snacks. Continue by car to Challacancha where we will make final preparations and double check our equipment. Embark on a 3-hour walk that will take us to Soraypampa (3,920m) where we will have lunch with panoramic views of beautiful snow-capped mountains. Hike up to Laguna de Humantay (approx. 1.5 hours each way) for more incredible views of the Andes mountains and then return to camp for the night. Our first campsite is located at 3,920m and is the highest and coldest campsite of the trip. Take some time to rest up, and enjoy your first night immersed in nature. Have dinner and go to sleep early.

Day 2: Colcapampa Camp, Peru

Location: Colcapampa

Trek to Challhuay or Colcapampa Camp via High Pass (4,650m) (B/L/D)
We will have breakfast at around 6:00 am and begin our 4-hour walk to the highest pass on this trek (4,650m) located halfway between 2 huge mountains; Salkantay (6,267m) and Humantay (5,900m). (Optional horse rental available to reach high pass for approx. 100 - 120 soles). From the pass, the views of the 2 snow-capped mountains are incredible with a possibility of snow here. After a 2-hour downhill hike, a well-deserved lunch will be served at Huayracpampa, followed by another 3-hour trek to our campsite at Challhuay or Colcapampa as we near the beginning of the high jungle region at 2,900 meters.

Day 3: Santa Teresa Town, Peru

Location: Santa Teresa

Trek to La Playa & Transfer to Santa Teresa Town (1,700m) (B/L/D)
After breakfast at 6:30 am, we start trekking for the day through the upper jungle crossing the Santa Teresa River and a variety of little brooks. Today we will pass through valleys and have wonderful views of waterfalls, tropical fruits and plants. We will have lunch at La Playa (2,200m) and continue by car to Santa Teresa town (1,700 meters), our camp for the night, with a warmer climate. After a rest, we have the option to visit the hot springs in Santa Teresa town (extra cost) and enjoy the well-deserved soothing water, a real treat after 3 hard days of trekking!

Day 4: Aguas Calientes, Peru

Location: Aguas Calientes

Trek to Hydroelectric Station & Aguas Calientes (B/L/D)
After having breakfast at 8:00 am, our last day on the trail will take us from Santa Teresa (1,700m) along a relaxing path for 3 hours to reach the hydroelectric station (1,880m) where a box lunch will be served. From here Aguas Calientes (2,010m) is another 3 hour slight uphill walk where we will finally have time to relax, recharge our batteries and get ready for our visit to Machu Picchu. Dinner at a local traditional restaurant.
*Optional bus transfer from Santa Teresa to the Hydroelectric Station is available for an extra cost.
*Optional train transfer from Hydroelectric Station to Aguas Calientes is available for extra cost.

Day 5: Machu Picchu, Peru

Location: Cusco

Explore Machu Picchu & Return to Cuzco(B)
We will catch one of the first buses (05:30 am) to Machu Picchu (25-minute ride) in order to appreciate the magnificent city in the early morning light as the mist dissipates. A walking tour (approximately 2 hours) is given by your guide and after this you can explore the mysterious city on your own. If you still have energy you can also climb the optional Huayna Picchu Peak inside the archaeological site (to be booked in advance at an extra cost). Take a bus back down to Aguas Calientes. Return by train to Ollantaytambo and take a bus to Cuzco. You will be dropped off late in the day at the Plaza San Francisco. Upon arrival you will need to make your own way to your accommodation. Arrival time in Cuzco 18:30 hrs approx.

What's Included

  • Accommodation

    4 nights Accommodation Camping and 3-star hotel

  • Transport

    All transfers as per itinerary
    Cuzco Accommodation Pick-Up
    Bus and train transfers
    Bus Ollantaytambo to Cuzco

  • Meals

    4 Breakfast(s), 4 Lunch(es), 4 Dinner(s)

  • Activities

    Salkantay Trek to Machu Picchu

  • Guides

    Professional bilingual guide

  • Extras

    Machu Picchu Entrance Fee
    Foam Sleeping Mat
    Emergency oxygen bottle
    Small group experience; Max 15, Avg 4
    Pre-departure briefing;
    Horseman and mules to carry cooking and camping equipment plus a total of 5 kilos for each trekker. (This includes 2.5 kilos for your sleeping bag & mattress plus 2.5 kilos of personal items.)

What's Not Included

  • Sleeping bag

  • Guide for bus and train transfers (these portions are on your own

  • Bottled Water

  • Day 1 Breakfast, Day 5 Lunch & Dinner

  • Airport Pick-Up/Drop-Off (please make your own way)

Check out our Q&As

  • Is there an age limit?

    No! Most of our bamba travellers fall between the ages of 18 - 35, but everyone is young at heart and welcome to come experience the world with us! If you are between the ages of 18 and 118, we invite you to travel with bamba and have the time of your life! Minors must be accompanied by an adult.

  • Who will be my travelling companions on the tour?

    Most of our trips cater to the adventurous independent traveller. In fact, many of our travellers arrive on their own and quickly find that they easily meet like-minded people along the way at their hostels, on transportation, or during activities.

  • Do I need travel insurance?

    We highly recommend purchasing travel insurance for your trip, especially when travelling in developing countries. Bamba does not include travel insurance of any type.Your current medical insurance may cover part of your trip, so it is important for you to become familiar with your current coverage. We recommend purchasing additional travel insurance that provides coverage for medical emergencies, emergency evacuation and repatriation, lost or stolen items and unforeseen cancellations. If you plan to participate in activities such as white-water rafting, trekking, sand-buggy rides, etc please make sure they are included in your policy.

Reviews from travellers on this tour

Very impressed with this Salkantay trek

43628

I would 100% recommend this to anyone who wants to do Machu Picchu! Bamba planned everything out for us really well so we didn't need to worry about any logistics. Food was surprisingly delicious. Seeing the sun rise at Machu Picchu was one of the most beautiful things I've ever seen!

Sucessful Trek

43644

Once we started hiking it became apparent that we had an excellent guide (Vidal). My parents are 59 years old and in fairly good condition, compound that with the fact that we live at sea level, and they could be in for a rough trip. During the entire trek, Vidal made sure he paid attention to the people in the front of the group, while still making sure my parents were within their comfort zone and still able to have an enjoyable trip. Along the trek, we would make stops and Vidal would give us some local information or just a small history lesson about the spot where we stood. I honestly believe his personality and leadership helped make this trip a success for us.

Best guide

43347

My friends and i had a fantastic trip with Eddy. We Saw a lot of things and he had so much knowledge about inka history. Nice, funny and friendly guide!

Highlight of the Peru holidays

43262

The team from Bamba was excellent! Our Tourguide Edwin was very ambitious about the trek. He told us a lot interesting Facts during the hike. Especially the tour at Machu Picchu was very interesting. He knew a lot about it. The rest of the team was also very nice and helpful. Mr. Grimaldo cooked very good Food. He cooked very tasty vegetarian Food, especially for me.

One of my best decisions.

43735

I don't have enough words for how much I enjoyed our Salkantay hike. 5 days of unbelievable views that you can never get used to!!! Great guide, clean campsites (and the 3* hotel on the last night is a treat!), and level of organisation from the tour operator.

Greatest experience ever

43566

Me and my friend went to Peru for the incatrail and had the best time of our life. Ceasar and Luis were our tourguides and made this hike special, we felt like a family, had fun +they informed us about the Inca sights very well. The Organisation was amazing and the food omg this was just amazing, the best food we had while traveling in Peru. Unbelievable what they made possible. I would highly recommend it!!!

Rewarding trek and amazing team

43740

Our 5-day Salkantay trek was amazing. The hike is not so easy and one of the guys in the group struggled a bit on day 2 but our guide Anderson was so patient and motivating! We had all bonded like old friends by the last day. Special thanks to our cook, porters and the rest of the Bamba customer team who were really helpful on the phone.

Hike of a lifetime

43782

This 5 day trek was a dream come true. The landscape changed everyday and was SO beautiful - from forests to mountains to local villages. Our guide was fantastic and we were fed very well. The trek was quite a challenge in parts, but it's totally worth it.

Salkantay to Machu Picchu

43705

Can’t say enough about how great Vidal was and how lucky we were in getting him as our guide. Also, Victor was our cook and he was amazing. I’ve never had such great food and definitely didn’t expect it on a trek like this. He could make something out of nothing. We definitely ate like kings on the trek - super natural and healthy! Definitely top of the list vacations. Thanks so much!!

Amazing guide and views

43782

The hike was beautiful, empowering and unforgettable! The tour operator was very reliable and professional, I believe they have been in the business for a long time. Our guide Anderson was a champion! Highly recommended.

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