4-Day Salkantay Trek with Sky Camp Stay

What's Included

Meeting and pickup

Itinerary

Day 1
Cusco - Mollepata - Challacancha - Soraypampa - Humantay Lake
2 stops
1
Kickstart this journey early in the morning. You'll travel to Mollepata for breakfast and then to the starting point of the trek of Challacancha. The first trail will be a 3-hour moderate hike with fantastic valley views to our first camp in Soraypampa, where you’ll settle in your igloo.
6 hours • Admission ticket included
2
Humantay Lake
In the afternoon, you'll hike up to the iconic Humantay Lake, which is a 3-hour round trail to the top. All your efforts are rewarded as you can watch this glacier gem and Humantay Mountain from the upper parts. Back at Camp, you'll share a filling dinner with your group and fall asleep gazing at the stars through your glass-roofed igloo.
3 hours • Admission ticket included
Day 2
Soraypampa - Salkantay Pass - Wayracmachay - Chaullay
1 stop
3
This is the most challenging day as you conquer the trek's highest point, the Salkantay Pass (4,630 m / 15,190 ft). It'll take 4 hours to reach the top, but you will be rewarded by the stunning views of Salkantay Mountain. You’ll also be able to see the surrounding peaks and have plenty of time for photoshoots. Later, you'll walk downhill to the green borders of the Cloud Forest and experience the drastic climate change between the snow peaks and the edge of the jungle. After a midway lunch, end this day at the next Campsite in Chaullay for another great dinner and sleep in the Andean Huts.
10 hours • Admission ticket included
Day 3
Chaullay - La Playa - Hidroelectrica - Aguas Calientes
1 stop
4
This morning, you'll hike to the next stop, La Playa. This section is across the chock-full Peruvian high jungle. It’ll be a test for your eyes, as you'll spot birds and wild orchids only found here. After lunch in La Playa, you’ll stop at a nearby farm. You’ll learn all about coffee, participate with the locals on harvest, and grind your grains for a cup. After the experience, a short drive takes you to Hidroelectrica train station. You can either continue the 3-hour scenic hike on the rail tracks along the Urubamba River or take the train to Aguas Calientes for an extra fee. You'll check in to your hotel or simply explore the town. Tonight, you'll eat dinner at a restaurant and rest early to wake up before dawn tomorrow.
9 hours • Admission ticket included
Day 4
Machu Picchu!
1 stop
5
Machu Picchu
Today's to round off the trip at Machu Picchu. Before the large groups arrive, you'll rise before the sun to take the first bus to the World Wonder. You'll have a 2-3 hour tour in the morning and cover the crucial spots with your guide before having more time for photoshoots. You can also go on the extra mountain hikes (Huayna Picchu or Machu Picchu) for unrivaled summit views of the Citadel. In the afternoon, you'll head down to Aguas Calientes and have time to eat lunch in a restaurant before boarding the train to Ollantaytambo. From there, our private transport takes you back directly to your hotel in Cusco.
3 hours • Admission ticket included

Additional info

• 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. If Circuit 2 is unavailable on your selected date, we’ll provide access to Circuit 1 or 3 at no additional cost (subject to availability)

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