The “Wild Mountain”. Salkantay, considered the second highest mountain in the Cusco region. At an altitude of 6271m (20573 ft) it is the highest peak in the Vilcabamba Mountain Range. It is located northeast of the city of Cusco.
Salkantay Trek and Inca Trail. During our walk, we climbed up to 5,228 meters above sea level, with beautiful views of the landscapes, here we will have the opportunity to observe the Vilcabamba mountain chain, this walk connects with the classic Inca Trail to Machu Picchu for the last four days . The total duration of this Salkantay Trek and Inca Trail is 7 days and 6 nights.
Our program is ideal for groups of friends, families, newlyweds. We are small group operators, this service is personalized, our professional guides and support staff give you the attention of life. The 4 days of the Inca trail, you will have a personal porter to carry your 7 kg personal equipment, so you can enjoy the trail. Reserve in advance. Salkantay Trek and Inca Trail 7 Days
We offer daily departures on the Inca trail and alternative routes: check availability here. – Salkantay Trek and Inca Trail.
Overview
Salkantay Trek and Inca Trail:
A good alternative to discover and enjoy the 2 most famous trails in South America, and enjoy an unforgettable experience, walking through quiet areas. Here you will arrive close to the sky, the Inkachiriasca pass is at a height of 5,300 meters above sea level, the highest point of our tour, we will also be able to observe a wide variety of animals in the area, and interact with the local people.
Here you can also enjoy the classic Inca trail and the archaeological complexes that exist in the area, where the culture and history remain intact, and finally enjoy the Inca city of Machu Picchu, enjoy this unique adventure in the Andes, organize your vacations with professional people and a 100% local company.
Useful Information
- Starting Altitude – 2,900m / 9515.ft.
- Highest Altitude – 5,300m / 17,380.ft
- Walking Distance – 60.5 km / 37.5 miles
- Coldest Night – Day 1 around 0º Celsius
- Meals – Breakfast / Lunchs / Dinners
- Accommodation: Camping facilities
- Overall Difficulty – Moderate / Challenging
Overview Day to Day
- DAY 01: CUSCO – MOLLEPATA – CHALLACANCHA.
- DAY 02: CHALLACANCHA – SORAYPAMAPA-SALKANTAYPAMPA.
- DAY 03: SALKANTAYPAMPA-INCACHIRIASKA-PAMPACAHUANA.
- DAY 04: PAMPACAHUANA-WAYLLABAMBA-LLULLUCHAPAMPA.
- DAY 05: LLUCHAPAMPA-PACAYMAYO-CHAQUICOCHA.
- DAY 06: CHAQUICOCHA-PHUYUPATAMARCA-WIÑAYWAYNA.
- DAY 07: WIÑAYWAYNA – MACHU PICCHU – CUSCO.
Itinerary
DAY 01: CUSCO – MOLLEPATA – CHALLACANCHA.
Salkantay Trek and Inca Trail. We pick you up from your hotel at 6:00 am to begin our journey to ‘Tarawasi’ (2600 m) an important Inca archaeological complex, 2 hours from Cusco. Here we will have our breakfast and then toward Mollepata – this is where we meet our horseman and mules to begin our trek. We walked about 3 hours to reach the place of our lunch and camping (Challacancha 3500m). From here, we have magnificent mountain views Huamantay, which is over 5750 meters Overnight here.
- Meals: Lunch – tea – dinner
- Accommodation: Camping facilities
- Minimum altitude: 2750 m
- Maximum altitude: 3850 m
- Distance: 08km / 9miles
- Time: 5h approximately
- Difficulty: moderate.
DAY 02: CHALLACANCHA – SORAYPAMPA – SALKANTAYPAMPA.
We have breakfast and then start walking towards Soraypampa by 03.00 hours (3800m). This point has stunning views of the snow-capped Humantay (5917msnm) and Salkantay (6271m). Here we have lunch and a rest. Then we go up the mountain for about an hour to visit the lagoon Humantay and then continue until you reach Salkantay pampa located at a height of 4100.msnm Our camp.
- Meals: Breakfast-lunch – tea – dinner
- Accommodation: Camping facilities
- Minimum altitude: 3850 m
- Maximum altitude: 4120 m
- Distance: 10km / 6miles
- Time: 5h approximately
- Difficulty: moderate.
DAY 03: SALKANTAYPAMPA – INCACHIRIASKA – PAMPACAHUANA.
Very early to have breakfast and then begin our trek to the pass which is Incachiriaska height. 5228 m. This is the highest point in our hike and from here; We have a magnificent view of Salkantay mountain dela or ‘wild’ mountain (6271 m) and small lakes that are located at the base of the imposing Nevado. There is also the chance to see wild rabbits and other typical animals native to the Peruvian Andes – llamas, guanacos and vicunas. After reaching the pass, we descend to Sisaypampa lunch spot and then continue along a quiet country road to reach the community Pampacawana (4000m) where we camp. I spent the night.
- Meals: Breakfast – lunch – tea – dinner
- Accommodation: Camping facilities
- Minimum altitude: 4000 m
- Maximum altitude: 5,220 meters
- Distance: 21km / 13.5 miles
- Time: 9h about
- Difficulty: challenging
DAY 04: PAMPACAHUANA – WAYLLABAMBA – LLULLUCHAPAMPA.
After breakfast we start walking through a beautiful valley where we can observe Andean flora and fauna up to the archaeological site ‘Paucarcancha’ where we have a guided tour and lunch, here we say goodbye to our horseman, and this part of the way we use porters ( law of the carrier and Inca Trail) follow the road until you reach Llulluchapampa (3850 12631 meters) campsite. Overnight
- Meals: Breakfast – lunch – tea – dinner
- Accommodation: Camping facilities
- Minimum altitude: 3800 m
- Maximum altitude: 4000 m
- Distance: 21km / 13.5 miles
- Time: 9h about
- Difficult: moderate.
DAY 05: LLUCHAPAMPA – PACAYMAYO – CHAQUICOCHA.
After breakfast, we begin a climb to the pass of wuarmihuañusca (called ‘Dead Woman’s Pass’ because of its image from a distance) which is 4200 m. From here, we will have a breathtaking view of the stunning Inca Trail, and Then we descend to Pacamayu for lunch. After a break, we climbed over the mountain to visit the archaeological site of ‘Runcuracay’ and get to Runkurakay pass (4000m). Where we will have beautiful views of the surrounding mountains and from here we start a descent with a beautiful landscape to the Inca site ‘Sayacmarca’. Where we will have a short break here before continuing to Chaquicocha (3660 m) where we will camp. I spent the night
- Meals: Breakfast – lunch – tea – dinner
- Accommodation: Camping facilities
- Minimum altitude: 3600 m
- Maximum altitude: 3800 m
- Distance: 21km / 13.5 miles
- Time: 9h about
- Difficult: challenge.
DAY 06: CHAQUICOCHA – PHUYUPATAMARCA – WIÑAYWAYNA.
Here we have a beautiful sunrise, after breakfast start to walk towards Wiñaywayna. On the way we pass the archaeological sites of ‘Phuyupatamarca’ (‘Cloud City’) and ‘Intipata’. To reach wiñaywayna (2680m. Place the camp here after lunch and a short rest visit the Inca site of the same name ‘Wiñaywayna’ (‘Forever Young’). Overnight.
- Accommodation: Camping facilities
- Minimum altitude: 2620M
- Maximum altitude: 3600 m
- Distance: 13km / 12.5 miles
- Time: about 7h
- Difficult: moderate.
DAY 07: WIÑAYWAYNA – MACHU PICCHU – CUSCO.
This last day we will have breakfast very early (4.00 am). And then to go to the control which opens at 5.30am, from this point, start walking by 01.30 .Hrs towards the ‘Inti Punku’ (Gate of the Sun ‘) (2730 m) .from this place you will have the first view of Machu Picchu (2400m) and the sunrise over it! After a while there, we walked the last part of the journey to the place where you can take the classic photo (picture postcard) Finally, we visited Machu Picchu.
The guide will offer a visit (about 2 hours) and after that, you have free time to explore the city and if you still have energy, you can also climb Huayna Picchu mountain (2720m), It takes 45 minutes to reach the top.
To return to Aguas Calientes have 2 options, walking or bus (optional) where you will meet your guide back for lunch and receive his train ticket to return to the city of Cusco.
- Meals: Breakfast and drinking water.
- Distance: 6km
- Difficulty: Easy
Note: The level of difficulty depends a lot on your fitness and acclimatization
Inclusions
OUR TOURS INCLUDE:
- Professional guide, bilingual
- Pick up from hotel in the morning.
- Service train back to Ollanta.
- Entrance to Salkantay Park, Inca Trail and Machu Picchu
- 6 breakfasts, 6 lunches, 6 afternoon snack, 6 dinners and various snacks to eat.
- Dining tent with tables and chairs
- Chef.
- Tent 2 person
- Sleeping pad
- Horsemen and mules
- Porters for the Inca trail (they carry cooking and camping equipment)
- Bus Ticket from Machu Picchu to Aguas Calientes.
- Oxygen bottle
- First aid
IT’S NOT INCLUDED.
- First breakfast
- Last lunch
- Extra expenses (tips)
Should Bring
WHAT YOU SHOULD BRING:
- Original passport (International Student Card (ISIC) if applicable)
- Sleeping bag (not included but can be rented from us)
- Hiking boots
- Waterproof jacket / rain poncho
- Warm jacket
- Hat and gloves
- Shirts
- Comfortable pants
- Sun hat
- Reusable plastic or metal water container or camel bags.
- Water (only for first 4 hours of walking, we offer-cold boiled water).
- Sunscreen (factor 70 recommended)
- Insect repellent
- Personal articles
- Personal medications
- Camera and battery.
- Flashlight with extra batteries.
OPTIONAL TO TAKE:
- Shorts
- Stick (with rubber tip)
- Plastic headbands
- Flips flops
- Extra money
- Swimwear hot springs in Aguas Calientes town, not included
OPTIONAL SERVICES (NOT INCLUDED):
- Sleeping Bag ($.35)
- Walking Stick ($.25)
- Small Backpack ($.15)
- Individual tent. ($.25)
Accommodation
Price
IMPORTANT: Prices depend on the service you hire and the number of people. You have to be flexible with your travel dates (giving alternatives of 1 or 2 days on each side of the preferred date), the availability for specific dates can change quickly since there are only 500 spaces on the Inca Trail per day
Prices: Season 2024
Group Service
- U$. 1,200 per Person (Minimun 2 people)
Discounts
- Student Discount (only with active card): U$.15
- Under 18 years Discount: U$.20
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