PERU · SALKANTAY TREK
This is the shortlist worth sending to whoever you are travelling with: 15 salkantay treks, each with its price, its traveller verdict and the one thing to know before you commit.
5-day Salkantay trek from Cusco to Machu Picchu in a small group, with meals, camping, transfers, and early citadel entry.
“Wonderful people, sights, and food all in one package. It will kick your butt but it's well worth it.”
4-day Salkantay Trek to Machu Picchu via Humantay Lake, Sky Camp igloos, small-group vibes, and early-entry citadel access.
“Freddy Apaza and his team did a fantastic job with the 4 day Salkantay Trek! They made our group comfortable, and were attentive to all of our needs! I highly recommend this opportunity to anyone!”
Glass cabañas, Hobbit House, gourmet meals, and Machu Picchu on a small-group Salkantay trek from Cusco with safety gear and transport.
“Alpaca Expéditions est vraiment une équipe extraordinaire ! Ils sont vigilants et dévoués. Une aventure magnifique !”
Premium 5-day Salkantay Trek from Cusco to Machu Picchu with Humantay Lake, Sky Camp, Jungle Domes, and dawn entry to the citadel.
“I loved my experience on the Salkantay Premium Trek with Carlos, the Mountain King! The hiking was challenging but so rewarding. Carlos always made sure he fully prepared us for each day and took great care of us on the mountain! He alwaRead more”
Guided 5 day Salkantay trek from Cusco to Machu Picchu with early bus timing, organic food, camping, and covered transport.
“This was a once in a lifetime experience which was made even better by our fantastic tour guide Manolo, along with his crew of Raymundo, Rosalio & Elario. We learnt about the local history of each area and saw some breathtaking views on Read more”
5-day Salkantay Trek with glamping domes, Humantay Lake, optional hot springs, and guided Machu Picchu Circuit 2.
“Although I booked an english tour, the tourguides could not speak english. Communication was really tough. It was not clear when and what happens. When it was important other clients translated for the rest of the group.. Also they seemeRead more”
Classic 4-day Salkantay trek to Machu Picchu from Cusco, with guided hiking, hot springs, coffee and Pachamanca, and included train.
“Great Guides! Itvwas a wonderfull trip. The Nature is awesome and the food from the Chefs was super tasty. Can recomend!”
Two-day Humantay Lake and Salkantay Pass trek from Cusco, with Sky Camp night, glacier views, and the Path of the 7 Snakes.
“This was such an amazing once in a lifetime kind of tour. From start to finish, the Salkantay Trekking team was so organized and had open communication. We got lucky and had Jackson as our guide. He is hands down the best tour guide I’ve had. He was friendly and professional. Always available to answer questions and provided tons of information. He was kind and patient, we never felt rushed when we fell behind in the group. He encouraged us to keep going! We enjoyed all the food during this two-day trip as well. The chef made delicious food and there was plenty to go around. We enjoyed sharing our…”
5 days trekking Salkantay to Machu Picchu with Sky Lodge Dome glamping, included train and entrance, plus hot-spring recovery in Aguas Calientes.
“It was such an amazing experience. Requires physical fitness otherwise you would be very difficult to finish. We had a group of very interesting people and enjoyed our time together. José and Asencio were amazing guides. They make sure that we all were part of the team and had to support one another. They did the best to respond to our requests. The food was very delicious, healthy and abundant.”
4-day Salkantay trek to Machu Picchu with a small group, crowd-free camps, a coffee-field experience, and a guided site visit.
“The Salkantay tour was a 10/10! Our tour guide Elvis was exceptional and made the tour an experience of a lifetime. The meals from our chef were also some of the best food I’ve had in Peru. Everyone from SAM travel was kind and helpful. You could tell they wanted you to have an enjoyable time. Would highly recommend this trek.”
5-day all-inclusive Salkantay trek from Cusco to Machu Picchu, small group, entrance fees and hotel included with guided citadel tour.
“Fantastic guides thank you Edwin and unbelievable food. Got sick night one at altitude after spending a few days in Cusco before we started and the guides didn’t have any meds or have accommodations to help (unless I paid a lot more money for a horse). Thankfully our group had some med school students with altitude meds and meds for all types of sickness that really helped. Overall fantastic and unforgettable experience just be more prepared with meds”
A 3 day Salkantay Trek challenge from Cusco to Machu Picchu with a pass crossing, hut and hotel nights, plus train and guides.
“Salkantay Trekking does a great job in ensuring all the conditions are set for this hard challenge to be doable for everyone.”
5-day small-group Salkantay trek to Llactapata and Machu Picchu, with horse support, guided history, and an Aguas Calientes hotel stay.
“We celebrated our 20-year anniversary up on the Salkantay trail. The experience was phenomenal from the beauty of the place to the high quality of service by our guide Carlos, the cook, and the horseman. We really felt like everything was made to attend to our needs. Although it was challenging for first timers to hike in high altitude, we were able to go at our own pace and still enjoy the experience fully.”
Premium 5-day Salkantay trek from Cusco to Machu Picchu, with included camping, meals, guided hikes, and a sunrise visit.
“Trip of a lifetime. Jhimmy with conde travel made this experience somehow even better. Everything exceeded expectations which were already high to begin with.”
5 days hiking the Salkantay Trail from Humantay Lake to Machu Picchu, with glamping, Pachamanca, and a Vistadome or 360 train back.
“In particular our guide, Roger, was fantastic. He must be the best guide TreXperience has, and one of the best I have experienced during many years of worldwide travel.”
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