Luxury Trekking to Salkantay
Witness breathtaking views of the Andes
The Peruvian Andes are at their most breathtaking and dramatic during this seven-day hike. Join us on an ancient and unspoiled trail called the Salkantay route as we hike during the day and stay in lodges overnight.
On your first two nights, you will have the opportunity to acclimate while exploring Inca sites and trekking to Lake Humantay, which is fed by glaciers and offers breathtaking views of Mount Salkantay. After climbing to the trail's highest point on day three, you'll begin to drop into the Santa Teresa Valley as the Salkantay River winds its way along. The sixth day of your trek will take you over the Llactapata Pass, where you will get your first view of Machu Picchu. The seventh day will see you taking the train to the citadel. Last day: return to Cusco after a guided tour of the ruins.
We go on our treks in small groups. If you are interested in trekking during your luxury trip to Peru, please inquire for a detailed itinerary. Alternately, you can arrange a private camping trip that is shorter than the whole route.
Travel to Salkantay Trekking
As you travel across diverse landscapes, you'll get to see things like foggy boulder fields, views of glacier mountain peaks, and cattle drives in remote alpine regions. Amazing landscapes, verdant flora, and fascinating ancient sites will surround you the whole way. People who live here are very attached to their Andean roots, and you will meet some of them and learn about their culture as you go.
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Experiences in Salkantay Trekking
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Salkantay Pass
At an impressive 4,630 meters in altitude, ascending the Salkantay Pass constitutes a formidable yet gratifying segment of the ascent. It offers awe-inspiring vistas of the surrounding mountains, including Salkantay Mountain, and is the summit of the trail. Although the ascent to the pass require...
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Humantay Lake
The Humantay Lake is encompassed by formidable glaciers, including the majestic Nevado Salkantay and Humantay, which, upon thawing, produce the magnificent Humantay lagoon. A visit to this location will revolutionize your perspective of nature; you will be able to photograph the local flora and f...
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Soraypampa
The Choquequirao Regional Conservation Area's sphere of influence is situated in the Mollepata district of Anta province, where the Soraypampa campsite is situated, 128 kilometers from Cuzco and 18 kilometers from Mollepata. The temperature exhibits seasonal variation, dropping to -6ºC in the win...
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Salkantay Mountain
Observe awe-inspiring landscapes such as waterfalls, mountains, skies, valleys brimming with color, rare vegetation and fauna, and the cloud forest. Follow the awe-inspiring Salkantay glacier upon your hike. Awe-inspiring experiences include exploring the ancient citadel of Machu Picchu.
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Santa Rosa
Paid campsites featuring rudimentary showers and facilities, yet offering picturesque canyon views. Adjacent to a private hut that offers sustenance and basic meals. A second nearby family-run business utilizes mules and horses, but becomes extremely troublesome. Just up the hill from...
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