About this experience
Salkantay trek 5 days is the second most popular route after the Inca trail that takes you to see Machupicchu. Considered one of the best trekking in the world, the Salkantay Trek 5 days offers you a variety of Peruvian ecosystems; From deserts and jungles to mountain passes and lagoons
Hike a beautiful mountain pass at the foot of the Salkantay Mountain and explore the local organic coffee plantation, camp at Llaqtapata (amazing camping spot with Machu Picchu in the distance) and end the trek at Machu Picchu
At a glance
- Duration: 120 hr
Plan your experience
Set aside 120 hr for the experience itself, with additional time to reach your meeting or pickup point.
Before you go
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
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What is included
- Exclusive train on the last day to return to Cusco.
- Pick up from your hotel on the morning of the tour.
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Breakfast
- Buses up and down to Machu Picchu
- All transportation for the duration of the trek.
- All meals during the Trek with local natural ingredients.
- Three nights camping in the mountains with comfortable equipment.
- Highly trained professional mountain tourism guides.
- chefs, porters and horses.
- First Aid Kit/Portable Emergency Oxygen Tank.
- Entrance ticket to Salkantay and Machu Picchu.
- Security information the day before the tour at 6:00 pm in our office.
- One night in a 3-star hotel in Aguas Calientes.
Not included
- Sleeping bags, air mattresses and trekking poles. (can be rented with us)
- Lunch on the last day
- Tips (optional)
- Huayna Picchu Mountain Tickets
Itinerary and highlights
See the overview, available options and booking details for the experience schedule.
Meeting and pickup information
- Our guide will be identified with a t-shirt or jacket with our company logo so you can easily recognize us.
Languages and tickets
- English — Audio
- English — Guide
- English — Written
- Spanish — Audio
- Spanish — Guide
- Spanish — Written
- Mobile Only
Tour operator
- Ali Peru Treks - Travel Agency
Accessibility and practical details
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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