Salkantay Premium Trek 5 Days: Glamping Adventure to Machu Picchu
Description
Experience an unforgettable journey with the premium Salkantay Trek to Machu Picchu. See the beauty of the Andes Mountains by visiting the Humantay Lake, the Salkantay Pass, and the Wonder of Machu Picchu. This crafted adventure combines awe-inspiring landscapes with upscale lodges offering cozy beds, great food, and private facilities. The small group sizes ensure personalized attention and seamless logistics, allowing you to fully embrace the journey without worries.
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Pickup Locations & Times
We recommend booking hotels in the center of Cusco. We pick up all travelers from their hotels between 04:30 and 05:00 am.
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Important Information
- Service animals allowed
- 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. Book this trip at least five months in advance to secure spaces.
- Passport name, number, expiry and country is required at time of booking for all participants
- Please ensure your passport is up to date and ready for use on your travel day
- Children aged 12 and over may participate and must be accompanied by a responsible adult at all times.
- Keep in mind this hike is a challenging trek. travellers have to be in good health and physical shape to fully enjoy every moment of this adventure.
- Vegetarian or, vegan options are available, please advise at time of booking if required
Reviews(1,396)
I booked this trip with my 15 year old daughter to do something adventurous and challenging and it certainly did not disappoint. We saw so many incredible things that its impossible to say what was best. The first two days were the most challenging but were still very doable. I am 54 years old and not an experienced hiker and still was able to manage. I loved the diversity of the trip, going from glaciers to jungles and seeing the history and culture of the region. The lodging locations were unique and stunning. The food was delicious. Every night our chef prepared a great meal with several dishes. You certainly did not go hungry. Lastly, the thing that made the experience complete was our guide, Jose! From the minute we met him, he was attentive and caring. He put a lot of effort making sure we had everything we needed. He continously fed us information about the places we visited. He always went above and beyond for us. He knew all of the good spots for pictures and served as our personal photographer. I would definitely recommend Salkantay Trekking and if you are lucky, you will get Jose as your guide.
We are a family of 4, two teenagers aged 13 and 16 who did the Salkantay in 5 days. The experience was incredible. The food, the accommodation, the days of hiking, and the guide, everything was perfect! I have nothing but good words! The children loved their experience, Franz the guide was very kind to them and allowed them to have confidence throughout the trek. The organization was perfect, a relaxed guide, adaptive to the group, very friendly! I highly recommend this guide to you: Franz the Andean goat ;)
This was quite an experience! Hard work trekking, but our guide, Joel Fuentes, is outstanding and got us there in one piece while simultaneously sharing his fund of knowledge. The views along the way are spectacular and definitely something to experience. The support staff—chef, sous-chef and horseman—all did a fantastic job in their roles. Highly recommended as long as you’re up for a physical challenge! (Family of 5—59, 57, 23, 21, 18)
Nico was an excellent tour guide, and the entire cooking staff made the trek an unforgettable experience. Every meal was freshly prepared by Juan Carlos and was absolutely delicious. Nico's knowledge of the Salkantay Trek and the history of Machu Picchu added so much to the journey. Our trekking group was wonderful. We met such lovely couples and made incredible memories together. Although the trek was challenging, there were plenty of options to accommodate hikers of different abilities, making it an enjoyable experience for everyone. I highly recommend this trek and this amazing team!
A beautiful life changing experience in the Andes. Everything was perfectly planned, and Marco Antonio our guide did a phenomenal job bringing his passion and energy in his explanations of nature, Inca civilization, and the Andes. The journey through the Salkantay pass and descent into the jungle allowed us to appreciate the natural beauty of the area. Food was delicious and accommodations were fantastic along the way - very comfortable! Machu Picchu was magical - book this once in a lifetime experience with Salkantay Trekking. They are professional, safe, and very well organized! They are the best!!!
The Salkantay 5 day premium trek was incredible in all ways: Hiking, views, food, history and culture. Our guide was knowledgeable, patient and entertaining. All of the other staff were also wonderful. I think Premium was worth it for everything included. I would highly recommend this trek to anyone looking for a mix of outdoors and culture!
Great company! Marco as our guide was the best; informative, funny, and did I say funny! Seriously the best trip we’ve ever taken.
Amazing guides and great views with great accommodations.
Everything excellent, nothing to object to, everything fulfilled and the guide Ramiro Alvarez is a total pro.
We had a wonderful tour with Jose and Leo!
