Tours/Cusco/Salkantay Trek 4 Days to Machu Picchu by Glamping Sky Lodge Dome
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Salkantay Trek 4 Days to Machu Picchu by Glamping Sky Lodge Dome

4.9(72)Cusco1 hour
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Description

4 Day Salkantay Mountain, Humantay Lake and Llacatapata incan trail to Machupicchu in Sky domes SALKANTAY TREK & HUMANTAY LAKE GLAMPING IN DOMES • Explore the Humantay Lake • Climb up to Salkantay Pass 4600 meters high and see the Sacred Salkantay Snow capped mountain • Walk on an Ancient Inca Salkantay Trail • Explore the Machupicchu Sacred city Departure Point: Cusco - We pick you up from your hotel. Departure Time: Between 4:00am - 05:00am Briefing Point: Our guide will visit your hotel 2 or 1 day before the trek between 6:00 to 6:30pm Return Point: Cusco - Our driver will drop-off in your hotel or Airbnb apartment Physical Rating: 3 - Demanding -  Some high-altitude hikes or more strenuous activities, but accessible to most healthy travellers

Tour Options

Salkantay trek to Machu Picchu
  • 4 Day Salkantay, Humantay Lake and Llactapata Incan site to Machu Picchu, A great Expeditions sleeping in sky DOMES Pickup included

Highlights

A T-shirt of (I survived the Salkantay Trek to Machu Picchu)
Horseman, Horses or Porters to carry food, Camping, Cooking equipment and personal belonging (7 kg)
01 night in Hotel in aguas calientes(Private Shower & Bathroom)
Accommodation 02 Sky Lodge Dome (Based on 02 beds, 03 beds, 04 beds room) Upon Request
Machupicchu entrance fee
Expedition Train Back from Aguas Calientes to Ollantaytambo and Bus back to Cusco
First-aid kit including emergency oxygen bottle
Briefing a night before we do the trek/trip
Professional Guide, Cook & Cooking equipment
Duffel bag (for your personal belongings) and Rain Ponchos
Pick up from Hotel
Tourist Bus from Cusco to Challacancha(Trailhead)
Meals: 3 breakfasts, 3 lunches, 3 dinners and 3 afternoon hot teas. Vegetarian option with no extra cost.Professional Tour Guide(English & Spanish) (Assistant Guide over 08 People)

What's included

Included
A T-shirt of (I survived the Salkantay Trek to Machu Picchu)
Horseman, Horses or Porters to carry food, Camping, Cooking equipment and personal belonging (7 kg)
01 night in Hotel in aguas calientes(Private Shower & Bathroom)
Accommodation 02 Sky Lodge Dome (Based on 02 beds, 03 beds, 04 beds room) Upon Request
Machupicchu entrance fee
Expedition Train Back from Aguas Calientes to Ollantaytambo and Bus back to Cusco
First-aid kit including emergency oxygen bottle
Briefing a night before we do the trek/trip
Professional Guide, Cook & Cooking equipment
Duffel bag (for your personal belongings) and Rain Ponchos
Pick up from Hotel
Tourist Bus from Cusco to Challacancha(Trailhead)
Meals: 3 breakfasts, 3 lunches, 3 dinners and 3 afternoon hot teas. Vegetarian option with no extra cost.Professional Tour Guide(English & Spanish) (Assistant Guide over 08 People)
Not included
Breakfast day 1 and lunch day 4
Entrance fee to Salkantay & Humantay 20 soles
salkantay Trek and Humantay Fee

Pickup Locations & Times

Please let us know the name of the hotel to come and pick you up

Traveller Ratings

4.9
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Important Information

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • 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
  • what we recommend to bring on this trip
  • There is no special equipment need, only regular equipment but of good quality, as for any other trek in the nature.
  • Tops
  • 1 poly/fleece (wind stopper) jacket
  • 1 poly/fleece light weight sweater
  • 1 lightweight long sleeved shirt (optional)
  • 2-3 T-shirts
  • 1 rain poncho (preferable) or rain jacket
  • Bottoms
  • 1 pair wind/rain pants (Gore-tex or similar)
  • 1 pair lightweight cotton pants (loose jeans/khakis)
  • 1 lightweight fleece pants
  • Foot & hand wear
  • 4 pairs wool or synthetic socks
  • 1 pair of (used) trekking boots
  • 1 pair of wool or fleece gloves
  • Headgear
  • 1 wool or fleece hat
  • 1 sunhat
  • 1 pair sun glasses that provide good UV protection
  • Miscellaneous
  • 1 sleeping bag (rated to -11 C / 12 F)
  • 1 good (day) backpack
  • 2 walking poles
  • 1 headlamp (preferable) or torch
  • 1 pocket knife
  • 1 water bottle
  • Water sterilizing tablets (Micropur)
  • Note: bottled water for sale at several parts of the trek; consult your guide at the briefing
  • Sun block
  • 1 lip balm (spf 16)
  • Insect repellent
  • Towel and soap
  • Toiletry kit
  • Toilet paper
  • Personal medicines
  • Optional:
  • Camera and extra memory cards
  • Spare battery for your camera
  • Binoculars
  • Bathing suit (for the hot springs in Aguas Calientes and cocalmayo)
  • Sleeping bag
  • Porter for your personal equipment

Reviews(72)

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325evelinv
July 2, 2026
Great Salkantay route to Machupicchu passing through hot springs

We have loved this experience. José is a very good guide. And the team of cook and muleteer is great. The facilities are a ground with views of the snow-capped mountains in the first stage. This route is 100% worth it

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M3301BQwhitneys
June 5, 2026
Amazing time!!

We had an incredible time on this trek! The views were spectacular, the food and accommodations were amazing, and finally our tour guide made our trip! Bel was so knowledgeable about the Andes and such a great presence/leader to have on this long trek!

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S5933BVnickyd
May 22, 2026
Good

Booked the hike without Machu Picchu tickets because they were sold out. Fernando and Lucho made sure that we got to Agues Calientes with enough time to buy them there. Helpful guides and overall good experience

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354mickeym
April 23, 2026
Poor

I was very disappointed with the service during our Salcantay trail trip. We took the 5 days/4 nights trip. Unfortunately, multiple issues made the experience stressful and poorly managed. • Many questions were answered dishonestly or avoided altogether. I repeatedly asked why we were not placed with a group and never received a clear answer. • The camps did not match what was offered. The second camp was especially bad: dirty sheets, unstable structure, and many insects. Private showers were promised but were not available. We were the only people there, which felt unsafe, and the staff could not explain why. On the first day, they even said they didn’t yet know where we would stay the second night, which was alarming and unprofessional. • We were not provided water for meals or at the start of the hike. On the first day, I was given boiling water, which damaged my bottle and likely released microplastics. When I raised this concern, I was told the microplastics were “minerals,” which was insulting and felt disrespectful. • In Machu Picchu Pueblo, we were first taken to a hostel instead of the two star hotel included in the tour. Only after about 20 minutes where we moved to the correct hotel, again showing poor organization. • The guide repeatedly pressured us for tips and strongly pushed my wife to hire a horse, even though we clearly said we have mountaineering experience. The pressure felt uncomfortable and excessive, and he even tried to increase the price. • We were unexpectedly charged 30 soles to transport our duffel bags from Hidroeléctrica to Machu Picchu Pueblo. This fee was never mentioned in advance, and we were not allowed to pay by card. • On the last day, the guide forced us to fill out a service evaluation, saying he wouldn’t get paid otherwise. The following day, he also made us record a video testimonial in front of him. It was impossible to be honest under those conditions. • We were given a Vistadome train ticket even though we paid for the Expedition. While this was a positive upgrade, no explanation was given, adding to the confusion. • I also had my wallet stolen at a metro station, which was not the agency’s fault, but it heavily impacted the overall trip. Positive points: • The chef was excellent and very kind. When he learned it was my birthday, he surprised me with a birthday cake. • The guide was knowledgeable and clearly passionate about his country, and he tried to adapt the tour to our interests. • The hike itself was incredible, with unforgettable views, and I would still recommend doing this trek at least once in a lifetime, just using another agency. Even one booked at the site should be of the same or better quality, at a cheaper rate. • Traveling alone had some comfort advantages, such as a private bus and better rest. • The Vistadome train experience was enjoyable. Overall, while the destination itself was amazing, the lack of communication, transparency, and professionalism from Quechuas significantly affected the experience. I cannot recommend this agency based on our trip.

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Tour05626422692
October 23, 2025
The Adventure! 🥾🦙

If you are looking for a sporting challenge to complete your trip to Peru, this Trek is in the “must-see” category! The landscapes are breathtaking, between snow-capped mountains and tropical jungle, the diversity of landscapes seemed straight out of a movie. Not to mention the highlight of the show: Machu Picchu, this Inca fortress perched at 2400m altitude. Thanks to Reynaldo, our guide, these 4 days were all the more unforgettable! His advice, stories and anecdotes about the country and its culture contributed greatly to our experience! Special mention to the cook who accompanies us throughout the trip, his soups will comfort you after a day long 25km!

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piamJ4091ZK
October 3, 2025
4 days of Salkantay trek with the best views

Amazing ride. An experience that stays with us forever. A great satisfaction to have finished the Salkantay Trek. Always attentive Quechuas and its excellent guides.

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connormL507DS
September 21, 2025
Salkantay 2025

I had such a great time on the Salkantay trek, and a big part of that was thanks to our guide, Fernando. He was so nice and incredibly helpful throughout the whole journey, always making sure we were comfortable and enjoying ourselves. He also had a great sense of humour it was fun to have a joke and a laugh with him along the way. One of the highlights was when he even played football with us during the trek, which made the experience feel extra special. Overall, it was unforgettable, and I’m really glad Fernando was our guide.

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Connector53109788675
September 21, 2025
Best tour ever thanks to our amazing guide!

My mother and I did the 4 day Salkantay trek with Fernando as our guide. He was so patient, accommodating, and really knowledgeable of everything to do with the mountain and history of the Incas. The trek entailed many history lessons from Fernando where everyone learned so much. There were different levels of fitness on the trek and Fernando accommodated everyone, provided coco leaves, and encouraged us at times where we were exhausted. The food on the trek was absolutely amazing, the chef outdid himself every night. The accommodation on the mountain was very comfortable aswell. I thought the prices and tips were all very fair, I wish I could have had the cash to tip more for the deserving staff! 5 stars from me. Love you Fernando 🥰🥰🤩

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Gerardine K
September 21, 2025
Never too late to grab life by the heels , feel that fear and do it anyway .

Without Fernando I may never have been able to walk all of the Salkantay pass . It was hard , exhausting , exhilarating , the group , my daughter guiding me up Waynapicchu. So emotional seeing MP rise out of the clouds in early morning sunshine . It was more than I ever anticipated . The food by Robert our chef glorious . Unforgettable and achievable at 62 !! Woo hoo Thanks most esp to guide no 1 Fernando .

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334kadens
September 21, 2025
A great once in a lifetime experience

A truly unforgettable experience guided by a brilliant and friendly tour guide Fernando. He was extremely polite and knowledgeable on the history of the landscape and people of Peru 🇵🇪

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