Itinerary

Salkantay Trekking 5 Days Package Special5 days / 4 nights

• Day 1

  Cusco - Mollepata - Humantay Lake - Soraypampa:

  We will leave from Cusco approximately between 5:00 a.m. and 5:30 a.m. A bus will take us to the town of Mollepata (2900 meters above sea level) where we will arrive approximately at 8:00 in the morning, we will stop for breakfast, last minute supplies, leg-stretching or to use the restrooms. We will continue to our trek starting point, Soraypampa (3850 meters above sea level). We will meet with our support staff, load the equipment on horses and mules. Around 9:00 a.m., we will begin our walk toward Humantay Lake. On our way we will have a beautiful view of the majestic Salkantay, other mountains covered with snow, and the Valley of Apurimac River. About 1:00p.m., we will have a traditional Peruvian lunch in Soraypampa. After lunch, we will walk to the campsite in SalkantayPampa at 4000 meters above sea level. We will have time to head to the Salkantay lookup point to watch the sunset. Then back to the campsite for snacks and dinner.

  Meals included: Breakfast | Lunch | DinnerDistance covered: 13 Km.Trekking time: 5 hoursHeight gain: +200mMarmot Tents

• Day 2

  Soraypampa - Huayracmachay - Chaullay:

  Today, nature will change drastically from dry sceneries to snowy peaks and tropical areas. After a nutritious breakfast, we will start the most difficult part of the trek. We will start the hike around 6:30 in the morning. We will hike for about three hours, gradually ascending, until reaching the highest point (4600 meters above sea level). We will appreciate spectacular views of the mountains and the imposing snowy peaks of the Salkantay (6264 meters above sea level) which is known as the second highest point of the Cusco region. On our way down we will visit the amazing 'intense blue' Salkantay Lake. Around 1:00 p.m., we will have our lunch, in the area called Huayracmachay. After a trek of approximately 3 hours, we will arrive to our camp in Challway (2920 meters above sea level). Around 7:00 p.m., we will recuperate from the trek and eat dinner.

  Meals included: Breakfast | Lunch | DinnerDistance covered: 20 Km.Trekking time: 8 hoursHeight gain: +630mDescent: -1710mMarmot Tents

• Day 3

  Chaullay - Playa Sahuayaco - Santa Teresa Hot Springs:

  Around 7:30a.m., we will start our trek. We will walk for about 5 hours toward Playa Sahuayaco and during this period; we will observe a town called Collpabamba, also called the 'Forest Cloudy Brow' where waterfalls, fruit-bearing trees, varied flora, and birds can be observed. If we are lucky, we will be able to observe the famous bird called the 'Cock of the Rocks'. At 12:00 p.m. a local bus will take us to Santa Teresa Hot Springs, where we will have lunch. You will enjoy and relax at the hot pools in the afternoon. Around 7:00p.m., we will have dinner and camping in Santa Teresa.

  Meals included: Breakfast | Lunch | DinnerDistance covered: 16 Km.Trekking time: 5 hoursDescent: -1370mMarmot Tents

• Day 4

  Santa Teresa - Hydroelectric - Machu Picchu Pueblo:

  After an early breakfast, we will take a local transportation to Lucmabamba. Once at the Llactapata entrance, you will start an ascent hike towards the ruins of Llactapata. On the way you will observe coffee plantations, beautiful landscapes as well as diverse flora and fauna. After three hours, you will arrive at Llactapata where you will have an amazing view of Machu Picchu. Here you will have time to rest and enjoy the scenery. A descending trail will take you to the Hydroelectric where you will eat lunch at a local restaurant. The last part of the trek, an approximately 3 hours walk, takes us to Aguas Calientes (Machu Picchu Town). Upon arrival, you will be accommodated at the hostel or hotel of your choice (included on this package). You will enjoy dinner at a local restaurant at about 7:00p.m.

  Meals included: Breakfast | Lunch | DinnerDistance covered: 22 Km.Trekking time: 8 hoursHeight gain: +490mHotel

• Day 5

  Machu Picchu - Cusco:

  Today, you will start early at around 4:30a.m. to take the bus to Machu Picchu. In Machu Picchu, you will have a guided tour for about two hours. You will be free to explore the Citadel and take more pictures after the guided tour, if you desire, walk up to the Sun Gate or ascent toward Huayna Picchu Mountain (you will need a reservation to access Huayna Picchu). At your convenience walk back down to Aguas Calientes (Machu Picchu Town) and catch the train to Ollantaytambo later on (Normally at 6:20 pm. unless you request a different one). From there, a bus will drive you to Cusco.

  Meals included: Breakfast2 hours Machu Picchu TourHotel