From the trail log

Salkantay Trek reviews

Reviews of the Salkantay Trek to Machu Picchu, written by the travellers who walked it.

The ecological diversity of salkantay trek — testimonial photo

The ecological diversity of salkantay trek

“Inca Trail Reservations provided a top notch tour over Salkantay pass, along the Inca Trail to Machu Picchu . The trail is beautiful and the campsites are well situated. while trekking you experience a wealth of natural wonder, from beautiful lakes and rivers, to high alpine mountain passes,…”

Salkantay beautiful experience — testimonial photo

Salkantay beautiful experience

“Es un viaje único que lo recomiendo a toda persona que este dispuesta a tener una experiencia física y mental. El primer día es un anticipo de lo que se va a caminar el resto de los días, ahí es donde uno se aclimata con la altitud, el frío, se familiariza con lo que hay alrededor. Almorzamos…”

Good stuff — testimonial photo

Good stuff

“The First three day of the Machu Picchu and Salkantay trail experience was diverse and included fascinating views. Particularly enjoyed the first day visit to the lake, the tropical forest walk and the first part of second day trail. The scenery of first night camp site was also amazing. The…”

Salkantay Trek — testimonial photo

Salkantay Trek

“The Salkantay trek is really beautiful. It was really well organized and the staff was very friendly and helpful. The cooks did a really great job and they took good care of all our different preferences. The nature was really beautiful and the camp locations were placed really well. Our guide…”

Salkantay trek 5 days — testimonial photo

Salkantay trek 5 days

“The hike was very beautiful and worth it! The first day we were picked up to late, what was really bad in the middle of the night. After the hike we had a siesta on the campsite. This could be shorter, so that there more time to spend at the lake. The second day was doable for me and I really…”

Salkantay Trek 5d/4n — testimonial photo

Salkantay Trek 5d/4n

“This was a great trek! Our guide was very helpful and helped us all the way round. The equipment we hired was of a good quality and the staff in the office were always quick to respond to any queries we had. Whilst there were difficult moments throughout the trek the atmosphere was supportive…”

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Walk it yourself

Five routes over the same pass — from the four-day express to the ten-day Peru circuit. Small groups, guaranteed departures.