3-Day Salkantay Trek to Machu Picchu
About this activity
Highlights
- Trek through the stunning Salkantay Pass
- Experience diverse Peruvian landscapes
- Visit the ancient Incan site of Llactapata
- Enjoy panoramic views of Machu Picchu
- Explore the Sacred Valley's rich culture
Full description
Included / Excluded
- Professional English-speaking guide
- All necessary trekking equipment
- Meals during the trek
- Transportation to and from Cusco
- Entrance fees to Machu Picchu
- Personal expenses
- Tips for guides and porters
- Accommodation in Cusco before and after the trek
Important information
Know before you book
- Ensure you have a moderate level of fitness to handle the trek's challenges.
- Be prepared for early morning starts and long days of hiking.
- Confirm your booking well in advance, as permits are limited and sell out quickly.
Know before you go
- Wear sturdy hiking boots suitable for diverse terrains.
- Bring a lightweight, waterproof jacket for unexpected weather changes.
- Carry a refillable water bottle to stay hydrated throughout the trek.
Cancellation policy
0All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.
Good to know
- It's recommended to arrive in Cusco at least 2 days before the trek to adjust to the altitude.
- Machu Picchu permits are limited and can sell out several months in advance. We recommend booking at least 5 months ahead for travel between May and August
- 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
- Solo travelers are welcome and can join shared groups. No minimum participants required. Most departures are guaranteed.
Traveler reviews
Excellent
We did the Salkantay trek, a wonderful experience, with our guide Cesar Siccos, who was very pleasant and spoke very good English, as well as with Augustina, Ruan, Elio, and Nerio, who accompanied us as cook and horsemen. Their work was of very high quality, and we have rarely eaten as well, even at a restaurant. Super experience!
Wonderful
Wonderful!! It's very worth it. The first day, which is the climb to saltankay was very difficult and so it is good to have good physical conditioning and be ready for the climb. The descent is very tiring too. Almost 12 hours of trekking. But the view and experience are worth too much. Very beautiful. Very organized agency. Nothing went beyond what was planned.
great experience
very good! I really liked the experience, the locations of the guides.
Best experience of my life!
My husband and I completed the 3 day Salkantay Trail to Machu Picchu with this group (12 of us total). Our tour guide, Guido, made this the best experience we ever could have imagined. He was so kind, patient, funny, and knowledgeable. It wouldn’t have been the same with any other tour guide. The food we had at eat meal was not only delicious, but so beautiful and thoughtfully plated. I will be recommending this company to anyone who plans to visit Peru!
Salkantay 3 Day Challenge
Wow! This was a phenomenal experience and worth the price for how much we got over the course of 3 days. On the first day we were picked up very early but the whole process was very smooth. The breakfast on day 1 was wonderful and filled us up for our first hike - Salkantay. As someone who has never hiked like this before this was definitely tough but completely do able. Our tour guide Alan was so lovely. He kept our spirits up and morale high. At one point I was moving very slowly and he made sure I was always doing ok and was very motivating. I am very grateful to Alan as he made our experience a 10/10 and was very knowledgeable. The views were insane and the nature was exactly what I wanted. We had a smaller group - only 5 of us which made the experience very personal and close. Also our horsemen Juan Carlos did a great job at always making sure our extra bags got to each destination. We traveled with a back pack on ourselves and our duffle bags were sent separately. The food was so great as well. Our chef Julio always cooked up a feast for us with so many different options and flavors and nutrients. On a hike like this one you have to be fueled and prepared, and Julio made sure we were. Overall my experience with Salkantay was very good. The accommodations were comfortable and clean. The transportation was safe and smooth. This company has everything together and all the logistics handled in the most seamless way possible.