Salkantay trek to machupicchu 5d/4n

!!PROMOTION!! -Currently when you book the Salkantay Trek, we will give you a FREE night's accommodation in Cusco prior to starting the trek.

Introduction

You cross a pass at 4510m and then it´s a relaxing walking down. You pass some remote villages, have fabulous views at for example Veronica, Salkantay, other snow peaks, green valleys where you will find coca plants  and the river Urubamba, maybe you can see condors and surely you´ll meet very friendly people.

Itinerary:

Day 1: Cusco / Mollepata / Soraypampa

Early in the morning we pick you up from your hotel and transfer you in a private bus to Mollepata passing  traditional towns like Iscuchaca and Limatambo, as well highlands plateaus and landscapes with great views of snowcapped mountains that belong to the cordillera Vilcabamba. The bus trip will last 3.00 hours. The trail climbs up from Mollepata sharply to Marqhok'asa pass through the pastures, farming lands, afterwards descending until the campsite through the high brush down to Soraypampa (3750 masl).

1. Meals provided: Lunch And dinner .
2. Total distance: 10 km (6,47 miles)
3. Estimated walking time: 6 hours

Day 2: Soraypampa /  Chaullay

We start trekking from approx 07:00 AM for 3 hours to start our ascent of the Apacheta pass 4,590 m. From this point we can appreciate the spectacular views of the Mountain Salkantay ,a stunning snow capped mountain (6,264 m) the second highest peak in Cuzco’s region, and also the mountains Humantay and Huayanay, white river, small lakes and moraines.
Two  hours dowhill to lunch in Huayracpunku, and then a further 2-3 hours downhill walk to Camp in Rayan-niyoc at 2,890 m. or Camp at Chaullay 2,920 m. for experienced trekkers. To be decided by the guide depending on the groups abilities and weather and walking conditions.

1. Meals provided: Breakfast, lunch And dinner .
2. Total distance: 16 km (9,94 miles)
3. Estimated walking time: 6-7 hours

Day 3: Chaullay / Playa / Santa teresa

We will start the trek  at 07:00 AM. 3 hours easy hiking to Uscamayuc, where we will be introduced to a high Jungle niche called "Ceja de Selva", we will see different kind of plants, fruits, flowers, birds ect. here coca and banana crops can be observed,  with luck we can observe the famous Peruvian National Bird "Gallito de las Rocas" .  After the lunch We will take a local bus until Santa teresa the resting place. You could enjoy Hot springs in the middle of the jungle.

1. Meals provided: Breakfast, lunch And dinner .
2. Total distance: 15 km
3. Estimated walking time: 6-7 hours

Day 4: Santa Teresa / hydroelectric / Aguas calientes

Leaving Santa Teresa  the trek continues through plantations of coffee, banana, and tropical fruits. We will enjoy  with the landscape, some waterfalls until hydroelectric the lunch place. We will continue walking for two hours more to Aguas Calientes (2,000 meters), where we will spend the night in a hotel.

1. Meals provided:  Breakfast, lunch And dinner .
2. Total distance: 12 km (7,47 miles)
3. Estimated walking time: 5-6 hours

Day 5: Aguas Calientes / Machu Picchu / Cusco

We will take an early walk or bus to the citadel of Machu Picchu for a 2 hours guided tour, plenty of additional free time to explore, and an optional climb to the mountain Huayna Picchu, Temple of the Moon, or the Sun Gate. After that, you will take the bus down to Aguas Calientes.  We have time for lunch and wait for the train to comeback. Transfer to the hotel

1. Meals provided:  Breakfast,  
2. Total distance: 3 km by bus
3. Estimated walking time: 3 hours

*The places where we’ll set up our camp sites can change depending on the guide.
*Departure and arrival times are approximated.

*Note: People who want to visit Huayna Picchu must let us know as soon as they can, because according to new rules, there is a limit of people (400) per day that can climb it.

Group Size: 2 - 16 people

What is included:

• Transportation to and from: Cusco – Mollepata - Cusco -Hotel
• train Service: Backpacker service
• Entrance fee: Machu Picchu
• Bus ticket: Aguas Calientes - Machu Picchu
• Local bus: Playa – Santa Teresa
• Horsemen and horses: Carry tents, cooking equipment and also carry mattresses
• Guide: Professional English and Spanish speaking guide; 2 guides for groups over 12 people
• Cook: In charge of meal preparation
• Emergency Horse: Just in case someone needs help
• Meals: 4 Breakfasts/4 Lunches/4 Dinners/
• Equipment: tents (2 people in each, 3-person-capacity), sleeping pad, dinner tent, biodegradable toilet tent, kitchen tent, tables and chairs, table settings, first aid kit, including emergency oxygen bottle

What is not included:

• Breakfast (day 1), usually the hotels offer this service
• Lunch day 5
• Bus ticket: Machu Picchu- Aguas Calientes
• Sleeping bag
• Tips for the guide, cook and porters

Extras:

• US$10 Sleeping bag rental(-10°C) for the whole trek
• US$12 Single tent accommodation

What you need to bring/carry: 

• Personal Sleeping Bag
• Hiking shoes or boots
• Flashlight
• Hat
• Sun block, sunglasses
• Warm clothes, Light clothes, 4 pairs of socks
• Insect repellent
• Chocolates, candies or other snacks
• Camera + Film/Video camera (optional)
• Rain jacket or poncho (plastic ponchos can be purchased in Cusco for a few dollars)
• Water bottle and purification tablets (Micropur are recommended and can be bought in local pharmacies in Cusco)
• Toiletries, towel and toilet paper
• Camera, plenty of film and spare batteries
• You also need to bring your original passport on the trail.

Available discounts: Students require a valid International Student Identity Card and must be below 26 years of age.