05 Day Salkantay Trek to Machu Picchu – Private Service

05 Day Salkantay Trek to Machu Picchu – Private Service

The Tour 05 Day Salkantay Trek to Machu Picchu can be done with any size and we will go out of our way to make it the most special vacation. You will trek from 3,900m/12,800ft to 2,100m/6,900ft, traversing across magnificent mountain passes, enjoying enormous and mystical snow-capped peaks, seeing nature in its purest form and exploring more than 15 different ecosystems that we have in this area from beginning to end. Moreover, the chances for ethnic and cultural exchange are ever-present with local natives who still remain closely attached to their heritage and are very willing to share it with open minds.

DAY 1: CUSCO – MOLLEPATA – SORAYPAMPA – HUMANTAY LAKE (L)(D)

• Walking Distance – 12km / 7.45 miles
• Starting Elevation – 3350 meters ASL / 10990 feet ASL
• Highest Elevation – 4600 meters ASL / 15091 feet ASL
• Campsite Elevation – 3920 meters ASL / 12861 feet ASL
• Difficulty: Moderate

DAY 2: SORAYPAMPA – CHALLWAY (B)(L)(D)

• Walking Distance – 22 km / 13.7 miles
• Starting Elevation – 3800 meters ASL / 12467 feet ASL
• Campsite Elevation – 2750 meters ASL / 9022 feet ASL
• Maximum Altitude: 4650 meters ASL / 15255 feet ASL
• Difficulty: Challenging

DAY 3: CHALLWAY – LA PLAYA – LUCMABAMBA (B)(L)(D)

• Walking Distance – 18km / 11.2 miles
• Starting Elevation – 2750 meters ASL / 9022 feet ASL
• Campsite Elevation – 2400 meters ASL / 7874 feet ASL
• Difficulty: Moderate

DAY 4: LUCMABAMBA – LLAPTAPATA -HIDROELECTRICA – AGUAS CALIENTES (17KM , HOURS 9)

• Walking Distance – 18 km / 11.2 miles
• Starting Elevation – 2450 meters ASL / 8038 feet ASL
• Campsite Elevation – 2000 meters ASL / 6561 feet ASL (Aguas Calientes hotel)
• Difficulty: Moderate to Challenging

DAY 5: AGUAS CALIENTES – MACHU PICCHU – CUSCO (B)

• Activity Overview: Private Tour in Machu Picchu with optional hike ” Huayna Picchu or Machu Picchu Mountain
• Activity Level: Touring: easy, hike: strenuous

DAY 1: CUSCO – MOLLEPATA – SORAYPAMPA – HUMANTAY LAKE (L)(D)

We will leave from Cusco approximately  05:00a.m. A bus will take us to the town of Mollepata (2900 meters above sea level) where we will arrive approximately at 08:00 in the morning, we will stop for last minute supplies, leg-stretching or to use the restrooms. We will continue to our trek starting point, Challacancha.

We will meet with our support staff, and they will load the equipment on horses and mules. Around 09:00 a.m., we will begin our walk toward Soraypampa (3900 meters above sea level). During the trip we will have panoramic views of the majestic Salkantay, other mountains covered with snow, and the Valley of Apurimac River. About 01:00p.m., we will have a Peruvian lunch. After lunch, we will continue hiking toward Humantay Lake for 03 hours aproximately, this is a beautiful lake in the mountains. We will come back to our camp where the tents will be ready for you as well as your dinner.

Lodging: Campsite

DAY 2: SORAYPAMPA – CHALLWAY (B)(L)(D)

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 07:00 in the morning. We will hike to a place called Pampas Salkantay, then go toward the left side of the snowy peaks of Umantay located next to the Apu Salkantay. At midday, we will be on 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. Around 01:00 p.m., we will have our lunch, in the area called Huayracmachay. After a trek of approximately 03 hours, we will arrive to our camp in Challway (2920 meters above sea level). Around 07:00p.m., we will recuperate from the trek and eat dinner.

Lodging: Campsite

DAY 3: CHALLWAY – LA PLAYA – LUCMABAMBA (B)(L)(D)

Around 7:00a.m., we will start our trek and we will enjoy the beautiful sunrise. 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’.the national bird of peru Once at Playa Sahuayaco lunch. After lunch we are going to hike couples hours more to get at lucmabamba which is our last camp site also the beginning of the inca trail of Llacta pata.

Lodging: Campsite

DAY 4: LUCMABAMBA – LLAPTAPATA -HIDROELECTRICA – AGUAS CALIENTES (17KM , HOURS 9)

Around 8.00am. we will gradually hike up for about 2 hours to finally get to Llapta Pata a beautiful archeological site which has connections to the Inca sites Machupicchu and Sayacmarka. We will have plenty of time to explore this nice Inca site and will then start our descent to Hydro-Electrica (power plant) which will take us about 1 ½ hours. A pleasant 3 hours walk will bring us to Aguas Calientes where we will stay in a hotell for the night. After having stored our baggage we will go out and have dinner together in one of the many restaurants.

Lodging: Golden Sunrise Machu Picchu Hotel *** or similar

DAY 5: AGUAS CALIENTES – MACHU PICCHU – CUSCO (B)

This last day starts very early. We will wake you up at around 05.00 am have breakfast and then take one of the first buses to Machu Picchu. There are two good reasons to be at the entrance of Machu Picchu very early:

1.- It is well worth the effort to get up early as the Inca city is quietest in the early morning and you will have plenty of time to take photos and enjoy the sun rise over Machu Picchu.

2.- Our guide will give you a tour around Machu Picchu telling you about the history of Machu Picchu and the most important temples and altars. Of course he will also take you to the classical view point (sacred Rock Hut), this vantage point offers a terrifc view of the whole inkan city. After that you will have free time to explore the site on your own again or if you still have plenty of energy you should climb Huayna Picchu Mountain. This is the steep mountain dominating the background of Machu Picchu.

From the top of Waynapichu you have an absolutely stunning and breathtaking view of the complete Machupicchu area. It takes 1 hour to climb Waynapichu and 1 to 1 ½ hours (depending if you want to make a detour to the great cavern) to return down. Once you feel that you have seen every corner of Machupicchu you will take a bus down to the village of Aguas Calientes to have lunch.

Usually we take the bus at around 1:00 pm. The bus ride takes around 25 minutes and your guides will give you the ticket. Make sure that, before you leave Machu Picchu by bus, the guides give you time and location of the restaurant where the group meets in Aguas Calientes. You will get your train and bus tickets back to Cusco in the restaurant in Aguas Calientes.

INCLUDED:

• Pre-departure briefing: You will meet your guide and group in our office for an orientation before your trek. At this time, we will provide you with the duffle bags which will be carried by our horses. The meeting will be at 06:00 PM 01 or 02 Days before the trip begins.
• Professional English Speaking Tour Guide.
• Assistant Tour Guide for groups of 9+.
• Chef.
• Mules to carry cooking and camping equipment and 07 kg of your personal items.
• Pick-up and transportation from your hotel to the start of the trail.
• Water (excluding the first 04 hours of the trek when you need to bring your own).
• 04 Breakfasts, 04 Lunches, 04 Afternoon Snacks and 04 Dinners. If you have a dietary request such as vegetarian food please let us know (food includes pancakes, omelettes, soups, fresh fruit, avocado, pasta, chicken, fish, meat, rice, all rich in carbohydrates and suitable for trekking, hot drinks including coca leaf tea which is excellent for the altitude. Teatime everyday (tea, coffee, biscuits, popcorn)
• Wake up tea: Every morning at the campsite, you will woken up with a cup of coca tea! Our staff will bring the tea to your tent so that you will be warmed from inside out before you start your day.
• Dining tent with tables and chairs.
• 4 man tent for every 2 trekkers.
• Hotel in Aguas Calientes (Golden Sunrise Machupicchu *** , Hatun Samay Hotel *** ) Day 4.
• Double thickness foam sleeping mattress.
• Oxygen bottle.
• First aid kit.
• Entrance to Machu Picchu.
• Bus from Aguas Calientes to Machu Picchu (round trip)
• Train ticket Aguas Calientes – Ollantaytambo
• Transportation Ollantaytambo-Cusco.

NOT INCLUDED:

• Sleeping Bag (Can be hired from us). US$25.00
• Breakfast on Day 1 and lunch and dinner on Day 05.
• Entrance to Huayna Picchu Mountain US$35.00
• Tips.
• Travel Insurance – you are strongly recommended to take out travel insurance for the duration of your trip.

THINGS TO BRING:

• Original Passport
• Current University Card (if you are a student and want to qualify for the discount)
• Walking boots
• Waterproof jacket / rain poncho
• Warm jacket
• Hat and gloves
• T-shirts
• Comfortable Trousers
• Sun hat
• Sun cream (factor 35 or higher)
• Insect repellant
• Toiletries and hand sanitiser
• Personal medication
• Camera and film
• Torch with spare batteries or Head lamps.

THIS TOUR RUNS ONLY AS A PRIVATE SERVICE.

****Daily Departure with at least 2 people****

Discounts:

• Under 18 years old: US$ 25.00 Please send us a copy of the passport at the booking time.
• Student Discount (Maximum Age 25 years old): US$ 25.00 Student discounts apply to anyone who has a valid UNIVERSITY STUDENT CARD at the time of the trek or who is 17-years-old or younger. For those using an university student card to receive the discount, we need to see a copy of the card at booking. For those booking children 17-years-old or younger, we need a copy of their passport at booking time. Please send all to info@inkayniperutours.com.  More Information about STUDENT CARD.