Salkantay Trek 4 days, is an incredible route that you should not miss the opportunity to know. During this route you will be able to travel through the most wonderful scenery accompanied by mountains and snow-capped mountains; besides enjoying the presence of the diversity of flora and fauna. Therefore, it is recommended to all travelers to have fun to the maximum and be respectful with the habitat. Let’s discover the magic of the Salkantay Trek 4 days!
WHERE IS SALKANTAY SNOW-CAPPED MOUNTAIN LOCATED?
The snowy Salkantay is located in the Vilcabamba mountain range, in the district of Santa Teresa, province of La Convención in Cusco at 6,264 meters/20,551 feet.
KNOW THE ALTITUDES AT WHICH YOU WILL FIND YOURSELF ON THE ROUTE SALKANTAY TO MACHU PICCHU 4 DAYS 3 NIGHTS
Day 1: Cusco – Soyroccocha
- Distance traveled: 12km / 7.45 miles
- Starting altitude: 3900 m. / 12795 feet
- Maximum elevation: 4600 m, / 14336 feet.
- Camp elevation: 4600 m, / 14336 feet.
- Difficulty: Challenging
Day 2: Soyroccocha – Colpapampa
- Distance traveled: 20km / 12.50 miles
- Starting altitude: 3900 m. / 12795 feet.
- Maximum elevation: 4630 m. / 15190 feet.
- Camp elevation: 2920 m. / 9514 feet.
- Difficulty: Formidable
Day 3: Colpapampa – Aguas Calientes (Machu Picchu town)
- Distance traveled: 20km / 12.50 miles
- Starting altitude: 2920 m. / 9514 feet.
- Maximum elevation: 4630 m. / 15190 feet.
- Camp elevation: 2050 m. / 6571 feet.
- Difficulty: Challenging
Day 4: Machu Picchu!
- Tour in Machu Picchu with optional hike to “Huayna Picchu” or “Machu Picchu Mountain”.
- Difficulty: Easy
GET READY BECAUSE NOW YOU WILL KNOW MORE ABOUT THE SALKANTAY TREK 4 DAYS!
We know that your main goal is to reach Machu Picchu, but can you imagine passing through beautiful trails, a variety of terrains between arid, rocky or close to the snowy? What’s more, can you imagine taking a delicious bath in the hot springs of Cocalmayo? Not sure about you, but even I felt like doing this interesting route; although I know that to get to Machu Picchu by this route is very difficult. But, believe me it will be the best experience you can have to get to one of the wonders of the modern world.
Do not wait any longer and get in touch with our advisors, who will help you put together your itinerary.
ITINERARY SALKANTAY TREK 4 DAYS TO MACHU PICCHU
FIRST DAY
Are you ready for an adventure? Let’s go on a journey to one of the most magical places on Earth! Today, we will explore the beautiful town of Mollepata, which is the main entrance to the Salkantay Valley. Our transportation will pick us up from our hotel at around 3:00 am to start this amazing adventure.
After a 3-hour journey, we will reach Mollepata, where we will have a delicious and nutritious breakfast. Our professional team will give us instructions and recommendations to make the most of this adventure. From this point, we will start the hike towards Salkantaypampa (4,100 m / 13,451 ft), which will take approximately 3 hours.
The best part of this journey is the lunch break, where we will enjoy our meal at the foothills of the majestic Salkantay mountain. Can you imagine a more breathtaking view? Although it might be a bit challenging, the experience is definitely worth it. After a short rest, we will continue our hike towards our final camping spot at Suyroccocha (4,600 m / 14,336 ft). Here, we will spend the night at the base of the Salkantay mountain, which stands at an astonishing height of 6,271 m / 20,574 ft. If the weather allows it, we will witness a spectacular night sky full of constellations and even shooting stars.
I don’t know about you, but I can already picture us sharing this incredible view and experience together. Join me on this adventure, and let’s discover the magic of Salkantay and Machu Picchu!
- Maximum elevation: 4,600 meters / 14,336 feet
- Distance: 12km / 7.46 miles
- Lodging: Camping
SECOND DAY
Are you ready for another day of adventure? Today, we will explore the beautiful landscapes of Salkantay and Machu Picchu even further. In your package, you will enjoy breakfast, lunch, and dinner to keep us fueled throughout the day.
We will start our day with an early and delicious breakfast before embarking on our ascent to the high pass of Salkantay (4,650 m / 15,255 ft). The climb will take us approximately 1 to 2 hours, but the view from the top is breathtaking. Surrounded by glaciers and with the valley below, it’s truly a sight to behold.
As we descend, the ecosystems will change, and the vegetation will slowly increase. If we’re lucky, we might spot some local birds and mammals along the way. We will have lunch in the community of Huayraqmachay, still at high elevations near the glacier.
After lunch, we will feel the abrupt change in climate as we enter the humid cloud forest, with dense vegetation and more wildlife. After approximately 4 hours of hiking, we will arrive at Collpapampa (2,920 m / 9,580 ft). Here, the weather is more tropical, and the area is abundant in flora and fauna. Our campsite will be near the river and nestled in the forest.
This part of the journey will give us a chance to experience the diverse landscapes of Salkantay and Machu Picchu. From high elevations with glaciers to the lush cloud forest, we will witness the stunning beauty of nature. Join me on this adventure, and let’s continue to explore the magic of Salkantay and Machu Picchu!
- Maximum elevation: 4,630 meters / 15,190 feet
- Distance: 22 km / 13.57 miles
- Lodging: Camping
THIRD DAY
On the third day of our journey, we will have the opportunity to explore some amazing places like Colpapampa, Sayahuaco, Hydroelectric Plant, and Aguas Calientes. We will start the day with a delicious breakfast and continue our hike through the dense vegetation of the high Andean jungle and fruit fields. As we walk, we will see a variety of fruits such as bananas, coffee, avocados, and cacao, which are the most common in this area. The landscape will transform into cascades, and we’ll observe a variety of orchids and many birds.
After walking for a while, we will stop for lunch at the community of Sayahuaco, situated at an altitude of 2,064 meters (6,771 feet). Then, we will take a short drive to the Hydroelectric Plant. Here we can decide if we want to take a short train ride instead of walking, for an additional cost of US$ 31. Finally, from the plant, we will continue our journey on foot for about 3 hours to reach Aguas Calientes, situated at an altitude of 2,050 meters (6,571 feet).
Once we arrive in Aguas Calientes, we will find our hotel and settle in before we gather for dinner at a local restaurant. Don’t miss out on the chance to see and experience these incredible places on your journey to Machu Picchu.
- Maximum altitude: 2,920 masl / 9,514 ft.
- Minimum altitude: 1,890 masl / 6,200 ft.
- Distance: 20 km/ 12.42 miles
- Lodging: Golden Sunrise Hotel Machu Picchu or similar
FOURTH DAY
Today is the day! Today we will reach our destination, Machu Picchu. We will wake up early to ascend and witness the sunrise, experiencing the beauty and magic of the Llaqta Machu Picchu. The guided tour will take approximately 2 hours, and if you have tickets for Huayna Picchu, you can do it at the end of the tour.
To finish our journey, we will ascend the train heading to Ollantaytambo, where our transportation will be waiting for us to return to Cusco and end our service as an authorized agency. We are confident that you will enjoy this trip, so get in touch with our advisors now!
As we will climb to Machu Picchu, the sun slowly rises, illuminating the ancient ruins and the majestic mountains surrounding us. The view is breathtaking, and it’s hard not to feel a sense of wonder and awe as we take in the beauty of this sacred place.
Our knowledgeable guide will lead us through the winding paths of the llaqta, sharing stories of the history and culture of the Inca civilization. We will marvel at the intricate stonework and architectural design, and can’t help but imagine what life was like for the people who lived here so long ago.
After our tour, those with tickets for Huayna Picchu set off on their own adventure, climbing the steep and narrow path to the top of the mountain for a spectacular view of the surrounding landscape.
As the day comes to a close, we make our way back to the train station for our journey back to Cusco. Tired but fulfilled, we reflect on the incredible experiences we’ve had on this journey and the memories that will stay with us for a lifetime.
WHAT DOES THE SALKANTAY TREK 4 DAYS TO MACHU PICCHU INCLUDE?
- Professional English/Spanish speaking guide.
- Assistant tour guide for groups of 9+.
- Cook.
- Mules to carry cooking and camping equipment and 7 kg of your personal items.
- Pick up and transportation from your hotel to the trailhead.
- Water (excluding the first 4 hours of the trek when you need to bring your own).
- 3 breakfasts, 3 lunches, 3 snacks and 3 dinners. If you have a dietary request, such as vegetarian food, please let us know (food includes pancakes, tortillas, 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 every day (tea, coffee, cookies, popcorn).
- Early morning tea: every morning at the camp, you will wake up with a cup of coca tea. Our staff will bring the tea to your tent to warm it from the inside before you start your day.
- Eating tent with tables and chairs.
- Tent for 4 men for every 2 hikers.
- Hotel in Aguas Calientes (Golden Sunrise Machupicchu *** , Hatun Samay Hotel *** ) Day 3.
- Double thickness foam mattress for sleeping.
- Oxygen bottle
- First aid kit.
- Entrance fee to Machu Picchu.
- Bus from Aguas Calientes to Machu Picchu (round trip).
- Train ticket Aguas Calientes – Ollantaytambo.
- Transportation Ollantaytambo-Cusco.
WHAT IS NOT INCLUDED IN THE TOUR SALKANTAY TREK 4 DAYS 3 NIGHTS TO MACHU PICCHU
- Sleeping bag (which you can rent from us) US$25.00
- Breakfast on day 1 and lunch and dinner on day 4.
- Entrance fees to Huayna Picchu mountain ($85)
- Tips
- Travel insurance – it is strongly recommended that you take out travel insurance for the duration of your trip.
WHAT TO BRING FOR THE SALKANTAY TO MACHU PICCHU 04 DAYS TOUR?
- Original passport
- Current University Student Card (if you are a student and want to qualify for a discounted price)
- Hiking/trekking boots
- Waterproof jacket / rain poncho
- Warm jacket
- Hat and gloves
- T-shirts (quick-drying)
- Comfortable trekking pants
- Sun hat
- Sunscreen (SPF 35+)
- Insect repellent (We highly recommend a NATURAL repellent)
- Toiletries and hand sanitizer.
- Personal medication
- Camera and video camera.
- Flashlight with extra batteries (or an environmentally friendly option).
HOW IS THE CLIMATE ON SALKANTAY TREK 4 DAYS ROUTE?
The weather on the Salkantay Trek 4 days route varies throughout the year according to the rainy or dry season. The Salkantay Mountain has an extreme climate. During the day, temperatures can reach 15℃ while at night, temperatures can drop to -10℃. However, this varies depending on the time of year.
Rainy Season
The weather on the Salkantay Trek 4 days route varies throughout the year according to the season you are in. For example, if you decide to take the tour between the months of November to March, it is likely that you will experience rain and cold weather, and you may not be able to enjoy your trip as much because Cusco is in the rainy season, and hiking on this route is not recommended during this season.
Dry Season
On the other hand, if you decide to take your trip between the months of April to October, you are likely to enjoy a wonderful trip because there is minimal rain compared to the rainy season. During these months, you can enjoy sunny days and the blue sky of Cusco during the day, and at night, you will feel the intense cold of Cusco. Therefore, we suggest that our passengers wear warm clothing for the nights.
WHAT IS THE TEMPERATURE LIKE ON THE SALKANTAY TREK?
Salkantay between November to April – Rainy Season
During these months, the days are sunny (66°F) and the nights are not as cold (39°F) compared to the rest of the year. However, the frequency of rainfall increases considerably, making the trek difficult.
Salkantay between April to October – Dry Season
The days in Salkantay remain stable (64°F). However, the nights have their lowest temperatures of the year (14°F). Nevertheless, the rainfall is still present but in less intensity due to the presence of mountains and glaciers. That’s why we suggest that passengers bring a waterproof jacket or rain poncho.
WHAT IS THE BEST SEASON FOR SALKANTAY TREK?
Undoubtedly the best time for sightseeing Cusco and more in the route Salkantay Trek 4 days, is during the dry season, between the months of April to October.
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