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For the inhabitants of the Salkantay Andes, reverence to the apus, the sacred mountains of the Salkantay, converted into local protectors, did not go unnoticed over time, thus, mountains like the Salkantay, among others that surround it, assume a role important in the Andean worldview.

For example, the snow-capped Waqay Willke (5720 masl), within the traditional symbology of Andean dual thought, is considered the complement of the Salkantay, which is one of the most powerful and active deities of the place,

is also appreciated by the inhabitants, the father of all the mountains in the region and even today is the object of great veneration, which is why Machupicchu and Choquechurco maintain an intimate visual contact with the Salkantay and other snow-capped peaks of the Vilcabamba chain towards the Inca citadel of Machu Picchu.

Day-1: Cusco – Mollepata – Challacancha – Soraypampa – Lake Humantay — distance 12 klm (5 hours travel)

We will pick you up from your hotel between 4:20a.m. to 4:50a.m. then we will drive to the town of Mollepata which is located at a height of 2900mt-9514ft which is at a distance of 2.horas approximately from Cusco where We will take a rest for about 20 minutes (We have a breakfast included and entrance ticket included to the community and Humantay lagoon).

Then we will continue our journey towards the place of challacancha which is the beginning of the walk that has as a height 3600 mt-11500 ft.

Then we will have approximately 3 hours of travel until arriving at the base of the camp called soraypampa (sky lodge salkantay okidoki) that has as height 3912mt -12834ft, where we will have a lunch enjoying the panoramic view of the mountains and its geography as -the snowy of humantay 4200mt-13779ft

and also the snowfall of the salkantay 6271mt-20575ft after a rest we will make an acenso for one hour 30 minutes towards the lagoon of humantay and then we will return to the base of the camp where we will have the time of the tea and also the dinner.

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Salkantay Trek to Machu Picchu 4 days return by bus last day

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Day-2: Soraypampa – Salkantay Pass – Huayrapunku – Chaullay — distance 22 klm (9 hours)

This is the most difficult day, for this reason we wake up at 5:00 am and breakfast will be 5:30am our walk will start at 6:00 am, to make an acenso for about 3 to 4 hours to reach the passage of salkantay 4630mt-15190ft,

where we will have a traditional Andean ceremony with the whole group, then we will make a descent to the place of huayramachay 3912mt-12834ft

where we will have a lunch and then we will continue for 3 more hours towards the second camp Chaullay -2900mt -9514feet

Salkantay Trek to Machu Picchu 4 days return by bus last day

Salkantay Trek to Machu Picchu 4 days return by bus last day

Salkantay Trek to Machu Picchu 4 days return by bus last day

Salkantay Trek to Machu Picchu 4 days return by bus last day

DAY-3: CHAULLAY – PLAYA SAHUAYO — HIDROELECTRICA — AGUAS CALIENTES TOWN HOSTEL (DISTANCE 25KM – 7 HOURS APPROXIMATELY)

We will start the day at 6:00 a.m. and have breakfast at 6:30a.m.,

then we will start the walk in a high jungle with a very beautiful geography of rivers, waterfalls where we can appreciate the flora and fauna of this place such as orchids, coffee and coca plantations, fruit trees, bananas, papaya, avocado, passion fruit, and birds such as hummingbirds, parrots, and cock-of-the-rock, etc.

To get to Sahuayo beach 2064mt– 6771ft – where we will have lunch and then we will have a local transport (transportation included for day 3, from sahuayaco beach place of armuerzo to the hydroelectric plant start of the walk to get to town of aguas calientes 10 dollars per person) 

of approximately 1 hour and 30 minutes to the hydroelectric plant where we will start again our walk of approximately 3 hours to the town of Aguas Calientes or also known as the town of Machu Picchu 2000mt where we will have our accommodation in a hostel and we will also have dinner in a restaurant then we will rest because the next day will be the special day of the visit to Machu Picchu.

Private Service Salkantay Trek to Machu Picchu (4 Days)

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Salkantay Trek to Machu Picchu 4 days return by bus last day
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Day-4: Aguas Calientes – Machu Picchu – distances 5 klm (1 hour ½ travel)

This day we will start very early at 4:00am,

the first part of the trip is flat for ½ hour and for 1 hour it is an ascent towards Machu Picchu where we will arrive at approximately 6 am to be able to see the sunrise and have the exploration of Machu Picchu with our guide for an average of 2 hours approximately,

It is the new government regulation and after your visit to Machu Picchu, you have to go down through the town of Aguas Calientes and to go down you have 2 options depending on your physical condition after the walk…..

  • First option…a walk of 1 hour and 30 minutes to the town of Aguas Calientes……. 
  • Second option…bus x 30 minutes to the town of Aguas Calientes price 12 dollars per person not included. 

Then you have time for lunch not included with some free time,

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then you will take the train to Ollantaytambo for approximately 1 hour and 40 minutes and then a bus to Cusco for approximately 1 hour and 30 minutes to the center of Cusco.
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IMPORTANT TRAVEL NOTE FOR YOUR VISIT TO MACHU PICCHU

MACHUPICCHU TICKETS ARE INCLUDED:

How many circuits are there now in Machu Picchu for your visit ???

For the visit to Machu Picchu there are now 3 different circuits and now it is really complicated for the guides because it is impossible for the guides to be at the same time in all the circuits…

  • Circuit 1 .. Panoramic … panoramic view of Machu Picchu … only exploration of the upper part of Machu Picchu Not inside Machu Picchu
  • Circuit 2 .. Classic Circuit … classic view of Machu Picchu and internal visit to a sector of Machu Picchu
  • Circuit 3 .. Machupicchu Royalty … No classic view of Machu Picchu ONLY internal visit to a sector of Machu Picchu

If you want to climb Huaynapicchu Mountain, does it have an extra cost?

But if you want to climb Huaynapicchu Mountain, it has an extra cost of 20 dollars per person,

How much time do I have with the guide in Machu Picchu?
 
You have 2 hours of information with the guide in Machu Picchu.
 
What is the difference between Huaynapicchu mountain and Machu Picchu mountain and how hard is their ascent and descent?
 
They are two mountain peaks that are strategically located and at different heights in the citadel of Machu Picchu and with totally different views. The Huaynapicchu mountain:
The Huaynapicchu mountain has some Inca constructions and is located at a height of 2,720 meters above sea level and has a duration of 1 hour and 1/2 average of ascent and descent of approximately 1 hour and is the one that appears behind Machu Picchu in its classic photographic postcard; its Inca paths built on one side of the mountain can be intimidating for people who are afraid of heights because they are steep and narrow;
The Machu Picchu mountain: The Machu Picchu mountain does not have any Inca constructions but it has a panoramic view of Machu Picchu and the entire valley and is located at a height of 3,100 meters above sea level and has a duration of 2 hours and 1/2 average of ascent and descent of 1 hour and 30 minutes, it offers less steep, wider trails.
 
Should I acclimatize before in Cusco to be able to do the classic Salkantay trekking?
 
In general, for any trek in Cusco it is suggested to acclimatize to the surroundings of the city of Cusco; for this you should arrive in Cusco between 1 to 2 days before doing the classic Salkantay trek or any other tour of your choice. Remember to take into consideration the season in which you will do your excursion since the climate is mild and the temperature varies at any time; however, it is important to bring a rain poncho among your necessary accessories that you will carry in your light travel backpack if it is for the Salkantay trek.
 
If I am a vegetarian and I have allergies to some foods, can I do the Salkantay trek?
 
Of course you can do the classic Salkantay trek but you have to inform us before the trek so that the cook can take precautions before preparing the food. That is why before your trek we have an informative meeting at the Okidoki travel peru office in Cusco.

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Tour Name: Salkantay Trek to Machu Picchu 4days /3nights

    For any tour reservation you need to make a deposit

    NOTE: EVERY ONLINE PAYMENT HAS A 7% MONEY SENDING COMMISSION FROM COUNTRY TO COUNTRY WHICH IS NOT INCLUDED...

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    NOTE: TO ALL YOUR MONEY DEPOSITS THAT YOU WANT TO SEND TO OKIDOKI YOU HAVE TO ADD 7%

    IMPORTANT FACTS

    SALKANTAY TREK SMALL GROUP PRIVATE SERVICE:

    The prices for the salkantay vary according to the option how you want to return to Cusco after your guided tour in Machupicchu.

    N # GROUP PRICE $ PERSON
    01 1 person $1100 per person
    02 2 to 3 persons $590 per person
    03 4 to 6 persons $540 per person
    04 7 to more persons $490 per person

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    **Important points:

    CONDITIONS FOR MAKING A RESERVATION AND CANCELLATIONS

    to make your reservation you need the exact date of your salkantay trekking departure because there are no changes or cancellations

    RESERVATION MONEY DEPOSIT

    To confirm your reservation and your participation in the trek, you need to make a deposit. This deposit is to reserve all your trek services and, most importantly, the purchase of the Machu Picchu ticket (the Machu Picchu ticket is personal, it cannot be canceled or change date, or transfer to another person )

    CANCELLATION POLICY

    Cancellations and date changes are not accepted, you simply lose your deposit, there is no refund.

    your deposit is not for our pocket ( It is to buy the MachuPicchu tickets and these tickets cannot be cancelled.) And it is for the organization of a good treks in okidoki and to have this good organization you have to make advance reservations of all the services that you are going to have during the 4 or 5 days of your trek and these reservations are made with deposits so as not to have inconveniences or last minute cancellations from our suppliers and if we cancel these reservations we lose our deposits because this is not a game and by making a reservation with our service providers for the trek we are blocking spaces that they can simply give to other tour operators who also need it.

     
     
    WHAT REQUIREMENTS DO YOU NEED TO OPTAIN THE STUDENT DISCOUNT?
     
    THE ISIC CARD IS NOT VALID BECAUSE THE GOVERNMENT FOUND FAKE COPIES… AND IT IS ALSO NOT VALID, CERTIFICATIONS, DOCUMENTS, NOTE FROM UNIVERSITY STUDENTS, INTERNSHIPS, ETC.
     
    If you are a student, the discount is 20 dollars but you must have a card from your university with the current date (2025 or 2026) not 3 or 4 years later (not 2027 or 2028). Yourimage. The name of your university.
    We need the copy of your original passport and your student card to show it to the government and he will say if it is valid or not because the discount is for the entrance of the Machupicchu and not for our trek.
    (IMPORTANT: you have to take your original plastic (PVC) student card, not cardboard or paper for your salkantay trek because if you don’t have it your ticket will not be valid and you will have to buy another ticket it is a problem because if there are no spaces you will not visit Machupicchu ( you must be 25 years old or younger)… If you do not have this original card or this information on your student card that the government requires, I recommend you buy a normal adult ticket to avoid problems because we will not be responsible for this…
    If you have this information and the requirements as a student, send them immediately (it is not valid if you send them after confirming your reservation) to present them to the government and the government approves them whether you are a student or not...

    WHAT YOU NEED TO BRING

    • ORIGINAL PASSPORT AND ORIGINAL STUDENT CARD (IF YOU MADE YOUR RESERVATION AS A STUDENT)
    • BACKPACK (30 LITERS)
    • RAIN JACKET OR RAIN PONCHO
    • WALKING SHOES
    • LANTERN
    • TOWEL + BATHING PAPER
    • PERSONAL MEDICATION
    • SOLAR BLOCKER-SUNGLASSES-HAT HAT ..
    • MOSQUITO REPELLENT
    • CHOCOLATE CARAMELOS SNACKS
    • PHOTO CAMERA
    • EXTRA MONEY

    WHAT INCLUDES

    • ENTRANCE TICKET TO MACHU PICCHU
    • Detailed information about your booked tour 1 day before departure at the Okidoki Travel Peru office. Location (Calle Nueva Alta # 644 in Okidoki Hostal Cusco).
    • EQUIPMENT such as: (DUFFEL BAG to place your things on the mules)
    • transport from cusco to the beginning of the trek.
    •  entrance ticket  to the Mollepata community and Huamntay lagoon
    • SLEEPING BAG
    • hiking stick
    • 4 breakfasts-3 lunches-3 dinners
    • Professional guide english spanish x 4 days including the machupicchu
    • Hot drinks at night and at each meal
    • Horses (mules) to carry 5 kilos per person
    • Hostel in Aguas calientes. x 1 nights
    • Return transportation x train to Ollantaytambo — and then by bus to Cusco center   –

    DOES NOT INCLUDED

    • The last lunch
    • Water (cold beer champagne wiski etc.)Bus up and down to Machu Picchu.. Price 12 dollars one way
    • Entrance to huaynapicchu mountain US$ 20 (book months in advance)
    • Entrance to machupicchu mountain US$ 20 (book months in advance)
    • Tips (voluntary tips)

    DOUBLE CLICK VIEW MAP TOURS: Salkantay Trek + Original Inka Trail… ( includes: archaeological sites, Chachabamba, Wiñayhuayna, Sun Gate ).. to machupicchu

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    FAQs Frequently asked questions of our travelers

     

    1. What is the difficulty level of the 4-day Salkantay Trekking?

    The Salkantay Trek is considered moderate to challenging in difficulty. It includes varied terrain and high altitudes. Therefore, good physical condition and prior acclimatization are required.

    2. Do I need prior hiking experience to do the Salkantay Trek?

    Prior technical hiking experience isn’t strictly necessary; however, it’s crucial to be in good physical shape and mentally prepared for long hikes at high altitudes.

    3. What is the best time of year to do the Salkantay Trekking?

    The best time is during the dry season, from May to October. This way, you’ll enjoy clear skies and less rain. The rainy season runs from November to April.

    4. What altitude will we reach during the Salkantay Trail?

    The highest point is the Salkantay Pass, at 4,630 meters (15,190 feet) above sea level. Consequently, acclimatization is crucial.

    5. How can I acclimatize to the altitude in Cusco before the trek?

    To acclimatize, arrive in Cusco at least 2-3 days before the trek. Initially, rest, stay hydrated, and avoid alcohol and heavy meals. Additionally, you can take gentle walks around the city.

    6. What type of accommodations are offered in the private service?

    In our private service, you’ll enjoy luxury campsites with spacious tents, comfortable sleeping pads, and high-quality sleeping bags. Furthermore, in Aguas Calientes, we stay in 3-star hotels or higher.

    7. What meals are included during the trek?

    All meals are included from breakfast on Day 1 to lunch on Day 4. In fact, our chefs prepare nutritious and delicious dishes, adapting to special diets (vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free) if requested in advance.

    8. What essential gear should I bring for the Salkantay Trek?

    You should bring a good sleeping bag (comfort temperature -10°C), waterproof trekking boots, layered warm clothing, trekking poles, sunscreen, a hat, sunglasses, and a daypack. First and foremost, please consult our complete packing list.

    9. Can I rent trekking equipment in Cusco?

    Yes, you can rent sleeping bags, trekking poles, and even backpacks in Cusco. Of course, we can help you arrange this if needed.

    10. What is the maximum group size for the private service?

    Our service is completely private, meaning the trek is exclusively for your group (family, friends) and does not join other travelers. That is to say, the experience is fully adapted to your needs.

    11. Are support horses available during the trek?

    Yes, in the private service, support horses are included to carry camping and cooking equipment. Moreover, an emergency horse is also available for travelers in case they need extra support.

    12. What happens if I feel ill from the altitude during the trek?

    Our guides are trained in first aid and altitude sickness management. In case of discomfort, they carry oxygen and are prepared to provide assistance or evacuation if necessary.

     

    13. Are Machu Picchu entrance tickets included in the price?

    Yes, the official Machu Picchu entrance ticket is included in your tour. However, it’s important to note that tickets for HuaynaPicchu Mountain or Machu Picchu Mountain are not included due to their limited availability and additional cost. If you wish to climb one of these mountains, tickets must be booked 3 to 4 months in advance, as they sell out very quickly.

    14. How is the transport back to Cusco after Machu Picchu?

    After your visit to Machu Piccho, you’ll take a bus to Aguas Calientes, subsequently, a scenic train to Ollantaytambo or Poroy, and finally, private transportation will take you back to your hotel in Cusco.

    15. Is a special permit needed for the Salkantay Trek?

    No special permit is required like for the Inca Trail. However, Machu Picchu entrance tickets are needed, which we manage for you.

    16. Is it safe to do the Salkantay Trek?

    Yes, it’s safe with proper preparation and a reliable operator. Indeed, your safety is our priority; our guides are experienced, and the equipment is well-maintained.

    17. Can I customize the private Salkantay Trek itinerary?

    Absolutely. One of the great advantages of the private service is its flexibility. Thus, we can adjust the pace of the hike and certain activities according to your preferences.

    18. What is the cancellation and refund policy?

    Our cancellation policy varies depending on the advance notice given. Generally, a retention fee is applied if cancellation occurs close to the departure date. If you do not notify the agency before purchasing your tickets to Machu Piccho, no refund will be issued. Please check the specific terms and conditions when booking okidoki travel peru.

    19. Do I need to carry water during the trek?

    Yes, you should bring your own reusable water bottle. Fortunately, we provide boiled and filtered water at campsites for refills, helping to reduce plastic waste.

    20. What tips are expected for the trekking team (guides, cooks, horsemen)?

    Tips are voluntary and given as a thank you at the end of the trek. Therefore, we suggest consulting our tipping guide, as it’s an important way to acknowledge the hard work of the team.

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