{"id":2198,"date":"2022-12-24T00:27:49","date_gmt":"2022-12-24T00:27:49","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/atvcuscoadventures.com\/blog\/?p=2198"},"modified":"2022-12-24T00:27:49","modified_gmt":"2022-12-24T00:27:49","slug":"salkantay-trek-to-machu-picchu-one-of-the-best-treks","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/atvcuscoadventures.com\/blog\/salkantay-trek-to-machu-picchu-one-of-the-best-treks\/","title":{"rendered":"Salkantay Trek To Machu Picchu: One Of The Best Treks"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><a href=\"https:\/\/atvcuscoadventures.com\/es\/tours\/caminata-salkantay-5-dias\/\">The Salkantay trek<\/a> owes its name to one of the highest peaks in Southern Peru: the Salkantay Mountain. The main difference between the Salkantay Trek and the Inca trail is that the Salkantay swaps out Inca ruins for a jaw-droppingly diverse set of landscapes. It offers a more physically demanding challenge, that pays off with fewer crowds and surprise lagoons and rivers, as well as an unforgettable mountain trail. There is no need to get a permit or reserve your spot way in advance (as in the case of the Inca trail). Salkantay trek is perfect for travelers looking to really connect with nature and maybe even reconnect with themselves as they pass through magical and untouched landscapes and mountain passes. The trek is a popular alternative trek to the world-famous Inca Trail. It is actually one of Peru\u2019s most\u00a0beautiful and rewarding hikes. Read on, and you will find an all-you-need-to-know guide for embarking on this spectacular trekking adventure!<\/p>\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_53 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title \" >Tabla de contenidos<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\" role=\"button\"><label for=\"item-6a9e7d9c4d8fe\" ><span class=\"\"><span style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: 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route?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/atvcuscoadventures.com\/blog\/salkantay-trek-to-machu-picchu-one-of-the-best-treks\/#Trek_difficulty\" title=\"Trek difficulty\">Trek difficulty<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/atvcuscoadventures.com\/blog\/salkantay-trek-to-machu-picchu-one-of-the-best-treks\/#Salkantay_Trek_itinerary\" title=\"Salkantay Trek itinerary\">Salkantay Trek itinerary<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3'><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/atvcuscoadventures.com\/blog\/salkantay-trek-to-machu-picchu-one-of-the-best-treks\/#Day_1_Cusco_%E2%80%93_Mollepata_%E2%80%93_Challacancha_%E2%80%93_Soraypampa_%E2%80%93_Humantay_Lake\" title=\"Day 1: Cusco \u2013 Mollepata \u2013 Challacancha \u2013 Soraypampa \u2013 (Humantay Lake)\">Day 1: Cusco \u2013 Mollepata \u2013 Challacancha \u2013 Soraypampa \u2013 (Humantay Lake)<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/atvcuscoadventures.com\/blog\/salkantay-trek-to-machu-picchu-one-of-the-best-treks\/#Day_2_Soraypampa_%E2%80%93_Salkantay_Pass_%E2%80%93_Huayrachmachay_%E2%80%93_Chaullay\" title=\"Day 2: Soraypampa \u2013 Salkantay Pass \u2013 Huayrachmachay \u2013 Chaullay\">Day 2: Soraypampa \u2013 Salkantay Pass \u2013 Huayrachmachay \u2013 Chaullay<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/atvcuscoadventures.com\/blog\/salkantay-trek-to-machu-picchu-one-of-the-best-treks\/#Day_3_Chaullay_%E2%80%93_Collpapampa_%E2%80%93_La_Playa\" title=\"Day 3: Chaullay \u2013 Collpapampa \u2013 La Playa\">Day 3: Chaullay \u2013 Collpapampa \u2013 La Playa<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/atvcuscoadventures.com\/blog\/salkantay-trek-to-machu-picchu-one-of-the-best-treks\/#Day_4_La_Playa_%E2%80%93_Lucmabamba_%E2%80%93_HidroelectricaAguas_Calientes\" title=\"Day 4: La Playa \u2013 Lucmabamba \u2013 Hidroelectrica\/Aguas Calientes\">Day 4: La Playa \u2013 Lucmabamba \u2013 Hidroelectrica\/Aguas Calientes<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/atvcuscoadventures.com\/blog\/salkantay-trek-to-machu-picchu-one-of-the-best-treks\/#Day_5_Aguas_Calientes_%E2%80%93_Machu_Picchu_%E2%80%93_Cusco\" title=\"Day 5: Aguas Calientes \u2013 Machu Picchu \u2013 Cusco\">Day 5: Aguas Calientes \u2013 Machu Picchu \u2013 Cusco<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/atvcuscoadventures.com\/blog\/salkantay-trek-to-machu-picchu-one-of-the-best-treks\/#Salkantay_Trek_elevation\" title=\"Salkantay Trek elevation\">Salkantay Trek elevation<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/atvcuscoadventures.com\/blog\/salkantay-trek-to-machu-picchu-one-of-the-best-treks\/#Salkantay_Trek_weather\" title=\"Salkantay Trek weather\">Salkantay Trek weather<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/atvcuscoadventures.com\/blog\/salkantay-trek-to-machu-picchu-one-of-the-best-treks\/#What_to_wear_for_the_trek\" title=\"What to wear for the trek\">What to wear for the trek<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/atvcuscoadventures.com\/blog\/salkantay-trek-to-machu-picchu-one-of-the-best-treks\/#What_to_pack_for_the_Salkantay_Trek-_check-list\" title=\"What to pack for the Salkantay Trek- check-list\">What to pack for the Salkantay Trek- check-list<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Where_is_the_Salkantay_Trek_and_what_is_the_route\"><\/span>Where is the Salkantay Trek and what is the route?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>It takes a 4-hour ride from<a href=\"https:\/\/atvcuscoadventures.com\/es\/tours\/parapente-valle-sagrado-de-los-incas\/\"> Cusco\u2019s<\/a> downtown to get to Sayllapata. This is the starting point of the trek and is located at 3,600 meters above sea level. Here, you will meet your horsemen- the people who will be looking after your main bag, so that you can carry only your daysack.<\/p>\n<p>The usual route heads north to Soraypampa, a campsite at the base of the Salkantay pass. Most tours will stop here to camp for the evening, climbing up to see Humantay Lake before sleeping at the foot of the glacier. Trekkers will reach the highest point, at Salkantay Mountain pass the next morning, and spend the rest of the day walking in descent. Your group will camp in Chaullay in the mountains after enjoying a day of descent in beautiful mountain conditions. Day three brings the least challenging portion of the trek, taking you to La Playa village where you can enjoy the natural hot springs before a night camping in the hostel and enjoying an evening by the fire. The trek then proceeds to the Hidroel\u00e9ctrica. From here\u00a0you will either walk, or take a train to Aguas Calientes- also known as\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/atvcuscoadventures.com\/es\/tours\/machu-picchu-tour-1-dia\/\">Machu Picchu\u00a0<\/a>town. You will spend the night in this town, and early in the morning you will make one last hike up the mountain, or take a shuttle bus to reach the lost city: Machu Picchu.<\/p>\n<p class=\"text-center\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone lazyloaded\" src=\"https:\/\/www.peruhop.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/weather-contrast-790x395.jpg\" alt=\"Trekkers staring back at camera on a portion of the Salkantay trek in Peru\" width=\"790\" height=\"395\" data-ll-status=\"loaded\" \/><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Trek_difficulty\"><\/span>Trek difficulty<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>This hike is considered to be challenging. The difficulty comes from, not the distance, but the continuous altitude you will be trekking at during some portions of the hike. It is highly recommended that trekkers spend a couple of days in Cusco to\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/atvcuscoadventures.com\/es\/tours\/camino-inca-2-dias-2\/\">acclimatize to the altitude<span id=\"itinerary\"><\/span>.<\/a><\/p>\n<p>As mentioned before, permits are not required to do the Salkantay trek. Thus, it is possible to do this trek on your own. Check out a sample itinerary below to see how it works:<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Salkantay_Trek_itinerary\"><\/span>Salkantay Trek itinerary<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Day_1_Cusco_%E2%80%93_Mollepata_%E2%80%93_Challacancha_%E2%80%93_Soraypampa_%E2%80%93_Humantay_Lake\"><\/span>Day 1: Cusco \u2013 Mollepata \u2013 Challacancha \u2013 Soraypampa \u2013 (Humantay Lake)<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>The day begins at 6 am with a 4-hour ride on a private bus to Mollepata. The bus passes through mountain ranges, such as Izcuchaca and Limatambo, where you will then stop for breakfast before reaching the trailhead. Enjoy your breakfast, you can get panoramic views of the Salkantay Mountain. On the way to the trailhead, you will get astonishing views of other snow-capped peaks, which are part of the\u00a0Vilcabamba\u00a0mountain range and the colorful village of Mollepata and the Apurimac river valley.<\/p>\n<p>Eventually you will reach the trailhead at Mollepata, where horsemen and other trekking staff will be waiting for you. The trek begins with a gradual climb for about two and a half hours to Soraypampa. After a lunch stop in the middle of this beautiful nature, you will climb up a relatively short but steep hill to visit Humantay Lake, which is famous for its unforgettable color and majestic glacier.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Day_2_Soraypampa_%E2%80%93_Salkantay_Pass_%E2%80%93_Huayrachmachay_%E2%80%93_Chaullay\"><\/span>Day 2: Soraypampa \u2013 Salkantay Pass \u2013 Huayrachmachay \u2013 Chaullay<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Day 2 is the most challenging day of the trek. After an early breakfast, the trek resumes to take on a challenging climb towards Apacheta pass (4,590 meters above sea level). At these heights, you will get breathtaking views of the surrounding snow-capped mountains; <a href=\"https:\/\/atvcuscoadventures.com\/es\/tours\/laguna-humantay-1-dia\/\">Humantay<\/a> and Huayanay. For the more enthusiastic trekkers, there is also the option to take a short forty-minute walk to see lake Soraycocha, another astonishingly beautiful mountain lake. Your group will continue downhill for 2 hours, before having lunch at Huayracmachay. Once the group finishes lunch, you will continue on to camp through a jungle-like mountain walk.<\/p>\n<p class=\"text-center\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone lazyloaded\" src=\"https:\/\/www.peruhop.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/salkantay-trek.jpg\" alt=\"a group of backpackers on the top of a mountain on the Salkantay trek\" width=\"700\" height=\"380\" data-ll-status=\"loaded\" \/><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Day_3_Chaullay_%E2%80%93_Collpapampa_%E2%80%93_La_Playa\"><\/span>Day 3: Chaullay \u2013 Collpapampa \u2013 La Playa<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>From Chaullay, it is a brief uphill trek before reaching a region called Ceja de Selva: a jungle region in the middle of the Andes and the Amazon rainforest. There are lots of different crops of fruits to see along the way, as well as flowers and plenty of birds. If the birds are not feeling shy that day, you might even spot a cock of the rock (Gallito de las Rocas) which is the national bird of\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/atvcuscoadventures.com\/es\/tours\/caminata-lares-4-dias-turismo-vivencial\/\">Peru<\/a>. As the temperature rises through the day, the waterfalls will be a temptation you cannot resist and your group will undoubtedly stop to paddle in one of them. Later, a lunch stop will give you some free time to rest before finishing the day with a 3-hour trek to the last campsite in La Playa village. Any free time in the afternoon can be spent enjoying the natural hot springs here.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Day_4_La_Playa_%E2%80%93_Lucmabamba_%E2%80%93_HidroelectricaAguas_Calientes\"><\/span>Day 4: La Playa \u2013 Lucmabamba \u2013 Hidroelectrica\/Aguas Calientes<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>The day begins with a trek towards Lucmabamba village where you will see remains of the highly-acclaimed Inca trail. As the uphill trek continues, you will get spectacular views of the Santa Teresa Valley. Continuing on for a few hours, you will see your first glimpse of Machu Picchu, but from very far away. Your trek will continue downhill to a Hydroelectric Plant, where you will have one last lunch with your trekking staff. Depending on the trek you booked, you will then either walk to or catch a train to Aguas Calientes (the town beside Machu Picchu). Here, you will have some more free time and will check-in at the accommodation which has been booked for you by your trekking company.<\/p>\n<p class=\"text-center\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"lazyloaded\" src=\"https:\/\/www.peruhop.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/aqSKT-790x395.jpg\" alt=\"Salkantay trekkers walking along a section of an Inca aqueduct\" width=\"790\" height=\"395\" data-ll-status=\"loaded\" \/><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Day_5_Aguas_Calientes_%E2%80%93_Machu_Picchu_%E2%80%93_Cusco\"><\/span>Day 5: Aguas Calientes \u2013 Machu Picchu \u2013 Cusco<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>The day you have been waiting for has finally arrived! Your Salkantay trek is all but over, and Machu Picchu is within touching distance. It is highly advisable to wake up early (at 4am) in the morning so that you can reach Machu Picchu by 6 am; the time at which the gates open. It is necessary to enter with a guide, and the tour will last for a couple of hours. It will walk you through Machu Picchu Temple of the Sun, the Three Windowed Temple, the Caretakers Hut and the Solar Clock. When the tour finishes, you will have free time to explore the site on your own and, of course, take all the pictures that you want. The travelers who have booked an optional climb to\u00a0<span id=\"elevation\"><\/span>either Huayna Picchu or\u00a0Machu Picchu mountain\u00a0will have time to do this as well. Finally, you will need to return to Aguas Calientes to take a train back to Cusco, depending on what time your train is booked for, make sure you check your tickets!<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Salkantay_Trek_elevation\"><\/span>Salkantay Trek elevation<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>When hiking through Salkantay, you\u2019ll go up and down different altitudes at different points of the trek. Each of these different points offer different views and scenery making all of them (even the most difficult points) gratifying.<span id=\"weather\"><\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Highest elevation during the trek:<\/strong>\u00a04,590 meters (15,059) \u2013 Salkantay Pass<\/li>\n<li><strong>Lowest elevation during the trek:<\/strong>\u00a02,430 meters (7,972 feet) \u2013 Machu Picchu<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Salkantay_Trek_weather\"><\/span>Salkantay Trek weather<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span id=\"what-to-wear\"><\/span>The weather tends to change depending on the season and time of day. During the day, the average temperature on a sunny day is around 20\u00baC (70\u00baF), while at night time it can reach below freezing levels.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_to_wear_for_the_trek\"><\/span>What to wear for the trek<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Aspects such as terrain and weather need to be taken into account when deciding what to wear. The terrain is mostly made of stone pathways and wide dirt tracks. The trek has many high-altitude passes that require trekkers to go uphill and downhill. Thus, it is best to wear lightweight boots with ankle support. Open-toe shoes are definitely not recommended.<\/p>\n<p>Regarding the weather, the trek takes you through regions with different climatic conditions: temperatures can range from\u00a0<span id=\"what-to-pack\"><\/span>freezing cold, to hot and humid. It is recommended to bring layers of clothes that you can easily put on or take off. Additionally, even during the dry season (Mid-October to Mid-April), there might be a chance of rain, so bringing a plastic poncho, just in case.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_to_pack_for_the_Salkantay_Trek-_check-list\"><\/span>What to pack for the Salkantay Trek- check-list<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<ul>\n<li>Original passport (to enter Machu Picchu)<\/li>\n<li>Toilet Paper<\/li>\n<li>Soap and Hand Sanitizer<\/li>\n<li>Tooth brush and tooth paste<\/li>\n<li>One small towel<\/li>\n<li>Wet wipes<\/li>\n<li>Any personal medications<\/li>\n<li>Insect repellent (deet based products work best)<\/li>\n<li>Warm jumper \/ coat<\/li>\n<li>Gloves and a scarf for the evening<\/li>\n<li>Flip flops to use at the waterfalls and hot springs.<\/li>\n<li>Good quality walking socks and underwear<\/li>\n<li>Plastic poncho<\/li>\n<li>Flashlight and extra batteries<\/li>\n<li>Comfortable hiking footwear<\/li>\n<li>Two walking sticks. \u00a0(Optional- can be rented or purchased in Cusco)<\/li>\n<li>Comfortable day bag \/ or good quality back-pack if you are carrying your own equipment<\/li>\n<li>Standard small water bottles (plastic)<\/li>\n<li>Camera and spare batteries<\/li>\n<li><span id=\"price\"><\/span>Sunglasses, hat and sunblock\/sunscreen<\/li>\n<li>Money for any extras<\/li>\n<li>water purification tablets\/filter<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>The Salkantay trek owes its name to one of the highest peaks in Southern Peru: the Salkantay Mountain. The main difference between the Salkantay Trek and the Inca trail is that the Salkantay swaps out Inca ruins for a jaw-droppingly diverse set of landscapes. It offers a more physically demanding challenge, that pays off with fewer crowds and surprise lagoons and rivers, as well as an unforgettable mountain trail. There is no need to get a permit or reserve your spot way in advance (as in the case of the Inca trail). 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