The Salkantay Trek to Machu Picchu is one of the best alternative routes to the world famous Inca Trail. Long the way you’ll see some of the most incredible landscapes as well as enjoy the adventure of a lifetime. You’ll walk through the Andean mountains surrounded by snowy peaks to the warm and humid jungle.
There are plenty of different species of wildlife and some beautiful flora for you to see, in addition to witnessing Andean life in small villages.
The snowy peak of Salkantay itself is sacred and appreciated by all who live in the area. It’s 125km northeast of Cusco and sits at 6,264 masl. Professional climbers have been hiking the mountain since the year 1952. This is because it’s very easy to access from Cusco.
Cusco
Humantay Lake & Salkantay Pass Trek 2 Days
From$150
Short hike
Trip Length: 2 days and 1 night
Difficulty: Moderate
Cusco
Classic
Salkantay Trek 4 Days Classic Service
From$250$210
Multi-day hike
Classic
Trip Length: 4 days and 3 nights
Difficulty: Moderate
Cusco
Classic
Salkantay Trek 5 Days Classic Service
From$255$210
Multi-day hike
Classic
Trip Length: 5 days and 4 nights
Difficulty: Moderate
Cusco
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Salkantay Trek Imperial 8 Days All inclusive
From$700
Multi-day hike
Full package
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Trip Length: 8 days and 7 nights
Difficulty: Moderate
Cusco
Humantay Lake Hike Full Day All inclusive
From$50$33
Day Hike
Trip Length: 7 to 8 hours
Difficulty: Moderate
Cusco
Salkantay Trek 7 Days Plus Inca Trail To Machu Picchu
From$1,100
Multi-day hike
Trip Length: 7 days and 6 nights
Difficulty: Vigorous
Cusco
Cusco
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In domes
Salkantay Trek To Machu Picchu 4 Days Premiun Service
From$460
Short hike
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In domes
Trip Length: 4 days and 3 nights
Difficulty: Vigorous
Cusco
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In domes
Salkantay Trek To Machu Picchu 5 Days Premium service
From$460
Multi-day hike
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In domes
Trip Length: 5 days and 4 nights
Difficulty: Moderate