Salkantay Trek to Machu Picchu

The best time to do the Salkantay Trek in Peru depends on your preferences and weather conditions. The Salkantay Trek is a popular alternative to the Inka Trail and offers stunning views of the Andes Mountains and the opportunity to visit Machu Picchu. Here are the main factors to consider for different times of the year: 1.  Dry Season (May to September): It is the most popular time to hike the Salkantay trek due to the dry weather. Clear skies and comfortable temperatures during the day, although nights can be quite cold. Trails are generally in good condition, making the trek more accessible. Higher chances of clear views of the surrounding mountains and landscapes. Salkantay Trek Dry Season - May to September 2. Shoulder Seasons (April and October): These months are considered shoulder seasons and can also be a good time to do the trek. There may be some rain, but it's generally less crowded than the peak season. April is especially beautiful due to the blooming wildflowers....

Salkantay trekking is a very interesting alternative to the very crowded Inca Trail . During this trek with very varied landscapes, you will flirt with the high altitude before quickly plunging into a semi-tropical climate. And, as a reward, you will arrive at the famous Machu Picchu which you will visit during the last day. Day 1 : Very early departure by private vehicle to Mollepata from where we will begin the walk around 9am. Among the team there will be a guide, a cook, one or two muleteers with their mules to carry all the equipment and your belongings. There will also be a backup horse that will remain with the group during the march. The walk of about 10 km will take us to the small hamlet of Soraypampa, gradual climb to reach about 4000 meters for the camp, we can already see the Tucarhuay and Salkantay mountains . Day 2 : This day, the most difficult of the trek, will take us over the Salkantay Pass at 4600 meters from where we can observe a splendid view of the Salkantay su...

Top of the must-do list for any traveler in Peru: Machu Picchu – Wonder of the Modern World. Of course also on mine. At the beginning of my research I asked myself what possibilities there are to visit the famous Inca terraces. Before I report on my Salkantay Trek experiences, I would like to briefly summarize which paths came into question for me and why I ultimately decided on the Salkantay Trek. Which way to Machu Picchu? Day trip to Machu Picchu : The bus will pick you up at your hotel in Cusco early in the morning and take you to the train station in Ollantaytambo. From there you can take the train to Aguas Calientes and then continue by bus to the entrance of Machu Picchu. Here follows a guided tour through the famous Inca ruins, after which it's back to Aguas Calientes by bus, by train to Ollantaytambo and by bus back to the hotel. Most day treks look something like this. For people who don't have much time but still don't want to miss Machu Picchu, it's definite...

If you decided to do the Salkantay trek, chances are you will have some duas. To help you solve them, we have compiled frequently asked questions from our travelers ¿It is recommended to do the Salkantay trek? Without a doubt, the Salkantay trek is known as the best alternative route to Machu Picchu, it could even be said that it is better than the world famous Inca Trail . This adventurous hike comes with some challenges, but you will be rewarded with the most incredible views and fantastic experiences you have ever had. ¿The Salkantay route is difficult? The salkantay trek to Machu Picchu is a moderate to challenging trek. The most difficult part of the route is the second day, when you ascend to Abra Salkantay (4,600 m.s.n.m). It is a 3-hour ascent considered a real challenge for travelers, due to its high altitude On day 1 in the afternoon, the walk is relatively demanding when going up to the Humantay lagoon, days 3 and 4 are calmer because they have long descents along ...