Salkantay Trek Inca trail 6 Days

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Salkantay Trek Inca trail 6 Days

The 6-day Salkantay + Inca Trail to Machu Picchu combines two of Peru’s most popular treks. Visit Lake Humantay and Salkantay Pass to start this amazing trek and join the Classic Inca Trail in the village of Weirabamba. Arrive at Machu Picchu through the Gate of the Sun after 6 days of hiking in the mountains. Departs daily with a minimum of 2 participants.

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Salkantay Trek Inca trail 6 Days

6 days

Price from $1400.00USDper person

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Trip Details

Overview

Day 1: Soraypampa – Humantay lake – Salkantaypampa – Ichupata (15 km / 9.3 miles)
Day 2: Ichupata – Sisaypampa – Canal Inca (13 km / 8 miles)
Day 3: Canal Inca – Wayllabamba – Ayapata (15 km / 9.3 miles)
Day 4: Ayapata – Warmiwañuska – Chaquicocha (16km / 9.9 miles)
Day 5: Chaquiccocha – Phuyupatamarca – Wiñaywayna (10km / 6.2 miles)
Day 6: Wiñaywayna – Machupicchu – Cusco (6km / 3.7 miles,

Trip Details

Time: 5 nights 6 days
Departure point: Soraypampa
Difficulty: Difficult
Season: March to December
Destination: Machu Picchu
Hiking distance: 70 km - 43 miles
Type: Adventure - Camping - Historical

Itinerary

01:

Soraypampa – Humantay lake – Salkantaypampa – Ichupata

Get picked up from your hotel in Cusco at 4:30 AM and take a 3-hour drive to Soraypampa, where breakfast is served under the impressive Humantay and Salkantay mountains. After breakfast, start a gentle climb towards Humantay Lake and Salkantay Mountain. Enjoy spectacular views of the Vilcabamba Mountains, which separate the Andes from the cloud forest. The entire trek to Ikupata (aka Pampa Japonesa) takes about 8 hours. Camp next to a beautiful glacial lake under the mighty Mount Salkantay.

Approximate time: 8 hours
Campsite altitude: 4280 m /14041 ft
Considered: Moderate to Challenging
Total distance: 15 km / 9.3 miles
Meals: B, L, D
Camping

02:

Ichupata – Sisaypampa – Canal Inca

Wake up in your tent with coffee provided by your trekking team and prepare to conquer the highest point of the expedition, the Inciriasca Pass (5100 meters / 16732 feet), also known as the 'Frozen Inca Pass'. Once you reach the top, take in the stunning views while sipping a hot Coca-hi tea to acclimate to the altitude. Descend from the pass into the Pampakkawana Valley and follow a meandering creek to his third campsite next to a small village.

Total distance: (13 km / 8 miles)
Approximate time: 8 hours
Campsite altitude: 3670 m /12040 ft
Considered: Challenging
Meals: B, L, D
Camping

03:

Canal Inca – Wayllabamba – Ayapata

After enjoying a delicious breakfast, embark on the 3-hour descent to the Inca ruins of Paucarcancha (3143 meters / 10410 feet), a beautiful and rarely visited archaeological complex. Lunch will be served near the Inca ruins where you will meet your Inca Trail porters and bid your mules farewell. Next, continue the 30-minute trek to Wayllabamba to visit another Inca site. Checking in at the second checkpoint on the Classic Inca Trail, she treks another two hours to her fourth camp in Ayapata.

Total distance: 15 km / 9.3 miles
Approximate time: 7 hours
Campsite altitude: 3300m / 10826ft
Considered: Moderate
Meals: B, L, D
Camping

04:

Ayapata – Warmiwañuska – Chaquicocha

On this day, you will wake up to a different sound than the day before. The Inca Trail porter usually starts with an early breakfast to prepare him for his most difficult day on the Inca Trail. Death Woman Pass, the highest of the trek at 4200m, and his second mountain called Lungkula Kai Pass at 4000m.

Total distance: 16km / 9.9 miles
Approximate time: 10 hours
Campsite altitude: 3600m / 11811ft
Considered: Moderate – Challenging
Meals: B, L, D
Camping

05:

Chaquiccocha – Phuyupatamarca – Wiñaywayna

After passing Frozen Inca, Dead Women's, and Runqurakay, the third day is a brief rest day. His most enjoyable day on the Inca Trail, a half day hike and a free afternoon to prepare for our final day at Machu Picchu. On this day we will visit several Inca sites such as: Phuyupatamarca, Intipata, Winaywayna.

Total distance: 10km / 6.2 miles
Approximate time: 5 hours
Campsite altitude: 2600m / 8530ft
Considered: Moderate
Meals: B, L, D
Camping

06:

Wiñaywayna – Machu Picchu – Cusco

On your final day, wake up early to prepare for the final leg of the Inca Trail. After passing the final checkpoint, start his 1 hour hike to the Sun Gate (Intipunku) where you will see the first and most beautiful views of Machu Picchu. Explore the lost city of the Incas with your guide. In the afternoon, return to Cusco by train.

Total distance: 6km / 3.7 miles
Hiking hours: 2 hours
Visit Sungate, Machu Picchu
Meals: Breakfast only
Expedition Train to come back to Cusco.

Inclusions

Included

Transportation Included during the 6 days
Duffle bag for 6 kilos for your stuff
Mules for Salkantay área
Porter for Inca Trail Trek
Entrance ticket Salkantay, Inca Trail, and Machu Picchu
All meals included except last day’s lunch
Tea time, snacks, everyday
5 nights camping
Eureka tent for each 2 trekkers
Sleeping mattress,
Drinkable water every day
Portable toilets, hot showers, and warm water to wash
Souvenir t-shirt
Professional tour guide

No Included

Sleeping bags, air mattresses, or trekking poles.
Last day lunch.
Huayna Picchu mountain entrance (optional).
Tips for porters, chefs, and guides.
Travel Insurance.

Optional

Recomendations

Packing list for the Salkantay + Inca Trail trek

The Salkantay Inca Trail Expedition is one of the most challenging and epic treks to Machu Picchu. It is very important to pack all the necessary equipment and keep it lightweight.

Essentials for Trek:

Original passport
Valid student ID (if booking is a student)
Good backpack (small and comfortable)
Water tank: (Camelbaks or 2 liter weatherproof bottle).
Comfortable hiking boots (lightweight, good sole) climbing stick

In your backpack:

You must bring a small, comfortable backpack for hiking. We recommend not to exceed 25 liters; this is for Machu Picchu where large bags will not be carried inside.

Water: We give you holihboukjghoug+drinking water every day after the first lunch. On the first morning, you need to bring 2 liters of water.
Rain gear (raincoat, rain pants, waterproof climbing gloves, poncho)
Sun protection (sunscreen, sun hat)
Warm hats and gloves
Camera, backup battery, shoe insoles alcohol gel
Toilet paper and small plastic trash bags
Extra coins for souvenirs, drinks and tips

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