Salkantay trek to Machupicchu

Salkantay Trek to Machu Picchu

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Attraction:

The white peak of the sacred mountain of Salkantay (6,271 meters), wreathed in the white clouds that rise from the jungle, dominates Machupicchu and its approach. Treks around its base offer an extraordinary variety of ecological regions, from tropical valleys to glacial steppes.

Day 1: Cusco - Mollepata – Salkantay Pampa

After an early morning pick-up from your hotel, well go by private bus to the village of Mollepata. From the tropical valley of Mollepata with its citrus groves, we'll go on to Choquekiclla for our first views of the southern faces of the Salkantay (6,271 meters) and Humantay (6, 217 meters) massifs, both sacred to the people of the Andes. Our first campsite for tonight is at Salkantay Pampa
(10 km - 6.2 mi / 8 hour trek).

Day 2: Salkantay Pampa - Totora

After an early breakfast, we are ready to start a 3-hour trek and begin our ascent to Apacheta pass (4,590 meters). We'll have a magnificent view of the snow-capped Salkantay and Humantay, as well as other interesting geological formations. After a brief rest, we'll continue our trek downward to Huayracpampa, and on to our campsite at Totora, where we can enjoy the nearby hotsprings.
(20 km - 12.42 mi / 9 hour trek)

Day 3: Totora - La Playa

Another early start and we are off on an easy hike into the cloud forest or Ceja de Selva. Once downhill, during the relaxed hike along the river we will be able to observe a wide variety of tropical flora and fauna and even take time for a sprinkle under a waterfall. Finally, we arrive to our last campsite at La Playa (2,350 meters).
(14 km - 8.7 mi / 7 hour trek)

Day 4: La Playa – Lucmabamba – Llactapata – Hidroelectrica - Aguas Calientes

In approximately one and a half hours we arrive at the pass of Lucmabamba traversing dense cloud forest, where we have our first possibility of sighting Machupicchu lying in front of us. After a relaxing break, we now descend to the Urubamba valley, passing a footbridge and arriving at the hydroelectric plant with its small railway station early in the afternoon. In the afternoon we take the short train ride to Aguas Calientes, where we will spend the night in a hostel.
(8 km - 5 mi / 7 hour trek)

Day 5: Machupicchu – Cusco

We take the first bus in the morning to Machupicchu, arriving before the first crowds of tourist arriving from Cusco by train. A guided tour to the Sanctuary of Machupicchu and, if time allows, we can walk to the Inti Punku, the Sun gate. In the afternoon (around 3:00 pm) descend by bus to Aguas Calientes and train to Cusco (4:00 pm). Arrival in Cusco in the evening and transfer to your selected hotel.

Note: campsites may change at your guide's discretion.

Included:

• Pickup from your hotel
• Professional bilingual (Spanish/English) guide
• Private transport by bus: Cusco - Mollepata (trailhead)
• Pack horses to carry equipment and your personal gear
• Wranglers responsible for the horses
• A Cook to prepare all meals.
• Cooking equipment, mess tent, dining tent, chairs, tables, accommodation for the porters and cook
• Mountain Hardwear tents (a 3-person tent for every 2 individuals)
• Foam mattress (self-inflating mattress can be rented)
• Meals (5 Breakfasts, 4 Lunches, 3 Dinners) food is suited for trekking and is rich in carbohydrates.
• Boiled water provided at meal times to refill your waterbottle
• Train from the Hydro Electric plant to Aguas Calientes
• Hostel in Aguas Calientes
• Roundtrip bus from Aguas Calientes to the Machupicchu Sanctuary
• Entrance fee to the Machupicchu Sanctuary
• Backpacker train from Aguas Calientes to Poroy
• First aid kit, emergency oxygen, radio communications

Not included:

• Sleeping Bag (can be rented in our office in Cusco)
• Water purification tablets
• Tips for the wranglers, cook and guide
• Dinner on day 4 and 5 and lunch on the last day in Aguas Calientes
• Transfer from Poroy to your hotel in Cusco on the 5th day. Ask us for the additional costs.

For rent:

• Trekking poles: Leki and Black Diamond, 1 for US $ 7.00 and 2 for US $ 10.00.
• Sleeping bag, US $ 16.00. Our sleeping bags are a mummy model and rated -11 Celsius (12 Fahrenheit).
• Therm-a-Rest self-inflating mattress (USD $ 10.00)

Prices per person 2010:

USD $ 460.00 with your return in Backpacker train

USD $ 20.00 discount for students with valid ISIC card

Fixed departures 2010:

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Salkantay trek to Machupicchu

5 days / 4 nights
Private Service

Salkantay trek to Machupicchu

Attraction:

The white peak of the sacred mountain of Salkantay (6,271 meters), wreathed in the white clouds that rise from the jungle, dominates Machupicchu and its approach. Treks around its base offer an extraordinary variety of ecological regions, from tropical valleys to glacial steppes.
On a private service program, we do not add other people to your group. Departs daily.

Itinerary:

Same as in the Salkantay trek to Machupicchu shared service.

Included:

• Pickup from your hotel
• Professional bilingual (Spanish/English) guide
• Private bus: Cusco - Mollepata (trailhead)
• Pack horses to carry equipment and your personal gear
• Wranglers responsible for the horses
• A Cook to prepare all meals.
• Cooking equipment, mess tent, dining tent, chairs, tables, accommodation for the porters and cook
• Mountain Hardwear tents (a 3-person tent for every 2 individuals)
• Therm-a-Rest self-inflatabling mattress
• Meals: 5 breakfasts, 4 lunches and 3 dinners; food is suitable for trekking and is rich in carbohydrates.
• Boiled water provided at meal times to refill your waterbottle
• Train from the Hydro Electric plant to Aguas Calientes
• Hostel in Aguas Calientes
• Roundtrip bus from Aguas Calientes to the Machupicchu Sanctuary
• Backpacker train from Aguas Calientes to Poroy
• First aid kit, emergency oxygen, radio communications

Not included:

• Sleeping bag
• Water purification tablets
• Tips for the wranglers, cook and guide
• Dinner on day 4 and 5 and lunch on last day in Aguas Calientes
• Transfer from Poroy to your hotel in Cusco on the 5th day. Ask us for the additional costs.

For rent:

• Trekking poles: Leki and Black Diamond, 1 for US $ 7.00 and 2 for US $ 10.00.
• Sleeping bag, US $ 16.00. Our sleeping bags are a mummy model and rated -11 Celsius (12 Fahrenheit).

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