Salkantay Multi Sport Adventures 4 days

OVERVIEW

Enjoy a spectacular trek to Machu Picchu through the majestic Peruvian Andes
Stay with nest team and luxury equipment for camping
Machu Picchu sunrise, explore with expert, private guide Machupicchu
Soak in views of snow-capped Andean peaks and awe-inspiring ruins sites

While many trails lead toward the wonderous "Lost City of the Incas," only one offers trekkers a close-up view of towering snow-clad peaks, insights into the age-old culture and traditions of local Andean families, and the welcome to stunning camp sites after each day's trek.

Join EXPLORE ADVENTURESon this unique and unforgettable trans-Andean journey to Machu Picchu, we begin our hike through the spectacular Cordillera Vilcabamba mountain range, enjoying dramatic alpine vistas each day and best camp sites with spectacular views and delicious cuisine each night.

ITINERARY

Day 1 CUSCO - SORAYPAMPA - LAKE HUMANTAY - CHAULLAY

You should have breakfast in your hotel prior to departure or bring some snacks with you. We will collect you early from your hotel and take a private transport to the village of Mollepata (2.5 hours) where we will have breakfast or a snack (not included) and have a look around the village. This is the traditional starting point for the Salkantay trek. We also suggest if you want to buy last minute supplies you can do so in Mollepata, thus supporting the local economy. We continue in our vehicle for 1.5 hours more to Soraypampa, where we will start hiking. After meet with our team and we hike up to the unforgettable Humantay Lake (4200 MASL – 13779 ft). This is a 5 km (3.1miles) round-trip which we will walk in a total of 3 hours. This place one of the most beautiful sights in all the Andes with unbelievable blue-green water reflecting the mountain glaciers of Apu Humantay after Humantay we start climb gently for about 2-3 hours to Salkantaycocha/Pampa. We will have lunch very close to Salkantay mountain and glaciers. After lunch and a short break we will continue to climb steeply for 2.5 to 3 hours to the Salkantay pass where we will make small offerings to the apus (mountain spirits). This is the highest point of the trip (4,600 metres/13451 feet). From here we descend for 2 to 3 hours to the campsite at Huayracmachay

Total walking hours: 7 - 8 hours

Day 2 CHAULLAY - LA PLAYA - SANTA TERESA

From our campsite, we will climb 1 hour quite steeply to Unuyoc on a narrow path, where we will have great views of the Santa Theresa river valley and then descend for another hour to the Unuyoc campsite. From Unuyoc to Wiñaypocco is another hour, where we will have lunch. After lunch, we walk through the high jungle (known in Spanish as the eyebrow of the jungle) enjoying the landscapes which offer us much natural beauty. The afternoon follows a gentle descent for 2-3 hours to the small high jungle village of La Playa where we will spend the night.
Total walking hours: 8 - 9 hours

DAY 3 SANTA TERESA – HIDROELÉCTRICA – AGUAS CALIENTES

In the early morning, we will begin our difficult climb to the LLACTAPATA pass at 8,900 feet (2,700 masl). Llactapata is an Inca construction that is located in the rear of Machu Picchu. From there, you will be able to see the Machu Picchu citadel and part of the classic Inca trail. From Llactapa, we will descend through thick vegetation, tall trees, and see an incredible diversity of birds. After we reach the hydroelectric site, we will take a local train to the village of Aguas Calientes where we will spend the night.
Distance: 12 km
Walking hours: 4-6 hours.
Low altitude: 1,850 m/ 6,068 ft
High altitude: 2,700 m / 8,900 ft
Aguas Calientes: 2,050 m / 6,724 ft

DAY 4 AGUAS CALIENTES – MACHUPICCHU – CUSCO

After an early-morning breakfast at 5:00 am, we will take the first bus to Machu Picchu, and arrive very early to the Citadel. We will be among the first visitors, before the other tourists arrive from the classic Inca trail and before tourists arriving by train. Our visit will be without many people and we will get to enjoy the magic and beauty of its buildings and its landscape surrounded by mountains, valleys, rivers, etc. Your tour guide will guide you through the most important places in Macchu Picchu for about 2 hours, then you will have a free time to explore around the Citadel or have the opportunity to climb Huaynapicchu. We will then take the bus to Aguas Calientes to board the train back to Cusco in the afternoon.

INCLUDED

With Salcantay package you will receive:

Cultural Immersion Experience

visit to Patabamba village
home stay at the community
Explore the community with your guide share the day in the lives of QUECHUAS.

Transportation Tickets

Private transport from your Cusco hotel or home stay to trailhead
Bus ticket from Machupicchu to Aguas Calientes
Train ticket back to Cusco Expeditions service
Transfer from Cusco the train station back to your hotel
Entrance fees for Salcantay trek
Entrance fees for Machu Picchu

Camping Equipment

Our service includes a porter 8kgs
High quality double-occupancy tents and camping equipment
Sleeping rest mattress 'foam mattresses'
Hot water in the morning for washing
Food and drink utensils
Dining tent, kitchen tent, tables, seats
Toilet tent with biodegradable chemical toilet
Oxygen bottle and first aid kit equipment for wilderness trekking

Team

Professional, knowledgeable English-speaking guide
A cook to prepare your meals
Porters to carry camping equipment and food(passengers must carry their own bags porters just carry 8kgs )

Food

Plentiful, nutritious meals (vegetarian option available) 03B, 03L, 03D
Hot drinks such as tea and coffee, as well as enough water for your canteens, water bottles or hydration packs

NOT INCLUDED:

Sleeping bag
Breakfast on Day 1
Tips for guide and camp staff

PRICES

Price per person: US$650 (Minimum 2 persons; departures all year except February)

* We include duffle bags 8kls and a horse that will carry your personal belongings in all of our treks at no additional cost.

*Emergency horse available throughout the trek, in the event someone is not feeling well.

Discounts

Student Discount (with valid ISIC card) – $25
Under 15 Discount – $25
Under 7 Discount – $35

Rentals

Hiking poles - US$15.00 (pair)
Sleeping bag - 4 season - US$30.00
Private Tent - US$30.00
air mattress -$15

horses- Our service includes 8kg carried by our horses per person, but if you would like an upgrade:

Upgrades

Train upgrade to Vistadome: US$50.00 one way (Departing from Aguas Calientes) Train will be according to availability and Peru Rail schedules, if train route ends at Ollantaytambo, we will be there waiting for you in order to go to Cusco City. (Our service ends once you are at your accommodation at Cusco City)

Extras

Would you also like to hike Huaynapicchu? Sure, you can make it! Its price is US$65.00 per person and there are 2 times (at 7 am and 10am). We usually recommend people to take the 10am one (this activity is on the 4th day of the Salcantay trek 4 days) because that way you won’t be running with the time to take your tour. Other option would be on the 5th day in the morning if you want to stay for an extra night at Aguas Calientes. (accommodation is on your own on the 4th night)

CANCELLATION:

1. Because of the strict regulations of the Machupicchu Park, once you have made your reservation, you cannot cancel the space that you have reserved. You also may not alter the name or date of the reservation. If you are unable to come on the date you have reserved, we cannot reimburse you.

2. The $200 deposit is non-refundable. We cannot reimburse the entrance fee to the Inca Trail because the permits are non-refundable and EXPLORE ADVENTURES PERU purchases the tickets from Machupicchu Park when you reserve your spot.

3. If you cancel between 30 and 10 days before your trek, you must pay 50% of the total cost.

4. If you cancel between 10 and 3 days before your trek, you must pay 80% of the total cost.

5. If you cancel one or two days before your trek, you must pay 100% of the total cost.

6. In the exceptional case that you decide to head back once you have started the trail, you must pay extra expenses such as food and transportation. You may join the group in Machupicchu for the walking tour and use all of the services onward.

WHYEXPLORE

Peru Behind The Scenes

Cultural Immersion

Travel is about meeting the local people and experiencing different ways of life. That is why EXPLORE ADVENTURES PERU immerses you in the local communities. Visit the most interesting and off the beaten track locations to experience the real Peru! Have a unique cultural adventure at local communities, COMMUNITY STAY and CULTURAL IMMERSION before each trek and take part of our tours.

We are a 100% locally owned and operated company!

EXPLORE ADVENTURES PERU offers an assortment of adventurous treks and exciting tour packages in Peru, specially designed to appeal to most visitors' budgets that doesn't have a negative impact on the environment or adversely affect local communities. EXPLORE ADVENTURES PERU employees are local, Peruvian people. We work to invest in our own country and develop social work to offer our people a better lifestyle and provide opportunities to keep growing. This is the main difference between local companies and foreign companies and associated companies.

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UPGRADES

Upgrades - HOTELS

Belmond Sanctuary Lodge($460 USD), Belmond Sanctuary Lodge is a luxury hotel in the Sacred Valley, Machupicchu Peru.

Sumaq Machu Picchu Hotel 5-star hotel($335 USD) , hotel Privileged located at the Urubamba River and only 20 minutes from the famous Machu Picchu archeological site, this 5- star hotel offers comfort, elegance and relaxation, in Andean Design.

Inkaterra Machu Picchu Pueblo 3,5-star hotel ($445USD) , Hotel is a colonial-style property that features massage sessions and an Andean sauna. The spacious rooms feature tile floors and sitting areas.

Tierra Viva Machu Picchu 3-star hotel($110 USD) , hotel Offering impressive views of the surrounding hills, Tierra Viva Cusco Machu Picchu.

Andina Luxury hotel ($100 USD),This hotel is located in Aguas Caliente (Machu Picchu town), a few meters from the railway station en route to the hot springs with a breathtaking view of the surrounding vegetation.

Casa Andina Machu Picchu hotel ($150 USD),Casa Andina Classic Machu Picchu is a cozy and comfortable hotel strategically located in Aguas Calientes, the access point to the Historical Sanctuary of Machu Picchu.

Upgrades - Restaurants

Indio Feliz Dinner at the Restaurant, Bistro, Bar, Crêperie in MachuPicchu. on Day 1-($35 USD)
Tinkuy Buffet Lunch at the Belmond Sanctuary Lodge on Day 2 – US $45

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