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Salkantay Treks

Epic Alternative Hikes to Machu Picchu

We believe some paths are not meant to be tamed. The Salkantay Trek is for those who seek the wild heart of the Andes. This is the premier alternative Inca Trail, a path of raw beauty and breathtaking diversity. We guide you on a journey from turquoise glacial lakes to lush cloud forests, all under the watch of the sacred Apu Salkantay. This is more than a hike; it is an expedition that challenges your limits and rewards you with unforgettable landscapes on your way to Machu Picchu.

Choose Your Epic Salkantay Adventure

We have crafted different ways for you to experience the legendary Salkantay trail. Whether you seek the full multi-day immersion or a more condensed but equally powerful journey, we have the perfect trek for you. As specialists in Andean adventures, we ensure your trek is safe, inspiring, and expertly guided from start to finish. Explore our Salkantay trek to Machu Picchu options below and find your ultimate challenge.

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Salkantay Trek 4 Days

This is our most popular version and the classic Salkantay experience. The Salkantay Trek 4 Days offers a perfect balance of challenge and beauty. We will guide you to conquer the formidable Salkantay Pass at 4,630 meters. From there, we descend from icy highlands into the warm, vibrant edge of the Amazon jungle. This trek is a complete journey through the stunning landscapes that make this route a world-famous adventure.

Expert Guidance for Your 4-Day Journey

Salkantay Trek 3 Days

For travelers with a tighter schedule, we have concentrated the trek's essence into this condensed Salkantay experience. The Salkantay Trek 3 Days focuses on the most iconic highlights, including a visit to the stunning Humantay Lake and the challenge of the high pass. It is a fast-paced and demanding trek that rewards you with the best of the Salkantay in a shorter timeframe.

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Salkantay Trek with Inca Trail 5 Days

Why choose when you can have it all? This is the ultimate Andean challenge, combining the wild, remote beauty of Salkantay with the final, historic stretch of the Classic Inca Trail. The Salkantay Trek with Inca Trail 5 Days is a journey for the true trekking enthusiast. You will experience the best of both worlds, from towering ice-capped peaks to classic Inca stonework.

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Kati S

Amazing trip 100% worth the 4 day hike and better than just taking the train to Machu Picchu. Our guide Primo was full of knowledge and kept us happy and fed. Coolest thing I’ve ever done. The guide and porters are definitely worth the money since they carry all your belongings up and down 8000-13400 ft. If possible I would recommend getting to Machu Picchu more towards the afternoon because the main view was cloudy, but still visible. Also… ...

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Matthew A

I’ve been in the hospitality industry for 17 years and they blew my expectations out of the water. Elvis was such a knowledgeable guide, food and camping service was great, and they were so helpful with us taking in every moment of the 4 day trek. Trip of a lifetime and Kenko made it magical!

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