If you love adventure and would like to challenge some of the best hiking routes in South America and the World, the 5 Day Salkantay Trek via Llactapata is for you. Combine the most exciting trails with the most incredible landscapes you can imagine.

Join us on your own, as a couple, or as part of an amazing group!

1st day:  Cusco - Mollepata - Soraypampa - Humantay Lagoon

Walk from the Inka Canal towards Soraypampa and enjoy lunch, visit the  Humantay Lagoon  in the afternoon. Spend the night resting under the stars at our Soraypampa campsites.

2nd day:  Soraypampa - Salkantay Pass - Wayraqmachay - Colpapampa

Challenge the  7 snakes trail  until you reach the  Salkantay Pass , an impressive view of the  Salkantay Mountains . Immerse yourself through the Andean cloud forest, rest and save energy at our Colpapampa camp.

 3rd day:  Colpapampa - Sahuayaco Beach - Lucmabamba

Incredible walk to the  lush high jungle , we will visit its villagers to learn about the  organic coffee of the area . Enjoy and rest in our campsite, surrounded by living nature.

 4th day:  Lucmabamba - Llactapata - Hydroelectric - Aguas Calientes

Hike the Inca Trail to the  archaeological site of Llactapata . Enigmatic views of Machu Picchu for the first time in our entire tour, we headed towards the town of  Aguas Calientes  that afternoon.

 5th day:  Aguas Calientes - Machu Picchu - Aguas Calientes - Ollantaytambo - Cusco

Long-awaited visit of your lives! With our guide we explore the Inca city of  Machu Picchu  in the morning, we return to Aguas Calientes to take the  train to Ollantaytambo  and return to  Cusco  in our transportation.

We begin our adventure at 04:30 AM, picking up each member of the group from their respective accommodations or hotels (*close to Cusco) and starting the trip together with their Guide and Cook. We will leave in the direction of the town of  Mollepata  which is  (2,800 meters above sea level / 9,186 feet) , passing through towns such as Izcuchaca and Limatambo, arriving at 07:30 AM and where we will have a break to have a light optional breakfast. We continue towards  Challacancha  for an hour, where it will be the starting point of our  trail to Salkantay, the Route of the Gods .

From this place we will meet with our support and logistics staff, they will prepare the equipment and pack mules. Around 09:30 AM. We begin our walk towards  Soraypampa , where our first travel camp is located  (3,910 masl / 12,828 feet) .

The first part of the walk, we will walk along an old road and it will lead us through deep valleys next to the mountain. We will be able to observe an old "aqueduct" canal, where cold crystalline water flows and passes that supplies the inhabitants of the area. During 3 hours of walking we will arrive at our  Soraypampa camp , to then have lunch and regain strength. At this point we will have enough time to enjoy and take photos of the impressive views of the canyon that extends in the area, you can contemplate the  glaciers and snow-capped mountains of Salkantay  such as  Humantay .

In the afternoon and after a rest at our camp, we will begin the walk for 1 hour and 30 minutes towards the dazzling and turquoise Humantay Lagoon  (4,210 masl / 13,812 feet) . Where we will enjoy the beauty and charm of the place, a magnificent opportunity to take incredible dream photos.

Back at our camp, we will observe the sunset admiring the valley with an impressive scene that will fill you with peace and harmony in your being. Time to find yourself!

Tea time and then enjoy our delicious dinner. At night we will have the opportunity to  contemplate the stars and the firmament full of constellations in the sky , finally we will go to our accommodations to be able to  rest under the stars  and continue for the next day.

 Distance Travelled:  12 kilometers from Challacancha to Soraypampa.
 Walking Time:  Approximately 6 hours.
 Difficulty:  Moderate to Challenging.
 Climate:  Cool with the presence of wind and the nights are cold.
 Initial Altitude:  3,600 - 3,700 meters above sea level. (Challacancha - Inka Canal)
 Camp Altitude:  3,910 meters above sea level. (Soraypampa)
 Maximum Altitude:  4,200 meters above sea level. (Humantay Lagoon)
 Meals:  Lunch, Tea time, Dinner.
 Accommodation : Andean Cabin, outdoors.

This is the great day to challenge the Salkantay, very early at 05:00 AM to enjoy a nutritious and energetic breakfast to start the walk to the highest point of this day, the  Abra Salkantay (4,630 masl / 15,190 feet)  during 4 hours with a route of 7 KM. From the top we will contemplate beautiful high Andean valleys and the powerful and imposing snow-capped  mountains of Salkantay, Humantay, Tucarhuay and Pumasillo . From this place we will do an Inka ceremony, praying to the Apus to allow us to continue to our destination.

We continue downhill, a winding and rocky descent towards  Wuayracmachay (3,800 masl / 12,467 feet),  where we can have lunch. After a short rest we will continue with our journey.

In the afternoon our path will be to reach the Amazon jungle and thus discover the  "Cloud Forest" , on this journey you will be able to appreciate the radical change of the high mountain landscapes and thus immerse ourselves in  the Amazon  in the middle of an epic scene surrounded by fog.

You will enjoy the wildlife until you reach our  Colpapampa camp (3,910 masl / 12,828 feet) . Place where this demanding tour of the day ends today, a well-deserved rest and a fortifying dinner.

 Distance Travelled:  22 kilometers from Soraypampa to Colpapampa.
 Walking Time:  Approximately 10 hours.
 Difficulty:  Challenging.
 Climate:  Cool with the presence of cold and wind, cold-temperate at night.
 Initial Altitude:  3,910 meters above sea level. (Soraypampa)
 Camp Altitude:  3,910 meters above sea level. (Colpapampa)
 Maximum Altitude:  4,650 meters above sea level (Salkantay Pass)
 Meals:  Breakfast, Lunch, Tea time, Dinner.
 Accommodation : Dome Cabin, outdoors.

We will wake up in the incredible and warm jungle of Colpapampa, also known as “ the top of the Cloud Forest ”; We will have our breakfast starting at 06:00 AM to begin our journey until we reach  Playa Sahuayaco . We will have the opportunity to enjoy the landscape that this area hides, the High Andean Jungle makes our trip more unforgettable and unforgettable.

This valley has a climate of radiant sunshine and dense vegetation, ideal for producing quality coffee. We will appreciate orchids, begonias, bromeliads and many medicinal plants used for the unconventional Natural Medicine of our region. In this way we will arrive at  Playa Sahuayaco (2,064 meters above sea level / 6,772 feet) , we will enjoy a nutritious lunch and a short break, and then continue the journey by bus to our  Lucmabamba camp (2,017 meters above sea level / 6,617 feet).

We will have the option of visiting the  Cocalmayo hot springs  in the afternoon, located in the town of  Santa Teresa (1,700 meters above sea level / 5,577 feet) . Finally we head towards our third camp where we will spend the night, to recover energy since it will be the big day to challenge the  Inca trail through the jungle, Llactapata .

 Distance Travelled:  15 kilometers from Colpapampa to Lucmabamba.
 Walking Time:  Approximately 6 hours.
 Difficulty:  Moderate.
 Climate:  Hot in the day and warm at night.
 Initial Altitude:  3,910 meters above sea level. (Colpapampa)
 Camp Altitude:  2,017 meters above sea level. (Lucmabamba)
 Minimum Altitude:  1,700 meters above sea level. (Santa Teresa)
 Meals:  Breakfast, Lunch, Tea time, Dinner.
 Accommodation : Camping tent, outdoors.

It will be our last sunrise in a tropical area, we will gain strength with a comforting breakfast and begin our ascending journey for more than 2 hours towards the  Amazon Inca Trail of Llactapata.

From  Llactapata (2,740 masl / 8,989 feet)  an exploration will be made throughout this impressive place, with our guide we will learn about the hidden history of the Incas. From your viewpoint you will have an incredible and unique view of the  Archaeological Park of Machu Picchu (2,430 masl / 7,972 feet) , you will also be able to appreciate the  mountains of Huayna Picchu and Machu Picchu .

Walking downhill for more than 2 hours until we reach the  Hydroelectric Plant (1,890 masl / 6,200 feet) , where we have lunch at a local restaurant. The final part of this arduous day will be our walk along the train track path, we will arrive at the  town of Aguas Calientes .

At  Machu Picchu Pueblo  (2,020 masl / 6,627 feet)  will be the place to rest and gather strength for the day, the most important day of this adventure excursion. We will have the last dinner with all the members of the group and it will be the moment where the plans and details of our visit to Machu Picchu for the next day will be provided.

Note:  During the rainy season, the hike along the  Llactapata - Machu Picchu route  is not guaranteed due to the risk of accidents.  We reserve the right to change this day's itinerary for its integrity.

 Distance Traveled:  18 kilometers from Lucmabamba to Aguas Calientes.
 Hiking Time:  Approximately 8 to 9 hours.
 Difficulty:  Challenging to Moderate.
 Climate:  Hot during the day and temperate at night.
 Initial Altitude:  2,017 meters above sea level. (Lucmabamba)
 Hotel Altitude:  2,020 meters above sea level. (Hot Waters)
 High Altitude:  2,740 meters above sea level. (Llactapata)
 Meals:  Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner.
 Accommodation : Hotel, Machu Picchu Town (Aguas Calientes).

And our final destination is  "Machu Picchu, Historical and Cultural Heritage of Humanity" , it will be the most appreciated and unforgettable thing of our entire walk.

This last day we will get up very early and head towards the wonder of the  Modern World . After our breakfast, we will go by bus to  Machu Picchu (2,430 masl / 7,972 feet)  during a 30-minute trip uphill.

We will appear at the Machu Picchu Control and begin our guided visit through the citadel, we will discover the  "Lost City of the Incas, Machu Picchu" . For more than two hours we will explore the most important buildings and temples of this city, the architecture of the Incas is truly incredible and unimaginably surprising! Feel sure that it will be the best experience ever, you will feel the true sensation of finding yourself.

After our entire tour of Machu Picchu, we must return to the  town of Aguas Calientes (2,020 masl / 6,627 feet)  on foot and thus have free time to get to know the place, as well as take advantage of having lunch.

Finally, our package includes the tourist train to the  Town of Ollantaytambo (2,790 masl / 9,154 feet) , and then take our transportation to the  City of Cusco (3,350 masl / 10,991 feet).

"From today you will be a different person, since from the depths of your being you will continue to remember everything you experienced and you will never forget the incredible places where you left traces."

 Distance Traveled:  5 kilometers from Machu Picchu to Aguas Calientes.
 Walking Time:  Approximately 1 hour and 30 minutes.
 Difficulty:  Easy and Moderate.
 Climate:  Hot during the day and cold at night. (Cusco)
 Initial Altitude:  2,020 meters above sea level. (Hot Waters)
 Machu Picchu Altitude:  2,430 meters above sea level.
 Maximum Altitude:  3,350 meters above sea level. (Cusco)
 Meals:  Breakfast.