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Salkantay Trekking

Salkantay Trekking

Salkantay Trekking
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Salkantay Trekking is one of Peru's leading tour operators trusted for professional, efficient, and highly hospitable services. We focus mainly on Treks and Adventure Tours to Machu Picchu, which encourages us to polish our itineraries and improve services constantly. Our trips have all been carefully researched and examined before being launched by our trekking guide team.
Cusco, Peru
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Jake H
6 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Jun 2022 • Friends
We just finished a three day Ausangate/Tainbow Mountain trek with Salkantay and it couldn’t have been better!

The company put together a three day itinerary for us on two days notice. Everything at the office was handled really smoothly and we had a personal guide and chef for a very affordable price.

All of the equipment that Salkantay had was excellent. The tents were high quality, the sleeping bags warm and there were extra blankets and hot water bottles to make sure we didn’t get cold.

We can’t say enough about how great the team that took us on the trek was. Alex is an incredible guide, full of enthusiasm and knowledge about Inka culture, history and the surrounding area. Rubén is a fantastic cook and we ate like kings for three days. Jesús was an excellent arriero who worked really hard with Rubén to prepare meals that were much more gourmet than you could possibly expect for a rustic-style trek.

As for the trek itself, it is incredible. If you want to get away from the crowds and find some great mountain scenery, then this is for you. On the Ausangate portion of the hike (2 days), we only saw three other groups and some locals. We had the added bonus of camping near Rainbow Mountain which allowed us to go up when there were no other people around.

I think the trek is very doable. We did days of 21 km, 14 km and 7 km. As an experienced hiker, it was still challenging because of the altitude, but my friend who is a bit less experienced also found it doable.

In short, we highly recommend an Ausangate trek (whether it is this one or the 4/5 day Ausangate circuit) with Salkantay Trekking and with Alex and Rubén particularly! An absolutely unforgettable experience! Thanks to the Salkantay team!
Written June 29, 2022
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Jake, thank you very much for taking the time to leave us your comment and recommend us as the best travel agency. We know that we have the best professionals who give their best to give the best experiences in each trip. Among them, the great Alex; we will send him your regards, he will be very happy. We hope to see you again soon to continue sharing more pleasant moments, with the best food and excellent accommodations that are made especially for you. There is still a lot of Peru to explore. Keep on traveling and see you soon!
Written July 1, 2022
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Jim Watkins
1 contribution
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Apr 2023 • Couples
We had a fantastic and special experience during our 5 day Salkantay trek to Machu Pichu. Things that stood out were the great people on the trek, the high quality (and quantity!) food, the excellent accomodation and particularly our guide Erik. We had a relatively small group of 8 people and the dynamic worked really well. The trek itself was great, although we had a few bits of bad weather, and the trek on the 3rd day was on the road due to the previous month's rains washing away part of the valley trail. Our guide Erik was one of the very best I have encountered, very experienced and knowledgeable about the trek and Inca / Quechua culture. He was very friendly, helpful and generally a class act. I would recommend anyone to book with Salkantay trekking especially if your are looking for a quality experience - it is more expensive than some other offers but for me it was definitely worth it.
Written April 23, 2023
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C Quin
Brisbane, Queensland, Australia3 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Mar 2022 • Couples
I highly recommend doing the 5-day premium Salkantay Trek with Salkantay Trekking. Even if included plus you get premium accommodation (the hotel at Aguascalientes was the best we've had for such a long time!). The chef, Justino and Naidu, were absolutely fantastic - their food were always delicious! Our tour guide Carlos (the mountain king) was spectacular, his energy always lifted the group and always encouraged us to ensure we completed the trek and enjoyed it at the same time. He was very knowledgeable with all things Andean, Peruvian and Incan. It was really enjoyable having Carlos as our tour guide! Our assistant tour guide Jhordy was so supportive! We really enjoyed being woken up to hot coca tea in the mornings and Jhordy helped me with my sore ankle. I am very grateful for his help whilst on this trek! Both tour guides were always joking, laughing and got really involved with getting to know the whole group. I will highly recommend this trek and if you can, ask for Carlos the mountain King and Jhordy the coca tea king as your tour guides!

It was our honeymoon and they really made an effort to show how special our trip was! Really loved our time with Salkantay Trekking
Written March 29, 2022
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Reading your comment only confirms that you enjoyed your trip with us. It is gratifying to know that this would not have been possible without the incredible support of this fantastic team that we have, and we are fortunate to belong to the great Salkantay family. Without a doubt, an unforgettable honeymoon in the Peruvian Andes, with the best food, the best attention, the best campsites, breathtaking landscapes, and an excellent team, was the glory! We know that there may be some inconveniences along the way, but we congratulate you for not giving up and keep going until you reach our majestic Machu Picchu. We will pass on your greetings to the team, they will be delighted, and it will not be the last time to meet again. When you decide to return to our beautiful country, do not hesitate to contact us. Best wishes to both of you, and keep on traveling!
Written March 30, 2022
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Ian C
6 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Apr 2022 • Friends
Unreal experience all around. The logistics of a 5-day trek across mountain passes and deep valleys is impressive enough. Everything was logistically seamless. Our chefs were Igner and Richard who made incredible 4 course meals every time, exposing us to more of Perus cuisine than I would have ever ordered. On top of that they’re lapping us on the trail to set up the next meal.

Our guide was Franz, and we absolutely scored the jackpot. He was fantastic! Jovial, knowledgeable, and kind. He had us take breaks throughout the day to explain Peruvian/Incan culture, the importance of the mountains, all the plants and trees along the way and what they’re used for. Day 2 (Salkantay pass to Challapampa) is no joke if you haven’t been hiking lately, especially on the descent but the new Mountain View camp is more like a luxury suite, it’s abasolutely incredible. By the time we reached Machu Picchu we were able to appreciate so much more than the view because of Franz’s lessons on day 1-4! Any one of us would happily host Franz and his family if they ever wanted to visit the states. Any friend I know coming to Cusco for trekking I will eagerly recommend they try to book with Salkantay and ask for Franz!
Written April 14, 2022
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Hi Ian, thank you very much for taking the time to leave us your comment and share your experience. One of our goals is to provide the best travel experience to each of our visitors and we have been accomplishing it for more than 10 years. And to read this message fills us with pride because it only shows that we meet our goal and we have the best team that makes it possible. Each one of them is exceptional. They are not only excellent professionals, but great human beings, our Salkantay Trek 5D is phenomenal! And we know you enjoyed it to the fullest with the great one, Franz is 100% committed to his work, he always gives the maximum in each route and our passengers are happy. Thank you very much for recommending us as the best travel agency and, if you decide to return to Peru, we will be here to continue sharing more experiences.
Written April 16, 2022
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Allison Fisher
9 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Apr 2022 • Couples
My boyfriend and I did the classic 5D/4N Salkantay trek with our guide Carlos (The Mountain King) and it was INCREDIBLE! I couldn’t say more positive things about this trek and company overall. We had 8 others with us on our trek and Carlos made sure that each one of us was taken care of the entire time, took the time to get to know each one of us, was hilarious and made the long days fun. He set the tone for the entire trip that we were going to have a great time, and our morning wake ups with coca tea made the early mornings easier. He is a passionate guy who enjoyed teaching and including others in the culture. Jose, our horseman, worked hard to get our belongings to each site every day on time, and all of the animals were well cared for. We had our main chef, Juan Carlos “Cejitas”, and the assistant Johan, who made impeccable meals the entire time… I don’t know how they made so much tasty food, there was always plenty to go around. Not to mention when we got up to the top of Salkantay pass (which was cold and rainy on our trek) Johan was waiting at the top with hot coca tea and sandwiches which I didn’t notice any other trekking company have. Overall the trip was amazing— between the best trekking guide, wonderful food and chefs, reliable transportation, and AMAZING accommodations/camp sites, I would recommend this trek to everybody and anybody who feels comfortable with a good, long hike in nature.
Written April 11, 2022
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Hi Allison, what a beautiful comment you left us. Thank you so much for sharing your experience and recommending us as the best travel agency. We know you enjoyed your trip in the company of the best. From the driver, the muleteers, the cooks, and our guides, all of them are incredible. Salkantay Trekking is more than just an agency, we are committed to providing excellent service to our passengers. We try to take care of every detail to make them feel at home. The food, drinks, accommodations, attention, and everything else is unique and made especially for you. So that you don't just see a trip as a time to see new places, but to appreciate new things that you won't see anywhere else. We are glad to know that you were able to discover the fascinating history of the Incas and we hope to see you again in a new opportunity when you wish to come back to our beautiful country. Thank you for trusting us, see you soon!
Written April 12, 2022
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Brenda G
Orlando, FL4 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Apr 2022 • Couples
I highly recommend the 5 Day Classic Salkantay Trek to be immersed in unforgettable views of mountains, lakes, jungles, and valleys. It was worth every step, even in the rain, to be a part of this trip. The glamping accommodations each evening were comfortable and quite nice - especially in the jungle at Collpapampa. There, it was a nice surprise to enjoy a hot shower after a full day of hiking on day 2. Hiking highlights would include the steep hike to beautiful Humantay Lake, hiking the gorgeous Salkantay Pass, hiking to the jungle at Collpapampa, and spending time at Machu Picchu.

While hiking, I learned a lot about the history of Peru and ancient customs from our guide Rolando. Rolando’s positive spirit and enthusiasm made it easy to start each day. His caring and attentive attitude towards helping the needs of the group made each day a success. He was so helpful pointing out ways to improve hiking in the sometimes difficult terrain.

Other members of the Salkantay Trekking team who helped during the trek were remarkable. Ivan, the head chef, and his assistant prepared an amazing menu of tasty meals and snacks each day. They worked magic in the small kitchens. They also prepared enough water to refill our packs each day. The horseman was incredibly strong transporting our gear guiding all of the horses with ease to the next camp. The entire team created a positive mood for everyone.

I experienced such an amazing journey, I plan to repeat this trek with Salkantay Trekking and the incredible guide, Rolando.
Written April 27, 2022
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Dear Brenda, knowing that you had an incredible experience with us fills us with much happiness. We are very happy to know that you had a great trip and were able to get to know our beautiful city. With Rolando's excellent explanation and the delicacies prepared in the middle of the mountains by our professional chefs, make the perfect combination in this tour. In addition, the campsites are luxurious. All this makes up Salkantay Trekking and we try to keep improving day by day to have more passengers really happy with everything we offer. One of our goals is to offer more than just a trek, it is to offer an unforgettable experience. It was a pleasure to accompany you on this adventure. Thank you for trusting us and keep radiating happiness and good vibes. We will miss you, but we are sure that we will meet again. Tupananchiskama!
Written April 28, 2022
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Rissa M
11 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Jun 2021 • Friends
My friend and I did the 4 day Machu Picchu + Rainbow Mountain package and had a fantastic time! Our guide Ricardo was very passionate, knowledgeable, and had great spirit. Our driver Martín was always on time and we felt very safe. We were pleasantly surprised, that the hostel in Aguas Calientes was very nice and we had our own bathroom. We had an amazing time seeing the city of Cusco, Incan sites, and other beautiful sites in nature. It is also an amazing price for what is included. We 100% recommend booking with Salkantay Trekking!!!
Written June 6, 2021
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Jessica B
3 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Apr 2022
There are not enough good things I could say about Salkantay Trekking and our incredible guide, Carlos the Mountain King. We did the 7 day Salkantay/Inca trail trek and it was one of the most memorable experiences of my life. If you are fit and up for adventure, this is the trek for you. It's challenging but the mileage and elevation are completely doable and the views and experience make even the challenging climbs worth it.
Our guide Carlos the Mountain King made sure we had the best of everything: campsites, food cooked by the very talented chef Donato, adventure, motivation, stunning pictures. He made sure we understood Inca history and everytime I overheard another guide on our trip, I was always proud that we had the most knowledgeable guide around. He was also very gracious and patient in helping me practice my Spanish all week.
For me, the biggest surprise on our trek was the food! It was plentiful, varied and delicious. I was nor expecting gourmet meals but we definitely got them! They also provide plenty of snacks and make sure you have all the water you need each day. Our caballero Antonio and the entire porter team were some of the hardest working people I have ever met and made sure our epic 7 day trek ran like clockwork. It was so nice to have them set up and take down camp each day so we could just enjoy the experience. I would definitely recommend the 7 day trek so that you can experience summiting Salkantay (thanks again to Carlos for making it a special and memorable moment in our journey.) At the end of our trek our team ran into transportation problems when the trains stopped running due to a strike and Carlos went above and beyond to make sure that Salkantay met us at the hydroelectric dam so we could still make it to our other scheduled adventures. They saved our trip!

For us we brought our own sleeping bags and poles, but you can rent them if you need them. Don't forget sunscreen and bugspray. there are a few opportunities along the trail to purchase forgotten items if needed. Portable chargers recommended for the thousands of photos you will be taking!

If you have time I would also highly recommend adding the Sacred Valley Tour to your trip. This day trip was led by the brilliant Amadeo, an archaeologist who went the extra mile to show us the incredible Inca sites on this trip. We came away from that day much more prepared for our trek. While there are many guides and companies out there, Salkantay simply has the best guides and they will always go the extra mile to make sure you have the best experience.
Written April 27, 2022
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Our 7D Salkantay Trek is one of the things you must do in life. From the food, the accommodations, the wonderful landscapes that show the Peruvian Andes, it is something from another world. You were one of the lucky ones to be able to witness them and we are delighted to be able to accompany you. You will see that the power of the Pachamama and the apus, will call you again to continue exploring great places typical of our Peru and we will be here to be part of this incredible group. We will send your greetings to the King of the Mountains, he will be very happy, as well as the rest of the team. We are very grateful for the beautiful comment you left us and we wish with all our hearts to meet again to continue sharing more incredible experiences in the Peruvian Andes, together with the great people that make up the Salkantay Trekking family. Take care and good vibes in everything!
Written April 28, 2022
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Misba7
Israel5 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Nov 2021 • Couples
My wide and I did the 4-day Inca Trail with CARLOS (The Mountain King).

The trek was one of the most enjoyable 4-Day Hikes I did, and Carlos had a lot to do with it.

There was a great energy during those 4-days, very positive, encouraging, and informative.

My wife had some doubts about the trail from what she read online, and Carlos surely did his job great by making her feel very comfortable and safe. Explaining all the time, and answering all the questions, supporting in the challenging parts, and being there when needed in narrows or steeps sections of the trail.

The staff as well were very great. The chef and the porters where very kind and supported us along the way.

Bottom line, a great experience with great company, which we are very glad we did!
Written November 4, 2021
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Kelly H
Los Angeles, CA29 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Oct 2019
Our trip was just amazing! The whole experience was unforgettable and we tell as many people as we can. The experience of taking the 5-day salkantay tour with this agency is unique. We had the best porters, chef and guide Richard. They worked very hard for us and did the 5 fantastic day trek with lots of stories and new friends. Definitely a once in a lifetime experience that we were able to tick off our bucket list. Thank you salkantay trekking for making it so memorable!
Written September 29, 2020
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