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From 2 to 3 Passengers
$ USD 890.00

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From 4 to 8 Passengers
$ USD 790.00

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From 9 to 16 Passengers
$ USD 690.00

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What to Pack

  • Mask and face shield
  • Original passport and copies (student card if you are students)
  • Specialized waterproof mountain hiking shoes (with ankle protectors)
  • Waterproof jacket or rain poncho
  • Hat and gloves
  • T-shirts (polo shirts)
  • Pants with zipper over boots or comfortable pants (no jeans)
  • Rain pants
  • Swimwear (for the hot springs in “Machu Picchu town”)
  • Sunscreen (factor 25+ is recommended)
  • Insect repellent (for mosquitoes, 15% deet)
  • Water bottle
  • Water purifying tablets (Micropur recommended)
  • Toilet paper and wet wipes
  • Personal medication or personal medicine box
  • Camera and extra rechargeable batteries
  • Flashlight with spare batteries
  • Extra money to give tips (optional for cook and guide). And for any emergency

Frequently Asked Questions Salkantay Trek to Machu Picchu with Sky Domes (4 Days / 3 Nights)

What is the Salkantay Trek?

The Salkantay Trek is a popular alternative route to Machu Picchu, located in the Peruvian Andes. It offers a unique blend of scenic beauty, cultural insights, and outdoor adventure.

How long is the Salkantay Trek?

The Salkantay Trek typically takes 4-5 days to complete, covering a distance of approximately 60 km (37 miles).

What is the difficulty level of the Salkantay Trek?

The Salkantay Trek is considered a challenging trek, with steep ascents and descents, high altitude, and varying weather conditions. Good physical fitness and acclimatization to high altitude is recommended.

What is the highest point of the Salkantay Trek?

The highest point of the Salkantay Trek is the Salkantay Pass, which stands at an altitude of 4,600 meters (15,091 feet) above sea level.

What is the best time to do the Salkantay Trek?

The best time to do the Salkantay Trek is during the dry season, which runs from May to September. The weather is generally sunny and clear, with less likelihood of rain or snow.

What is included in a Salkantay Trek package?

A typical Salkantay Trek package includes transportation, guide, porter, meals, camping equipment, and entrance fee to Machu Picchu.

Do I need a guide for the Salkantay Trek?

While it is possible to do the Salkantay Trek independently, it is highly recommended to hire a guide due to the remote and challenging nature of the trek. A guide can provide safety, local knowledge, and cultural insights.

What should I pack for the Salkantay Trek?

Essential items for the Salkantay Trek include a good quality backpack, comfortable hiking shoes, warm clothing, rain gear, sunblock, hat, sunglasses, water bottle, and personal first-aid kit.

Can I do the Salkantay Trek without camping?

Yes, there are options to stay in basic lodges along the route instead of camping. However, camping is the most popular and authentic way to experience the Salkantay Trek.

How much does the Salkantay Trek cost?

The cost of the Salkantay Trek varies depending on the type of package and services included. On average, a basic package can cost around $300-$500 per person.

Reviews about Salkantay Trek to Machu Picchu with Sky Domes (4 Days / 3 Nights)

cathy w
cathy w
2023-12-22
Exceeded all expectations! We had an incredible family adventure with this white water rafting and zip lining experience in Peru. Our safety was a top priority, and the guide ensured a smooth pick-up from our Airbnb. The 1 hour 45 minute drive to the river lodge was scenic, and the lodge itself nestled in a beautiful setting. The rafting, said to be class 3+, provided an exhilarating experience, and the absence of other tourists made it feel exclusive. The scenery during the ride itself was amazing. We were also provided GoPro photos at the end for an extra charge. It definitely got very cold but there was a sauna at the end which was perfect. We finished up with a delicious lunch featuring quinoa and chicken soup, along with chicken, rice, and sweet potatoes. A memorable and well-rounded adventure that deserves five stars!
Madison P
Madison P
2023-10-31
Great experience and value but not a must-do in Cusco Hotel pick up at 8:30am very convenient. 2 hour drive or so to get to lodge, one stop for bathroom/snacks if needed. Equipment provided was weathered and a few tears but adequate. Safety demonstration before hitting river. Water was freezing but stayed warm enough in wetsuit provided, was definitely cold by the end. Anderson was our rafting guide and he was amazing, made the trip fun. Gave us a ton of info about the river, rafting, and other trips he does. Super cool guy. Rapids were about a class 2-3+ on the day we went but they differ depending on time of year/rain. When we got back I warmed up in the sauna then tried to take a shower. No hot water (which I guess isn't in the description but I assumed it would be hot.) Ended up not getting in since I was just in cold water for 2 hours... Had a warm delicious lunch of coffee, soup, and chicken & rice. After was given zipline equipment and a quick basic rundown/safety info. There are only two zips - one across the river and then one back. The ladder to get up to the first one is a little sketchy but not horrible. The posting doesn't specify how many zips are included so suppose it's my fault but I thought there would be more. We were a bit rushed because it looked like it was going to rain. Overall I would recommend if you for sure want to go rafting. But if you have been rafting and/or ziplining before and have a limited amount of time in Cusco, I would say skip it and do something like Rainbow Mountain that you can't see anywhere else.
Anna
Anna
2023-08-23
Exiting tour! We had a really good time, the guides really made an effort to make the whole tour exiting. The lodge were also nice 👍
Mike
Mike
2023-05-30
Awesome Experience! Just completed a hike up Rainbow Mountain with Juan Carlos from Mayuc. He did an outstanding job of keeping a group with varying abilities together and made it a most enjoyable experience for all. He was highly knowledgeable about the history, geology, and culture and was extremely personable. Fantastic experience. Lunch at the nearby Mayuc compound was a great bonus and a treat not to be missed!
George O
George O
2022-11-06
Value for money The zip line and the rafting were both enjoyable experiences. They were loads of fun. To top it all, after the rafting experience one can then warm-up in an home-made Sauna!
Tjay1
Tjay1
2022-09-15
Great Fun, Brilliant Day Out We had an excellent day with these guys! The rafting was brilliant, friendly staff, good equipment, clear instructions, great setting and scenary, fun zip line, good food, on time... recommended!
Necia S
Necia S
2022-08-02
The perfect activity The River was fantastic and our guide made it just an over the top experience! We laughed so much! I highly recommend booking with them!
Jonathan S
Jonathan S
2022-07-28
Amazing rafting trip What an incredible experience! I highly recommend this tour to anyone who is considering it. Rafting on the Apurimac River was beautiful and the rapids were exhilarating. Our guides Willy and Gabriel were also absolutely amazing. They were both very experienced and made us feel safe throughout the experience. Plus, they were genuinely friendly and fun to hang out with. They even sent us photos and videos from their GoPro after the trip! Overall, this is a top tier tour company and I feel more than comfortable recommending it to everyone!!
Alex In Wanderland
Alex In Wanderland
2022-07-20
Rafting Apurimac with Amazonas Explorers The Apurimac is sporty with incredible scenery. In 3 days, other than camping, I don't think we ever went more than 10 minutes between rapids. Six portages and watching one where the guides sent the rafts down unmanned, a wave caught the 6 man raft and tossed it upside down onto rocks several feet above the river level, glad I wasn't in it. You don't want to do anything stupid here, it's a long way to the hospital. The only other people we saw were 3 gold miners sluicing with 5 gallon buckets, who told us it was a 3 day walk for them to get from the top of the canyon down to the river. At the top of the canyon before driving down to the river my i-phone read 13,400 feet elevation. Our outfitter was Amazonas Explorers, the guides professional and food good. The rafting equipment was top notch with foot pockets, which you need. Amazonas Explorers organized another 14 days of Peruvian sight seeing, from Paracas on the coast, through Cusco and the sacred valley, and on to the Tambopata eco-lodge in the amazon. Everything was on time, all of the employees were extra friendly and the guides spoke excellent english, put us up in excellent hotels, good food, just a first class organization. I asked the different guides how long they've worked there, and almost all of them had been with the company for 10-15 years We sprang for the private guides and transportation, good choice. One other thing, the airport at lake titicaca went down for maintenance at the last minute and after some frantic emails, Amazonas Explorers changed the itenerary. got us different hotels and kept the ball rolling, the only extra cost was for changing Latam tickets. I was impressed they were able to pull that off during high tourist season and didn't soak us for it. Hat tip for that.
Choosewhatever
Choosewhatever
2022-06-21
Excellent rafting for beginners This activity included river rafting, lunch and ziplining. The river rafting was an incredible experience with class 1-3. This was ideal for our family with teens. The teens had never been rafting before so it was a fun experience for them without much danger. We were followed by a safety raft in case any went overboard. Américo was a great river guide and gave great instructions on what needed to be done. After rafting there were showers and bathrooms available as well as a sauna. We were then treated to a nice lunch followed by ziplining. I had never ziplined across a river so it was a great experience even though the climb up to the first line was not very safe. If you are doing this activity with children I highly recommend skipping the ziplining. Unlike other eating trips we have done there was no one trailing along to take pictures although there was a GoPro mounted on the raft. There was also no one to take pictures during the ziplining.
Tripadvisor rating score: 4.5 of 5, based on 343 reviews

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