Salkantay Trek Challenge
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Highlights
- Enjoy 3 days along the Salkantay Trek, the best alternative to the Inca Trail
- Snap an epic photo at the Salkantay Glacier Mountain
- Hike from the Andean highlands down to the mighty cloud forest valleys in just 2 days
- Stay at exclusive campsites with small groups
- Explore the world-class site Machu Picchu with a private Guide
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- • Pre-departure briefing • Experienced Mountain Guide • Hotel pickup and drop-off • All Private Transport and transfers during the tour • Private Camping Facilities & Equipment (dining room, kitchen, tables, and chairs) • Accommodations (1 night at the Andean Huts, 1 night at a Hotel) • Experienced cooks and porters • Duffle bag for up to 7kg of your personal gear (carried by the horses) • Meals: 3 breakfasts, 2 lunches, and 2 dinners • Water, Tea Time, and snacks on the trail • One way bus Aguas Calientes - Machu Picchu • Tourist Class Train Aguas Calientes - Ollantaytambo • All entrance fees (Salkantay Trek & Machu Picchu) • Safety: First aid kit, oxygen supply, and emergency satellite phones • Extras: backpack cover and rain poncho
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The total tour cost includes the tour price (regular or promotional) and the compulsory local payment. The promotional price is subject to change. Check directly with the operator for the latest price offer. The tour operator requires you to pay only the tour price to purchase your travel. The compulsory local payment will be paid when you join the trip. All prices are based on double, twin or triple share occupancy. Solo passengers will be accommodated in a double, twin or triple room according to availability with a passenger(s) of the same gender. Single supplement only needs to be paid if the passenger does not want to share and requests their own room. Discounts can only be applied at the time of booking and cannot be added at a later date, regardless of any changes made to the original booking.
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Knowledgeable
We had the most amazing 5-day trekking with our tourguide Henrry. He shared some stories on the way and was very knowledgeable. We felt like we lucked out with him! ...
One of the best experiences ever
One of the best experiences ever! Erik our guide was more than just a guide but part of the family now. Erik was very experienced and helpful including the support s...
Salkantay with Daniel!
We had a great Salkantay trekking with our guide Daniel. He was very supporting, straight forward and helpfull. He knows a lot about plants and birds, and an amazing...
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What's excluded
- • Sleeping bag (For rent US$ 15) • Walking sticks (For rent US$ 15) • Lunch and Dinner on the last day • Train Transfer from Hidroelectrica to Aguas Calientes (Optional US$ 34) • Huayna Picchu Mountain Hike (Can be booked, subject to availability) • Machu Picchu Mountain Hike (Can be booked, subject to availability) • Travel Insurance (Recommended) • Tips for the staff (Optional)
Accommodation
- 1 Night in a Private Campsite with basic facilites
- Andean Huts: Wooden huts for max. 2 people
- 1 Night in a 3-star hotel
- 3 Breakfasts
- 2 Lunches
- 2 Dinners
- Daily snacks and drinks on the trail
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