Willoq Cultural Experience: Discover the Life of the Inca Descendants – Full Day
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The 5-day Salkantay Trek is one of the best alternative routes to the Inca Trail, highly recommended for its natural and archaeological richness. Along the way, you’ll pass by majestic snow-capped mountains, deep valleys, tropical forests, and traditional villages. You’ll cross the impressive Salkantay Pass (4,630 m / 15,190 ft), visit the stunning Humantay Lagoon, and walk through breathtaking transition landscapes from the Andes to the jungle.
This trek is perfect for adventurous travelers seeking a complete experience without the limited access of the traditional Inca Trail. The tour ends with a visit to Machu Picchu, one of the New Seven Wonders of the World, reached after five days of connecting with nature and Inca histor
🗓️ Day 1: Cusco – Mollepata – Challacancha – Humantay Lagoon – Soraypampa
Early morning pick-up from your hotel (4:30 a.m.) and transfer to Mollepata, where we have breakfast. We continue to Challacancha, the starting point of the trek. A 3-hour hike takes us to Soraypampa (3,900 m / 12,795 ft) where we have lunch and set up camp. In the afternoon, we hike up to the spectacular Humantay Lagoon (4,200 m / 13,780 ft), surrounded by glaciers and towering peaks.
🗓️ Day 2: Soraypampa – Salkantay Pass – Huayracmachay – Chaullay
After breakfast, we ascend to the Salkantay Pass (4,630 m / 15,190 ft), the highest point of the trek, with incredible views of the Salkantay snow peak. We then descend toward Huayracmachay and continue to Chaullay (2,900 m / 9,514 ft), entering the high jungle. Overnight at campsite.
Distance: approx. 22 km | Hiking time: 9 hours
🗓️ Day 3: Chaullay – La Playa – Lucmabamba
A lighter and more scenic day, we walk through tropical vegetation, crossing coffee plantations, fruit orchards, and native flower fields. We reach La Playa and then Lucmabamba, where we camp. Optional activities include a cultural exchange with a local family or participating in a traditional coffee tasting.
🗓️ Day 4: Lucmabamba – Llactapata – Hydroelectric – Aguas Calientes
We begin with an ascent along an ancient Inca Trail section toward the Llactapata archaeological site, offering distant views of Machu Picchu. We descend to the Hydroelectric station for lunch, then continue walking along the railway to Aguas Calientes. Overnight in a hotel with dinner included.
Distance: approx. 18 km | Hiking time: 8 hours
🗓️ Day 5: Machu Picchu – Return to Cusco
Early bus ride to the entrance of Machu Picchu for a 2-hour guided tour of the main areas of the Inca citadel. Afterwards, enjoy free time to explore on your own or climb Huayna Picchu or Machu Picchu Mountain (advance booking required).
We return to Aguas Calientes, take the train to Ollantaytambo, and then a bus back to Cusco, arriving in the evening.
Pre-trek briefing
Pick-up from your hotel in Cusco
Transportation to Mollepata
Professional bilingual guide
Entrance to Machu Picchu
Full meals during the trek (4 breakfasts, 4 lunches, 4 dinners)
Horses to carry camping equipment and 5 kg per passenger
Camping equipment: tents, mattresses, cooking utensils
3 nights camping + 1 night in hotel in Aguas Calientes
Bus Aguas Calientes – Machu Picchu – Aguas Calientes
Train from Aguas Calientes to Ollantaytambo
Transport from Ollantaytambo to Cusco
First breakfast and last lunch
Entrance to Humantay Lagoon (S/ 20.00)
Optional entrance to Huayna Picchu or Machu Picchu Mountain (S/ 200.00 – advance booking required)
Sleeping bag (available for rent)
Trekking poles
Travel insurance
Tips
Original passport
Backpack (approx. 30L)
Sleeping bag (-10°C minimum comfort)
Trekking shoes or boots
Warm and light clothing
Rain jacket or poncho
Headlamp
Insect repellent
Sunscreen, sunglasses, hat
Trekking poles (with rubber tips)
Cash in soles for extra expenses
Acclimatize in Cusco at least 1 day before the trek
Book in advance during high season
Good physical condition for long hikes
Bring only what is necessary for the trekking days
Inform about dietary restrictions or medical conditions
Shared service: from $420.00 USD per person (includes guide, meals, transport, camping equipment, and Machu Picchu entrance)
Private service: from $580.00 USD per person (minimum 2 people), with an exclusive guide, flexible schedules, and more comfortable accommodations
Entrance to Humantay Lagoon and Huayna Picchu not included (optional)
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