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Ultimate Salkantay Trek 5D/5N with glass cabañas & hobbit house + hot tub jacuzzi.

6 days
Start and end in Cusco
5.0
45 traveler reviews
Ultimate Salkantay Trek 5D/5N with glass cabañas & hobbit house + hot tub jacuzzi. - Alpaca Expeditions
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Hiking & Trekking
Epic trails and breathtaking landscapes await
Fully Guided
An experienced guide will be with you for the entire tour
Guided in English, Spanish
Group Size 2 - 14
Age range 5 to 65

Highlights

  • Capture sunset views at Glass Cabañas
  • Hike to the stunning Humantay Lagoon
  • Explore diverse ecosystems and wildlife
  • Visit an organic coffee farm in the jungle
  • Witness sunrise over Machu Picchu
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Itinerary

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  1. Introduction
  1. Day 1 Transfer to the GLASS CABAÑAS
  2. Day 2 (Hiking Begins) SORAYPAMPA CAMPSITE – HUMANTAY LAGOON – SALKANTAY PASS - WAYRACPUNKO
  3. Day 3 WAYRACMACHAY – CHAULLAY – CCOLLPAPAMPA LORETA (HOBBIT HOUSE)
  4. Day 4 LORETA – LA PLAYA SAHUAYAKU – LUCMABAMBA COFFEE FARM – LLACTAPATA (Camp in front of Machu Picchu)
  5. Day 5 LLACTAPATA LOOKOUT – WATER FALLS AT HIDROELECTRICA – MANDOR HIRAM BIINGHAM FARM – AGUAS CALIENTES
  6. Day 6 MACHU PICCHU – RETURN TO CUSCO
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  • Accommodation
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  • Meals
  • Additional Services
  • Transport
  • Free eSIM
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What's Not Included

  • Flights
  • Insurance
  • Additional Services

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Number of tours

11

Age Range

10 to 65 years old

Response time

within 2 days

Response rate

82%

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Customer Reviews

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    5.0
  • Itinerary
    Excellent
    4.9
  • Guide
    Excellent
    5.0
  • Transport
    Excellent
    4.9
  • Accommodation
    Excellent
    4.9
  • Food
    Excellent
    4.9
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  • Ultimate Salkantay Trek 5D/5N with glass cabañas & hobbit house + hot tub jacuzzi. reviewer 1
    · October 17th, 2024
    Incredible guides, a trip which over delivered with excellent organisation and once in a lifetime views and experiences
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    Alpaca Expeditions commented on this review
    Hello Mike: Thank you for your wonderful review and for choosing the Salkantay Trek! We're so happy to hear that you had an unforgettable adventure and enjoyed your experience with us. Your feedback means a lot, and we hope to have the pleasure of... Show more
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    Trip date: October 2024
  • JL
    · May 25th, 2024
    This experience was just a 10 out of 10, highly recommend if you love hiking and the nature!
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    Alpaca Expeditions commented on this review
    Dear Julia: Thank you for your review! Your feedback helps us continue to provide the best experience for all our hikers. We appreciate your support and look forward to welcoming you on another adventure soon.
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    Trip date: May 2024
  • MS
    · November 27th, 2023
    The Ultimate Salkantay Trek 5D/5N with glass cabañas & hobbit house + hot tub jacuzzi was ABSOLUTELY amazing. Would recommend this trek to everyone. Our tour guides Javier and Victor were phenomenal. You could ask any question and they knew the answer and if you needed anything? They would immediately take care of it. We woke up everyday with an amazing view and a cup of hot tea. We were always the first one to arrive at a beautiful location to take pictures without any other hikers blocking the view. The food was delicious! Go book this trek if you love hiking, beautiful views and an adventure.
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    Alpaca Expeditions commented on this review
    Hello Melany : Thank you for taking a time out to share with us your experience. Our team members are delighted to hear you got a wonderful experience Thank you once again for choosing Alpaca and let us been part of your experience we hope to see you... Show more
    Trip date: November 2023
  • BH
    · October 22nd, 2023
    Salkantay Trek is really beautiful. The guides, porters and the cook made this adventure really nice for us! I really liked the glas cabanas, the hobbit houses, and also the tents were good and spacious. Thank you!
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    Alpaca Expeditions commented on this review
    Hello Bjorn. Thanks for leaving us such a wonderful review. We are thrilled that you loved your experience; Our Team members are doing their best to give you such a wonderful experience and take care of every single detail to ensure your happiness.... Show more
    Trip date: October 2023
  • Ultimate Salkantay Trek 5D/5N with glass cabañas & hobbit house + hot tub jacuzzi. reviewer 5
    · October 5th, 2023
    We had an excellent time in the 5D Salkantay trek with Alpaca. Our guide was Américo was sweet and helpful every step of the way. The food was amazing and staff were great! You will be in awe with the ever changing scenery that stops you in your tracks multiple times a day. One of the best travel experiences so far!
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    Alpaca Expeditions commented on this review
    Hello Kieran. Thanks for leaving us such a wonderful review. We are thrilled that you loved your experience; our staff will definitely be happy to read what you wrote. We put customer experience and satisfaction as our priority, and your review... Show more
    Trip date: August 2023
  • SH
    · September 4th, 2023
    Booking through TourRadar was super easy. And Alpaca Expeditions was outstanding.
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    Alpaca Expeditions commented on this review
    Hello Sherry. Thank you for traveling with Alpaca Expeditions, good to know you had an amazing time and experience, have a nice back home, we hope to see you again in the future for next adventure. Kind regards. AE Team.
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    Trip date: July 2023
  • MC
    · May 9th, 2023
    Great experience. Alpaca Expeditions was a great choice. Fabulous teams.
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    Alpaca Expeditions commented on this review
    Hello Mary Thank you for your feedback, we are happy to hear you had great trek to Machu picchu. We wish you the best on any future travels and we hope to see you back again in Peru in the future. Kind Regards, The Alpaca Team
    Trip date: April 2023
  • Ultimate Salkantay Trek 5D/5N with glass cabañas & hobbit house + hot tub jacuzzi. reviewer 8
    · October 14th, 2022
    I did a lot of research on different operators and am really happy I did the 5D/5N with Alpaca. They use a different schedule than most trekking companies so you're 1/2 a day ahead of the crowd, we always felt like we were the only ones on the trail. The food was delicious and the campsites were nice and clean, our guide Elisban was also very wonderful and took great care of us. Definitely would recommend!
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    Alpaca Expeditions commented on this review
    Dear Ndola, Thank you so much for your kind words. We are so happy about your experience with us. Our Team members are always well organized and take care of every single detail so that our guests can fully enjoy their trip with total confidence.... Show more
    Trip date: October 2022
  • M
    · August 29th, 2022
    The guide Ivan and al the staff was simply amazing!
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    Alpaca Expeditions commented on this review
    Dear Marta, Thank you so much for your remarkable words. We always take care of every single detail and give special attention to your needs so that we can give you an amazing experience during your trip with us. The most important thing is your total... Show more
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    Trip date: July 2022
  • Ultimate Salkantay Trek 5D/5N with glass cabañas & hobbit house + hot tub jacuzzi. reviewer 10
    · August 28th, 2022
    Super panorama Super Trekking Super Ivan the tour guide
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    Alpaca Expeditions commented on this review
    Dear Jacopo, Thank you so much for your remarkable words. We always take care of every single detail and give special attention to your needs so that we can give you an amazing experience during your trip with us. The most important thing is your total... Show more
    Ultimate Salkantay Trek 5D/5N with glass cabañas & hobbit house + hot tub jacuzzi. customer review photo 1
    Trip date: August 2022

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Ultimate Salkantay Trek 5D/5N with glass cabañas & hobbit house + hot tub jacuzzi.
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    Valerie

    Asked on April 26th, 2025

    Is the tour still has available spot for 1 person on May 10th, 2025?

    Price / Availability
    • Alpaca ExpeditionsOperatorWritten April 2025

      Unfortunately, we currently do not have availability for the dates you requested. However, we would like to offer you the option of rescheduling your reservation for alternative dates. The next available dates would be starting from the month of June.

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    Tammy

    Asked on February 11th, 2025

    Do I need to fly into Cusco a day before the tour begins?

    Flights / Transfers
    • Alpaca ExpeditionsOperatorWritten February 2025

      It's recommended to arrive in Cusco at least one day before your tour begins to allow for acclimatization. We can arrange a hotel pick-up for the afternoon before the trek starts.

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    Cynthia

    Asked on November 28th, 2024

    I'm a solo traveller interested in your 5D Ultimate Salkantay Trek. As a Solo traveller, when would you be able to confirm my trek booking so that I can secure my flights from the UK? I would also be interested a personalised quote, starting the group Salkantay trek as early as possible and after visiting Machu Picchu, trekking the main tourist route back to Cuzco.

    Tour Details
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    • Alpaca ExpeditionsOperatorWritten November 2024

      We have availability for the Ultimate Salkantay Trek starting on May 4th, 2025, as part of a group service. You need to confirm your booking at least 3 months in advance, as May is a high season, and permits for Machu Picchu tend to sell out quickly.

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      Cynthia

      TravelerWritten November 2024

      I'm a keen hiker. Can you propose anything specifically to add on at the end, either from Aguas Calientes or a separate trek starting from a Cusco pickup? A trek involving the Sacred Valley and/or Rainbow mountain sounds interesting?

    • Alpaca ExpeditionsOperatorWritten November 2024

      Rainbow Mountain + Red Valley costs $160 per person in group service. Maras Moray Tour is $150 per person (group service) or $250 per person (private service). This includes visits to Moray archaeological site, Maras Salt Mines, and a local market in Chinchero.

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    Teresa

    Asked on September 24th, 2024

    I was wondering if you had availability for 2 people starting anywhere between October 15th and October 18th? I do not want to book if we are unable to enter Machu Picchu on the final day.

    Price / Availability
    Tour Details
    • Alpaca ExpeditionsOperatorWritten September 2024

      Permits for Ultimate Salkantay Trek 5D/5N with glass cabañas & hobbit house + hot tub jacuzzi are totally SOLD OUT, however we would like to invite you to join our group for the available date: on October 23rd.

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    Hans-Peter

    Asked on September 24th, 2024

    What kind of luggage is advisable for the trek?

    Transport
    • Alpaca ExpeditionsOperatorWritten September 2024

      Traveling with a hiking backpack is advisable as we provide a duffle bag for your trek essentials. Hard cover suitcases are not recommended.

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    Wietse

    Asked on September 6th, 2024

    What is the group size for the trek?

    Group size
    • Alpaca ExpeditionsOperatorWritten September 2024

      Group sizes can vary, but they are usually kept to a maximum of 15 hikers to ensure personalized attention and safety.

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    Alice

    Asked on August 2nd, 2024

    What types of payment do you accept?

    Payments
    • Alpaca ExpeditionsOperatorWritten August 2024

      We accept both credit card and cash payments. Payments for incidental expenses can be made at our office.

  • J

    Jean-Michel

    Asked on June 24th, 2024

    Can I leave personal items I don't need for the trek?

    Travel Support
    • Alpaca ExpeditionsOperatorWritten June 2024

      Yes, any luggage not required for the trek can be safely stored at our office.

  • G

    Gretha

    Asked on April 15th, 2024

    Is the Sun Gate ticket included in the tour price?

    Price / Availability
    Tour Details
    • Alpaca ExpeditionsOperatorWritten April 2024

      The Sun Gate ticket is only included if you book the Inca Trail 4D/3N. The Salkantay trek does not route through the Sun Gate.

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    Elizabeth

    Asked on April 3rd, 2024

    Can you confirm if the Salcantay tour is run by Alpaca Tours please? You show their video on your website, but this isn't clear.

    Operator
    Tour Details
    • Alpaca ExpeditionsOperatorWritten April 2024

      We have availability for the Salkantay Trek to Machu Picchu - 5 Days / 5 Nights (Group Service) starting on June 1st, 2024.

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