Salkantay Sky Camp: 4-Day Trek & Breathtaking Andean Journey
Challenge yourself on this adventurous 4-day trek to the UNESCO World Heritage site of Machu Picchu. Conquer Humantay Lake, the mighty Salkantay Mountain, and go through the wild, rugged Andean mountain range down to the edge of the Cloud Forest. Accommodation is included, including a night at the exclusive Sky Camp, whose igloos are perfect for stargazing. • Embark on an adventure-filled trek to Machu Picchu • Small-group tour (maximum 12): A more personalized experience • Includes meals, accommodations, and entrance fees • Spend a night stargazing in the Andean mountains
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W3770JKsebastians, 10/19/2025 7:35:32 PM
Ramiro and Danger were awesome guides. Salkantay Trekking is the provider to go with. Everything was perfectly organized.
Q8328JVjordanh, 10/19/2025 1:07:47 PM
Absolutely incredible trip, Juan Carlos catered to the groups level and gave us an amazing experience! Food was incredible and some amazing views and lodging.
peasejack, 10/16/2025 2:32:46 PM
Wow! What an incredible trip! My wife and I came to Peru on our honeymoon and we couldn’t have asked for more! The trip it self was challenging, but so rewarding. My wife and I had the most incredible time, we won’t forget. Our tour guide Dorgan was amazing, he was so attentive, knowledgable and funny. He made the trip so much fun! The accommodation was fabulous, the food and the chefs were brilliant and always cooking great food for us! I can’t put into words how good it was.
RachelAdams123, 10/16/2025 2:17:43 PM
I had the absolute best time on this tour! I was in Dorian’s group, and he was honestly the best guide you could ask for – knowledgeable, fun, and full of energy. One of my biggest highlights was reaching the top of Salkantay, such an unforgettable moment, and seeing the accommodation on the second night – it completely exceeded my expectations! Our group must have been hand-picked because we all got on so well and genuinely enjoyed each other’s company from start to finish. The cooks were absolutely incredible, serving up a real feast every evening – I still can’t believe how much work they do, running up and down the mountains ahead of us to have everything ready. Huge appreciation as well to the horsemen for carrying all our bags and making it possible for us to just enjoy the trek with our day packs. 10/10 experience – couldn’t recommend it more!
451ramtinr, 10/10/2025 12:55:54 PM
Absolutely a life changing experience of epic proportions. Cesar Quispe Yanqui, our guide was a crucial part of that experience. His knowledge, his love and passion for the history and the culture, and his personality certainly made for the ultimate experience. The trip could not have been organized any better. The company, Cesar and the rest of the crew made for a five star trekking experience and I could not recommend them more than humanly possible. Will definitely do this again.
sharonvC3006XK, 10/10/2025 12:52:56 PM
Cesar Quispe Yanqui was the most helpful guide! Absolutely excellent and made us so comfortable, so very knowledgeable in the culture and trek! Amazing trip from start to finish! Thank you for such an impactful, organized, learning experience! So much fun!
838aryaa, 10/4/2025 4:31:36 PM
Unbelievable experience and incredible service - from the mule drivers ensuring our equipment stayed dry and arrived to camp on time, to the chefs preparing fantastic food, to the guides who made it an unforgettable 4 days filled with high spirits and tons of laughs. If any of my friends were to want to do the Salkantay hike I would suggest they go with Salkantay Trekking and specifically ask for Juanito & Edison as their guides. Juanito was absolutely hilarious!!! He kept the energy through sunshine or rain and took our experience beyond any expectations. Edison was incredibly kind, helpful, and always made sure to care for the team. 11/10 experience!
lathem1, 10/4/2025 9:12:19 AM
Highly recommend Salkantay trekking if visiting Machu Picchu! From start to finish, very welcoming and professional. Our guide Cesar was a class act, very well versed in Inca history and Andean culture. Accommodations were comfortable and food was excellent every day. The company made sure you were prepared for any weather conditions. Always looking out for you. Would do again! Very organized and we always felt safe and cared for by our team.
bethoZ4264BB, 10/1/2025 10:28:29 AM
We had a fantastic time on our 4 day, 3 night trek through the Salkantay Pass to Machu Picchu. We were expertly guided by Fredy Apaza and fed by the excellent chef JuanCarlos . We never felt hungry and always felt support along the journey. Despite differing levels for athleticism we all stuck together and had a unforgettable experience.
steffin995, 9/30/2025 10:14:05 PM
Together with two friends, we did the 4-day Salkantay-trek and had the most amazing experience. The lodges were great, the food was super good and the views during the hikes exceeded our (high) expectations. Our guide Héctor ensured that our group really felt like a family, with lots of positive energy and lots of laughter: big thanks to you Héctor!
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have a high level of physical fitness
- It's recommended to arrive in Cusco at least 2 days before the trek to adjust to the altitude.
- Spots at Machu Picchu sell out quickly. If Circuit 2 is unavailable on your selected date, we’ll provide access to Circuit 1 or 3 at no additional cost (subject to availability)
- KEEP IN MIND THIS HIKE IS A CHALLENGING TREK. TRAVELLERS HAVE TO BE IN GOOD HEALTH AND PHYSICAL SHAPE TO FULLY ENJOY EVERY MOMENT OF THIS ADVENTURE.
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- Keep in mind this hike is a challenging trek. Travelers must be in good health and physical shape to fully enjoy every moment of this adventure. - It's recommended that you arrive in Cusco at least two days before the trek to adjust to the altitude. - You will have a briefing session, which will be held in our main office in Cusco at 5:00 pm, one night before the tour begins. These meetings last approximately 30 to 45 minutes. - Our travel specialists will send you a message from +51 974 727 031 via WhatsApp for easy and efficient communication. Contact us now, and let's get started planning your unforgettable adventure!Less than hours before travel date - 0% refund