SALKANTAY 5 Days 4 Nights
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- Type:
- Trekking Perú
- Visited Destinations:
- Cusco
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DESCRIPTION Located in the northwest of Cusco, Salkantay snow, and highest peak in the Andes, is at the eastern end of the chain and rises to 6270 m.a.s.l, the name Salkantay means Wild Mountain, "Which may refer to the swirling clouds that rise from the jungle lowlands. In our journey we crossed beautiful Andean landscapes; we pass the highest point of the route (5000 m.a.l.s). And we will have the chance to see Condors, Lamas and Alpacas in their natural habitat. The Salkantay circuit is a new alternative of trekking for adventure lovers. This alternative leads to Machupicchu landscapes between lagoons, Snowy Mountains as Humantay and Salkantay, a route of our ancestors Quechuas where we can see a progression of many ecological zones, crossing rivers, mountains in the chain of natural hot springs, entering the region of the cloud forest of tropical vegetation, appreciating orchids, hummingbirds and parrots from the rainforest. The Vilcabamba Mountain ranges where lies the Salkantay massif, which is beautiful and lonely. Dominated by the same Apu Salkantay has many high snow capped mountains like Tucarhuay (5.910 ft.), Veronica (5.682 m) and Huacayhuilca (5.361 meters), among others. The geography is difficult and capricious all around this attractive mountain resort. The Salkantay is surrounded by deep valleys and gorges, which makes their journey interesting and impressive. The last day of trekking very early visit the Lost City of the Incas - Machu Picchu and the same day by the afternoon return to Cusco.
Itinerary
ITINERARY
DAY 1: CUSCO -SAYLLAPATA- SOYROCOCHA.
At 6:00 am we`ll pick you up from your selected hotel. We'll leave by our private transport through the small town of Izcuchaca, Limatambo and Mollepata town located at an altitude of 2.850 meters, temperate jungle vegetation and the contours of the village we can see some mountains that belong to the Salkantay chain are at an approximate height of 4000 and 5000 meters During the trip we will have panoramic views of the sacred mountain Salkantay and magnificent views of the Apurimac River Valley. Then we arrive to our trailhead in Sayllapata at 3,600 masl where we meet our Arrieros "horsemen" and cook, after a light breakfast we started the expedition a gradual climb for about 2.5 hrs pass through traditional Andean communities Cruzpata 3200 mals, Challacancha, before arriving to Soraypampa (3750 m.a.l.s), after visiting a spectacular glacial lake we have lunch. Then we continue, after lunch with a gentle climb for approximately 4 hours we reach our first camp, Soyrococha is located at 4200 m.a.l.s.
Meals: LD
Maximum Altitude: 4200 masl
Minimum Altitude: 2850 masl
Distance Travelled: 12km approx
Approximate Walking Time: 5-6 hrs
DAY 2: SOYROCOCHA - HUAYRAQMACHAY - COLLPAPAMPA
At 7:00 am we will have an energetic breakfast This day we will go down through an impressive path and the first thing we will see is the majestic Salkantay, then begin the hike on a trail of spectacular scenery to reach the highest point our walk where we cross a step of 4600. m.a.l.s From this point we can appreciate the Andes mountain range, the Salkantay snow capped (6270 masl), which clearly contemplated the system and latitudinal difference between the floors, enter into a kind of cannon that will take us through valleys where we see different types of birds, insects and other animals, we will have the opportunity to observe the lifestyle of local people and enjoy the spectacular mountain views like Huayanay Humantay, small lakes, where we make a brief stop to have lunch, Huayraqmachay (3700meters), and then go down for 3.5 hours contemplating the beauty descend path to the jungle and camping in Collpapampa (2900 meters). Our camping equipment and food will be transported by pack horses.
Meals: BLD
Accommodation: camping
Maximum Altitude: 4600 masl
Minimum Altitude: 2900 masl
Distance Travelled: 16km
Approximate Walking Time: 6-7 hrs
DAY 3: COLLPAPAMPA - PLAYA - LUCMABAMBA
The third day, after breakfast we leave our camp (2900mals) at 7:00 am. The route for this day will be impressive and easy, because along our way we will see a wide variety of flora and fauna. The environment will be covered by abundant typical vegetation of high and lowland forest, and different types of ferns, begonias, orchids, grasses, Sobralia, etc. And birds of several sizes and colors, insects, butterflies, if we are lucky we will see the famous national bird of Peru "Cock of the Rocks.", The geography is another important attraction of the area, with its high mountains (6.270 m) and with flat valleys with many rivers descending from the farther heights to form most important rivers such as Santa Teresa, Willcamayu or Vilcanota. After 5 or 6 hours walking finally we arrive at Lucmabamba (1700 m.a.l.s) where we camp.
Meals: BLD
Accommodation: camping
Maximum Altitude: 2900 masl
Minimum Altitude: 1700 masl
Distance Travelled: 16km
Approximate Walking Time: 6-7 hrs
DAY 4: LUCMABAMBA- LLACTAPATA - HIDROELECTRICA - AGUAS CALIENTES.
After breakfast, we took the Inca trail that will lead us for about four hours until the archaeological complex of Llactapata (2650 m.a.s.l) in the capricious vegetation, visit Inca archaeological site, here we see some remains of Inca walls and channels. From here we will have the opportunity to observe the lost city of Machu Picchu far away, ideal time to take pictures of Machu Picchu and other mountains in the area, after approximately two hours descend at the train station Hydroelectric (Km 119). Where we enjoy our last lunch in camp, after being there we can appreciate the Urubamba River Valley, the different types of fruit trees and plants in the region. After lunch we continue our walk for about 2.5 hours along the railroad to the town of Aguas Calientes 2000 m, where we spend the night in a very comfortable hotel. Another alternative is to take the train that it leads to the city Aguas Calientes and we will have more time to rest but the transport hydroelectric station - Aguas Calientes is paid by the passenger.
Meals: BLD
Accommodation: hostal
Maximum Altitude: 2650 masl
Minimum Altitude: 2000 masl
Distance Travelled: 12km
Approximate Walking Time: 5-6 hrs
DAY 5: AGUAS CALIENTES - MACHUPICCHU - CUSCO.
Early in the morning the group will take the first bus to Machu Picchu, arriving there after 25 minutes. The group will have a guided tour of the Citadel Machupicchu for approximately 2 hours, visiting the Main Plaza, the Circular Tower, the Sacred Sun Dial (the most important preserved Intihuatana), the Royal Quarters, the Temple of the Three Windows, houses, warehouses, a large central square; and all connected by narrow roads and steps that are surrounded by terraces cut into the mountain side. After the tour you'll have time to stroll around the Archaeological Site at your leisure, opportunity to walk (approx 1 hour) up to the Sun Gate (Inti Punku) or climb to the top of Wayna Picchu, with a magnificent view of the whole Sanctuary. Around 1:00 pm we'll take the bus to Aguas Calientes, where we'll have time for lunch. After that, you will take the train back to Cusco, where our representative will be waiting for you at the train station. Transfer to the hotel.
Include
INCLUDES:
Land-Transport: Cusco - Sayllapata.
Train: Aguas Calientes - Cusco
Entrance Fee: Machu Picchu Sanctuary
Bus: Aguas Calientes - Machu Picchu - Aguas Calientes
** Hotel: Accommodations in double occupancy in Aguas Calientes (4th day)
Professional Guide: Speaks English and Spanish. (As the customer´s requested by)
* Assistant Guide: with 12 persons or more
Chef: for Meal preparation
Horse-people: to guide and supervise horses
Horses: They carry tents, food, kitchen equipment, backpacks, sleeping bags and mats ( 8 kgs./ 17 pounds per person); one or 2 extra horses for emergencies, depending on the size of the group.
Food: 4 breakfasts, 4 lunches, 4 dinners and snacks:
Gear: 2-people tents, inflatable mattress, dining tent, bathroom-tent, kitchen tent, saddles, tables, emergency kit including oxygen for emergencies.
Not Include
NOT INCLUDED:
- Breakfast on the first day.
- Sleeping Bag
- Entrance to the hot springs in Aguas Calientes - optional
- Tips (optional)
Note: The tip is a voluntary contribution granted by a compensation of a good service which does not imply that it is obligatory
Notes
PACKING LIST FOR BACKPACK (Max. weight 7 kilos)
. Sleeping bag
. Flashlight
. Bug-spray
. Sun-block
. Toilet paper
. Plastic bags (to protect cameras and for waste disposal)
. Water Purification pills
. Water resistant jacket
. 4 shirts
.One long pair of pants
. One short
. Several pairs of socks
. Underwear
. Rain Poncho
. Sandals or sneakers while resting in the tent
. cap or hat
. Personal Medications
RECOMMENDATIONS FOR THE TIME OF DEPARTURE:
Wear:
. Short-sleeved shirt
. Long-sleeved sweater
. Heavy Jacket
. Long pants ( if you can convert it to short, all the better)
. Heavy socks
. A good pair of mountain boots
. A small backpack to wear with camera, documents, water, money(soles) in small denominations.
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