Ramiro and Darwin were very competent and friendly, every step of the journey was very clear. Always happy to happy those in need and answer any questions. The food was abundant and great quality, accommodations were comfy, the views absolutely breath taking. An incredible adventure!

We had an amazing tour of the sacred valley. Our guide David Castro was so knowledgeable and fun. The Inca sites were fascinating and well worth visiting.

Carlos the mountain king was an amazing guide for our trek. Happy to give the Salkantay trek and experience a 5 star review. Very professional company that was organized and easy to work with. They were great at communicating before our trek answering all our questions. We didn't have a single complaint. We got the best guide we could have hoped for. He was great at taking care of the safety of our group and kept everyone positive the entire time. He was very well versed in Peruvian culture and proudly presented it to us. Thank you Mountain king and Salkantay trekking for our amazing experience.

How do I begin. To start, it was absolutely incredible! But we have to give a HUGE thanks to our tour guide for the amazing experience we did have. Ricardo, you are truly an amazing person with so much knowledge and you absolutely made our trip! You made us feel like home, steered us in the right direction (North of course, lol) and gave us unforgettable memories! To everyone, if you’ve ever experienced a crap backpacking trip, hopefully this will ease your minds bc not one thing was bad about this. To our horseman, Alberto, thank you for transporting everything and keeping it nice and dry. We saw you working incredibly hard and it showed! Moises, you are an amazing chef and you kept us alive! If you are thinking you are getting rations and will have to live off of your snacks then you got this wrong. We had 3 absolutely delicious meals everyday, along with a happy hour and snacks and morning tea! To not have to think about any of this was a huge weight off of whats normally my husband’s job on trips. He actually got to enjoy himself, lol! The accommodations were awesome! No showers the first night but honestly you’re at such a high elevation, nothing felt wrong about that. The next two nights you did have a private bathroom with a shower. And I will not say anything bad bc it’s a shower and it’s private. All the beds were comfortable, you got a space to relax and there were no lurking creatures. The hotel in Aguas Calientes was great! Great place to spend some time if you have it. There’s a lot more to the town than you expect! Along the trail it was nice to have stores! That was something we’ve never experienced before and it was a nice break from the hike if you were waiting for the rest of your group. Bring more soles with you than you think! The restrooms were 1-2 soles if they were not at a restaurant. Beers were around 10. There were plenty of opportunities for snacks, other drinks, water, etc. Now the hiking part, you may think day 2 is the hard one….it’s really not. Is it long, yes, but effort wise, the uphill is not as bad as you think. There is an option to take a horse/mule to the top (uphill travel only). The 10 miles downhill was a little brutal but again, not as bad as you think. Personally, I found day 4 to be the “most challenging” but very doable. We did not find any day to be overwhelming. It was a great change of scenery from the high alpine to the jungle. We honestly got the perfect weather conditions so I would not be able to speak to any other time of the year (we started our trek Nov 24th for reference). The humidity was not horrible, the temperatures were nice, we did have rain but if you hike fast enough you miss some of that lol. You can make this hike what you want of it. I think we put in over 40 miles over the 5 days and there was a choice to do more if you wish! And we actually got amazing pictures at Machu Picchu without the fog coverage! But it was taking a chance that happened to work out for us. 10/10 recommend, even for non seasoned travelers like us. Salkantay made this super easy and we would definitely do another one with them!

It was an unforgettable experience, beyond forecast. The landscapes I witnessed were incredible. It is essential to be in good physical shape; otherwise, I believe that inste as of enjoying it, you will endure it. I want to thank our guide, Fredy Vapaza, for his kindness, good humor, and patience with each of us. Additionally, for sharing his knowledge and passion for Inca culture. I also want to mention the chef, Efraín Manchego, who, through every meal—breakfast, lunch, snack, and dinner—showed his passion for food with the variety of dishes he prepared.

We had a fun, challenging and exciting 5 days hiking the Salkantay. The trek was well organized and we were prepared well. KJ our guide looked after us, making sure the group was prepared and safe at all times.

My partner and I recently completed the 4 day Salkantay Trek and it was an amazing experience. Our guide, Carlos (aka the Mountain King) was warm, funny, and an outstanding lead for the group. We would have missed out on so much without Carlos by our side. He shared his personal insights into the local culture, his knowledge of the. region’s history, and natural surroundings, which truly enriched the 4-Day journey. The Chefs kept us well-fueled - The food was tasty, diverse and true to Peruvian cuisine. The campsites offered stunning views of the mountains and star lit skies! The combination of great guiding, cultural immersion, tasty meals, and breathtaking landscapes made this trek unforgettable. If you’re travelling to Peru and looking for an adventure, I would highly recommend!

I joined the 4-Day Salkantay Trek as a solo traveller. I booked the trip 3 months in advance and they were very helpful with answering all my questions and also sent out detailed information to prepare for my trip. The company, the staff, chefs and our guide, Orlando, were professional, friendly and very helpful from organising all the behind the scene details to the actual trek itself. The trek was physically challenging but there is also the option to hire a horse for a part of the trek up to the Salkantay mountain pass. They were kind and patient if at times if you walked a slower pace but they make it an important priority that you have an enjoyable time. The hike to Humantay Lagoon was stunning and beautiful. It was a tough hike up but definitely worth the views. This trek was also a great opportunity to commune with the Andean nature with the safety and guidance of Salkantay Trek. The Sky Camp and Mountain Sky View accommodations had fantastic views and you feel so immersed in the nature. The company took great care and covered all the logistics and details of the trek from transporting the duffle bags for your things, snacks, water and rain poncho. The meals were delicious and filling and you can tell the chef made it with love and joy. You get to discover so much on this trek. Truly an unforgettable experience and beautiful memories for life.

We did the 5 day premium Salkantay trek. It was worth every dollar to do premium. It made the experience much better and less complicated. Our guide Ricardo was a 10/10. I would highly suggest recommending him if you decide to book. He was knowledgeable, on time and full of fun making our trip even more memorable. He was helped by Alberto our cowboy who kept our gear dry and together dying the journey through some unpredictable weather and Moses our chef . If there was a Michelin star for camp chefs Moses deserves one. Each one of our meals was different, fresh and perfectly presented . The accommodations at each stop were beyond what we expected with spectacular views and top notch cleanliness . Some of the days were challenging but having the support of the team and many village stores along the way made it much easier . If you are considering doing trek like this I would choose Salkantay with this team to ensure you maximize your expertise.

Great trek, fantastic views. Salkantay Trekking provide for wonderful sites to spend the night. The parcours is at times very challenging. Worth all effort.

Magic trip, in every aspect: amazing views and diverse, green nature, locations, great guide, perfect organisation, top locations! Unforgettable, unique and Simply magic !

Trip was fun and continuously engaging. Hike was very challenging but had an accommodative tour guide with great food experiences.

The Salkantay Trek to Machu Picchu was an unforgettable adventure! The breathtaking views of snow-capped mountains, lush jungles, and serene lakes made every step worth it. Carlos the Mountain King was knowledgeable and supportive, ensuring the group felt safe and informed throughout the challenging yet rewarding hike. He made sure everyone was well taken care of and even made accommodations to those of us who wanted to take a horse for part of the trek. The meals provided were delicious and vegetarian friendly which I was so thankful for, our chefs were amazing! The accommodations, especially the glass domes under the stars, added a magical touch. Reaching Machu Picchu after such an epic journey made the experience even more meaningful. I highly recommend this trek to anyone seeking a unique and enriching way to visit this wonder. SEXY LLAMA WARRIORS UNITE!

The entire trip was amazing, we went during the beginning of the rainy season but the rain/clouds/fog would come and go so we were able to see everything. Carlos “the mountain king” was our guide and he was so friendly, knowledgeable, and fun. He taught us so much about Inca history/culture and his Quechua heritage. I couldn’t recommend him enough, we had a blast!

Amazing Salkantay Trek! The views were unforgettable, and our guide, Carlos – the Mountain King – made the experience even better. His expertise and energy kept us safe and engaged throughout. Highly recommend!