Salkantay trek 1 Day – Private Service
Full Day from $ USD 66.00
Salkantay trek 1 Day – Private Service
With our Salkantay Trek 1 Day. Explore part of the Andes mountain range. Experience the Salkantay Pass and admire the scenic beauty of the imposing Salkantay and Humantay snow-capped peaks.
About the Salkantay Trek 1 Day
Salkantay trek 1 day, is an excellent option for trekking lovers. Also, for those who want to be far away from the bustling city and for those who want to make a challenge of exploring the 4600 meters above sea level /15,092 feet.
1 Day Salkantay pass trek, is another of the hiking alternatives that will allow you to explore part of the Andes mountain range just in one day. You will have incredible views of the landscape. Snow-covered mountains, colorful lagoons, deep valleys formed by small rivers that are born from glaciers.
“Join our expert hiking team in the Andes.” Our highly trained staff. Guide and driver will make your adventure a unique and unforgettable experience.
Highlights
- Challenge your ability to reach up to 4600m/15,092ft in the Salkantay trek 1 Day .
- Explore the Salkantay highest pass in a single day departing from Cusco.
- Admire the breathtaking panoramic views of the Salkantay and Humantay snow-capped peaks.
- While traveling also admire diverse landscapes and Andean villages.
- Do this trek with a local expert trekking company in Cusco.
1 Day Salkantay Pass Trek Summary
Full day trek
Departure from Cusco – Mollepata – Soraypampa – Salkantay Pass – Cusco.
- Departure from Cusco at 3:30 am.
- Breakfast in the Mollepata town at 5:40-6:30am.
- Start of the hike in Soraypampa to the Salkantay highest Pass at 8:00am.
- Uphill hike time, 3 hours. Total hiking time 6-7 hours.
- Distance uphill, 5 km/3.1miles. Total distance of the hike, 10 km/6.2miles.
- Difficulty, intense (1, 2, 3, 4, 5).
- Cold, 0°C to 8°C // 32°F to 46°F
- highest point. 4600m/15,092ft.
- Physical rating: Good conditions
- Availability: All year
Salkantay Trek 1 Day Itinerary
Cusco – Salkantay Mountain Pass – Cusco
To begin this spectacular 1 Day Salkantay pass trek tour, we will pick you up from your hotel in Cusco at 3:30 a.m.
Then, get away from the bustling city in a minibus and with your personalized professional guide. In 2-hour journey, stop in Mollepata town and have an energetic breakfast in a family house. Then, continue your trip until Soraypampa, trek start place.
Fasten your shoes and poles and begin the approximately 3-hour uphill hike at a moderate pace. While recovering energy at the hike highest point (4600 m / 15,088 ft), contemplate the whole compendium of scenic beauty and admire the perpetual glacier of the imposing Salkantay and Humantay mountains. Also visit the Salkantay small blue lagoon and before the descent don’t forget to take good pictures.
After an excellent fun, descend to the Soraypampa bus station and board your private mobility to the Mollepata town. Have lunch in a local family house and later return to the city of Cusco (arrival at 20:00 hours).
Food
1D y 1A
Physical Level
4, Intense
Distance Hiked
10 km / 6.25 miles.
Tour Length
6-7 Hours
Starting Altitude
3,350masl/ 10,991ft, Cusco
Min Altitude
3,900masl/ 12,795ft, Soraypampa
Max Altitude
4,600msnm / 15092 feet.
What’s included in the Salkantay trek 1 day
- Private round-trip transportation from the hotel in Cusco – Soraypampa – Hotel Cusco.
- English-speaking expert hiking guide.
- Breakfast and lunch
- Snacks
- Salkantay entrance ticket
- Basic first aid kit and oxygen
What’s Excluded in the Salkantay trek 1 day
- Food and beverages not mentioned.
- Horses (if necessary, you might rent in the same place).
- Waking sticks (we can rent you)
- Tips (optional)
Packing list
Carry inside your light backpack
- Personal documents
- Sunscreen
- Lipstick
- Rain poncho
- Sunglasses
- Photographic camera
- Snacks
- Personal items and medications
Recomendations
- To make this tour Salkantay trek 1 day. You have to be in the city of Cusco one day before the hiking.
- Take short walks around Cusco to acclimatize well.
- Remember, on this hike; the highest point is 4600 meters above sea level / 15092 feet.
- The temperature fluctuates between 0°C to 8°C / 32°F to 46°F with strong winds, and occasionally it is snowing.
- The trek is a little demanding due to the oxygen shortage.
- Wear suitable clothing for the walk: Hiking shoes, thermal clothing, waterproof and warm jackets, gloves and hat.
About 1 Day Salkantay Pass Trek Prices
Prices are expressed in US dollars (US$) and per person. This tour is only available in private service (Exclusive).
Price List
Only option: Private Tour
1 Day Salkantay trek – Private Tour Prices.
Tour designed especially for couples, families or groups of friends, co-workers or others.
The private price varies according to the number of people traveling together.
Pax number | Price per person | |
1 Persons | $ USD 330.00 | |
2-3 Persons | $ USD 180.00 | |
4-5 Persons | $ USD 110.00 | |
6 or + Persons | $ USD 90.00 |
Packing list
Carry inside your light backpack
- Personal documents
- Sunscreen
- Lipstick
- Rain poncho
- Sunglasses
- Photographic camera
- Snacks
- Personal items and medications
Mario Ordoñes Quispe Salvida
In Cusco, I am your travel specialist, with more than 10 years of experience organizing adventure trips.
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