PRE-TREK BRIEFING AT 5 PM OR 6 PM AT THE MACHU PICCHU JUNGLE OFFICE IN CUSCO: 

• The day before starting the 5-day Salkantay Trek, a briefing will be held at 5:00 p.m. or 6:00 p.m. at the Machu Picchu Jungle Trek office in Cusco. During this meeting, The guide will provide important information, such as:
• Technical details of the trek.
• Exact pick-up times to begin the tour.
• Printouts of your Machu Picchu and train tickets (if you have already booked and paid for them).
• Distribution of the duffle bag, in which you can pack up to 6 kg of personal belongings to be carried by the horses.
• The guide will also explain how to store any extra luggage if you wish to leave it with Machu Picchu Jungle Trek: For this briefing, you don’t need to bring any personal belongings, just your passport for the check-in process for the tour you have booked and a guarantee document if you are renting a sleeping bag from us. After the meeting, you can:
• Pay any outstanding balance if you haven’t paid 100% of the tour cost.
• Rent a sleeping bag or trekking poles if you didn’t rent them when you booked the trek.

PROFESSIONAL TOUR GUIDE FOR THE SALKANTAY TREK AND MACHU PICCHU TOUR INCLUDED:

• The Salkantay Trek is led by certified professional guides who are experts in mountain excursions, including Salkantay itself. Our guides will accompany you throughout the trek and will also offer you a guided tour of Machu Picchu if you are on circuit 2A or B, from 6 a.m. to 7 a.m. Always equipped with a first aid kit and a small oxygen bottle, they are prepared to help in case of any emergency. In addition, our guides speak English and Spanish, ensuring an informative and safe experience.

PICK-UP SERVICE FROM YOUR HOTEL OR AIRBNB BETWEEN 4:00 A.M. AND 5:00 A.M:

• The Salkantay Trek includes pick-up service from your hotel to start the journey. The pick-up is scheduled between 4:00 and 5:00 a.m., the guide will provide the precise time based on the location of your accommodation.
• If your hotel is near Regosijo Square, you also have the option to arrive there at 4:50 a.m. to start the trek. All pick-up details will be coordinated directly with your guide during the briefing, which takes place one day before the trek begins.

DUFFLE BAG SERVICE FOR 6 KILOS:

• During the informational briefing, you will be provided with a duffle bag that allows you to pack up to 6 kilos of your personal belongings. Our team will transport these duffle bags on horses throughout the entire trek, ensuring you have access to them at the campsites. This service enables you to hike comfortably with just your daypack. After completing your trek and returning to Cusco, you can easily leave the duffle bags at the Machu Picchu Jungle office Trek  for your convenience.
• You must leave a cash deposit of $10 as a guarantee. The $10 will be returned to you when you return the duffle bag to the office where you received it.

TRANSPORT FROM CUSCO TO THE STARTING POINT OF THE TREK IN SORAYPAMPA:

• Our Salkantay Trek service includes private transport for the group from Cusco to Soraypampa, the starting point of the hike. You will travel in a comfortable tourist vehicle from Cusco directly to Soraypampa, where you’ll meet the support team to begin your trekking adventure. This car journey takes approximately 3 hours, providing a convenient and comfortable way to start your trek with ease.

MEALS INCLUDED IN THE 5-DAY SALKANTAY TREK:

• The 5-Day Salkantay Trek includes 4 breakfasts, 4 lunches, and 4 dinners, prepared by our expert chefs who travel with the group throughout the journey. We also offer vegan, vegetarian, and other special dietary options if you have any restrictions. Additionally. The meals we serve are fresh, high-quality, nutritious, and energy-boosting to help you perform your best during the trek.

WHAT TYPE OF ACCOMMODATION IS INCLUDED IN THE 5-DAY SALKANTAY TREK?

• The Salkantay Trek includes three nights in cabins, and the last night is spent in a family cabin with a large green patio and coffee and banana plantations.
• Each campsite is equipped with mattresses and pillows; you only need to bring your sleeping bag. If you do not have a sleeping bag, you can rent one from Machu Picchu Jungle Trek.
• Accommodation for the first night is designed for four or three people in each cabin. This is because companies cannot build many cabins due to concerns about pollution. They are spacious enough for three or four people to sleep comfortably. If you are part of a group of three or four people and want to sleep together, this arrangement is possible. However, during the second and third nights, two people will sleep in each cabin.

COOKING TEAM RESPONSIBLE FOR MEAL PREPARATION THROUGHOUT THE ENTIRE SALKANTAY TREK:

• Machu Picchu Jungle Trek includes a team of chefs dedicated to meal preparation along the Salkantay Trek route. These chefs are responsible for preparing breakfast, lunch, and dinner for all participants. They are also trained to accommodate special dietary needs, such as vegetarian, vegan, and lactose-free options, adapting to each group member’s specific requirements to ensure proper nutrition.

KITCHEN EQUIPMENT AND UTENSILS:

• We provide all the necessary equipment and utensils for meal preparation and serving. Our team transports them to each campsite, ensuring you enjoy your meals in optimal conditions.

FOR THE SALKANTAY TREK, WE INCLUDE A TEAM OF MULETEERS AND HORSES:

• For the Salkantay Trek, we include a team of muleteers and horses. Our team of muleteers and their horses are essential to the success of the experience, as they are responsible for transporting all camping equipment, food supplies, and other necessary loads along the route. The horses also carry the duffle bags with up to 6 kilos of personal belongings per participant, including sleeping bags. This way, you can hike with just a small daypack carrying your essentials, while our team transports your luggage from one campsite to the next, allowing you to fully enjoy the trek.

HOSTEL STAY IN AGUAS CALIENTES:

• Enjoy a rejuvenating night in a cozy hostel located in Aguas Calientes, also known as Machu Picchu Town, the gateway to the iconic Inca citadel. Our carefully selected hostels offer a variety of comfortable rooms equipped with private bathrooms, hot showers, and Wi-Fi access, making them ideal for groups.
• This relaxing environment provides all the essential amenities to help you unwind and refresh after your trek, ensuring you’re well-rested and ready for your visit to the magnificent Machu Picchu.

MACHU PICCHU TICKET:

• We will help you book your entrance ticket to Machu Picchu (Note: Our team will verify available circuit to Machu Picchu, to make the reservation with your data and then you will pay (USD 40.00 or PEN 152.00) in our office in Cusco). Ask before booking.
• If our first option is available, Circuit 2: Llaqta Machu Picchu / Classic Route 2-A, which leads to the iconic panoramic viewpoint and allows you to explore about 70% of the citadel we will make the reservation.
• But if this circuit is not available, we will book Circuit 2-B: Lower Terrace, which also offers the classic viewpoint and access to 60% of Machu Picchu and if neither is available we will make the reservation.
• To ensure you get one of these tours, we recommend booking your tour 3 to 4 months in advance. If none of these options are available, we will select an alternative tour that allows access to specific areas of Machu Picchu.

MACHU PICCHU GUIDED TOUR:

• Your package includes a scheduled 2-hour visit to Machu Picchu, featuring an immersive 2.5-hour guided tour led by one of our expert guides. This tour is designed to enhance your understanding of this historic site and is tailored to fit your ticket’s entry time and designated circuit.
• Following this engaging exploration, you’ll have 30 minutes of personal time to fully appreciate the breathtaking beauty of Machu Picchu before continuing your journey.
• The circuit that has the guided service is circuit 2A or B of Machu Picchu. (6 AM or 7 AM).

RETURN TRIP OPTIONS FROM MACHU PICCHU:

• After your visit to Machu Picchu, you have two options for your return trip: by car or by train.
• Train Option (train expedition or vollager): Typically, your train ticket will be scheduled for 2:30 p.m., 2:55 p.m., or 3:20 p.m., depending on availability. To reach the train station, you can either walk for about an hour or take a bus for $12. You’ll have some time to explore the charming town of Aguas Calientes, enjoy lunch, and relax. Please make sure to arrive at the train station at least 30 minutes before your departure. The train ride to Ollantaytambo takes approximately 1.5 hours. Once you arrive, a transfer from Machu Picchu Jungle will be waiting for you with your name. You will then travel by car back to Cusco, which takes another 2 hours, with a drop-off at Plaza Regocijo. You can expect to return to Cusco around 6:30 p.m.
• With this option, you can visit Machu Picchu in the morning or afternoon, and also add Machu Picchu Mountain or Wayna Picchu Mountain.
• Car Option: If you choose the car option, you will start with a 3-hour hike from Machu Picchu to the hydroelectric station. This trek should begin no later than 11:00 a.m. The hike consists of an initial 30-40 minute descent, followed by approximately 1.5 to 2 hours of flat walking along the train tracks. You should arrive at the hydroelectric station by 1:20 p.m. to catch the 2:00 p.m. car. The car journey back to Cusco will take around 6 to 7 hours, and you will arrive at approximately 09:30 p.m., with the final stop at Plaza Regocijo in the center of Cusco.
• With this option, you will not be able to visit Machu Picchu in the afternoon, nor add Machu Picchu Mountain or Wayna Picchu Mountain.

FREE STORAGE SERVICE:

• If you have extra luggage and need a place to store it during your Salkantay Trek, Machu Picchu Jungle offers a complimentary storage service for all clients who book the tour with us.
• Our storage facility is conveniently located at our main office in the heart of Cusco, just a short walk from Plaza de Armas. The storage is available daily from 7:50 am to 09:30 pm, including Sundays. For security reasons, access outside these hours is not available.

VEGETARIAN AND VEGAN DINING:

• We provide a selection of vegetarian and vegan meals, along with options to accommodate various dietary restrictions, including gluten-free choices. There is no additional cost for these modifications; simply inform us of your preferences when making your reservation.

EMERGENCY PROVISIONS:

• • To prepare for any urgent situations during tours, our guides carry essential emergency supplies. Each guide is equipped with an oxygen bottle and a fully stocked first aid kit to provide immediate assistance when needed.
  • If you feel unwell, suffer from altitude sickness, and no longer wish to continue the hike, you can rent a horse.