A trip is much more than just a vacation: it’s an experience you’ll remember for a lifetime. At Salkantay Trekking, we work hard every day to offer the best service in Cusco and to make the mountains a place you’ll never want to leave.
Now, that dedication has been recognized with several nominations for the World Travel Awards 2025, the most prestigious awards in the global tourism industry. But to win, we need your vote!
In this blog, we’ll tell you everything we do and the effort we put into every detail, so you can vote for us and help us keep growing.
Together, we’ll reach the highest peaks!
Salkantay Trekking: Commitment to quality
Salkantay Trekking was born in 2013 with the idea of transforming tourism in the Andes, offering authentic and sustainable experiences. Since then, we have worked to achieve excellence, setting new goals and surpassing ourselves year after year.
We are a local company from Cusco with the vision of becoming the leading company in sustainable adventure travel. We are very happy to have been nominated for the World Travel Awards in different categories, both nationally and internationally:
- South America’s Leading Tour Operator 2025
- South America’s Leading Adventure Tour Operator 2025
- South America’s Leading Green Tour Operator 2025
- Peru’s Leading Tour Operator 2025
Being nominated is not just a source of pride; it’s a reflection of our daily work, the love we feel for the mountains, and the commitment we have to every traveler who trusts us.
We have an incredible team passionate about adventure, the natural environment of Cusco, and the Andean culture. We want to share that passion with our travelers, showing them the best of the Andes through perfectly organized tours. We carefully plan our itineraries and meticulously select our staff so they can provide you with professionalism, warmth, and dedication every step of the way.
Our goal is to fulfill all your travel dreams. We want to provide you with the utmost comfort and safety, so you don’t have to worry about a thing. Your only job will be to enjoy the wonders of Peru.
Each recognition drives us to keep fighting for what we believe in, to innovate, and to always strive to offer the best.
Environmental and social sustainability
At Salkantay Trekking, we love our land, the beautiful region of Cusco, and we always strive to care for the environment. We’re aware of the impact tourism has, both on the environment and on local communities. That’s why our goal is to ensure this impact is always positive, practicing responsible tourism in all the destinations where we operate.
A portion of our annual income is allocated to trail cleanup campaigns as well as the organization of social events benefiting the Andean communities.
Responsibility towards the environment
We know everything the environment does for us: it is an invaluable source of natural resources and gives us the beautiful trails we explore every day. The least we can do for nature is to care for and protect it. We promote eco-friendly practices, such as using reusable bottles and cloth bags, and responsible waste management in the mountains.
Responsibility towards local communities
Moreover, local communities have lived in these territories for centuries. They are the heart of the region and a living reflection of its culture. That’s why we believe it is essential to show them respect and support their way of life. We want to promote the economic development of local communities by creating job opportunities and building a more equitable future.
Exclusive camps
Your comfort is of vital importance. After a long day of hiking, there’s nothing better than relaxing in our exclusive camps, with stunning mountain views and all the comforts. On the Salkantay Route, our innovative and luxurious camps will leave you speechless.
Sky Camp
Located in Soraypampa at 3,900 meters / 12,795 feet, at the base of Humantay Lagoon. You will sleep in igloos with a glass roof so you can observe the stars of the Andes at night. Upon waking, you will see the snowy peaks of Salkantay and Humantay before you. It also features a large dining hall where you can enjoy the best dishes prepared by our chefs.
Mountain Sky View
Located in Collpapampa at 2,950 meters / 9,680 feet, where you arrive after crossing the Salkantay Pass. Built on the mountainside, the rooms offer panoramic views of the landscape through large windows. Each lodge has a private bathroom and hot shower, perfect for relaxing after a long day. In the dining room, you can warm up with a hot mate while enjoying the view.
Super Jungle Domes:
It is located in the cloud forest of Lucmabamba, at 2,000 meters / 6,562 feet above sea level. Situated at the entrance to the Peruvian jungle, it is the last camp before reaching Machu Picchu. The domes are surrounded by lush vegetation and have been designed to blend in with the environment. They provide perfect insulation, maintaining a pleasant temperature and keeping insects and mosquitoes away.
Menu adapted to your needs
At Salkantay Trekking, gastronomy is key. Our professional chefs, trained in haute cuisine, prepare delicious and healthy meals in the middle of the Andes, using fresh and local ingredients. All dishes contain the necessary nutrients to endure long hikes, providing energizing, healthy, and balanced nutrition.
During the trek, we offer abundant breakfasts, lunches, dinners, and snacks, accompanied by coca leaf tea to prevent altitude sickness. If you are vegetarian, vegan, or have food allergies, we’ve got you covered—just let us know in advance.
We also provide boiled water to ensure you stay well hydrated. Additionally, there are shops along the route where you can buy bottled water, snacks, and drinks. We are confident that our meals in the mountains will exceed all your expectations.
Team composed of Experts
The Salkantay Trekking team is made up of hundreds of people working to make your journey an unforgettable experience. Not only the guides who accompany you on the route, but also the behind-the-scenes team, from logistics to chefs and porters, ensuring everything runs perfectly.
- Guides: Highly trained and passionate about sharing Andean culture and nature. They stand out for their professionalism, enthusiasm, and deep knowledge of the routes and local culture. They are bilingual, and many also speak Quechua, allowing them to communicate with the communities. Additionally, they are trained in first aid and rescue, ensuring the safety of every traveler.
- Cooks: Expert professionals who turn fresh ingredients into delicious and nutritious meals. With a passion for Andean gastronomy, they pay attention to every detail in each dish. They guarantee varied meals adapted to each traveler’s needs.
- Horsemen and porters: Responsible for transporting and caring for the equipment during the trek. They know the trails perfectly and work with responsibility and commitment. Their effort allows our guests to travel lighter and more comfortably.
- Drivers: Experts in safe driving on mountain roads. They are responsible and punctual, ensuring comfortable and reliable transfers. They know the roads like the back of their hand. Their work guarantees you arrive at your destination worry-free.
- Sales team: Attentive and always ready to help you plan your adventure. They know all the details of the tours and advise you so you can choose the perfect trip. Their goal is for every traveler to have a unique and unforgettable experience.
- Operations: The heart of every adventure, organizing every little detail. With great commitment and attention, they make every trip possible. Always ready to solve any unexpected issues.
- Logistics: Responsible for making sure everything runs smoothly behind the scenes. They take care of every detail, from supplies to equipment. Their efficiency and commitment ensure nothing is missing during the trek.
Safety and Trust
The safety of our travelers comes first. We comply with strict standards to ensure every adventure is as safe as it is exciting.
At Salkantay Trekking, our guides receive annual training in first aid and mountain rescue, actively participating in these courses to provide the necessary safety to our guests. Additionally, during the trek, our guides always carry the following safety equipment:
- Pulse oximeter
- First aid kit
- Oxygen tank
- Medical blood pressure monitor
We also have an emergency horse available for evacuations when needed. From our office, we constantly monitor what happens on the tours to act as quickly as possible and provide immediate solutions.
Small Groups, Big Adventures
There’s only one thing we like more than meeting your needs: exceeding them!
Traveling in a small group with Salkantay Trekking allows you to enjoy a more personalized and authentic experience. You’ll be closer to your guide, enjoy a quieter atmosphere, get to know your adventure companions better, and reduce the impact on the local communities we visit.
- You will clearly understand the guide’s explanations.
- You’ll have a more intimate trip that lets you connect better with other travelers.
- You won’t be “just another person in the group,” and your needs won’t go unnoticed.
- You will generate less impact on communities by avoiding large crowds in sensitive places or areas with limited resources.
An exclusive journey awaits you!
Traveling in a small group with Salkantay Trekking is the best way to discover the Peruvian Andes. We’ll accompany you to live an unforgettable experience surrounded by wonderful people and stunning landscapes.
How can you vote for Salkantay Trekking?
Voting for Salkantay Trekking means supporting conscious, sustainable, and quality tourism.
We appreciate your recognition of the effort we put in every day to make each moment on the trail an unforgettable memory. Help us continue sharing the magic of the Andes with the world.
Vote for Salkantay Trekking at the World Travel Awards and help us reach the top! 🔗 Vote Here
We help you step by step through the entire process so you can vote without any problems. Visit the “Vote For Us” section on our website, and we will guide you through the whole process.
Thank you for trusting Salkantay Trekking.
See you at the top!
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