{"id":2510,"date":"2019-10-26T05:18:52","date_gmt":"2019-10-26T05:18:52","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.salkantaytrekking.com\/blog\/?p=2510"},"modified":"2023-05-26T23:51:00","modified_gmt":"2023-05-26T23:51:00","slug":"12-reasons-why-shouldnt-miss-out-salkantay-trek","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.salkantaytrekking.com\/blog\/12-reasons-why-shouldnt-miss-out-salkantay-trek\/","title":{"rendered":"12 Reasons Why You Shouldn\u2019t Miss Out on the Salkantay Trek"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>The <strong>Salkantay Trek<\/strong> is Peru&#8217;s second most popular trek after the <strong>Inca Trail<\/strong>. We all know that you need to book the Inca Trail way in advance, so when you arrive in Peru and want to book just days in advance, Salkantay is THE BEST option. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>It is actually regarded by many to be the best <strong>trek in Peru<\/strong>. This is why lots of folks choose it as their first option. But why is it so great? And what are the reasons that you should definitely have it on your to-do list when in Cusco? Let\u2019s read on and see what makes Salkantay trek so unique.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-yoast-seo-table-of-contents yoast-table-of-contents anchor-links\"><ul><li><a href=\"#h-a-fun-adventure\" data-level=\"3\">A Fun Adventure<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#h-experience-how-small-communities-live-in-the-andes\" data-level=\"3\">Experience How Small Communities Live in the\nAndes<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#h-feel-the-purity-of-the-andean-air\" data-level=\"3\">Feel the Purity of the Andean Air<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#h-visit-humantay-lake\" data-level=\"3\">Visit Humantay Lake<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#h-enjoy-a-rewarding-rest-in-cocalmayo-hot-springs\" data-level=\"3\">Enjoy a Rewarding Rest in Cocalmayo Hot Springs<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#h-experience-different-peruvian-climates\" data-level=\"3\">Experience Different Peruvian Climates<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#h-try-a-wide-variety-of-peruvian-dishes\" data-level=\"3\">Try a Wide Variety of Peruvian Dishes<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#h-great-for-photographs\" data-level=\"3\">Great for Photographs<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#h-less-crowded\" data-level=\"3\">Less Crowded<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#h-kids-can-do-it-too\" data-level=\"3\">Kids Can Do It Too<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#h-easier-to-book\" data-level=\"3\">Easier to Book<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#h-more-economical\" data-level=\"3\">More Economical<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-a-fun-adventure\"><strong>A Fun Adventure<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>If for nothing else, you should do this trek for the sheer adventure. You will be crossing various terrains and see all kinds of small Peruvian towns, as well as meeting some new friends along the way. You\u2019ll likely create a strong bond with the guide and others in your group, making it much more fun.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The fact of knowing that you are retracing some ancient steps and on your way to <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.salkantaytrekking.com\/machu-picchu-tours\/\">Machu Picchu<\/a><\/strong>, one of the new Seven Wonders of the World, is exciting all by itself. It\u2019s a real adventure and will be something you will remember forever. <\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.salkantaytrekking.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/10\/fun-adventure-salkantay-trek.jpg\" alt=\"Salkantay Trek\" class=\"wp-image-2513\" width=\"920\" height=\"613\"\/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-experience-how-small-communities-live-in-the-andes\"><strong>Experience How Small Communities Live in the\nAndes<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Along the <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.salkantaytrekking.com\/trekking-in-peru\/salkantay-trek\/\">Salkantay trek<\/a><\/strong>, you\u2019ll see different families living a very different way of life as you know it. It can be a real eye-opener and is very interesting, to say the least. Seeing their quaint homes and surroundings is quite surreal, especially when you see the ones who live way up in the mountains! Brrrrrr.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.salkantaytrekking.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/10\/experience-how-small-communities-live-andes-2.jpg\" alt=\"Experience how small communities live in the Andes\" class=\"wp-image-2514\" width=\"920\" height=\"613\"\/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-feel-the-purity-of-the-andean-air\"><strong>Feel the Purity of the Andean Air<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>You will breathe air like you never have in your life. You\u2019ll feel the pure air when you reach places like <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.salkantaytrekking.com\/traditional\/cusco\/salkantay-humantay-lake-2d\/\">Humantay Lake and Salkantay Pass<\/a>,<\/strong> the two highest points on the route. There is nothing to contaminate the air up here; you can feel it entering your lungs with each breath.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.salkantaytrekking.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/10\/feel-purity-andean-air-slkantay-trek.jpg\" alt=\"Salkantay Pass in the Salkantay trek\" class=\"wp-image-2515\" width=\"920\" height=\"613\"\/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-visit-humantay-lake\"><strong>Visit Humantay Lake<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>This is becoming more popular and is appearing on many people&#8217;s bucket lists nowadays. It\u2019s one of the most stunning lakes and landscapes you\u2019ll see. The turquoise color of the Humantay lake, that sits in the middle of the mountains and their snowy peaks is just incredible.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Make sure you have an excellent camera to get some snaps to remember this beautiful sight for the rest of your life.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.salkantaytrekking.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/humantay-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"Humantay lake\" class=\"wp-image-6002\" width=\"940\" height=\"626\"\/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-enjoy-a-rewarding-rest-in-cocalmayo-hot-springs\"><strong>Enjoy a Rewarding Rest in Cocalmayo Hot Springs<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>If you go on the <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.salkantaytrekking.com\/trekking-in-peru\/cusco\/trekking-machu-picchu-salkantay-llactapata\/\">5-day trek<\/a><\/strong> option, you\u2019ll enjoy these excellent natural <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.salkantaytrekking.com\/blog\/the-top-hot-springs-to-visit-when-in-cusco-and-how-to-get-there\/\">hot springs<\/a><\/strong>. You won\u2019t reach them until you are in the hotter climate, and sitting in these warm pools in the warm afternoon air is just a luxury. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>After so many days of walking, resting your tired legs and feeling recharged for the next day is also enriching. It is a spectacular location with mountains all around you and a rushing river by your side.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.salkantaytrekking.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/10\/enjoy-rewarding-rest-cocalmayo-hot-springs.jpg\" alt=\"Cocalmayo hot springs\" class=\"wp-image-2517\" width=\"920\" height=\"613\"\/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-experience-different-peruvian-climates\"><strong>Experience Different Peruvian Climates<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Peru has\nmore microclimates than most other countries on Earth, so it\u2019s no surprise you\nget to witness quite a few along the trek. From being up high in the chilly and\nfresh mountains, walking through the cloud forest, and trekking through the\nhumid outer jungle, you get to see a lot. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>This also means you can experience a whole array of vegetation and wildlife, including <strong>alpacas<\/strong> and many <strong>Peruvian bird species<\/strong>. <\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.salkantaytrekking.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/10\/experience-different-peruvian-climates-1.jpg\" alt=\"Experience diferent peruvian climates in Salkantay Trek\" class=\"wp-image-2518\" width=\"920\" height=\"613\"\/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-try-a-wide-variety-of-peruvian-dishes\"><strong>Try a Wide Variety of Peruvian Dishes<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>You\u2019ll be surprised by the amount of variety you receive to eat during the trek. It\u2019s really amazing to see all the delights that the <strong>chefs cook up in the middle of the mountains<\/strong> without a conventional kitchen.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>You\u2019ll be more stumped at how they manage to walk so fast with all their equipment on their backs. They prepare all kinds of <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.salkantaytrekking.com\/blog\/gastronomy-in-cusco-7-famous-foods-you-must-try\/\">traditional foods<\/a><\/strong> that you can\u2019t always find in the restaurants in town, so it\u2019s a great opportunity to try as many tastes as possible. It\u2019s all delicious, by the way!<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.salkantaytrekking.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/10\/try-widevariety-peruvian-dishes.jpg\" alt=\"Try a variety of peruvian dishes gastronomy\" class=\"wp-image-2520\" width=\"920\" height=\"613\"\/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-great-for-photographs\"><strong>Great for Photographs<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>If you love photos, and let\u2019s face it, who isn\u2019t? The Salkantay trek is an absolute dream. You will pass so many stunning landscapes that you won\u2019t stop clicking. The Andes provide the perfect backdrop for plenty of photos before you take some shots of exotic plants and animals as you head into the jungle.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.salkantaytrekking.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/10\/great-photographs-salkantay-trek.jpg\" alt=\"photo Salkantay trek\" class=\"wp-image-2521\" width=\"920\" height=\"613\"\/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-less-crowded\"><strong>Less Crowded<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.salkantaytrekking.com\/trekking-in-peru\/inca-trail\/\">Inca Trail<\/a><\/strong> gets sold out almost every day of the year, which means it can get VERY busy. If you choose the Salkantay trek, you\u2019ll come across fewer people and enjoy the natural beauty and landscape more. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>It can be fun to walk with a group of people, but when you see them along the whole way, it can get a little too much. You don\u2019t get to appreciate the route as much. <strong>Salkantay<\/strong> is the perfect balance for a bit of company and enjoying nature to the fullest.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.salkantaytrekking.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/10\/less-crowded-salkantay-trek.jpg\" alt=\"Less crowded, the Salkantay Trek alternative route to reach Machu Picchu\" class=\"wp-image-2522\" width=\"920\" height=\"613\"\/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-kids-can-do-it-too\"><strong>Kids Can Do It Too<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>That\u2019s right. We aren\u2019t talking about tiny kids; older children can conquer the trail. It is challenging, but not too much. It can be a real achievement to complete it as a <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.salkantaytrekking.com\/blog\/family-holidays-peru\/\">family<\/a> <\/strong>and an excellent memory for your kids to cherish forever. <\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.salkantaytrekking.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/10\/kids-can-do-too-salkantay-trek.jpg\" alt=\"Kids can do it the Salkantay Trek\" class=\"wp-image-2523\" width=\"920\" height=\"613\"\/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-easier-to-book\"><strong>Easier to Book<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Due to the fact that it isn\u2019t as crowded and famous as the Inca Trail, it means that there are plenty more dates to choose from. Busy months from May to October can sell out in advance, but if you can\u2019t find the exact date you\u2019re after you\u2019ll probably find something around the same time.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.salkantaytrekking.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/10\/easier-book-salkantay-trek.jpg\" alt=\"Easier to book the Salkantay Trek, Rawpixel in Pixabay\" class=\"wp-image-2524\" width=\"920\" height=\"613\"\/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-more-economical\"><strong>More Economical<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>It is also far cheaper than the Inca Trail. You don\u2019t need to buy an expensive permit to enter the trail; pay 10 soles upon entering. So if you are worried about costs, this is a much better option.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.salkantaytrekking.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/10\/more-economical-salkantay-trek.jpg\" alt=\"More economical route, Salkantay Trek\" class=\"wp-image-2525\" width=\"920\" height=\"613\"\/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Choose Salkantay<\/strong> <strong>Trek<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>So, if you\u2019re going to do just one thing while in Cusco, you should make it the <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.salkantaytrekking.com\/trekking-in-peru\/cusco\/salkantay-rainbow-mountain-trek-6d\/\">Salkantay trek<\/a><\/strong>. You can now see that there are so many reasons to choose it and we are sure you will have the experience of a lifetime. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><em>Written by: Liv Palmer<\/em><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>The Salkantay Trek is Peru&#8217;s second most popular trek after the Inca Trail. 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