At Salkantay Trekking, we believe that the heart of our company is the people behind it. Every member of our team brings not only knowledge and experience but also passion and dedication, making each journey so much more than just a trip through the Peruvian Andes.
Inspired by the vision of our founder—who dreamed of taking adventure tourism in Cusco to the next level—we’ve built a family that works with commitment and care to bring that dream to life.
Each person plays an essential role, and together we form the foundation that has positioned Salkantay Trekking as a leader in adventure travel in Peru and beyond. With warmth and a genuine commitment to excellence, our team makes sure every moment of your adventure is unforgettable.
Behind every great journey is a great team. We’d like you to meet our founder and the Salkantay Trekking family—the people who make it all possible.
Edgar CatuntaManager and Founder
Meet the Founder
Edgar, founder and current manager of Salkantay Trekking, was born in Cusco and from a very young age knew his purpose: to share the greatness of his homeland with the world through authentic, high-quality experiences. A graduate in Administrative Sciences and Tourism from the National University of San Antonio Abad of Cusco (UNSAAC), he decided to follow his own path in 2012, the year he founded Salkantay Trekking.
2012Founds Salkantay Trekking in Cusco
2016–2025Recognized with awards in adventure tourism
2025Best Tour Operator in South America
His vision has always focused on offering unique and personalized services to every traveler. This philosophy led to the development of iconic routes such as the Inca Trail, Salkantay, and Machu Picchu, complemented by innovative private camps: Sky Camp in Soraypampa, Mountain Sky View in Collpapampa, and the exclusive Super Jungle Domes in Lucmabamba.
Under his leadership, the company has been consistently recognized from 2016 through 2025 with awards that highlight its excellence in adventure tourism, including Best Tour Operator of the Cusco Region and, most recently, Best Tour Operator in South America 2025—a milestone that cements Salkantay Trekking as one of the most prestigious travel companies on the continent.
Passionate about learning and improving every detail, Edgar has traveled to countries such as Spain, the United States, Nepal, Chile, Bolivia, and Brazil. From each journey, he brought back valuable insights and best practices that today are part of Salkantay Trekking’s essence: a service that is innovative, high-quality, and designed to exceed every traveler’s expectations.
After many research works and courses related to the tourism sector and business administration, the knowledge acquired pushed me to explore and manifest my experiences, giving birth to this beautiful project called: SALKANTAY TREKKING.
Today, thanks to the great support of our staff, both on the road and in the office, we have grown as a company and are proud of the quality service we provide:
We have a well-deserved reputation for innovation, high-quality service, and for putting together once-in-a-lifetime trips.
Salkantay Trekking's accumulated experience allows you to make the most of your valuable vacation time and experience the best of your chosen destination.
There are groups of trekkers enjoying an adventure in Salkantay Trekking. We offer daily departures every day of the year.
Our treks cover the Cordillera Vilcabamba, from Mollepata to Machu Picchu.
We provide services in the well-known routes such as the Sacred Valley, City Tour in Cusco, Mountain of Colors, among others, as well as more adventurous routes: Choquequirao, Huchuy Qosqo, Lares, etc.
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Tell us what you have in mind and our team will help you plan the trek or tour that fits you best.
Let us arrange everything for you properly. Contact us, and one of our travel specialists will provide you with everything you need to make this an unforgettable experience.
