The Salkantay Trek is an alternative route to hike to Machu Picchu on 4 to 5 days. One of the greatest and hardest adventures I did in my life. Unlike the traditional Inca Trail this route is considered for more hikers so you do not need to wait for one of the limited Inca Trail passes.
Also great: usually you can use horses to carry your clothes for some parts of the trail! This is the second day out of five. We hiked over the Salkantay Mountain Pass of over 4600 meters and finish below 3000m in Colcapampa. Over 10 hours of hiking. Really tough day!
Video shot in November 2021
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