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5-Day: Salkantay Trek to Machupicchu and Humantay Lake

4.9 · 48 ratings on Guidekin, Viator & Tripadvisor 98% of star-rated reviews are 4★ or 5★ Cusco Operated by Mega Expeditions
Duration
5 days
Group
Shared tour
Guide languages
English, Spanish
Start & pickup
05:30 · Hotel pickup included
Booking
Instant confirmation · mobile ticket
Guidekin's take

The Salkantay trek combines Humantay Lake with high mountain walking before heading towards the jungle and Machupicchu.

Guiding, transport, most meals and horse support for luggage on the first three days are included; hot springs entry costs extra. 4.9 from 48 reviews at €328 per person for 5 days.

In our comparison: #21 of 33 in Salkantay Treks, by rating weighted by review volume (see the comparison).

How we choose tours →Commissions never affect our verdicts.

Options and prices

2 options from the operator, described in its own words. Prices are the operator's from-prices per adult for a party of two. Click an option to book it on Viator. Guide languages on every option: English, Spanish.

OptionWhat the operator saysFrom, per adult
Salkantay trek to Machupicchu + Humantay Lake The page pricePickup included€328
Salkantay trek + Zipline+trainZipline : this activity includes 6 cable line of 1 km long in the Andes mountain with climbing rock Return by train the last day : After Machupicchu on the last day, you will return by train to Cusco (4hours), instead of the bus ride of 7hours. Sleeping bad : We provide you a -10°C sleeping bag made of feathers Pickup included€459

Child prices by age band are shown at checkout. Option texts and prices come from the operator's listing; prices checked on Viator on 8 November 2026.

Included and not included

  • Private transportation
  • Lunch
  • All Fees and Taxes
  • Dinner
  • Breakfast
  • we carry your backpack Maximum 5kg the first 3 days using a horse (the hardest part)
  • PROFESSIONAL BILINGUAL GUIDE (Spanish - English)
  • 3 Nights Camping 1Night hostel (private for couples)
  • Pick up from your hotel in Cusco between 5:30 to 6:00am
  • Briefing with the guide 1 day before the tour..
  • Full camping gear except for sleeping bag (it is personal)
  • Machupicchu entrance for booking with 2 moths in advance, if not contact us, we have more options)
  • Return By bus the last day to Cusco
  • Breakfast the first day, Lunch and Dinner the last day
  • hot springs
  • Gratuities

Reviews

4.9
48 ratings
Tripadvisor 46 · Viator 2

98% of ratings with a star breakdown are 4★ or 5★: 47 of 48

Star breakdown of all 48 ratings

5 stars
45 · 94%
4 stars
2 · 4%
3 stars
0 · 0%
2 stars
1 · 2%
1 star
0 · 0%

What reviewers say

Reviewers praise the guides, food and accommodation; the trek is physically demanding.

Praised

  • Knowledgeable, patient guides who explain local history and nature
  • Fresh, varied meals served throughout the trek
  • Comfortable places to stay along the trekking route
  • Mountain scenery and views throughout the trek

Complaints

  • The trail is physically demanding
  • Additional spending is needed beyond the initial booking

Written by Guidekin from the 32 most recent English reviews on Tripadvisor & Viator (18 February 2020 to 16 July 2026). Refreshed as new reviews arrive; last checked 8 November 2026.

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Meeting point and route

Meeting point

Departure
05:30 daily; scheduled year-round (operator schedule, seats confirmed at checkout)
Pickup
Hotel pickup included
Operator
Mega Expeditions; booking and payment are completed on Viator

About this tour, from the operator

Our trekking is full of nature and biodiversity, the first 2 days are in the high mountains around 4000meters, surrounded by snow peaks and beautiful blue lakes, the third day is passing the Andean mountain and approaching to the jungle where the hot springs relax the tired muscles, the last 2 days have activities like zip-lining activity, and of course one of the 7 wonders of the world Machupicchu.

Walking, children and accessibility

The operator's own notes, grouped by topic. Nothing here is added by Guidekin.

Walking and health

  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness

Accessibility

  • Public transportation options are available nearby

Good to know

  • Food included Lunch, Dinner, Breakfast
  • Non-refundable no free cancellation

Cancellation policy

All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.

  • 0+ days: No refund

Compared with other Salkantay Treks

TourPriceDurationRatingGroup
This tour · #21 of 33€3285 days4.9 (48)shared
Salkantay Trek 5D/4N with Glass Cabins, Sky Domes & Hobbit House€6335 days4.99 (2916)shared
Classic 5-Day Salkantay Trek to Machu Picchu: Small Group Hike€6925 days4.98 (5396)shared
Salkantay Premium Trek 5 Days: Glamping Adventure to Machu Picchu€11575 days4.98 (1491)shared

Ranked #21 of 33 in Salkantay Treks by Guidekin score (rating weighted by review volume). Prices here run from €246 to €1749, median €633; typical length 5 days. 2 of 33 are private. Figures are live from the tour cards; the rubric is our handpicked set, not the whole market. Compare all 33 Salkantay Treks

From €328 per adult · Salkantay trek to Machupicchu + Humantay Lake