Direct Local Operator in Cusco, Peru

SALKANTAY TREK TO MACHU PICCHU

Authentic Andean Glamping, Exclusive Sky Lodge Domes & Sustainable Trekking Expeditions Led by Native Quechua Specialists.

Direct Local Quechua Operator
5-Star TripAdvisor Rated
Wilderness 1st Aid & Oxygen Equipped
Small Groups & Fair Trade
TripAdvisor Travelers’ Choice Top 1% of Attractions Worldwide
Official Authorized Operator Licensed by MINCETUR & SERNANP
Wilderness First Responder Oxygen & Emergency Protocols on Every Trek
100% Eco-Sustainable Leave No Trace & Community Support
Salkantay Trekking Explorers
18+ Years of Mountain Heritage
Authentic Andean Experience

Pioneers of the Salkantay Trail & Sky Lodge Domes

Founded in Cusco in 2006, Salkantay Treks Peru is 100% locally owned and operated by native Quechua guides. We design immersive, sustainable expeditions that combine breathtaking high-mountain landscapes with the comfort of exclusive private dome camps.

  • No Intermediaries: Direct booking guarantees the best rates and personalized service.
  • Ethical Porter Support: Fair compensation, proper gear, and healthcare for our Andean team.
  • Highest Safety Standards: Oxygen tanks, pulse oximeters, and wilderness first-responder guides on every trek.
25K+

Happy Hikers Guided

100%

Native Quechua Staff

4.9 / 5

TripAdvisor Rating

#1

Sky Lodge Domes in Salkantay

Our Dedicated Local Team

Passionate Guides & Mountain Gourmet Chefs

The heart and soul of your expedition: local professionals dedicated to your safety, comfort, and culinary delight at 4,000 meters above sea level.

Certified Mountain Guides Expert Mountain Guides

Native Quechua Certified Guides

Born and raised in the high Andes, our university-graduated guides possess encyclopedic knowledge of Inca history, botany, and geology, paired with certified high-altitude first-aid training.

  • Fluent in English, Spanish, and native Quechua
  • Wilderness First Responder (WFR) and CPR certified
  • Equipped with medical oxygen, pulse oximeters & satellite radios
  • Small group pace tailored to acclimatization and wellness
High Altitude Gourmet Chefs Gourmet Mountain Nutrition

High-Altitude Gourmet Andean Cuisine

Trekking requires serious energy. Our professional expedition chefs prepare freshly cooked 3-course buffet feasts using organic, locally harvested Andean ingredients at every camp.

  • Full 3-course hot meals: breakfast, lunch, tea time & dinner
  • 100% customized for Vegan, Vegetarian, Gluten-Free & allergies
  • Fresh organic produce sourced directly from Sacred Valley farmers
  • Purified boiled drinking water provided daily for all hikers
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Pillars of Excellence

Why Trek With Salkantay Treks Peru?

From our native Quechua roots to our exclusive sky dome campsites, discover what makes us the #1 rated local operator for the Salkantay Trail.

100% Direct Local Operator

No middleman markups or foreign agencies. You book directly with the local Quechua team that guides, cooks, and cares for you.

Small Groups & Intimate Hikes

We limit our groups to a maximum of 8 travelers, ensuring individualized attention, flexible pacing, and deeper cultural immersion.

High Altitude Safety Protocols

Every trek carries medical oxygen, pulse oximeters, and comprehensive wilderness first-aid kits handled by certified WFR guides.

Sustainable & Fair Trade

We follow strict Leave No Trace principles, use solar power, and provide fair living wages and warm gear for our mountain team.

Real Traveler Stories

What Our Hikers Say About Us

Read authentic verified experiences from adventurers who walked the sacred Salkantay path with our team.

Everything You Need to Know

Frequently Asked Questions

Find quick answers to common questions about preparing, packing, and hiking the Salkantay Trail to Machu Picchu.

The ideal trekking season is during the dry months from April through October, when days are sunny and skies are clear, offering spectacular mountain views. The trek can still be done from November to March, though you may encounter intermittent seasonal rains and lusher green valleys.

Our exclusive Sky Lodge Domes are permanent geodesic structures equipped with comfortable beds, warm down blankets, electric lighting, and private or nearby bathroom facilities with 360-degree glass roofs for celestial stargazing. Unlike cold nylon tents, our domes maintain superior insulation and protection against Andean night temperatures.

The Salkantay Trek is classified as moderate to challenging due to the altitude. The highest point is the Salkantay Pass at 4,630 m (15,190 ft). We strongly recommend arriving in Cusco (3,400 m) at least 2 to 3 days prior to your trek start date to properly acclimatize. Drinking plenty of water and coca tea will help your body adapt smoothly.

All packages include official Machu Picchu entrance permits, professional bilingual Quechua guides, gourmet meals cooked fresh daily by our expedition chefs, dome or glamping accommodations, transport from/to your hotel in Cusco, horsemen/mules for duffle bags (up to 7 kg per person), and first-aid medical kits with oxygen.

Absolutely! Our professional chefs are experienced in preparing specialized gourmet menus for Vegetarians, Vegans, Gluten-Free/Celiac travelers, Lactose-intolerant, and any severe food allergies at no additional cost. Just let us know during booking!

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Permits and exclusive Sky Lodge Dome spaces sell out quickly. Book directly with our local Quechua team in Cusco for guaranteed departures and personalized support.