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Salkantay Trek to Machu Picchu S2/EP7
January 26, 2025 · 13 min · 2K views
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Max and Claire complete the Salkantay Trek to Machu Picchu over four days, beginning with a bus transit from Mollepata to the trailhead at Soraypampa.0:03 The group hikes to Laguna Humantay for an initial acclimatization climb before starting the primary route.0:26 The second day involves a 22-kilometer trek reaching a peak elevation of 4,600 meters, characterized by 750 meters of positive elevation gain and 1,800 meters of descent.2:16 On the third day, the group covers approximately 27 kilometers, navigating steep terrain and trail congestion near the lodge.5:59 The final leg consists of a 15-kilometer hike, including a crossing of a suspension bridge and a 10-kilometer stretch along the Hidroelectrica railway tracks leading to Aguas Calientes.10:34 Despite physical challenges, including knee pain and a sprained ankle, the group reaches the base of Machu Picchu for a scheduled morning tour.11:57 The trek requires significant endurance, with daily distances often exceeding 20 kilometers and substantial changes in elevation.
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