Salkantay Trek
The high-adventure alternative to the Inca Trail — over a 4,630 m pass under Nevado Salkantay to Machu Picchu.
Where on earth
Satellite imagery flying in from a world view to Salkantay Trek, Latin America.
- Region
- Cusco, Peru
- Country
- Latin America
- Biome
- Cloud forest to alpine (2,000–4,600 m)
- Best season
- May – September
- Difficulty
- moderate
Known for
- Backpacking
- Hiking
- Climbing
- Wildlife Viewing
- Canoeing
- Fishing
Key takeaways
- Biome: Cloud forest to alpine (2,000–4,600 m)
- Best season: May – September
- Difficulty: moderate
- Top activity: backpacking
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Topic summary
The high-adventure alternative to the Inca Trail — over a 4,630 m pass under Nevado Salkantay to Machu Picchu.
Key takeaways
- Difficulty: moderate
- Best season: May – September
Intended uses
backpacking
Climate suitability
Cloud forest to alpine (2,000–4,600 m)
Verification notes
Last verified January 1, 1970.
Region
Latin America
Biome
Cloud forest to alpine (2,000–4,600 m)
Difficulty
moderate
