The complete beginners guide to the Salkantay Trek

A trip to Peru wouldn’t be complete without hiking in the Andes and a visit to one of the 7 Wonders of the World, Machu Picchu. But perhaps like me you have an aversion to planning anything 6 months in advance, and it turns out all of the tickets to trek the Inca Trail have been sold out. Fear not, for there is another, arguably better route you can take that will see you tackle glacial lakes, mountain passes, jungles and more – all with the infamous Inkan city waiting for you at the end – the Salkantay Trek!

This guide aims to give you all the information you need to be properly prepared for the trek; from how to book the tour in Cusco, to clothing and what else to pack to make your trip a highlight of your time in South America!