Experience the Magic Through Traveler Stories

Every journey to Machu Picchu creates unforgettable memories and transformative experiences. Browse authentic stories and testimonials from travelers who have walked the ancient Inca paths with our certified guides. From breathtaking sunrise views over the Andes to meaningful cultural exchanges with Quechua communities, these firsthand accounts capture the magic, challenges, and profound moments that define an Inca Trail adventure. Each story is accompanied by real photos from the trail, showcasing the stunning landscapes, archaeological wonders, and personal triumphs our guests experience.

  • Authentic testimonials from recent trekkers
  • Real photo galleries documenting journeys
  • Diverse experiences across all trail options
  • Honest accounts of challenges and triumphs
  • Cultural encounters with local communities
  • Expert guide insights and memorable moments
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    Ronnie’s Chicos =)

    What an amazing experience and trek! This was my first experience doing an adventure such as this and it exceeded my expectations. Between the guide, cook, additional staff, accommodations, and to say the least the views it has all been incredible. I truly can\’t say enough wonderful words and positive stories. Being a solo female…

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    Ronnie is a champion

    My expectations were greatly exceeded. Everything from the the hike, to the food, to our excellent guide was really amazing. I\’ll admit that it was seriously demanding but it was equally rewarding. The hot springs and zip line were extra bonuses that top the trip off well. Really glad we went with salkantay over the…

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    Al paca lotta coca

    From the first briefing in Cusco to our final goodbyes, the entire trip was amazing. Our Guide ronnie was informative, polite, funny and fast¡. The mountains, trails and altitude will test your mind, body and soul. However the Guides, the food and the spectacular scenery keep you going strong mentally and physically. The second day…

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    Butt kicking fun

    Ronnie our guide has been amazing. He was incredibly knowledgeable, funny and safe. The food was amazing, the mountains were gorgeous and the hike was quite the Butt kicker, however incredibly rewarding. The beauty I saw was awesome. Ronnie taught us about the plants and animals of this area and told us stories of the…

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    Team Puma

    Okay first of all, I just want to say that Ronnie is absolutely amazing. He is the best guide we could have asked for. The food was delicious, our chefs basically cooked us a 5 star meal for breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Hiking Nevada Salkantay was really, really hard, but only because I have not…

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    I got so high…

    The Salkantay trek was an experience of a lifetime. I loved every moment of it, from the beautiful views, the challenging hikes, the excellent organization, and the fantastic food. Our guide Ronnie did a fantastic job of keeping the group going, providing interesting info, and just being awesome. The food was unbelievably delicious, and I…

  • The headache

    The first day was fairly easy up to lunch, then we headed up to a lake at 4200m which got the pulse going in the ears but had awesome views. The wake up on the second day was fairly savage with the cold, but was helped by the coca tea passed into the tent. The…

  • Saved by the Candy

    Great experience trekking for the first time in Peru. Great guide, great cook and horseman. Cold, altitude sickness and bad stomach after the first night leaving me crawling up to the highest point, but was saved by a sugar boost from some candy, was definitely worth it and would do it again. Rest of the…

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    The Mountain Did Not Kill Us!

    A very challenging and rewarding trek. Our guides, Raul and Marco were very knowledgeable and organized, and helped everyone have a good experience. Even though the hiking was physically challenging for me, I was so glad when I arrived at Macchu Picchu that I had not just arrived there by train….it would not have been…