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
  • Cake for breakfast

    My husband and I very much enjoyed our adventure. The first two days were particularly memorable… including the trek to the summit of Salkantay . The experience and topography were truly unique, nothing I have ever seen in my many travels. Victor and Ronnie were great guides, knowledgeable of the region and Andean culture. They…

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    Adventurous trek

    This was a very fun and adventurous trip. We had a great trip with the guides, they were sweet and useful. We would have loved to hear more about the areas, ruins and mountains that we passed, it was a shame that they hurried too much to explain about see things. We enjoyed the way…

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    Una experiencia unica

    Nos ha encantado el trekking. Decidimos hacer este trekking por recomendación de un amigo pero ha superado nuestras expectativas para bien. Los paisajes que hemos visto han sido únicos en este viaje y el equipo de Inca Trail Reservations / Salkantay.org ha hecho que nos sintamos siempre cómodos y a gusto a pesar del cansancio.…

  • A must do

    Many thanks to the whole team for that great experience and these wonderful days. We will never forget these awesome views, the personal challenge, the great support of the guides and the delicious food prepared by the whole cooking team. We had so much fun during the trekking and never got bored, while the guides…

  • Great trip

    The trip has been a real adventure. The guides Victor and Roni have been very useful and sweet during our trip. The days have been challenging but great . I would only recommend a little more info around the areas during the trip, we passed some ruins and areas that would have been great to…

  • Son of a family

    The trek was very good. Overall the trek had amazing food specifically the popcorn before dinner was wonderful especially since it\’s my favorite food. The equipment was treated well the tents got smelly and the stuff got wet but it was very good equipment and very well kept. The guide was especially great because he…

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    Las magicas montanas de Machu Picchu La Pachamama !

    Fue una aventura muy agradable. Desde el primer día hasta el final ! Nuestro guía Carlos Perez y su equipo nos trataron de maravilla. El clima fue perfecto ! La comida estuvo deliciosa desde el primer día hasta el final. Los caminos eran lo que esperaba – llenos de retos hasta el ultimo momento y…

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    Trip of a lifetime

    The Machu Picchu experience was a once in a lifetime adventure. Every day of our 5-day / 4-night trek was memorable. The trip was wonderfully paced, I was never bored and was always looking forward to the next activity. I was always challenged but never pushed to a point where I did not want to…

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    Hakuchis

    Beautiful trek with great food. Day two very challenging. Carlos did a wonderful job as guide. My 11 year old did well and enjoyed everything. They accommodated the vegetarian diet with no difficulty. We went the first week in April and had rain. The trek was still enjoyable and everything was very green with wild…