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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Salkantay 5 days / 4 nights
This trek was very rewarding and well run. The first two days are the most difficult in terms of physical challenge, as you begin at altitude of nearly 4000m and continue to climb to the highest point of the trip, the Salkantay pass at about 4700m. At elevation the temperatures can get pretty cold at…
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Zombie Lichens
I had a great trip on the Salkantay Trek. I felt both day one and two were challenging. Definitely acclimate to the altitude or take medication before the trek! Our guide was Raul and was very helpful throughout the trek. He set a good pace for us hiking and gave decent time estimates for our…
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Salkantay Trek
The trek overall was great. The right level of challenging. They also used the first day to let you acclimate to hiking at altitude and gave a hard uphill hike that made the second day seem less difficult than it might have been otherwise. It gets very cold at night, so make sure to bring…
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Salkantay Trek
The Salkantay trek was my first experience camping and trekking and it was a real test. The guide was funny and very accommodating making the experience more enjoyable. The cooks and the food were amazing, they even baked me a delicious cake for my birthday ! The various camp sites were of a good standard…
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Salkantay trek
This was my first time camping so it was an interesting trip to say the least. The days were quite full on and it was more difficult than I was expecting. That said, it was a great experience and all in all the trip taught me to appreciate the basic necessities in life a lot…
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Trekking to Machu Picchu
The trip began the night before with an informative meeting where we went over everything that would happen during our hike. The two guides went over everything that we would need to bring and how to prepare. The first morning started bright and early, but seeing the sun come up while driving was a beautiful…
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The Adventure of a Liftetime
A cleansing adventure – for the mind, body, soul, and spirit. The guides and staff were friendly, caring, and informative. The trip started with a strenuous trek that pushed limits and continued with a walk through the jungle under a warm rain. The Sumaq hotel is first class in every way. A welcome reception and…
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Salkantay Trek
This trek is quite an adventure! Over the 4 days you will experience chilly mountain passes and lush rain forests. You will want to stop every couple of moments to photograph the breathtaking sights. It was a challenging, but rewarding experience that I am definitely glad I signed up for. We got the rare treat…
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Salkantay Adventure
The Salkantay Trek was an exciting and challenging adventure. Richard and Hilton were excellent guides and helped us along the route. The rain didn\’t stop us from having a good time. The landscape changed vastly from start to finish and this kept us interested through every twist and turn. Our first day was spent preparing…
