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 – Once in a lifetime experience

    Greetings! My name is Kim Victor Girao and I spent the last four days hiking the Salkantay trail lead by none other than Carlos Chuchullo. The track was difficult and very challenging, but Carlos and his team made it for an exciting experience. Carlos untied our group under one family for the past four days.…

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    Far Beyond Expectations

    The best way to sum this trip up in as few words as possible is: far beyond expectations. The pictures on the website are good, but they do not do justice of the beauty of the nature that this trail takes you through. In particular, I feel extremely lucky that I picked this company to…

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    On top of the world

    Do you want to feel alive? The Salkantay tour we have almost finished with Carlos, is one of the best experiences of my life! From day one, we were picked up at the airport and transferred to our hostel, with friendly people. We had a meeting with Carlos, to go over our trip. He explained…

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    Salkantay the wild mountain

    The Salkantay trail with Salkantay.org is an amazing experience! The scenery is unbelievably gorgeous and all the employees are outstanding. We were able to see the Andes, Peruvian highlands and the Jungle. Our guide Carlos spoke excellent English, Spanish and the local highland language that allowed our group to communicate and learn from everyone on…

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    Salkantay adventure

    Carlos, the king of the mountain, was the perfect guide for our Salkantay adventure – telling us about the history, flora and fauna of the beautiful and totally changeable landscape and always keeping our wee family happy. Although the weather was erratic at best everyone made the most of it. Soaked on the first day…

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    The wild adventure

    Carlos \”the king of the mountain\” lead us through the wild mountain during a blizzard, with only five feet of visibility we ascended in record time and survived with all out toes and fingers. I did not know what I was getting myself into but don\’t regret a thing. Carlos is an amazing guide and…

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    Inca Trail

    The 4 days and 3 nights on Inca Trail was awesome !! I always wanted to see the beautiful and mysteries lost city of Machu Picchu. Hiking on the Inca Trail let me experience and learn the Inca civilization. It was not easy but definitely worth all the efforts when I stood on the top…

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    Inca Trail

    The Inca Trail 4 days and 3 nights , Briefing is nice and clear instruction what to expect in the following days . 1. The guide Americo is one of the best guides that I can image, is great, knowledgeable, friendly and supportive all the way, he made my trip a better experience. Big thanks…

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    Salkantay Trek 5d/4n

    Magnifique experience, paysages d\’une pure merveille. Grande aventure pour les amateurs de trek avec de bons fous rires au programme. L\’equipe des cuisiniers et le guide vraiment sympatiques et present par tous les temps. La montee du deuxieme jour assez eprouvante mais on oublie tres vite la fatigue apres avoir vu la beaute du lac…