The Salkantay Trek is a fantastic hike for trekkers wanting to combine a quieter less trodden route with a visit to the Sacred Valley and Machu Picchu. Located northwest of Cusco, Nevado de Salkantay, the Cordillera’s tallest peak, is at the eastern end of the chain and rises to 6271m above sea level. The name Salkantay means ‘Savage Mountain’ which may refer to the swirling clouds that rise up from the jungle lowlands and engulf the peak. Our adventure begins on the slopes of Mt. Salkantay with its glaciers, lagoons and 5000m pass, home to the majestic condors and Andean chinchillas. From here we descend to the high Andean plateaus – breeding areas for alpacas, before entering the famous Inca Trail to the lost city of the Incas: Legendary Machu Picchu