Multi-day trek: Salkantay Trek
If you're unsure, start with day hikes and gradually increase effort and altitude.
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From the great multi-day treks toward Machu Picchu to day hikes in the Cordillera Blanca: how to choose the right route for your level and season.
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Peru offers very different treks, from routes toward Machu Picchu to hikes in the Cordillera Blanca and the areas around Lake Titicaca. Duration, altitude, difficulty and season vary a lot from one area to another.
Planning a trekking trip in Peru means choosing carefully: season, difficulty, equipment, guides, overnight stays and weather margins. Not every trek is right for everyone, but with a well-built itinerary, Peru can become a memorable outdoor trip.
5 days across high-altitude passes, valleys and mountain forest to the Machu Picchu area. Requires good preparation and acclimatization.
Book guides, overnight stays and transportation in advance when the route crosses areas with limited capacity.
Day excursions are the most flexible solution for those who want to hike without giving up a comfortable hotel and a variable schedule.
Choose trails with different difficulty levels so you can adapt the plan to the weather and your energy.
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Beyond the most famous routes, the Sacred Valley and Andean roads, Lake Titicaca and other regions offer lesser-known hikes with very different landscapes and settings.
In many areas, a local guide improves safety, reading of the terrain and the overall quality of the experience.
Discover trekking and volcanoes in southern Peru →Consider distance, elevation gain, altitude, terrain, required self-sufficiency and the possibility of changing plans. Duration in hours alone isn't enough to gauge difficulty.
If you're unsure, start with day hikes and gradually increase effort and altitude.
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5–6 days around the Ausangate massif, with lagoons and high passes. A more remote itinerary for experienced hikers.
Learn more about the Ausangate Trek →We help you choose the trails, season, guides, overnight stays and difficulty level that fit you best.
Contact us for adviceOptions worth considering include the Salkantay Trek and the Ausangate Trek, as well as day hikes in the Cordillera Blanca and around Lake Titicaca. The Salkantay in particular is a less crowded alternative to the famous Inca Trail.
Not for every route. Difficulty depends on elevation gain, altitude, terrain, duration and required self-sufficiency: options range from easy to very demanding, with several treks exceeding 4,500 meters in altitude.
It depends on the trail and the region. In remote areas, at altitude or with complex navigation, a local guide is strongly recommended: they know the weather, terrain conditions and support points along the Andean trails.
Practical guides to help you choose when to go, what to see, and how to build the itinerary that's right for you.
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