

Last-minute booking available for the 5-day Salkantay Trek Lodge package.
Explore the full itinerary for Salkantay Trek Lodge 5 Day Last Minute Booking in Cusco, Peru. This hiking & trekking experience includes 11 stops over 5 days. Duration: 120 hours. Activity level: Moderate.

Our journey starts early between 4:00 and 5:00 a.m., when your guide will pick you up from your hotel in Cusco. Together, we’ll board a private tourist van and drive for about two hours along a winding mountain road. Along the way, you’ll see snow-covered peaks and beautiful valleys until we reach the town of Mollepata,

We’ll make a short stop in the charming village of Mollepata (2,900 m / 9,514 ft) for about 10 minutes to complete the check-in process and fill out the required form. During this break, you’ll also have the chance to use the restroom. Just a short walk away, the town’s main square invites you to explore local restaurants where you can enjoy an optional buffet breakfast or pick up any last-minute essentials before the real adventure begins.

Our task is to get the dazzling Turquoise Lake, a hidden gem at 4,200m (13,780 ft). From our cozy mountain lodge, we’ll hike 2.5 km (about 1.5–2 hours) along a scenic narrow trail framed by rugged Andean landscapes, sparse high-altitude vegetation, and towering snow-capped peaks. Reaching the turquoise waters feels like stepping into another world—serene, majestic, and unforgettable. Here, you’ll savor a fresh, healthy box lunch while your expert local guide shares the legends and history of this sacred place. Take your time to capture stunning photos before retracing your steps back to the lodge (1–1.5 hours). As evening falls, enjoy a warm, homemade dinner lovingly prepared by a local family at 6:30 pm, followed by a restful night in a comfortable bed.