SALKANTAY TOUR - THE INCA TRAIL
7 Days / 6 Nights
SALKANTAY TOUR - THE INCA TRAIL 7 Days / 6 Nights
Aditional Especial Touches
Trip Details
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The Salkantay trek is incredibly popular and a customer favorite. This trek is filled with mountains vistas, a jungle-like forest, flora and fauna with a variety of magical ecosystems along the way. This trek is a magical dip into an enchanting forest of lush greenery. Along with a pristine Blue Lagoon experience with stunning views. Our Salkantay Trek tour spans over 5 days and 5 nights. Our tour of the salkantay is a one of a kind experience as we offer exclusive campsite experiences.
We are the only tour company in Peru who has a campsite located right by the ancient ruins of Llactapata. This site is fifteen minutes from Machu Picchu allowing travelers to enjoy dinner viewing the sunrise and sunset with Machu Picchu directly in the distance. No other tour comapny offers this experience when hiking the Salkantay making it special and one of a kind.
The initial trek will start BEFORE the official Day One hiking day, as travelers will need transporation to the campsite first. On afternoon one guides will transfer you to the Glass Cabanas campsite, a three hour drive. Here guests can settle to prepare for day one of hiking the next day.The Glass Cabanas on day one is an unforgettable glamping experience. These Cabanas overlook the snowcapped salkantay mountain range. The glass on the ceiling allows for crystal clear star-gazing of the southern hemisphere. A cozy and warm bed along with a nights sleep underneath the glistening of the Milky-Way.
At the Humantay Lake or Blue Lagoon we offer a crowd-free experience by arriving at 6AM early in the morning, just in time to also enjoy the sunrise. We are the only company that arrives this early to guarentee the location is secluded. Because of its popularity it often draws crowds, our company ensures travelers have a private experience. You´ll have a chance to touch the turquoise crystalline waters and pose for photos. With snow-capped Humantay glacial mountains in the background prepare for serene views.
Travelers will experience the Hobbit Houses on day two. These Hobbit houses are unique fairy like, ethereal and one of a kind housing. With private rooms and sleeping bags available. Greenery is endowed on the roofs with circular windows truly creating an other wordly and mystical dwelling. Accommodations here at this site include a hot shower, hot jacuzzi, and drinks available for purchase. If you are a friend of the fae, you will be happy to know we are the only company that visits these exceptionally magical and rare abodes.
The ancient Inca ruins of the Llactapata site is the main Inca site travelers will see before finally glimpsing Machu Picchu. We are proud to be the only company whose campsite is viewing distance of Machu Picchu and right next to these ancient Inca ruins, ensuring spectacular views. Visitors will have the perfect view of sunsets and pictures. On this day there will also be a visitation to a local organic coffee farm.
On Machu Picchu day rest assured the hotel in Aguas Calientes will hold your bags for you while visiting Machu Picchu. Once arrived your tour guide will take you to the citadel for lunch showcasing scenic views and photographs. This is also where travelers who have paid prior for a ticket to Huayna Picchu or Machu Picchu Mountain will have a chance to go on their tours of these regions. These tickets are seventy- five dollars and should be purchased before the trip in advance to ensure availability.
Highlights
Itinerary
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Day 1: Cusco –Marccoccasa – Sorapampa
Your Inca Trail or Salkantay Tour starts with your Salkantay Trek Tour Guide, Chef, and Porters picking you up from your hotel (Must be located in Cusco) at 4:30 a.m., and you will drive two and a half hours to the trailhead, Marccoccasa (3,300 meters). You will meet your horseman and horses, and have some time to prepare for the day and enjoy your breakfast. You will experience views of the Andes, lush green valleys, and beautiful waterfalls. Today will be moderate in difficulty, but one of the longer days of hiking. There will be a gradual uphill climb lasting about three and a half hours until lunch. After lunch, the hike will be less of an incline and more relaxed walk.
The views along the Salkantay vs Inca Trail change drastically as you go. The trailhead is all green, lush valleys, but in the afternoon, you will be right at the foot of the Humantay snow-capped mountain. You will also experience a temperature drop from warm to cold. Be sure to have your warm jacket, and gloves in your daypack for the cold afternoon. After arriving at the Soyapamapa campsite (3,800 meters), your team will welcome you and provided warm drinks and dinner.
Elevation: From 2,900 to 3,800 m
Walking Distance: 11 km / 6.8 miles
Considered: Moderate
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Day 2: Sorapampa – Humantay Lake – Ichupata
You will be woken up with hot drinks and breakfast to prepare for the Salkantay Tour. After you prepare for the day, we will show you the alpines micro-climate, and amazing views of the high glacier peaks. They are considered to be the highest peaks around Cusco and the father of the other mountains by many Andean people (Apus means God). You will begin a two-hour climb to the most beautiful blue lake, located at the bottom of Humantay glacier mountain. It’s believed that the Incas used to hold celebration ceremonies for the God of water and the Apus, that surround this peaceful place.
You will then begin your return to the main trail and continue towards your lunch spot at Salkantay Pampa. It will be time to depart from the Humantay peak and enjoy the views of a higher mountain, Salkantay Mountain (6,215 m). You will arrive here around 1 p.m.and enjoy lunch. After lunch, we will have a two hour, steep climb to our second campsite, at Ichupata or Pampa Japonesa (4,200 m). Today will be a cold day of hiking, so be sure to have your jacket, warm hat, sunglasses, and gloves in your day pack. At the campsite, you will be welcomed by your porters to enjoy hot drinks and dinner. Tonight is the perfect night to spot the constellations and the views of Salkantay peak. This site is the closest camp to Salkantay, so it may be possible to hear some avalanches. However, do not let this scare you since they are not close to us. This campsite is the highest, so it should be a cold night, close to zero degrees Celsius.
Elevation: 3,500 – 4,300 meters
Distance: 13 km / 8 miles
Considered: Moderate to difficult
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Day 3: Ichupata – Inca Chiriasca Pass – Inca Canal
After tea and breakfast, it will be time to embark on the most challenging, yet rewarding hike, to date. Your guide will lead you up the Inca Chiriasca pass (5,000 meters high), at a steady pace to see the marvelous views of the glacier mountains. Once you have reached the top, there will be hot coca tea, view of the valley and lakes, and even birds like condors and falcons.
Following, you will start descending, or you may take an optional hike to a glacier, which only takes 30 minutes. Afterward, we will continue trekking to your lunch spot, where your porters will be waiting with the traditional hot tea and delicious lunch. For the rest of the day, you will walk downhill, through lush green valleys and winding streams, before reaching your campsite, in a little village of 10 families.
Elevation: 4,300 – 5,000 meters, then to 37,500 meters
Distance: 14 km / 8.6 miles
Considered: Difficult
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Day 4: Inca Canal – Pauccar Cancha – Wayllabamba – Ayapata
This day will give you a rare glimpse into the past as you wander through hillside paths, used by traditional Peruvian farmers, living the same way since the time of the Incas. Then, you will arrive at the famous Inca ruins, where your tour guide will provide you with some background on the Incas. After the ruins, your tour guide will point out new and different vegetation, as you move into the high, jungle micro-climate.
Finally, you will reach the classic Inca Trail, where your porters will serve you lunch. The afternoon’s hike will be all uphill until we reach our campsite. Be sure you have your camera ready, with fully charged batteries, as you never want to miss this opportunity to capture the magnificent views of the mountains and enchanting natural waterfalls in the cloud forest.
Elevation: 3,750 – 3,000 meters, then to 3,300 meters
Distance: 14 km / 8.6 miles
Considered: Moderate to difficult
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Day 5: Ayapata – Warmi Wañusca- Chaquicocha
Today will be the longest but most breathtaking day of the Salkantay Tour, with it including the Inca ruins and the cloud forest. After an early breakfast, we will start with a two-hour climb uphill in the Puna area. The Andean Ichu is a dry place with little vegetation, but you can see llamas here. When we reach the peak of Dead Women´s Pass (4,200 meters high), you will have some time to rest and enjoy the glacier peaks and spectacular mountains, nearby. Afterward, we will start descending on the rock-paved trail towards our lunch spot. Along the way, you will be able to observe Orchids and other flowers.
Please try to walk slow and be cautious of nature. This section is a perfect spot to watch hummingbirds. After lunch, we will begin climbing uphill for two hours to reach the second peak. Halfway through your journey, you will visit the Inca ruins, called Runcu Raccay.
This place has been said to function as a watchtower from its oval shape and position overlooking the valley. After crossing over the second peak (4,000 meters high), we will start descending for one hour to the lake called Yanaccoha, where the Incas organized ceremonies for the Goodness of the water. Then, you will arrive at the famous cloud forest and also one of the most beautiful Incan ruins called Sayacmarca. Sayacmarca is where you can observe the original Inca houses, water fountains, water channels, and the most spectacular views of the valley.
After the ruins, it will take you about 30 more minutes to reach our campsite, called Chaquicocha. Once again, you will have an opportunity to see different types of flora and fauna since you will be in the high jungle.
Elevation: 3,300 – 4,200 meters (the pass), 3,600 meters (the lunch) and again, 4,000 meters (the pass), 3,600 meters (the camp)
Distance: 16 km / 9.9 miles
Considered: Difficult
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Day 6: Chaquicocha – Phuyupatamarca – Wiñay Wayna
Today is the most relaxed day of the Salkantay tour. In the morning, you will have views of the surrounding Andes Mountains, and the Pumassillo mountain glacier peaks. There will only be about five hours hiking, including the three Inca ruins on the way to our campsite. The first ruins are called Phuyupatamarca (cloud level-town) and are two hours from the campsite. It is impressive to observe the lovely platform and houses where the Incan nobles studied astronomy. The second set of ruins are on the hillside among terraces. It was perhaps an Incan agricultural experiment station.
You will also have views of the sacred valley, and the river of Urubamba. Finally, you will reach the last campsite, called Wiñay Wayna (2,600 meters), where you will leave your day packs and walk for five minutes to reach the most beautiful Incan ruins, along the Inca Trail to Machu Picchu. This place is close to a village where you can enjoy the beauty of the water channels, terraces, and temples, and learn about the religious ceremonies that used to occur here.
After lunch, you will have an opportunity to take a hot shower, followed by a free afternoon to explore the most beautiful Inca site, Wiñay Wayna. Later in the afternoon will be your last happy hour and dinner, topped with a small presentation from your porters to say a final goodbye. They will head back to Cusco the next day, while you continue your journey to Machu Picchu.
Elevation: 3,600- 2,600 meters
Distance: 10 km / 6.2 miles
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Day 7: Wiñay Wayna – Machu Picchu – Cusco
Today is the most important day of your Salkantay Tour, as you will wake up earlier than usual. After breakfast, you will walk two more hours to Machu Picchu, where you will pass through the Sun Gate to experience some spectacular views of the stunning mountains, valleys, rivers, and the Incan ruins. Once you arrive, your tour guide will inform you about Machu Picchu for two hours. After, you will have time to explore by yourself. When you are ready to make your way back to Aguas Calientes, there will be buses that depart regularly. This bus is about 30 minutes. After spending time in the town of Aguas Calientes, you will need to be at the train station 30 minutes before our train departs back to Cusco.
Walking Distance: 5 km /3 miles
Note: Before the government enforced the new legislation about protecting the Inca Trail, horses were the main transport to carry equipment from the trail head to Wayllabamba. Since they banned the horses, we have replaced them with out porters (on the Classic Inca Trail). You will have the same tour guide and cook throughout your tour. All meals are prepared on site, so that you will always have fresh food.
Inclusions
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Included
- Professional Guides: All of our Salkantay Tour guides studied English and tourism at Cusco National University. They all grew up in the Cusco region, and are committed to teaching others about their heritage. They are fun yet professional and will ensure you are safe and happy.
- Permits: As soon as we receive your details and your Salkantay Tour deposit, we will purchase your permits (pending availability, check our Inca Trail Availability). These permits are for a specific date and in your name. They can´t be changed once confirmed. Only your passport number is allowed to be updated. The permit includes an entrance to Machu Picchu.
- Briefing: The night before your Salkantay Tour, you will come to our office for your briefing. You will receive your duffel bag that will stay with your porters, while you hike. This bag should not exceed 7kg/14 lbs and does need to include your sleeping bag and air mattress.
- Porters: We include a personal porter, who is responsible for carrying your duffel bag. There is no additional fee for this. You will not have access to your duffel bag until your evening campsite.
- Transportation: You will have transportation included in this trek. You will be picked up directly from your hotel around 4 a.m. and brought to the trailhead, Marccoccasa (3,300 meters). Also included will be the Expedition Train from Aguas Calientes. You may also upgrade to the Vistadome Train for $75 per person. Once you arrive at the train station, we will take you back to your hotel in Cusco. Additionally, your round trip bus ticket from Aguas Calientes to Machu Picchu will be included.
- Equipment: Alpaca Expeditions has the best equipment. We use Eureka Timberline 4 tents that are shared by only two people. You will have a spacious dining tent to enjoy your meals in.
- Food: The Alpaca Expeditions chefs cook delicious meals that many previous trekkers have loved. We honor all food restrictions, so be sure to add any that you have on your booking form and let your guide know at your briefing. Food is typically all served family-style.
- You will enjoy breakfast, lunch, and dinner each day for the trek along with a happy hour of tea and snacks. A snack will be provided each morning for you to enjoy along the hike. Your last meal with your chef will be after breakfast on day four. Lunch the last day is not included.
- Water: Beginning from your first lunch until your last breakfast, Alpaca Expeditions will supply all the water needed. This water is boiled, filtered, and then cooled before distributing. You must bring your water bottles and or camelback. We recommend carrying about 3L worth. You will be able to refill your water at each meal.
- First Aid: Every Alpaca Expeditions guide has received training in first aid from a physician. We conduct mandatory training sessions every February, which every single Alpaca tour guide must attend. Your tour guide will always have a first-aid kit for basic medical problems (traveler’s diarrhea, cuts, scrapes, etc.) and oxygen. We will get you off the trail as quickly and comfortably as possible, if needed, and ensure you get directly to a clinic for treatment.
- Extras: We believe it´s the attention to small details that separates us from other tour companies. Every trekker receives a small pillow to sleep with, a foam mattress for insulation, a day pack cover to protect their things while hiking, and a rain poncho. We will work hard to create your best vacation.
- Satellite Phones: Our top priority will always be the safety of our clients and our team. While all our guides are prepared and trained to deal with most issues clients have on the mountain. Being a phone call away from any doctor, hospital, or friend helps everyone feel assured that they are safe. Radios, which all our guides have, are limited in how far they can reach, so Alpaca Expeditions has added Satellite Phones to every trek. Every guide will have a fully charged phone that can be used anywhere on the mountain to connect us anywhere in the world. And they can be used by our clients for non-emergencies as well. While they are not cheap to use, they are available just in case you need to check in on the puppy you left at home with grandma.
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Not Included
- Rentals: Every trekker needs a sleeping bag when camping. Inflatable air mattresses and walking sticks (with rubber tips) are optional but encouraged. If you don’t want to bring any of the above, they are all available for rent:
Sleeping Bag: $35
Inflatable Air Mattress: $30
Walking Sticks (Pair): $30 - Huayna Picchu: Huayna Picchu is the mountain that stands next to Machu Picchu. It is a 45-minute hike to the top. Going back down is quite steep if you are scared of heights. You would do this after your tour of Machu Picchu. The cost is $75. Arrangements need to be made at least one month in advance due to popularity. Please understand that the weather is out of our control.
- Rentals: Every trekker needs a sleeping bag when camping. Inflatable air mattresses and walking sticks (with rubber tips) are optional but encouraged. If you don’t want to bring any of the above, they are all available for rent:
Price
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We can depart any day of the week, as long as permits are available. Please remember, permits are needed for your fourth day.
- $1,150 Per person
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Student Discount
- $35 off per person
Student discounts apply to anyone who has a valid UNIVERSITY STUDENT CARD at the time of the trek or who is 17-years-old or younger. For those using a University Student Card our under 17-years-old, we need to see a copy of their card or passport at the time of booking to receive the discount.
Please send all to info@alpacaexpeditions.com.
More Information about STUDENT CARD
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Additional Item
As you see in our Additional Options for several optional upgrades you can include in this trip. Below is a quick list of prices:
Huayna Picchu: $75 per person
Vistadome Train (one way): $75 per person
Travel Info
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Getting to Cusco
The airport in Cusco currently is only for domestic flights, so all international travelers by plane must disembark in Lima and go through Customs. Even if your flight to Cusco is the same day by the same airline carrier, you must grab your bags in Lima and then check them back in.
The best way to get to Cusco is by air, and there are several options in airlines. LAN tends to be the most expensive but has the most options and flights. Expect delays or flight cancellations. Due to the high altitude of Cusco, it tends to be difficult to land, and any acclimate weather will stop air traffic. Bus travel is always available, and while the trip can be long, especially from Lima, the buses in Peru are very well maintained and comfortable. This option is strongly encouraged if coming from a city closer to Cusco, like Puno. Lima buses will take about 20 hours to arrive.
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Luggage Storage
Any extra luggage you have with you can be left safely in Cusco at either your hotel or with us at the Alpaca Expeditions while you trek. We will store your luggage on the morning of your trek and return it once you are back in Cusco. Make sure your bags have tags on them, so they are easy to locate.
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Altitude
As soon as people book their trip to Peru, specifically Cusco, they start wondering about altitude sickness. The air at high altitudes contains less oxygen than at sea level and forces your body to work harder to get the oxygen it needs. Over several days at high altitude, your body adjusts to the lower amount of oxygen in the air. For this reason, we always recommend spending at least two days in Cusco before beginning any trek in the Andes. Cusco is a marvelous city with lots to do, so if you have more time to acclimate, you won´t be bored.
With altitude sickness, you may first feel like you have the flu or a hangover. You may have a headache, tiredness, loss of appetite, nausea or vomiting, dizziness, trouble sleeping, trouble breathing during exercise. If any of these effects become severe, please contact our office, and we will help you get to a doctor.
Most of the time, these symptoms will be mild. We always recommend easing into activity slowly, allowing your body to adjust. Drink plenty of fluids such as water or coca tea. Coca tea has been used since ancient times to help prevent altitude sickness. Leaves from the Coca Plant contain alkaloids that help bring oxygen into your blood, helping your body avoid the effects of altitude sickness. Avoid drinking a lot of alcohol and coffee, since they will cause you to urinate more often and become dehydrated. Avoid smoking. Smoking makes it more difficult for your body to get oxygen. Avoid sleeping pills. They may cause shallow breathing at night, making it more difficult for your body to absorb oxygen while you sleep.Remember, the trek to Machu Picchu is not a race. Even those in the best shape will suffer from altitude sickness if they race to the top of the mountain too quickly. Go slow, and it will give your body time to adjust to the elevation. Your healthcare provider may prescribe medication such as Acetazolamide and Dexamethasone to help prevent altitude sickness. Start the medicine two days before you get to high altitude, and continue to take it while you are at high altitude. You must remember that this is your holiday and you do not want to stress out about the possibility of getting sick from the mountains. Do everything slowly and drink lots of water, and enjoy the coca tea. If anything does happen and you, unfortunately, get sick, let your guide know right away. Alpaca Expedition guides are trained to help you get through it.
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Weather
Of course, the weather is unpredictable. Typically the dry season in Cusco is from April through October, but this does not stop rain from falling in June or the sun from coming out in December, so just be prepared. No matter what month you are doing the trek, make sure that you have rain gear that includes a waterproof jacket, pants, poncho, and waterproof gloves. Many people forget about gloves, but being cold and wet makes hiking very unpleasant.
Also, be ready for four seasons. Treks in the Andes involve various microclimates, and you will need to be prepared for each one. Layers are always key since they are easy to adjust to different temperature changes. Be prepared with a warm packable down jacket since the evening will be cold.
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First Aid
Every Alpaca Expeditions guide has received training in first aid from a physician. We conduct mandatory training every February, and every single Alpaca guide attends. When guiding you, they will have with them a first aid kit for basic medical situations (traveler’s diarrhea, cuts, scrapes, etc.) and oxygen. They will take good care of you.
In case something unexpected happens, and you feel you can no longer complete the trek, they will figure out the safest and quickest way off the trail and to a clinic. You will never be left alone; you will have a member of the team escort you every step of the way until safely with a doctor. When you are feeling up to it, we will make sure that you still have the chance to visit Machu Picchu and re-connect with your group. This way, you can finish your trip, traveling by train comfortably.
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Travel Insurance
To protect your travel investment, we highly recommend the purchase of travel insurance. Getting travel insurance before you leave home is strongly encouraged and very easy. We work with a great agency in the United States, that has helped to make it easy and affordable. What an excellent way to protect yourself while you are visiting Peru.
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Environmental Impact
Alpaca Expeditions uses biodegradable soap and transports all our garbage back to Cusco. Our porters are trained to look after the trail and pick up any waste from other groups as well. We also use environmentally-friendly portable chemical toilets that allow us to carry waste out. We believe in leaving no footprint behind.
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Community
Alpaca Expeditions is proud of the work we do for our community, as this is the main focus of our company. We have worked with villages directly to help supply them with the needs their families were missing. We have supported local schools by giving them computers and books. Alpaca Expeditions also sponsors a teacher at the village where most of our porters come from and ensures their children have the best opportunity for education.
We buy all our food from local farmers and markets and serve the freshest ingredients. We provide English classes for all our team: guides, porters, chefs, and drivers. We are also building a house for our porters. By giving them a safe and comfortable place to stay before and after our treks, they no longer need to sleep on the floor at a friend’s house.
And twice every year we bring our porters and their families to Machu Picchu. The men and women who work tirelessly have never visited the Lost Citadel of the Incas. So that makes this trip our favorite to-do. It is an honor to show them this place.
We are always looking to do more and for partners. Please let us know about your ideas, and we will work to help.
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Personal Porter Included
All of our camping treks include porters, who are responsible for carrying and setting up all equipment. They will additionally carry the duffel bag you receive at your briefing the night before your trek. Each duffel bag can not exceed 7kg/14lbs and must include your sleeping bag and air mat. Alpaca Expeditions gives each porter a proper uniform, salary, and insurance. They are the backbone of our company.
Packing List
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ESSENTIALS
- Passport
- Valid, STUDENT CARD (if you booked as a student)
- Immigration Card (given on the plane as you enter Peru)
- Good daypack (the smaller, the better)
- Water storage: Water reservoir like Camelbaks are encouraged – but enough for at least 2-3 liters.
- Comfortable hiking boots (lightweight with good soles)
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FOR YOUR DUFFEL
Porters will carry up to 7 kg of your personal items. This must include your sleeping bag and air matt (if you bring/rent one). From us these two items weigh 3.5 kg.
- 4-5 wicking t-shirts
- 3-4 hiking pants
- 7 sets of undergarments.
- 7 sets of hiking socks
- 1 Fleece
- 1 Warm, down jacket: gets very cold at night
- 1 Rain jacket and pants
- 1 sun hat
- 1 wool hat
- Headlamp: essential
- Waterproof gloves (even if they are ski gloves, take them)
- Comfortable shoes for camp
- Walking boots
- Quickdry towel. We provide small ones, you might enjoy something a little larger.
- Small bottle of soap: we provide warm water each day to clean – might make you feel fresh if you had a little soap.
- Battery Charger: There is no place to plug in while trekking!
- Large plastic bags: to help organize and keep clean from dirty.
- Sleeping bag: Recommend down bags for -10C at least
- Earplugs
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TOILETRIES
- Sunscreen
- Face moisturizer
- Bug spray
- Handsanitizer
- Wet wipes
- Toothbrush and paste
- Toiletpaper
- Personal medication
- First aid kit: band aids, moleskin, etc.
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INSIDE YOUR DAYPACKS
Daypacks can be any size for hiking, but we always recommend the smaller, the better. Inside Machu Picchu, no bag larger than 25L will be allowed in. If larger, you will need to store outside citadel gates. Some items are listed above and can be a personal choice if you want in daypack or duffel.
- Water: we supply clean water at each meal. You are responsible for your first morning of water only as we won’t have time to filter water until your first lunch.
- Sunhat
- Rain gear
- Fleece
- Camera
- Music (IPhone)
- Handsanitizer
- Toilet paper and small plastic bag for waste
- Extra Money for Souvenirs, Drinks & Tips
Salkantay Trek + Inca Trail 7D/6N
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TuesdayOct 03, 2023MondayOct 09, 2023Adult: USD$ 1,150Student: USD$ 1,115
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WednesdayOct 04, 2023TuesdayOct 10, 2023Adult: USD$ 1,150Student: USD$ 1,115
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ThursdayOct 05, 2023WednesdayOct 11, 2023Adult: USD$ 1,150Student: USD$ 1,115
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FridayOct 06, 2023ThursdayOct 12, 2023Adult: USD$ 1,150Student: USD$ 1,115
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SaturdayOct 07, 2023FridayOct 13, 2023Adult: USD$ 1,150Student: USD$ 1,115
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SundayOct 08, 2023SaturdayOct 14, 2023Adult: USD$ 1,150Student: USD$ 1,115
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MondayOct 09, 2023SundayOct 15, 2023Adult: USD$ 1,150Student: USD$ 1,115
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TuesdayOct 10, 2023MondayOct 16, 2023Adult: USD$ 1,150Student: USD$ 1,115
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WednesdayOct 11, 2023TuesdayOct 17, 2023Adult: USD$ 1,150Student: USD$ 1,115
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ThursdayOct 12, 2023WednesdayOct 18, 2023Adult: USD$ 1,150Student: USD$ 1,115
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FridayOct 13, 2023ThursdayOct 19, 2023Adult: USD$ 1,150Student: USD$ 1,115
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SaturdayOct 14, 2023FridayOct 20, 2023Adult: USD$ 1,150Student: USD$ 1,115
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SundayOct 15, 2023SaturdayOct 21, 2023Adult: USD$ 1,150Student: USD$ 1,115
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MondayOct 16, 2023SundayOct 22, 2023Adult: USD$ 1,150Student: USD$ 1,115
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TuesdayOct 17, 2023MondayOct 23, 2023Adult: USD$ 1,150Student: USD$ 1,115
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WednesdayOct 18, 2023TuesdayOct 24, 2023Adult: USD$ 1,150Student: USD$ 1,115
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ThursdayOct 19, 2023WednesdayOct 25, 2023Adult: USD$ 1,150Student: USD$ 1,115
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FridayOct 20, 2023ThursdayOct 26, 2023Adult: USD$ 1,150Student: USD$ 1,115
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SaturdayOct 21, 2023FridayOct 27, 2023Adult: USD$ 1,150Student: USD$ 1,115
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SundayOct 22, 2023SaturdayOct 28, 2023Adult: USD$ 1,150Student: USD$ 1,115
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MondayOct 23, 2023SundayOct 29, 2023Adult: USD$ 1,150Student: USD$ 1,115
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TuesdayOct 24, 2023MondayOct 30, 2023Adult: USD$ 1,150Student: USD$ 1,115
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WednesdayOct 25, 2023TuesdayOct 31, 2023Adult: USD$ 1,150Student: USD$ 1,115
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ThursdayOct 26, 2023WednesdayNov 01, 2023Adult: USD$ 1,150Student: USD$ 1,115
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FridayOct 27, 2023ThursdayNov 02, 2023Adult: USD$ 1,150Student: USD$ 1,115
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SaturdayOct 28, 2023FridayNov 03, 2023Adult: USD$ 1,150Student: USD$ 1,115
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SundayOct 29, 2023SaturdayNov 04, 2023Adult: USD$ 1,150Student: USD$ 1,115
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MondayOct 30, 2023SundayNov 05, 2023Adult: USD$ 1,150Student: USD$ 1,115
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TuesdayOct 31, 2023MondayNov 06, 2023Adult: USD$ 1,150Student: USD$ 1,115
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WednesdayNov 01, 2023TuesdayNov 07, 2023Adult: USD$ 1,150Student: USD$ 1,115
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ThursdayNov 02, 2023WednesdayNov 08, 2023Adult: USD$ 1,150Student: USD$ 1,115
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FridayNov 03, 2023ThursdayNov 09, 2023Adult: USD$ 1,150Student: USD$ 1,115
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SaturdayNov 04, 2023FridayNov 10, 2023Adult: USD$ 1,150Student: USD$ 1,115
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SundayNov 05, 2023SaturdayNov 11, 2023Adult: USD$ 1,150Student: USD$ 1,115
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MondayNov 06, 2023SundayNov 12, 2023Adult: USD$ 1,150Student: USD$ 1,115
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TuesdayNov 07, 2023MondayNov 13, 2023Adult: USD$ 1,150Student: USD$ 1,115
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WednesdayNov 08, 2023TuesdayNov 14, 2023Adult: USD$ 1,150Student: USD$ 1,115
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ThursdayNov 09, 2023WednesdayNov 15, 2023Adult: USD$ 1,150Student: USD$ 1,115
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FridayNov 10, 2023ThursdayNov 16, 2023Adult: USD$ 1,150Student: USD$ 1,115
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SaturdayNov 11, 2023FridayNov 17, 2023Adult: USD$ 1,150Student: USD$ 1,115
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SundayNov 12, 2023SaturdayNov 18, 2023Adult: USD$ 1,150Student: USD$ 1,115
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MondayNov 13, 2023SundayNov 19, 2023Adult: USD$ 1,150Student: USD$ 1,115
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TuesdayNov 14, 2023MondayNov 20, 2023Adult: USD$ 1,150Student: USD$ 1,115
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WednesdayNov 15, 2023TuesdayNov 21, 2023Adult: USD$ 1,150Student: USD$ 1,115
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ThursdayNov 16, 2023WednesdayNov 22, 2023Adult: USD$ 1,150Student: USD$ 1,115
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FridayNov 17, 2023ThursdayNov 23, 2023Adult: USD$ 1,150Student: USD$ 1,115
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SaturdayNov 18, 2023FridayNov 24, 2023Adult: USD$ 1,150Student: USD$ 1,115
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SundayNov 19, 2023SaturdayNov 25, 2023Adult: USD$ 1,150Student: USD$ 1,115
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MondayNov 20, 2023SundayNov 26, 2023Adult: USD$ 1,150Student: USD$ 1,115
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TuesdayNov 21, 2023MondayNov 27, 2023Adult: USD$ 1,150Student: USD$ 1,115
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WednesdayNov 22, 2023TuesdayNov 28, 2023Adult: USD$ 1,150Student: USD$ 1,115
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ThursdayNov 23, 2023WednesdayNov 29, 2023Adult: USD$ 1,150Student: USD$ 1,115
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FridayNov 24, 2023ThursdayNov 30, 2023Adult: USD$ 1,150Student: USD$ 1,115
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SaturdayNov 25, 2023FridayDec 01, 2023Adult: USD$ 1,150Student: USD$ 1,115
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SundayNov 26, 2023SaturdayDec 02, 2023Adult: USD$ 1,150Student: USD$ 1,115
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MondayNov 27, 2023SundayDec 03, 2023Adult: USD$ 1,150Student: USD$ 1,115
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TuesdayNov 28, 2023MondayDec 04, 2023Adult: USD$ 1,150Student: USD$ 1,115
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WednesdayNov 29, 2023TuesdayDec 05, 2023Adult: USD$ 1,150Student: USD$ 1,115
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ThursdayNov 30, 2023WednesdayDec 06, 2023Adult: USD$ 1,150Student: USD$ 1,115
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FridayDec 01, 2023ThursdayDec 07, 2023Adult: USD$ 1,150Student: USD$ 1,115
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SaturdayDec 02, 2023FridayDec 08, 2023Adult: USD$ 1,150Student: USD$ 1,115
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SundayDec 03, 2023SaturdayDec 09, 2023Adult: USD$ 1,150Student: USD$ 1,115
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MondayDec 04, 2023SundayDec 10, 2023Adult: USD$ 1,150Student: USD$ 1,115
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TuesdayDec 05, 2023MondayDec 11, 2023Adult: USD$ 1,150Student: USD$ 1,115
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WednesdayDec 06, 2023TuesdayDec 12, 2023Adult: USD$ 1,150Student: USD$ 1,115
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ThursdayDec 07, 2023WednesdayDec 13, 2023Adult: USD$ 1,150Student: USD$ 1,115
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FridayDec 08, 2023ThursdayDec 14, 2023Adult: USD$ 1,150Student: USD$ 1,115
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SaturdayDec 09, 2023FridayDec 15, 2023Adult: USD$ 1,150Student: USD$ 1,115
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SundayDec 10, 2023SaturdayDec 16, 2023Adult: USD$ 1,150Student: USD$ 1,115
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MondayDec 11, 2023SundayDec 17, 2023Adult: USD$ 1,150Student: USD$ 1,115
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TuesdayDec 12, 2023MondayDec 18, 2023Adult: USD$ 1,150Student: USD$ 1,115
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WednesdayDec 13, 2023TuesdayDec 19, 2023Adult: USD$ 1,150Student: USD$ 1,115
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ThursdayDec 14, 2023WednesdayDec 20, 2023Adult: USD$ 1,150Student: USD$ 1,115
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FridayDec 15, 2023ThursdayDec 21, 2023Adult: USD$ 1,150Student: USD$ 1,115
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SaturdayDec 16, 2023FridayDec 22, 2023Adult: USD$ 1,150Student: USD$ 1,115
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SundayDec 17, 2023SaturdayDec 23, 2023Adult: USD$ 1,150Student: USD$ 1,115
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MondayDec 18, 2023SundayDec 24, 2023Adult: USD$ 1,150Student: USD$ 1,115
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TuesdayDec 19, 2023MondayDec 25, 2023Adult: USD$ 1,150Student: USD$ 1,115
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WednesdayDec 20, 2023TuesdayDec 26, 2023Adult: USD$ 1,150Student: USD$ 1,115
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ThursdayDec 21, 2023WednesdayDec 27, 2023Adult: USD$ 1,150Student: USD$ 1,115
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FridayDec 22, 2023ThursdayDec 28, 2023Adult: USD$ 1,150Student: USD$ 1,115
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SaturdayDec 23, 2023FridayDec 29, 2023Adult: USD$ 1,150Student: USD$ 1,115
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SundayDec 24, 2023SaturdayDec 30, 2023Adult: USD$ 1,150Student: USD$ 1,115
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MondayDec 25, 2023SundayDec 31, 2023Adult: USD$ 1,150Student: USD$ 1,115
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TuesdayDec 26, 2023MondayJan 01, 2024Adult: USD$ 1,150Student: USD$ 1,115
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WednesdayDec 27, 2023TuesdayJan 02, 2024Adult: USD$ 1,150Student: USD$ 1,115
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ThursdayDec 28, 2023WednesdayJan 03, 2024Adult: USD$ 1,150Student: USD$ 1,115
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FridayDec 29, 2023ThursdayJan 04, 2024Adult: USD$ 1,150Student: USD$ 1,115
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SaturdayDec 30, 2023FridayJan 05, 2024Adult: USD$ 1,150Student: USD$ 1,115
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SundayDec 31, 2023SaturdayJan 06, 2024Adult: USD$ 1,150Student: USD$ 1,115
The Alpaca Difference
Alpaca Expeditions is a 100% peruvian, indigenous owned company. Started by Raul Ccolque, a former porter and tour guide, Alpaca Expeditions separates ourselves by our dedication to both our customer and our team. We work very hard to make sure that all our clients needs are taken care of throughout the tour with us. At the same time, we never forget about our brothers and sisters working tirelessly for us to make all of this possible. Responsible and sustainable tourism that gives as much to our community as to our clients.
Meet the AE Trekking Team!
Everyone on the Alpaca Team is from Cusco region, living the traditions and history they share with you while on one of our tours. Our guides are all graduates of university studying tourism, history and english. Our chefs are trained every February by a professional cooking team learning new meals, adding varieties of entrees for all types of eating. And all our porters are from HUARQUI, HUACAHUASI, PATACANCHA, QUISWARANI, CANCHACANCHA, QUEYUPAY, UMACHURCO and CCACCACCOLLO villages, very often working this job on top of maining their farms back at home. Most of our team has been with us for years, as we have the most loyal, hard working, happy employees in Cusco. We know how lucky we are to have the best team trekking and you will immediately fall in love with all the men and women who call Alpaca Expeditions their home.
AE súper porters
Our Porters represent the Peruvian people, both men, and women who are at the heart of our...
Equality Matters
Alpaca Expeditions aims to promote gender equality and empower women, hiring first Peru Wo...
Our Guides
Travelling and trekking along the mountains is one of the best activities in the World. Co...
Our Chefs
Trekking along the mountain on your way to conquer Machu Picchu is a once in a lifetime ex...
What do we do for our porters?
Alpaca Expeditions would not be where we are today without these hardworking men and women. We could not imagine a harder job and our team does it smiling. We do our best to thank them for their hard work and loyalty by doing as much as we can to make their lives and their families lives better. All our porters receive all their equipment for free from warm winter hats to proper hiking boots. They sleep in proper tents and are given warm sleeping bags for night. They enjoy the same food we serve our clients and all leftovers are donated to their families. We visit their villages with doctors and dentists, donate school supplies and sports equipment. And our favorite time of the year is when we bring a group of porters and their families to Machu Picchu to visit the ruins for the first time.
AE súper porters
Our Porters represent the Peruvian people, both men, and women who are at the heart of our company. It is not possible to ...
Equality Matters
Alpaca Expeditions aims to promote gender equality and empower women, hiring first Peru Women as Porters opening the door ...
Free Medical Assistance to Porters
In 2019, we hired our first Alpaca Expeditions Medical Doctor to help tend to our guides, drivers, chefs…
Our Porter’s bus
We treat our porters with the same dignity and respect as we do our clients. Just as our clients enjoy our…
Our Porter’s House
As we mentioned above, our Porters like many Peruvian people come from distant villages to work our treks…
Tents and Sleeping bags
Again, this is something unique that Alpaca Expeditions provides, and sad others are not doing. We supply…
Proper Equipment for our Porters
Every porter of ours receives proper equipment. That includes moisture-wicking long/short sleeve shirts…
Nutritious Meals for our Porters
A general comment from trekkers on an Alpaca Expeditions tour is that we serve too much food. Well…
Videos of our Porters
Extra information
Alpaca Expeditions is always ready to make your trip safe and as easy as possible for you. Because these trips are a bit more complicated than your typical tour, we have put together some notes on logistics, storage, and even recommendations on where to stay in Cusco. And of course our team is ready to answer any other question, as we promise to be your partner from the moment you first contact us to our last goodbye in Cusco.
Alpaca Expeditions Recognitions
ISO (International Organization for Standardization)
In the pursuit to stand out from the rest, Alpaca Expeditions has obtained four ISOs plus our carbon footprint certificate to date. These achievements result from our efforts to implement the internationally-recognized integrated management system. They also represent our commitment to all of our clients and staff of operating sustainability and responsibility in every way possible.