When choosing where to spend the first night of the Salkantay Trek, it helps to know what to expect. The Andean Eco Lodge Mamá Andrea Cabins offer simple accommodation designed for the high-altitude cold, right at the trek’s starting point. Here are the facilities and services in detail, so you know exactly what to expect.
Inside the cabins
Each cabin is made of wood with a thatched roof, enclosed and protected from the mountain weather. Inside, you will find beds with several warm blankets, designed to keep you warm during the high-altitude night. They are clean, cozy spaces with everything you need to rest well before the hike.
The style is rustic and in harmony with the surroundings, without luxuries, prioritizing the thermal comfort you need at nearly 3,850 m s. n. m.
Bathrooms and showers
It is important to know before you arrive: the bathroom is shared among guests. The showers have cold water, which is common in accommodations along this high section of the route, where energy to heat water is limited.
For this reason, it is best to come prepared and, if you prefer, use wet wipes for washing up. It is part of the authentic mountain experience offered by this lodge.
Common areas
The lodge has a garden and outdoor relaxation areas where you can unwind and enjoy the mountain surroundings. It also offers private parking for those arriving by vehicle.
The atmosphere is peaceful, with open spaces to admire the snow-capped Salkantay and the hills surrounding Soraypampa.
Included services
Your stay includes dinner and breakfast. After the journey to Soraypampa, a hot meal is especially welcome before the cold night. Vegetarian, vegan, or gluten-free breakfast options can also be arranged according to your needs.
Your stay includes:
- Wooden cabin with beds and warm blankets.
- Shared bathroom with cold-water showers.
- Dinner and breakfast.
- Access to the garden and relaxation areas.
- Private parking.
Where the facilities are located
All facilities are located in Soraypampa, at around 3,850 m s. n. m., at the starting point of the Salkantay Trek and about a 25-minute walk from Humantay Lake. It is a high-mountain area with views of the snow-capped Salkantay.
Frequently asked questions
Do the cabins have private bathrooms?
No. The bathroom is shared among lodge guests.
Is there hot water in the showers?
No. The showers have cold water, which is common in accommodations in this high section of the route.
Do the cabins have blankets for the cold?
Yes. Each cabin has beds and several warm blankets for the high-altitude night.
What common areas does the lodge have?
It has a garden, outdoor relaxation areas, and private parking.
Is food included?
The stay includes dinner and breakfast, with vegetarian, vegan, or gluten-free options available upon request.