Physical Preparation: The prior training Plan
Knowing that the Salkantay Trek is demanding is not enough; you need a clear plan to get in shape. Here we propose a training plan prior to the Salkantay trek, organized by weeks, with endurance exercises, leg strength, and practice hikes that you can adapt to your level.
Training plan for the Salkantay Trek, week by week
Follow the plan at your own pace; each week adds endurance and strength so you arrive at the Salkantay trek ready for the long climbs.
Quechua Words for the Salkantay Trek: Glossary
Salkantay means wild or untamable mountain. That is the starting point for this dictionary: over five days, you will hear words that explain the landscape,
Salkantay Trek Local Terms: Words You’ll Hear on the Trail
Your transport picks you up at five, but the guide says they’re leaving ahorita nomás. At the briefing, they talk about the duffel bag, the
Duffle Bag on the Inca Trail: Weight, Transport and What to Pack
At the checkpoint at kilometer 82, there is a scale where all loads are weighed before the group starts walking. It is not a symbolic
IMPORTANT
Train with the boots and backpack you will take to the Salkantay
Your training plan pays off more if you practice with the same gear you will use on the trek. Breaking in new boots on the Salkantay Trek is one of the most common causes of blisters and foot pain. Do your practice hikes with footwear that is already broken in and a loaded backpack, and lower the intensity in the final days before departure to arrive rested.