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3 things that surprised us about the Salkantay Trek
Hi Reader, By the time you read this, you've hopefully had a chance to dig into the training guide and start dreaming about your own Salkantay Trek. Today, I wanted to share something a little different. After spending five days hiking to Machu Picchu, there were a few things that completely caught us off guard. 1. The hardest part wasn't what we expected.Before the trek, we were convinced altitude would be our biggest challenge. Don't get me wrong, the altitude is tough! But what surprised us most was how much the constant climbing and descending added up over five days. It's not just one big mountain. It's hours of hiking, day after day. That's exactly why we created the training guide around building endurance instead of just focusing on cardio. 2. Every day felt completely different.One of the coolest parts of the Salkantay Trek is how dramatically the scenery changes. We hiked through green valleys, stood beneath snow-covered peaks over 15,000 feet, crossed cloud forests, and finished in lush jungle before arriving at Machu Picchu. It honestly felt like hiking through several different countries in one trip. Looking back at our photos, it's hard to believe it all happened on the same trek! 3. It was even more rewarding than we imagined.We expected incredible scenery. What we didn't expect was how proud we'd feel reaching the end. There's something really special about earning your way to Machu Picchu. Every step makes arriving there that much more meaningful. It's one of those experiences that stays with you long after you've unpacked your backpack. If you're planning your trek and have a questions, just hit reply and we're happy to help! Whether you're wondering about training, packing, altitude, choosing a trekking company, or anything else, we'd love to help. This week on Fit Two Travel📖 Read our complete guide to hiking the 5-Day Salkantay Trek 🎒 Download the free Salkantay Trek Training Guide (if you haven't saved it already) 📱 Follow along on Instagram for trail videos, packing tips, and behind-the-scenes moments from Peru. Happy training, Tarah & Tip
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