Salkantay Clothing

Salkantay Trek to Machu Picchu Clothing

Weather conditions and the time of the year will largely affect what clothes you will need to use. Whatever time of year you hike; you will need to be prepared with wet weather clothing. Obviously there is much more chance of rain during the wet season (End October to Mid April) than during the dry season, but the weather on the Salkantay Trek to Machu Picchu can be unpredictable, and it is best to be prepared than wet. 

Long light clothing will protect you against biting insects on the Inca trail, but short clothing can be more comfortable. Should you choose short clothing make sure you apply plenty of insect repellent. Always have a jumper or something warm with you. High passes can often be cold, and when you stop for a break or lunch you can find that you get cold quite quickly.

Night Time Clothing for the Salkantay Trek to Machu Picchu

After your hard day of hiking you will need to be prepared for night time on the Salkantay Trek; once the sun sets on the trail the temperature drops quite dramatically, especially on the campsites at higher altitudes “first and second base camp”. Therefore, we recommend that you take gloves, Inca scarfs, thick jumpers and plenty of socks to keep you warm.