Located northwest of Cusco, Nevado de Salkantay, the cordillera's tallest peak, is at the eastern end of the chain and rises to 6271 meters above sea level. The name Salkantay means 'Savage Mountain' which may refer to the swirling clouds that rise up from the jungle lowlands and engulf the peak.
he trek is only a little more difficult than the Inca Trail, and horses can be used for the tour to carry food and equipment.http://www.salkantay-peru.com/ In the trek you will be surrounded with magnificent scenery and rarely see other groups of trekkers.
