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 Rind1 
 
 
 
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An Unforgettable 4 Day Trek to Machu Picchu We can’t thank Carlos and his team enough for such an amazing experience. If you’re planning to do the Inca Trail, we’d definitely recommend Wayki Trek. Our guide was knowledgeable and friendly, and even when we hit some really bad weather, we always felt safe and well looked after. It was really important to us that the porters were treated well, and it was clear that the company genuinely cares about them. Everything was so well organised from start to finish, and we’ll always remember our four days trekking to Machu Picchu. Couldn’t recommend them enough!
  
 
  
 
 
 
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 Khalil E 
 
 
 
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Matchu Picchu trek (2d/1n) Very nice trek to Machu Picchu! The hike was well organized, and our guide was excellent. He shared lots of interesting information throughout the trek and made the experience even more enjoyable. Highly recommended!
  
 
  
 
 
 
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 Brice C 
 
 
 
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Trip of a lifetime on the Inca trail, supported by the absolute best Trek company ! Thank you to the Wayki Trek team for an amazing Inca Trail experience from beginning to end. The booking process was extremely efficient and reactive, with excellent preparation advice and friendly service. The trek experience itself was extremely professional and perfectly led by our guide Jose from beginning to end, and the possibility to hike with a small group made it much easier and enjoyable. Our guide's knowledge of Inca culture and history, as well as the ecosystems we crossed along the path, was truly incredible and his knowledge of the Inca trail itself was second to none (I particularly appreciated how we were advised to take breaks before the most challenging moments). The logistics team, from the porters to the chef, was friendly and very helpful. Everyone was extremely attentive and the food we were served on the trail was delicious and nothing short of a miracle considering the limited resources and facilities offered by some of the camp sites. It was the trip of a lifetime for us. Thank you again for an experience that surpassed all our expectations !
  
 
  
 
 
 
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 torialen 
 
 
 
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experience of a lifetime! Our group of 9 hiked the Lares + Inca trail 4d/3n with Wayki Trek in early June. We started planning our trip 9-months prior to our travel date and reserved our trail spots 7-months in advance. Working with Wayki Trek was easy - they were extremely responsive with all of our questions. We are so thankful to Americo for the time he spent helping us plan and prepare. Once on the trail, we were very fortunate to have José as our main guide. With more than 20 years of experience, José is truly the best: he is knowledgeable, encouraging, and patient. On Lares, we hiked for miles as the only ones on the trail surrounded by incredible Andes views. We are so thankful to the Huacahuasi and Patacancha communities for being so welcoming and sharing their culture with us. Once on the Inca Trail, it was much busier, but we were up early and out ahead of most other groups - José ensured that we got the best experience, photos, and information. Wayki Trek offers a private and personable experience. The “Explorer Friends” option meant we could limit our group to our travelers only. All of our meals along the trail were incredibly fresh and delicious. Thank you so much to the amazing chefs and porters that worked so hard to care for our group. As a special bonus, a Wayki Trek photographer hiked the Lares section with us, capturing professional photos of our group that were shared after our return home. We will never forget our quiet and calm hours on the Lares trail nor the moment we came upon Machu Picchu from the Inca Trail Sun Gate. We are so grateful to Wayki Trek for this incredible experience.
  
 
  
 
 
 
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 Dan D 
 
 
 
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Amazing Experience We hiked 4D/3N starting on May 13th. It was an amazing experience, Josce was patient, kind and so passionate. He was so patient while we walked at our pace, we weren't rushed at all, which we had heard was a challenge with some other companies. He was kind and attentive with every member of our group of four, checking on everyone even when we went on separately a little bit as we went at our own pace. The passion he showed in the history of the trail, of the people and the country was very contagious. It made me want to learn more. The best thing I can say is my wife and I felt safe and taken care of on the trail, which allowed us to enjoyed it all so much. Josce's team was fantastic to deal with the porters were amazing with how quickly they moved on the trail. They would break down the camp after we left, pass us on the trail, meet us at a fully set up camp with food waiting for us. Yet they cheered when we made it to camp like we did something great while they did all the work. They aren't appreciated enough no matter how much we appreciate them. The chef's were great, the food was always good and there was always so much of it. We watched a few hikers being escorted off the trail for medical reasons which made the risks a little more real to us. It made us so happy we went with a smaller group and were lucky enough to have Josce and his team lead us. Thank you for making a great experience even better!
  
 
  
 
 
 
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 shirleya1976 
 
 
 
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Our trek to Machu Picchu was an incredible experience Our trek to Machu Picchu was an incredible experience, and a huge part of that was thanks to our guide, Jose. He was extremely attentive throughout the entire trek, always checking in on how everyone was doing. My husband was having issues with his knee, and Jose frequently made sure he was okay and able to continue comfortably. Jose was also incredibly passionate and knowledgeable about the history of the Incan sites. His enthusiasm made the experience even more meaningful and engaging. Beyond that, he was very friendly, joked around with the group, and helped ease some of the “torment” of the trek with his sense of humor and encouragement. The porters were absolutely amazing. They worked so hard to ensure everything arrived at camp on time and that camp was fully set up and ready for us each day. Their effort and dedication were truly impressive. The food throughout the trek was excellent — always tasty, well prepared, and there was plenty to choose from. I especially want to give a huge shoutout to the chefs. I have Celiac disease, and they took such great care with my meals that I made it through the entire trek without becoming ill from gluten exposure or cross-contamination. That level of care meant so much to me and allowed me to fully enjoy the experience without worry. Overall, this was an unforgettable adventure, made even better by the incredible team that supported us every step of the way.
  
 
  
 
 
 
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 Laura G 
 
 
 
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Salkantay 5 day — Amazing!! Amazing company. Small groups. Fantastic service. Great tents. Great food! Great guide and cooks!
  
 
  
 
 
 
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 Sara Z 
 
 
 
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Amazing Salkantay trek We had the most amazing trek on the Salkantay trek with Wayki! The guide, Josce, was wonderful, shared so much valuable information, and made sure each of us were successful in the hike. The three meals provided each day were above and beyond excellent and it was so nice to walk into camp with our tents set up for us. I can’t express how thankful I was for the entire Wayki team!
  
 
  
 
 
 
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 Kaylee D 
 
 
 
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Best Adventure Guiding Company Ever!!!! We booked both the Rainbow Mountain full day and the Machu Picchu/Huayna Picchu full day tours/hikes. Wayki trek has been incredible from the beginning. Quick to answer emails regarding any questions my group had, very upfront about the pricing and the details of the days we had planned. We had Domingo as our guide for Rainbow Mountain and Miguel as our guide for Machu Picchu — could not recommend either one of them more!! They were both phenomenal and so informational about the cultures and sights. The guides always had our tickets and everything prepared and ready to go. Traveling to the sites was seamless, and the communication the days before the trip was very helpful to help know what to pack for the treks. Will absolutely be back to book another tour with this company the next time we are back in Peru!
  
 
  
 
 
 
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 David I 
 
 
 
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Unforgettable 4-Day Inca Trail Experience with Wayki Trek Planning the Inca Trail can be challenging, especially when choosing an operator due to mixed online reviews about porter conditions and overall quality. I can confidently say that choosing Wayki Trek was one of the best decisions we made. From the very beginning, communication with the office was quick, clear, and professional. On the trail, everything was exceptionally well organized, from the quality of the camping equipment to the meals and daily logistics. One aspect we truly appreciated was being part of a small group. It made the experience far more personal, relaxed, and immersive, and allowed the days to be paced perfectly without feeling rushed or crowded. Our guide, Josce, was outstanding. He shared his deep passion and knowledge of Inca history, took the time to explain sites in detail, and perfectly paced each day so that it felt like we had the whole trail to ourselves. His attention to detail and care for the group truly elevated the experience. The entire crew deserves enormous respect. The porters were incredibly strong, kind, and clearly well looked after, something that really mattered to us when choosing an operator. Special mention to Andres, the chef: the food was exceptional and among the best we had in all of Peru, with generous portions and even insights into traditional cooking methods. We did the 4-day small group Inca Trail in January, during the rainy season, which meant the trail was quieter and the experience felt more personal, something we absolutely appreciated. This was a once-in-a-lifetime experience made unforgettable by a passionate, professional, and caring team. Wayki Trek looked after us incredibly well, and we feel very lucky to have experienced the Inca Trail with them. Highly recommended.