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What to Pack for Salkantay Trek?

Here you have a list for things you must pack for a Salkantay Trek: Mountain shoes or slippers with grip  Sweater and jacket for the days in the snowy  Hat  Insect repellent  Sunscreen with UV A personal cover for the rain  Long-sleeved polo shirts  Shorts and long pants Lip balm  Toilet paper  Snack bar  Lantern  Glasses, plastic bags, sleeping bag  Personal and medical items One light backpack per person Photo or video camera and its extra charger Some extra money in small denomination (preferable in soles) Water Bottle, and water purifying tablets.  Bring extra money for spending on the road and arrival in Aguas Calientes. Also, remember that for a Salkantay Trek you need to be in good physical shape, since the route is hardous, and the altitude makes the hike more difficult.