The 6 Best Skylodge Glass Pod Stays in the Sacred Valley

1.Salkantay Trek 4 Days to Machu Picchu by Glamping Sky Lodge Dome

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 68 reviews · 4 days (approx.) · from $761Our pick

Trek from Mollepata across the 4,650-meter Salkantay Pass to Machu Picchu, sleeping in Sky Lodge domes and an Aguas Calientes hotel. Guides such as Fernando and Nildo lead small groups, with meals, horses, a duffel service, entrance fees, and return train included.

“I had such a great time on the Salkantay trek, and a big part of that was thanks to our guide, Fernando. He was so nice and incredibly helpful throughout the whole journey, always making sure we were comfortable and enjoying ourselves. He also had a great sense of humour it was fun to have a joke and a laugh with him along the way. One of the highlights was when he even played football with us during the trek, which made the experience feel extra special. Overall, it was unforgettable, and I’m really glad Fernando was our guide.”

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2.Salkantay Trek to Machu Picchu 5D/4N or 4D/3N by glamping

★★★★★★★★★★4.4 · 35 reviews · 5 days · from $35Best value

Join a small group of up to 15 for a five-day Salkantay Trek with English or Spanish guides, fresh mountain-cooked meals, glass-roof cabins, sky huts, jungle domes, and one hotel night in Aguas Calientes. Guides may include Ruben, Roger, Reynaldo, Tupac, or Nidia.

“Roger and Reynaldo were the best guides. If there was a problem they were there for you to help. Would recommend!”

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3.Via Ferrata and Sky Lodge Zipline

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 16 reviews · 5 hours · from $167

You’ll ride from Cusco to a 300-meter via ferrata above the Sacred Valley, using fixed metal steps and safety cables with a trained English- or Spanish-speaking guide. After a box lunch and Vilcanota River views, six zip lines carry you back toward the base.

“Everything was perfect!! Both guides were super nice and experienced. The view from the top was amazing!! Don't think twice, book and enjoy it.”

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4.5-Day Salkantay Trek to Machupicchu Sky Lodge Dome

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 6 reviews · 5 days · from $700

Trek from Challacancha over the 4,650-meter Salkantay Pass to Machu Picchu, sleeping in private domes and an Aguas Calientes hotel. You will visit Humantay Lagoon, work with coffee in La Playa, and travel in a group of up to 10 with guides such as Roberto or Abel.

“Hee goed verzorgd! Goed eten en fijne bedden, laatste hotel was ‘oke’. De domes waren top! Alleen nacht 1 zeer koud maar ik Geloof dat dit bij alle domes van alle organisaties wel zo was! Eigen douche en toilet, top! Hike zelf prachtig!”

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5.Salkantay Trek to Machu Picchu 5 Days with Sky Lodge Domes

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 5 reviews · 5 days · from $680

Hike from Challacancha to Machu Picchu with an English or Spanish guide, a group of up to eight, three nights in Sky Lodge Domes, one hotel night in Aguas Calientes, and a guided visit to Humantay Lake and Machu Picchu. Guides such as Fernando and Nildo are available through Quechuas Expeditions Peru S.A.C.

“Le trek du Salkantay au Pérou était une expérience incroyable. Les paysages étaient grandioses, variés et à couper le souffle -entre montagnes enneigées, vallées verdoyantes et le superbe lac Humantay, vraiment magnifique. L’organisation était globalement très bonne. En cas de mal d’altitude, il y a toujours la possibilité de monter à cheval (payant), ce qui est rassurant pour les moments les plus difficiles. Le cuisinier nous a préparé d’excellents repas tout au long du trek : variés, savoureux, et bienvenus après une longue journée de marche. Le guide était également très professionnel, sympathique et attentif à chacun. Le seul petit bémol : la seconde nuit, où l’hébergement n’était pas à…”

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6.“Glamping Sky Lodge Domes” 2-Day Humantay Lake & Salkantay

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 3 reviews · 2 days · from $340

You’ll leave Cusco before dawn for a small-group trek with bilingual guides, a cook, and one night in a private Sky Lodge Dome at Soraypampa. Expect turquoise Humantay Lake, high mountain views, a 4,650-meter pass, hearty camp meals, and strenuous uphill hiking.

“Le guide Adele e Reynaldo sono state eccezionali, il cuoco ha cucinato piatti buonissimi. Notte stellata incantevole, camminate impegnative, ma i paesaggi ne valgono la pena. Unica nota negativa doccia fredda, però prima di andare a dormire accendono la stufa in stanza per tenerti al caldo.”

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