Attempt to Rysy in High Tatras
We started very early, hitting the trail at 5:30 already. Apart from trying to beat the crowds (it’s a veeery popular hike, people), we wanted to avoid afternoon thunderstorms that love visiting the High Tatras too.
Lizard walk in Paklenica national park, Croatia
This national park is a go-to place for hikers and climbers. Two beautiful canyons of Velika Paklenica and Mala Paklenica will keep you busy and ensure stunning views all around the park.
Salkantay trek to Machu Picchu
Machu Picchu, a legendary tourist magnet, lured us to Peru, and of course, we wanted to hike to the famous ruins. It was a hiking holiday after all.
Salkantay trek day 5: Machu Picchu, I’m speechless
Good morning! Or good night?… It’s 5:00 am and we’re up and running. The whole Salkantay trek seems like candy compared to the logistical challenge of visiting the most famous Inca city.
Salkantay trek day 4: back to civilization
This is our last hiking day. Today we’re heading to Aguas Calientes, the town from which all Machu Picchu trips start.
Salkantay trek day 3: Peruvian Starbucks & distant Machu Picchu
Today is a day full of experiences: we made our own coffee, saw the beautiful Santa Teresa valley, even hiked for a bit on the Inca trail, and then slept with the views of Machu Picchu. Yes, THE Machu Picchu.
Salkantay trek day 2: Peruvian flat
Today we are descending from the tall mountains and progressing further on a ridge of Salkantay river. The terrain is changing from rocky and harsh mountains to green and humid jungles.
Salkantay trek day 1: Let it rain
Salkantay trip does not keep the best views for the last, already on day one we’ve got to scale the highest part of the hike – Salkantay pass (4630m). But hang on a bit, our trip actually started the day before day 1.
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