Cusco to Challacancha Bus Tickets
We provide comfortable and reliable bus transportation from Cusco to Challacancha — the starting point of the Salkantay Trek. Enjoy a safe and scenic ride through the Andes with experienced drivers and punctual service.”
DURATION OF TRIP
3 - 3.1/2 Hours (aprox).
Pick-Up
Pick up from hotel or private accommodation
Distance from Cusco to Challacancha
129 km - 80150 miles
Challacancha height
4,092 meters (13.42 feet)
Activity Level
Light
Group Size
15 Person
USD 22
/ per person
Bus schedules from Cusco to Challacancha
| Location | Pick-Up Time | Pick-Up Point | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Arrival Point |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cusco | 4:00 → 5:00 AM | Hotel or Private lodging | 5:00 AM | 8:00 → 8:30 AM | Challacancha |
- Cusco
- Mollepata
- Challacancha
Book your transport to Challacancha and kickstart your adventure to the stunning Humantay Lake or the majestic Salkantay!
Timeline
Itinerary in hours
- 04:00 – 05:00 hrs: Pick up from your hotel or accommodation.
- 05:00 – 06:30 hrs: Drive to Mollepata.
- 06:30 – 07:30 hrs: Stop at Mollepata for: Registration for the entrance to Salkantay Mountain and Humantay Lagoon, breakfast, buying supplies, stretching and using the toilets.
- 07:30 – 08:30 hrs: Continue by bus to Challacancha, arriving around 09:00 hrs.
Details
Cusco – Mollepata – Challacancha
Descriptive itinerary
The service starts with the pick up from your hotel or accommodation between 04:00 hrs and 5:00 hrs and then take a trip to Mollepata (place of registration for the entrance to the Salkantay Mountain & the Humantay Lagoon), at this point the bus stops so you can buy supplies, take advantage of breakfast, use the toilets and stretch your legs a little, then we board the bus again and depart to Challacancha arriving around 08:30 hrs.
Return: If you wish to return from Challacancga to Cusco you can reserve a seat, also if you did the Salkantay trek to Machu Picchu you can make your reservation with our bus service from Hidroelectrica to Cusco or directly in the button “BOOK NOW” indicating the second option.
- Pick-up from your hotel
- Bus ticket
- Tips for your guide.
Enjoy Peru is a destination management company based in Cuzco (Peru). They are led by a team with years of experience in inbound tourism in Southern Peru. Their main objective is to provide the best service in the organization and offer memorable experiences to their clients. Enjoy Peru staff is well equipped to assist you, as your trip will be handled by their excellent and dedicated staff and partners around the Peru. They are willing to work as a team to guarantee you the best possible travel experience.
Refund of deposits
We will hold your place for you as soon as you make your deposit. However, if you decide to cancel your trip, we will not be able to refund your deposit.
Refunds for fully paid trips
You can change or cancel your trip up to 1 month in advance for a refund. After this period, no refunds will be issued. You can change or cancel your trip by contacting us through the various means listed on the website.
Included
- Pick-up from your hotel
- Bus ticket
Not included
- Tips for your guide.
Add breakfast and a guide to your trip
Enjoy a delicious breakfast and the guidance of an expert guide on your first day exploring the stunning Humantay Lake.
Cusco to Challacancha map
FAQ About Cusco to Challacancha
Can the bus drop me off at Challacancha?
Yes, absolutely! The bus can drop you off at Challacancha without any problem — just make sure to let us know when you make your reservation so we can coordinate everything for you. 😊
USD 22
Per person







