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View from the bridge over the river on the way in to the train station.
Feb 9, 2016 near Santa T…, PE
One of the reasons people take the Salkantay route to Machu Picchu is that you get a unique view of the ruins that few people see. Here, in the upper middle section of the photo, is our first view of Machu Picchu. You can see the terracing on the downslope.
Feb 9, 2016 near Santa T…, PE
This section of the trail feels like jungle. Dense green vegetation, lots of moss, and lots of plant variety.
Feb 9, 2016 near Santa T…, PE
A view down into the valley as we work our way around the hill toward Machu Picchu. Part of this trail is on the old Inca trail system, and if you look closely you can see the stonework. There is a classic hike to Machu Picchu called the "Inca Trail" but, in reality, the area is full of Inca trails.
Feb 9, 2016 near Santa T…, PE
Lucma lodge. No heating system - doesn't need one.
Jan 5, 2016 near Santa T…, PE
Making our way through the groves of coffee plants to Lucma Lodge.
Jan 5, 2016 near Santa T…, PE
Making our way up from La Playa to Lucma Lodge.
Jan 5, 2016 near Santa T…, PE
Road maintenance. All the sandbags that have slipped down the slope suggest it's a constant work in progress.
Jan 5, 2016 near Santa T…, PE
We crossed the river about here on a metal cart. First guy pulls himself across, and then can help pull over the rest of the group.
Jan 5, 2016 near Santa T…, PE
A very cool-looking caterpillar. We didn't touch it.
Jan 5, 2016 near Santa T…, PE
Lots of pretty wildflowers along the route.
Jan 5, 2016 near Santa T…, PE
Another fun bridge - we crossed one at a time.
Jan 5, 2016 near Santa T…, PE
A passion fruit flower. This area has lots and lots of passion fruit trees.
Jan 5, 2016 near Santa T…, PE
One of a few places where crossing the river could be accomplished by riding in a small metal cart suspended over the river.
Jan 5, 2016 near Santa T…, PE
Most of this trail was smooth and easy to walk on.
Jan 5, 2016 near Santa T…, PE
In addition to the rickety bridges, there were some places where a bit of rock-jumping was needed.
Jan 5, 2016 near Santa T…, PE
There were a few rickety bridges along the way - we crossed one at a time.
Jan 5, 2016 near Santa T…, PE
There were many, many bromeliads in the trees in this area. These plants don't have roots in the soil, and store water in their bases. These particular ones were about the size of a basketball.
Jan 5, 2016 near Santa T…, PE
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