06/20/2026
The Peru Hikerbabes adventure was so much more than a trek to Machu Picchu, it was six unforgettable days of challenge, discovery, accomplishment, and connection. We began by exploring the incredible Incan ruins surrounding Cusco while acclimating to the altitude, then set off on the Salkantay Trek, one of the most breathtaking and demanding hikes many of us had ever experienced.
From the turquoise waters of Humantay Lake to crossing the 15,000-foot Salkantay Pass, every day brought new scenery, new challenges, and new reasons to keep putting one foot in front of the other. We hiked through mountain passes, cloud forests, coffee plantations, and ancient Incan pathways, eventually catching our first glimpses of Machu Picchu from across the valley before finally standing among the ruins themselves.
What made this trip truly special, was the group of women who shared the journey. We came from different backgrounds and different parts of the country, but we were united by a desire to step outside our comfort zones and do something difficult. Along the way, we encouraged each other through the hard climbs, celebrated every milestone, laughed through the challenges, and created friendships that will last long after the trek.
The trip was physically demanding, mentally rewarding, and incredibly empowering. Standing at Machu Picchu after days of hiking wasn't just about reaching a destination it was a reminder of what we're capable of when we embrace adventure, and support one another along the way. It was an experience none of us will ever forget.
