Hiking the Inca Trail: Our Conflicted Feelings

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Join us on the iconic Inca Trail! This trek to Machu Picchu was unlike any other, with ten porters supporting our group of four, from serving four-course meals to delivering tea to our tents.

This video dives into our conflicted feelings about the porters that work on the Inca Trail: the surprising luxury versus the ethical questions about their heavy loads and conditions. We also share unforgettable moments like conquering Dead Woman's Pass, a rare spectacled bear sighting, and the breathtaking views of Machu Picchu.

Considering the Inca Trail? We discuss alternatives like the Salkantay Trek and share why, despite the ethical complexities, this was an incredible, once-in-a-lifetime journey.

What are your thoughts on porter ethics in trekking? Let us know below!

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Inca Trail tour we did with Salkantay Trekking:
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Salkantay Trek (4 Days) with Salkantay Trekking: https://www.viator.com/tours/Cusco/Sa...

Salkantay Trek (5 Days) with Salkantay Trekking: https://www.viator.com/tours/Cusco/Cl...

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Check out our full guide to hiking the Inca Trail:
https://90summers.com/inca-trail/

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