Food on the Trail
We’re often asked about the food available while trekking in the Peruvian Andes, and for good reason. Nutrition is a key part of any trekking adventure, and enjoying a hearty meal after a long day in the mountains is one of the true highlights of the experience.
You’ll be burning a significant number of calories each day, so fuelling your body properly is essential, not only for energy and endurance but also for your recovery and overall enjoyment. Meals on the Salkantay & Inca Trail trek are simple, satisfying, and designed to keep you going through long days on the trail.
On the trek we will be accompanied by a local guide, chef & horsemen and their horses. The team will provide safe drinkable water however, we strongly recommend bringing a personal water filtration system. Avoid buying bottled water whenever possible, all waste must be carried out of this environmentally sensitive area.
What’s Included on the Guided Trek
Breakfast, a picnic lunch, and a three-course evening meal are included on all trekking days, with the exception of your first and last nights. For further details, please refer to your specific trek itinerary.
Meals Overview
Breakfast
Typically includes pancakes & syrup, oatmeal with apple, milk or yoghurt, bread with butter and jam, Andean Chuta bread, Omelets with peppers, celery, carrots, radishes and cheese, fruit and tea, coffee, or fruit juice.
Lunch
A substantial picnic lunch will be provided and will consist of soup, salads, potato chili with rice & spinach cake.
Afternoon tea
Hot chocolate, coffee, tea and biscuits are provided on arrival at our camp.
Dinner
Evening meals are hearty traditional Peruvian cuisine. Soups, Meat, fish and vegetarian options are available, followed by dessert.
Hydration & Nutrition Tips
Hydration and proper nutrition are just as important as your physical fitness on the trail. Poor fuelling can lead to fatigue, dehydration, or altitude-related issues. Start each day well-hydrated, and carry at least 1 litre of water with you. The support team will have bottled water so you can top up on the go.
If you're not used to eating on the move, we recommend testing different snacks and hydration routines during your training hikes to find what works best for you.
Drinks
Drinks will be provided with evening meals.