Salkantay Trek Solo Unguided (M23) advice
I am planning an impromptu 2 week solo trip leaving end of July to Peru. I would like to travel and fly with one bag bringing just a Cotopaxi 50L as a carry on. I have no conversational Spanish skills. I also plan on getting next day tickets for Machu Picchu. At this point it’s too late to go on a guided tour and want to go solo.
This will be my first long through hike, and I plan on staying in hostels along the trek. I’ve read up on the food and water situation, but some friends have concerns about my ability to complete this alone. For context I am 23, work as a valet, and enjoy hiking, but I’m definitely not in tiptop athletic shape. This will be my first time carrying a heavy pack. Is there anywhere in Cusco that acts as short term locker storage to shed some weight? I am not on a strict schedule and willing to spend 6 days instead of 5 if my body and pace gives out.
Any tips are appreciated, thank you.