Inca Jungle Trek to Machu Picchu 4 Days

Duration

4 days

Max People

12

Min Age

6+

Pickup

Hotel - Bus -Train

Tour Details

Unleash Your Inner Adventurer: The Ultimate Inca Jungle Trek to Machu Picchu

Looking for the most thrilling alternative to the Classic Inca Trail? The Inca Jungle Trek 4 Days is not just a hike; it’s a multi-sport adrenaline rush designed for those who want to experience the Andes and the Amazon in the most exciting way possible.

This action-packed journey combines downhill mountain biking, white-water rafting, and high-flying zip-lining with trekking through pristine cloud forests. Along the way, you’ll discover «hidden» Inca paths and authentic coffee plantations before reaching the ultimate reward: the lost city of Machu Picchu.

If you want adventure, culture, and stunning biodiversity all in one trip, this is the tour you’ve been waiting for. Are you ready to live the legend?

Trip details


  • Max. Altitude: 4,316 m / 14,160 ft (Abra Málaga – Start of Biking)

  • Duration: 4 days / 3 nights

  • Route: Open year-round (Except February).

  • Best Time: April – December (Dry season).

  • Level of Difficulty: Moderate (Ideal for active travelers).

Recommendations


      • Torch or flash light.

      • Sweater and waterproof jacket.

      • Hat or cap.

      • A good rain coat.

      • Long sleeve shirts and pants.

      • Trekking shoes.

      • Insect repellent.

      • Sunblock up forty degrees UV.

      • Toilet paper.

      • Protein snack bar.

      • Sunglasses, plastic bags.

      • Medical or personal items.

      • A lightweight backpack per person.

      • Some extra cash in small denominations (preferably soles).

Bring With You:


  • Original passport / Valid ISIC student card

  • Waterproof clothing and comfortable walking shoes
  • Camera and extra batteries

  • Mosquito repellent and sunscreen

  • Cash in small denominations ($, €, or S/)

Included/Excluded

  • Transportation from Cusco to Ollantaytambo – Santa Maria.
  • Train Tickets from Aguas Calientes to Ollantaytambo – Bus to Cusco
  • A private bilingual professional guide specialized in the inca jungle
  • Full suspension mountain bikes, helmets and gloves
  • The following meals: 3 breakfasts, 3 lunches, 3 dinners (vegetarian options)
  • 2 nights in a local-rural house with basic service
  • 1 night of lodging (with private bathrooms and hot water)
  • Entrance fee tickets to Machu Picchu.
  • A complete first aid box
  • Taxes
  • The up or down bus from Aguas Calientes to Machu Picchu.
  • River Rafting (Optional $20)
  • Zip-line (Optional $20)
  • Entrance fee to to Wayna Picchu Mountain ( $ 15) or Machu Picchu Mountain ($15)
  • Lunch and dinner in the last day
  • All personal care ítems
  • Entrance to the hot springs in Santa teresa ( soles 5.00 )
  • Bottle water,snack,beers,etc

Tour Plan

Day 01 Cusco – Pispitayoc (Biking And Rafting)

The program of Inca Jungle tour starts when we pick you up at your hotel from 6:00 to 6:30 am. Then we head towards the sacred valley of the Incas, along the way we will see beautiful landscapes, arriving at Ollantaytambo, after a break we will continue with the trip by bus. After 1hr. aprox. we will arrive at the Abra Malaga around 10 am. (4350 mt.), point of departure with the bikes, we will descend for  3 hrs., passing through small villages, orchards, rivers and streams, reaching  the town Huamanmarca around 1:00 pm. Aprox.

Then our private bus will take the group for 30 min. to the town of Santa Maria, where we will have lunch. After a short break, we will begin a new adventure,(Optional $45) the rafting trip will lasts around 2 hrs., encountering rapids class III and IV, always accompanied by a professional safety kayak that will take care of the group all the time, then a private bus for 20 min. to the next town of Santa Rosa, from this point we will walk for 45 min. aprox. until reaching the family eco lodge called “La Choza”. Then they will have free time to explore by their own. At the end of the rafting adventure, the bus will be waiting for this group to take it to the town of Santa Rosa and they will walk for 45 min. aprox. until arriving at the ecological lodge La Choza, located in the village of Pispitayoc to spend the first night surrounded by vegetation and beautiful landscapes.

Includes: breakfast – lunch – dinner

Day 2 Pispitayoc – Santa Teresa (Hiking)

We got up around 6:30 a.m. to enjoy a typical breakfast in the middle of nature, then we start the walking along the banks of the river and start climbing for 30 min. aprox. part of this trek will go through the original Inca trail. On our way we will see small coffee plantations, fruit trees, among others. The area is surrounded by many types of birds and orchids; this ecosystem belongs to the high forest and is one of the richest in Biodiversity of the Inca jungle.

Once on top we will see the whole valley of the lower Urubamba. The group will walk down the mountain for 2.30 hrs. approx. Until arriving at the village of Qellomayo, to have the meal. After a break we continue walking for 3 hrs. Crossing farms, waterfalls and rivers until arriving at the hot water springs of Santa Teresa, and after a relaxing bath, the group will continue walking for 40 min. until reaching the town of Santa Teresa to sleep in one of the rural lodges. After the dinner we all are invited to visit one of the bars to hang out with the members of the group.

Includes: breakfast – lunch – dinner

Day 3 Santa Teresa – Aguas Calientes (Hiking And Zip Line)

Around 7 Am., after a typical breakfast we will get ready to continue exploring the roads that were followed by the first expeditionaries that discovered Machu Pichu and other important archaeological complex. The next journey will start in Santa Teresa. Those who reserved in advance will make the zip-line (Optional $20) (and later this group will be taken by bus to the area known as the hydroelectric), the rest of the group will continue the trek of 3 hrs. approx.

Through the valley until reaching the hydroelectric too, where the entire group will get together again. Here we will enjoy of a great lunch. And after a break we will continue walking along this great Inca jungle tour for 3 hrs. Enjoying beautiful waterfalls, going through coca and coffee farms along the railway until arriving at the town of Aguas Calientes around 4 pm. Here the group will spend the night in a hostel. At night we all will get together in a local restaurant to enjoy a great dinner and have a briefing about our next excursion to Machu Picchu and the group will receive some snacks.

Includes: breakfast – lunch – dinner

Day 4 Aguas Calientes – Machu Picchu – Cusco

Finally in last day of our Inca jungle tour we get up around 4:00 am. We get ready to head to Machu Picchu, our trek will follow an ascending path through the high forest, and hopefully we could have the opportunity to see the sunrise on our way, after registering in the control entrance around 6:00 am. We will have a private guide leading us within the Inca citadel, and after 2 hrs. aprox. The group will be free to enjoy Machu Picchu by its own. Those travelers that booked the hiking to Huayna Picchu will be able to start this journey, the climbing lasts around 45 min. the way up is very steppy at some points but it’s worth it because the view from this area is breathtaking.

Although this trek is not recommended for people that suffer of dizziness. In the afternoon, according to the departure of the train ticket, we will descend walking to the town of Aguas Calientes to get the train back to Ollantaytambo where the group will be picked up and transferred to Cusco city. End of our journey in the plaza de San Francisco.

Includes: breakfast

What Clothes To Bring:

The Inca Jungle Trek is a multi-climate adventure. You will start at 4,316m (14,160ft) in a cold alpine environment and quickly descend into the tropical high jungle.

  • For Biking: Windbreaker or waterproof jacket, comfortable athletic clothing, and closed-toe sneakers.

  • For Trekking: Moisture-wicking shirts, lightweight hiking pants (zip-off pants are highly recommended), and sturdy hiking shoes with good traction.

  • Jungle Essentials: A high-quality insect repellent (DEET) is mandatory to protect against mosquitoes. Don't forget your bathing suit and sandals for the thermal baths in Cocalmayo.

  • Protection: Polarized sunglasses, a sun hat, and high-SPF sunblock are essential to handle the intense high-altitude UV rays.

  • Rain Gear: Regardless of the season, always carry a lightweight rain poncho or waterproof shell, as tropical showers can occur at any time.

Safety Considerations

Your safety is the foundation of our adventure. The Inca Jungle involves high-adrenaline activities, and we take every precaution to ensure a safe experience:

  • Professional Equipment: We provide high-quality mountain bikes, full-face helmets, body armor (knee and elbow pads), and life jackets/helmets for rafting, all meeting international safety standards.

  • Certified Guides: Our guides are not only experts in history and nature but are also Wilderness First Responder (WFR) certified. They are trained to handle emergencies in remote areas and carry a full medical kit, including oxygen.

  • Briefings: Before every activity (biking, rafting, or zip-lining), you will receive a comprehensive safety briefing and technical instructions.

  • Emergency Protocols: We maintain constant communication and have established evacuation protocols with local health centers along the route.

Food & Performance:

To keep your energy high for biking and trekking, we provide a balanced and delicious menu that highlights the best of Peruvian Andean-Jungle fusion:

  • Nutritious Meals: Our breakfasts, lunches, and dinners are rich in complex carbohydrates and proteins. Expect fresh local ingredients like organic coffee, tropical fruits, quinoa, trout, and local vegetables.

  • Hydration & Energy: We recommend carrying a reusable water bottle. We also provide energy-boosting snacks such as local organic chocolate, fruits, and crackers to keep you fueled between meals.

  • Special Diets: We are experts in catering to diverse dietary needs. Whether you are vegan, vegetarian, gluten-free, or have specific food allergies, our chefs will prepare safe and delicious meals for you at no additional cost. (Please notify us during your booking).

  • Authentic Experience: You’ll have the chance to visit local plantations to learn about (and taste!) the production of local coffee and cacao.

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