INCA JUNGLE TO MACHU PICCHU 3 DAYS

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INCA JUNGLE TO MACHU PICCHU 3 DAYS

A 3-Day Alternative Trek to Machu Picchu with Diverse Adventure Sports and Stunning Views.

Experience the thrill of biking, rafting, ziplining, and trekking in the Inca jungle. Relax in the natural hot springs of Cocalmayo. Enjoy delicious local food and learn about coffee and coca leaf cultivation. Discover the ancient Inca citadel of Machu Picchu. Admire stunning views of the Andean mountains and lush tropical forests.

Embark on an unforgettable adventure with our Inca Jungle to Machu Picchu 3-day trek! This alternative route to Machu Picchu offers an incredible array of outdoor activities, including mountain biking, white water rafting, hot springs, zipline adventure, light trekking, and a visit to the awe-inspiring Inca citadel of Machu Picchu.

TRIP DETAILS

Day 1: Santa María → Huamanmarca → Santa María

Activities: Mountain biking, whitewater rafting, tour of local coffee and fruit plantation (all equipment included)
Meals: lunch and dinner (breakfast not included)
Lodging: Stay with a local family in their home of Santa María

We'll start our journey by picking you up at 6:00 a.m. from your hotel in Cusco via private transport. After a stop for breakfast and supplies in Ollantaytambo, we'll continue driving to the mountain pass of Abra Málaga, where our mountain biking adventure begins. After a short practice session and bike testing at over 4,000 meters above sea level (more than 13,000 feet), we'll begin our thrilling descent to Huamanmarca, a small Inca city located at 1,800 meters above sea level (5,906 feet).

Following a guided tour of the archaeological site of Huamanmarca (“Lands of the Falcon” in Quechua), we will continue by private transport to Santa María, where we will stay in a welcoming family home surrounded by plantations of coffee, coca leaf, bananas, and citrus. You'll enjoy a delicious traditional lunch before we head to the Vilcanota River for an exciting white water rafting adventure. Afterward, we will spend time with the local family, learn about coffee preparation, and taste fresh fruits from the plantation if they are in season. After a homemade dinner, we will rest for the night.