Tour details
Day 1: Cusco – Pacchanta
The tour begins with pickup from your hotel at 4:30 am. Then we make a 2:30 hour trip on a paved road to the town of Tinke and 30 minutes on an unpaved road to the community of Pacchanta (4200m).
In this place the weather is very changeable to extreme. During the day the weather can change from being sunny to being cloudy and rainy and even hail falling.
Here we will have breakfast, then we will begin the walk to the 7 lagoons for about 5 hours. On way you will be able to see the fauna and flora of the Andes such as: llamas, alpacas, even vicuñas and many exotic birds at this altitude. And during our tour we will pass the following beautiful lagoons, Each lake of different colors and shades: azulcocha, pucacocha, sibinacocha, otorongococha, alqacocha, comercocha.
In this place we can not only enjoy these beautiful lagoons but also the Majestic snow-capped Ausangate mountain, which is the highest peak in this region (6834m). and other mountains such as: Butterfly (5800m.), Jampa (5500m.), Pucapunta (5740m.), Caracol Mountain (5650m.).
After visiting these lagoons we return to the starting point for our lunch. And after lunch you will have the opportunity to relax in the hot springs located in this same lunch place.
And finally our transportation will bring you back to Cusco and leave you at your Hotel.
What’s Included
- Proficient Guides Fluent in English/Spanish: Benefit from expert leadership and insights throughout your journey from our bilingual and well-informed tour guides.
- Transportation
- breakfasts and lunches
- Vegetarian Dietary Options: Accommodate your food preferences with vegetarian meal choices available upon request at no additional cost.
- First Aid Kit and Oxygen Cylinder: Stay secure and equipped with access to essential first aid supplies and an oxygen cylinder for use in emergencies throughout your trek.
WHAT THE TOURIST NEEDS TO BRING
- passport ( foto)
- Hiking shoes
- Waterproof jacket / rain poncho.
- Sunscreen cream (factor 35 recommended).
- Wool jacket to warm, hat / gloves and gloves.
- extra Polo shirts or shirts
- Comfortable pants
- Sun hat.
- Reusable plastic bottle or metal water container or camel bags.
- Water.
- Hygiene items
- Personal medications
- Photographic camera.
GROUP SERVICE
- $40 USD per person
Frequently Asked Questions
Day 1: Cusco - Santa Maria
The Inca Jungle Trail to Machu Picchu 4 days: begins with a hotel pickup at 6:00 am, followed by a scenic three-hour drive through the breathtaking Sacred Valley of the Incas. As we reach Abra Malaga, the highest point of the trip at 4,316m, we will gear up and receive a briefing from our experienced guide.
We’ll then embark on a thrilling 3-hour downhill biking journey through the Andes, surrounded by snow-capped mountains and tropical forests. A support vehicle will be available for those who need a break. We’ll end the day at Eco Terra Lodge Santa Maria for a delicious lunch, optional river rafting, dinner, and restful sleep.
The adrenaline-packed biking adventure takes us from Abra Malaga to Huamanmarka, covering a distance of less than 55km and descending from 4,316m to 2,130m. The scenic route offers breathtaking views of the changing landscape, from snowy peaks to lush tropical forests.
At Eco Terra Lodge Santa Maria, we’ll enjoy a tasty lunch and have the opportunity to go river rafting on the Vilcanota River, offering a thrilling level III and IV experience. Afterward, we’ll return to the lodge for a delicious dinner and a well-deserved rest, preparing us for the exciting activities that await us the next day.
- Transportation from Cusco – Abra Malaga: 3.5 hours by private bus.
- Bicycle: – 2h – 3 h.
- Bicycle ride: 55 km – 34 m.
- Rafting: 2 hours
- Meals: Lunch and Dinner.
- Lodging: Lodge
- Difficulty: medium
- Guaranteed Adventure
- Maximum altitude: 4316 m – 14160 ft.
- Minimum altitude: – 1200 m – 3937 ft
Day 2: Santa Maria - Hot spring - Santa Teresa.
2 Embark on a 7-hour trek through the vibrant rainforest, starting with a 45-minute hike along the car route before joining the well-preserved Inca trail. This trail, the only one in good condition among the various Inca trails, once connected Machu Picchu with the final Inca capital, Vilcabamba.
Immerse yourself in the lush surroundings, encountering exotic fruits, diverse birdlife, and orchids, while enjoying breathtaking views of the Urubamba valley from the mountain’s summit. Descend for 2.5 hours to Qellomayo village for a satisfying lunch break.
Afterward, take a break in hammocks, then continue the trek for another 3 hours, passing through farms, waterfalls, and rivers (including a cable car crossing). By late afternoon, arrive at the Santa Teresa hot water springs, known as Cocalmayo, offering crystal-clear pools with different temperatures.
Relax in this idyllic setting surrounded by the river and starry skies. Following the hot springs experience, a 40-minute walk (or optional bus ride) leads to Santa Teresa town, where a comfortable hotel awaits. Enjoy dinner and socialize with fellow group members at one of the downtown bars.
- Walking: 7 hours
- Hiking distance: (15 km / 9.3 mi)
- Meals: Breakfast, Lunch / Dinner
- Lodging: Lodge (2, maximum 3 people per room)
- Adventure Guaranteed
- Starting altitude: – 1200 m / 3,937 ft
- Campsite altitude: – 1500 m – 4921 ft
- Difficulty: Moderate
