Jungle Trekking Tours & Trips in Machu Picchu

What our customers ask about Jungle Trekking Tours & Trips in Machu Picchu

• What level of fitness is required for the Jungle Trek to Machu Picchu?

  The Jungle Trek calls for reasonable physical fitness with several active elements spread across 3-4 days. Participants need energy for a 47km downhill bike ride followed by daily hikes of 14-15km. The route moves through elevation changes starting at 4350m at Malaga Pass and descending to 1400m in Santa Maria. A TourRadar traveler review notes: "The hiking on the 2nd day was a bit tougher than we expected but other than that the physical impact is really not hectic. The tour includes plenty of breaks and the guides ensure a comfortable pace for the group."

• What type of accommodation can I expect during the Jungle Trek?

  The trek's lodging progresses each night from simple lodges in Santa Maria to local hotels in Santa Teresa such as Sonesta Posada del Inca and ends at a 3-star hotel in Aguas Calientes. One TourRadar traveler reports: "The accommodations at each place were really great! We had fantastic Wi-Fi every night at our hostels and great hot showers. The rooms are clean and mostly very spacious."

• When is the best time to do the Jungle Trek to Machu Picchu?

  While tours run throughout the year the dry season from April to October offers the most reliable conditions with clear trails and stable weather patterns. A TourRadar traveler points out: "This tour is at lower altitude so even though February and March are rainy months this adventure is the only one that doesn't get affected by the rain. Consequently this is the only tour offered during this season." Consider visiting during April-May or September-October for smaller crowds and comfortable temperatures.

• How much time do you actually spend at Machu Picchu during the Jungle Trek?

  Visits begin around 6:00 AM with a 2-hour guided exploration plus additional time for independent discovery. According to a TourRadar traveler: "Our last day on Machu Picchu was exactly worth all the hype. That place is amazing. Mind boggling. Great views. Amazing history. So much mystery and ambience." Optional climbs of Huayna Picchu or Machu Picchu Mountain are available for an extra 75 USD.

• What kind of food is provided during the Jungle Trek?

  The trek features three daily meals showcasing local Peruvian dishes served in community restaurants or prepared by trek chefs. A TourRadar traveler notes: "The food was great. Mostly 3 course meals in local restaurants which feels like you are eating in a long-lost family member's dining room. Always enough bread generally followed by a delicious soup a main and sometimes a dessert." Special diets including vegetarian and vegan options need advance notification.

• What are the typical activities included in a Machu Picchu Jungle Trek?

  The journey combines mountain biking in the Andes white-water rafting on class III-IV rapids of the Urubamba River hiking through jungle paths and zip-lining above the rainforest. A TourRadar traveler shares: "The activities of this package were absolutely great - from mountain biking to rafting and zip lining. This is definitely one of the best moments I have had in South America." The experience concludes at Machu Picchu with accommodations at places like El MaPi in Aguas Calientes before the morning visit to the ancient site.