03 Day Inca Jungle Trail to Machu Picchu

The Inca Jungle tour offers an exciting combination of different adventure tourism activities, breathtaking scenery, and cultural encounters along the route to Machu Picchu.

From thrilling bike rides and hikes through lush jungle to possible zip-lining experiences, this journey provides a total immersion in the natural beauty of the Andes. In addition to enjoying less crowded routes, you’ll have the opportunity to interact with local communities and learn about their rich culture. The experience culminates with the majesty of Machu Picchu, providing an epic finale to this unique adventure.

The main difference between the 4-day and 3-day Inca Jungle is in terms of rest places, lunches, and some additional activities. For example, in the itinerary of the Inca Jungle 3 days and 2 nights, there is no trekking from Santa María to Santa Teresa. Both versions share exciting adventure activities such as biking, rafting, and ziplining, also we'll visit the relaxing Cocalmayo hot springs.

The choice between the two options will depend on the length of the trip and the specific activities desired.

The level of difficulty of the Inca Jungle 3 days 2 nights varies from mild to moderate, depending on the physical condition and previous hiking experience of each person. Although it is not as demanding as the classic Inca Trail it requires physical endurance, strength, and determination.

With a more accessible level of difficulty, this option is ideal for those who are looking for an exciting experience without the extreme need of the traditional Inca Trail.

It's essential to make the most of your Inca Jungle tour to get properly prepared. Although you do not need to be a professional athlete, it is recommended that you be in an acceptable physical condition to enjoy the adventure activities and complete the trek.

The route involves hiking, biking, rafting, and zip lining, so prior physical preparation, including regular walks and cardiovascular activities.

The Inca Jungle 3 days 2 nights starts from the Abra Malaga with the first activity which is the descent by bike for about 3 hours until you reach Santa María. This journey culminates in the wonder of the world: Machu Picchu.

During the 3-day 2-night trek, the total distance is 10 kilometers (6.21 miles) covered on the first and second day.

The best time to do the Inca Jungle Tour is during the dry season, which runs from mid-April to late October. However, the months from June to August are especially favorable, as they represent the driest and most stable months, with sunny days and cool nights. During this period, the weather conditions are ideal for enjoying adventure activities and exploring the natural outdoors.

The briefing is important because at this meeting you will have the opportunity to meet your guide, who will provide you with crucial details about the trek to the Inca Jungle 3 days 2 nights, including the necessary clothing and weather conditions you will face.

In addition, if you have not yet canceled the remaining balance of the trek, you can do so during this meeting.

The minimum age recommended to participate in the Inca Jungle is 12 years with parental consent. The tour is not recommended for children under 12 years old due to the adventure activities involved. Minors must be accompanied by an adult responsible for the whole tour.

We recommend you spend at least two days in Cusco City to ensure optimal adaptation and reduce the symptoms of altitude sickness (soroche). This additional time will allow for a gradual acclimatization, contributing to a more comfortable experience during the tour.

No previous experience is required to participate in adventure activities such as rafting and zip-lining, Our guides will provide the necessary instructions and the right equipment for each activity.

However, in the case of mountain descent, it is necessary to have experience in handling bicycles, both for their safety and to ensure a comfortable experience when performing this activity.

In case of light rain, we will continue the adventure activities as normal, such as mountain descent, rafting, and zip line.

However, in the face of heavy rain, we will prioritize safety and consider postponing or, as a last resort, canceling mountain descent and rafting activities, ensuring the safety of both our hikers and our guides.

The 3-day 2-night Inca Jungle tour includes 2 breakfasts, 2 lunches, and 2 dinners during the 3-day tour. Snacks are not included.

Most of our main meals are buffet style, leaving you the option to avoid anything undesirable for you.

We can also assist you in diets intolerant to lactose or gluten intolerant. We cannot accept people with severe and/or life-threatening allergic reactions.

The first night is spent in a standard hotel in Santa Teresa, while the last night is enjoyed in a 3-star hotel in Aguas Calientes.

We understand your concern about the guarantee of departure dates. Only in extreme situations, such as dangerous weather conditions or natural disasters, we may postpone the departure date for safety reasons. However, under normal circumstances, your tour date is fully guaranteed. Regarding the minimum number of group bookings, we need a minimum of 2 people to ensure departure.

The initial deposit allows us to secure all essential services for your Inca Jungle tour. This includes:

• Entrance to Machu Picchu, which must be purchased in advance.
• Staff as guides, whose services must be booked in advance.
• Exclusive tourist and logistic transport for the group.
• Selected accommodations for 3 nights.

For this trip, we suggest a backpack to carry between 25 and 60 liters (approximately 55 to 132 pounds), where you can carry clothes and essentials for the excursion. The rest of your luggage can be stored safely in your accommodation in Cusco or, if you prefer, in our facilities.

Although travel insurance is optional, it is highly recommended for any route or hike. In the event of an incident or emergency during the trip, this insurance provides immediate support and covers the costs of necessary care, transfer, or treatment. Having this support provides peace of mind and security, especially in destinations where private medical services can be costly. In addition, insurance coverage facilitates coordination with local institutions for rapid response.

Below, we provide information on some insurance options:

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Coverage during the route is limited, with sporadic signal at some specific points, but not completely reliable. It is advisable to note that there is likely no connectivity during the day, except when arriving at Santa Maria, Santa Teresa, or Machu Picchu Pueblo.

It is certainly possible to adjust the tour date with a minimum of 45 days' notice from the originally booked date, without incurring any additional costs. However, we recommend you contact your travel agent to coordinate the new dates and avoid potential mishaps.

It is extremely essential, as last-minute purchases may arise. Therefore, we recommend you have money in Peruvian soles, thus facilitating the purchase process.

During the tour, there are no charging facilities or mobile devices. It is recommended to bring a portable battery (power bank) to charge your phone, camera, or other electronic devices. You will have the opportunity to recharge your devices at the accommodation points indicated on the itinerary.

If you have luggage that is not necessary for the Inca Jungle Trek. This can be stored at your hotel in Cusco (most hotels offer this service for free). If your hotel does not offer this service, we will store your luggage safely at our office.

During our tour of the Inca Jungle, which starts from the upper Andes and descends to the thicket of the high jungle and Machu Picchu, there are no malaria, yellow fever cases, or similar. Therefore, it is not mandatory to have any vaccination for this route, what is recommended is to have a good insect repellent.

However, if you are planning to visit other places, please consult with your local travel doctor or clinic regarding your visit to South America. For example: vaccines for tetanus, diphtheria, and polio.

For a hike, we recommend that all customers arrive in Cusco at least 48 hours before the start of the trek as is the case of the Inca Jungle Trek. If you arrive at least 2 days earlier, this will help you to acclimatize to the altitude and start the adventure comfortably. In addition, we take advantage of this time to provide an informative session about the trek and if you have any remaining balance of payment you can deliver it. Finally please note that your remaining balance must be paid in cash at our office.

Our office hours are from Monday to Saturday from 9:00 am to 1:00 pm, and from 4:00 pm to 8:00 pm.

The Inka Jungle Tour to Machu Picchu is an outdoor activity that has certain limitations regarding sanitary facilities, however, this should not worry us. Because we will have accommodation every night and the advantage is that they have the respective toilet facilities. Likewise, on most of the routes, it is possible to find private toilets, which have an extra cost of between 1 and 2 soles.

The advantage of taking the Inca Jungle Tour to Machu Picchu is that in all the accommodations we can have electric light and power so it will be possible to recharge our cameras or cell phones. So, if necessary you can bring your charger, extra battery, or portable charger to recharge.

You will have telephone and internet signal on several sections of the Inca Jungle Tour as long as you get a chip from local operators CLARO or MOVISTAR. In addition, in the accommodations of Santa María, Santa Teresa, and Aguas Calientes it will be possible to receive a Wi-Fi signal. And the advantage is that it’s a complimentary service from the hotel, so there’s no extra cost.

Note: Sometimes the internet or wifi signal is not very good because it’s in a remote area.