Inka Trail Low Jungle Trek to Machupicchu 4D/3N

DAY 1.- CUSCO – ABRA MALAGA – NARANJAL  CALDERA (L) (D)

In the morning we will pick you up from respective hotels and head in our transport to the area of Santa Maria, first passing through the Sacred Valley and towns like Ollantaytambo before reaching the highest point called Abra de Malaga, located at 4350 meters above sea level, and about 150 km from Cusco city.  On this day we will enjoy picturesque landscapes of the Sacred Valley before ascending to Malaga with some opportunities to see snow-capped mountaintops in the distance.  Then, we descend into a change of geography from Andes to the edge of jungle terrain (mountain jungle) down to an altitude of 1300 m.a.s.l. where the climate warms significantly and is full of vegetation.  We will pass through small towns named Alfamayo, Huamanmarca (site of an Incan archeological complex), Amaybamba, Huyro, Huayopata, Santa Maria, and Chaullay before reaching Naranjal where we will walk about 30 minutes to Caldera.  In Caldera we will spend our first night of this adventure in camping and have the rest of the afternoon and evening to view many plants and typical flowers of the area such as fruit trees and orchids, as well as birds and butterflies.  Naranjal is located at 1319 meters above sea level, belonging to the low-jungle area of Vilcabamba.

DAY 2.- HIKE TO THE WATERFALL OF CALDERA (B) (L) (D)

After breakfast in the morning, we will take a nature hike to view a beautiful water fall in the Caldera area.  This is a somewhat anonymous and protected area, not followed by many tourists, and the trail is rugged and un-groomed.  It’s an opportunity to see nature at its best, a variety of flora and fauna, refreshing clean water in a perfectly warm climate and enjoy this warm climate in an unforgettable area of this trek that is jungle-like, full of green nature, fruit trees, pretty mountains, rivers, valleys and exotic animals and birds of the region, one of them being the Gallito de Las Rocas (a jungle Bird of the Rocks)while also offering a history of the Incan people of long ago.  Later we return to the campsite to have lunch with more time to explore the fruit trees of the area (orange, lima, lemon, papaya, mandarin, banana, etc.).  You can pick and eat the fresh fruit in its natural habitat, then head to see the process of natural coffee and cocoa production that many habitants of this area are dedicated to.  Some other plants grown in the area include beans, yucca, avocados, amongst a variety of other vegetables and herbs cultivated here.

DAY 3.- NARANJAL – SANTA TERESA – HIDRO – AGUAS CALIENTES (B) (L)

After breakfast we continue on our trip with destination of Santa Teresa and finally Hidroelectrica in transport.  We will have lunch along the way and a deserved rest before continuing on foot to Aguas Calientes town.  Along the way is again the full flora and fauna of the zone, as well as some Incan constructions and terraces that lead to and are built at the base of (and are an important part in conserving) the famous Machu Picchu.  Once we arrive to Aguas Calientes town (located at 2000 m) we will check-in to respective hostels.

DAY 4: AGUAS CALIENTES-MACHUPICCHU-CUSCO (B)

After breakfast provided in-hotel, we walk to the bus station to take the approximately 30 minute drive up the mountain to the entrance of Machu Picchu (2400 m) with opportunity to see the sunrise over this beautiful citadel and enjoy few other tourists around at this time.  The guided tour includes visiting the principal plaza, Circular Tower, Sun Dial, living quarters, Temple of the Three Windows, and cemeteries.  Later you will have free time to explore and take more photos.  Finally, we catch the descending bus back to Aguas Calientes town where we will catch the return train to Cusco city.

Note:  there is option to climb Waynapicchu Mountain if booked in advance due to limited spaces.

PROGRAM INCLUDES:

• Complete information of the tour by your guide in a briefing prior to your trip
• Tourist transportation until the start of the hike (Cusco – Naranjal)
• Professional English / Spanish guide
• Meals according to the program + organic local products
• Vegetarian food at request, no extra charge
• Chef & Assistant chef
• Porters & donkey (carry food, kitchen supplies, tents, etc)
• Camping Equipment (tents, mattresses, kitchen & dining tents)
• 2 nights camping in Caldera
• 1 night hotel in Aguas Calientes
• Entrance ticket to Machu Picchu
• Bus Tickets Aguas Calientes / Machu Picchu / Aguas Calientes
• First Aid kit including emergency oxygen tank
• Return Tourism-class train ticket Aguas Calientes /Ollantaytambo or Poroy
• Final transfer to hotel in Cusco

PROGRAM DOES NOT INCLUDE:

• 1st Day Breakfast
• Last day lunch & dinner
• Sleeping bag (quality down sleeping bags can be rented)
• Extra Porters (can be reserved in advance)
• Entrance to Waynapicchu or Machupicchu Mountain (can be booked in advance)
• Walking Stick (we can rent if needed)
• Entrance tickets to hot springs, tips

What You Should Bring!

• Original Passport (for check-in to the points)
• Day backpack
• Plastic bag to cover backpack
• Sleeping bag (we can rent)
• Clothing for both cold and warm weather
• Warm clothing and rainproof
• Waterproof and warm jackets and/or rain poncho
• Hiking shoes or boots
• Hiking pants
• Shirts
• Mosquito repellant or insect repellent
• Walking stick (we can rent)
• Sunhat,
• Sun block,
• Disinfectant hand gel
• Towel + toilet paper
• Water bottle and sterilizing water tablets
• Personal medication
• Camera with extra batteries
• Plastic bag to cover camera
• Flashlight or head-lamp
• Small personal snacks (chocolate bars, candies, granola bars, dried fruits and nuts)
• Extra spending money in Soles (for Hot Springs, drinks, tips, etc).

GROUP SERVICE PRICE:

Sale $ 550.00 USD

PRIVATE SERVICE:

STUDENT DISCOUNT:

$20 off per person

Discounts:

1. Students: Those who have the ISIC card valid, in the event that you book under a student rate with this benefit, you will need to bring the original card (not a copy) to show it at the control points throughout the route.
2. Children: Between 7 and 16 years (at the start of the Trek) pay the student rate, however they must show a copy of their passports.
3. Children under 6 years: They have a 30% discount.

Important: discounts are not available in any private service.

ADDITIONAL ITEMS:

As you see in our Additional Items under Trip Overview, there are several optional upgrades you can include in this trip. Below is a quick list of prices, but check our Overview section for more details.

Upgrades

Huaynapicchu: $70 per person
Vistadome Train (Round Trip): $65 per person
HOTEL INCLUDED:
Waman Hotel or Hatun Inti Classic (or similar)
This is a 3 star hotel and is based on sharing a room – either double, matrimonial or triple. There is a single room surcharge if you are booking alone of $30 US per person. Rooms all include private bathrooms with hot showers and wifi. We can also upgrade your hotel if you prefer something a little fancier. Please remember that the service you receive in Aguas Calientes will not be quite as good as Cusco. Below is a list of possible upgrade options, but we can work with most hotels in Aguas Calientes.

Casa Andina: $40 US pp shared ($110 for a single)
Casa del Sol: $60 US pp shared ($150 for a single)
Tierra Viva: +$60 US pp shared (+$150 for a single)
El Mapi: +$70 US pp shared (+$170 for a single)

HOW TO BOOK

It’s always a good idea to contact us directly and confirm with our team before your booking. Once you are ready, please fill in our Booking Form and pay the Deposit according your Invoice.. Our office will email you back that day with your confirmation. We always send out confirmations, so if you don’t hear from us, check your spam or contact our offie and we will resend.

Rentals

• Hiking poles pare – US$10.00
• Bag Pack – US$20.00
• Extra Porter USD120.00