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What is the Inca Jungle at Machu Picchu? The Inca Jungle tour is a tour that departs from the City of Cusco and ends in Machu Picchu, after 4 days and 3 nights after performing a series of adventure sports such as: cycling, trekking, canoeing and zip line. The Inca Jungle is one of the most popular tours in Peru.
What is the Inca Jungle route? The Inca Jungle begins in the city of Cusco and ends in Machu Picchu. During the journey you cross the Sacred Valley of the Incas, then enter the jungle eyebrow of Cusco to finally arrive at the Wonder of the World. This is the route during the 4 days of the tour:
1st. day: Cusco - Abra Málaga - Santa María Town.
2nd. day: Santa María - Thermal baths - Santa Teresa town.
3rd. day: Santa Teresa - Hydroelectric - Aguas Calientes town.
4th. day: Aguas Calientes - Machu Picchu - Cusco.
What is the height during the Inca Jungle? The Inca Jungle runs through its highest point in the so-called ‘Abra Málaga’ (4,230 masl). The lowest point is in the town of Aguas Calientes (2,000 m.a.s.l.), also known as Machu Picchu town. Map of the Inca Jungle Machu Picchu The Inca Jungle begins in the city of Cusco. After doing various adventure sports, visit the Inca City of Machu Picchu. The return to the city of Cusco is by train and bus. What is the weather like during the Inca Jungle? The climate during the Inca Jungle is varied. The coldest point is in Abra Málaga (average temperature of 9ºC during the day). Then we descend to the tropical climate of the jungle eyebrow. The warmest point is in the town of Santa Teresa (day temperature up to 26ºC). What is the flora and fauna like during the Inca Jungle? The Inca Jungle is characterized by the beautiful landscapes during the tour. Along the way you can see vizcachas, llamas, spectacled bears, cock of the rocks and a wide variety of orchids. In addition, plantations of bananas, mangoes, oranges and more are crossed. Does 4 days seem too long for the Inca Jungle? There is another 3-day service, which accelerates the pace of the walks to reach Machu Picchu earlier. However, the most popular Inca Jungle tour is the one that lasts 4 days. What sports does the Inca Jungle include? The Inca Jungle includes the following adventure sports: Cycling (included). Hike (included). Canoeing (not included). Zipline (not included). Who can do the Inca Jungle? The Inca Jungle is available for tourists of all ages. However, the tour is recommended for tourists in good physical shape. Older adults should consult their doctor before the tour. Minors must be accustomed to physical efforts and take the tour in the company of their parents. Sports in the Inca Jungle How is the tour of the Inca Jungle? Tours to the Inca Jungle may vary according to the travel agency. However, in general, everyone follows this itinerary: Day 1: Cusco - Santa María:
Pick up from the visitor's hotel.
Travel by bus from Cusco to ‘Abra Málaga’ through the Sacred Valley of the Incas.
Bike descent from ‘Abra Málaga’ to the town of Santa María.
Lunch.
Canoeing adventure on the Vilcanota river (Optional).
Accommodation in Santa María.
Day 2: Santa María - Santa Teresa:
Breakfast.
Walk from Santa María to Santa Teresa through ancient Inca trails.
Lunch in the town of Kellomayo.
Relax in the thermal baths of Cocalmayo.
Dinner and lodging in the town of Santa Teresa.
Day 3: Santa Teresa - Aguas Calientes:
Breakfast.
Adventure in the Zip Line (optional).
Walk to the ‘Hydroelectric’ station.
Lunch.
'Hydroelectric' walk to the town of Aguas Calientes.
Dinner and lodging in Aguas Calientes (Machu Picchu town).
Day 4: Aguas Calientes - Cusco:
Breakfast.
Trekking up from Aguas Calientes to Machu Picchu (optional take bus).
Tour with a tour guide through Machu Picchu.
Free visit to Machu Picchu.
Descent walk from Machu Picchu to Aguas Calientes (optional take bus).
Return by train from Aguas Calientes to Ollantaytambo.
Return by bus from Ollantaytambo to Cusco.
Cycling during the Inca Jungle
The first sport that is performed in the Inca Jungle is cycling. This tour begins at the highest point of the journey in the Abra Málaga (4,230 masl / 13,877 ft).
From there you descend in the company of an expert guide for 2 or 3 hours until you reach the town of Santa María.
Cycling is included in all tours to the Inca Jungle.
Canoeing during the Inca Jungle
Boating is an optional sport during the Inca Jungle.
It is carried out in the waters of the Vilcanota river in the company of an expert guide.
The difficulty of the adventure depends on the time of year.
Between April to October, the waters are suitable for exciting low-risk tours.
Between November to March, the river is only suitable for boating experts.
Trekking to Machu Picchu in the Inca Jungle
At various points of the Inca Jungle walks are made.
The trek from Santa María to Santa Teresa covers ancient Inca trails.
The section from Santa Teresa to Aguas Calientes, crosses one of the most incredible landscapes before reaching Machu Picchu.
The Cocalmayo thermal baths are an optional stop during the Inca Jungle.
The pools are outdoors and have a temperature of up to 44ºC.
This section is an opportunity to relax after several hours of walking.
Zip Line during the Inca Jungle
This extreme sport is one more option during the Inca Jungle.
It takes place in the town of Santa Teresa, at the beginning of the third day.
The experience is doubly incredible due to the beauty of the landscape.
Then, the visitors meet the group to continue the trip to Machu Picchu.
Tours to the Inca Jungle: everything you need to know Is the Inca Jungle dangerous?
The Inca Jungle is a safe adventure.
The tour is carried out in the company of a professional tour guide trained in solving emergency situations.
What does the Inca Jungle tour include?
In general, an Inca Jungle tour includes the following:
Transportation to the ‘Abra Málaga’.
Professional guide throughout the tour.
Bicycle and safety implement.
3 nights of lodging (in Santa María, Santa Teresa and Aguas Calientes).
Food during the tour (breakfast, lunch and dinner).
Entrance to Machu Picchu.
Transportation by train from Aguas Calientes to Ollantaytambo.
Transportation by bus from Ollantaytambo to Cusco.
Optional services in the Inca Jungle:
Entrance to the Cocalmayo Thermal Baths.
Boating service and its implements.
Zip line service and its implements.
Transportation by bus (from Aguas Calientes to Machu Picchu and vice versa).
How to reserve the Inca Jungle?
Inca Jungle reservations are made at a tourism agency through the internet.
It is also possible to buy the tour directly from a tourism agency located in the Historic Center of Cusco.
Is the Inca Jungle difficult?
The Inca Jungle has a moderate difficulty. Adventure sports do not require significant physical effort.
In total, approximately 35 kilometers of trekking are traveled on easy routes of great scenic beauty.
How much does the Inca Jungle cost?
The Inca Jungle has an approximate cost of 300 U $ D. However, this price varies according to the tourism agency and the quality of the service they provide.
When is the best time to do the Inca Jungle?
The best time to do the Inca Jungle at Machu Picchu is in the dry season (from April to October).
During those months, the days are sunnier, the colder nights and the rains are unusual. Those days are ideal for outdoor excursions.
What to bring to the Inca Jungle?
It is recommended to take the following to the Inca Jungle tour:
Cap or hat.
Sunscreen.
Mosquito repellent.
Trekking shoes.
Canteen with water.
Cotton clothes for 4 days.
Rain poncho (in case of precipitation).
Bathing suit and towel (for the Cocalmayo thermal baths).
Trekking backpack.
Extra cash (in case you need it).
Photographic camera.
Tips during the Inca Jungle The Inca Jungle at Machu Picchu is one of the most incredible experiences in Peru. To fully enjoy this adventure it is recommended to consider the following:
The Inca Jungle is recommended for young people of any nationality. However, there are cases of adults with advanced age who want to do this adventure.
The Inca Jungle does not travel places that can cause soroche (altitude sickness). However, it is recommended to acclimatize at least 1 day in the city of Cusco before starting the tour.
Not in good physical shape? The Inca Jungle is not difficult. It is recommended to prepare physically at least only 1 week before the tour.
Don't feel ready for extreme sports? Many sports in the Inca Jungle are only optional.
Do you want to do the Inca Jungle with your group of friends or family? There are private tours. You only have to request it at the tourism agency of your choice.
The Abra Malaga is a route that starts in the town of Ollantaytambo, Cusco and runs along the 28B Ollantaytambo - Quillabamba road through unique Andean ecosystems. This route contains two types of well-defined areas: El Abra (4,297 meters above sea level) and the lower zone (Carrizales 3,245 meters above sea level). The birds you can see are rare and highly sought after. The predominant ecosystem is the rain forest Montano Tropical or cloud forest in the Carrizales area, with low-rise tree forests covered by epiphytic plants and also some bamboo areas. In the Abra Málaga, at 4,200 meters high, we are in a tropical rainforest-Montano moor, with small Polylepis forests at the basin births.
History
The birdlife in this area of Peru
was studied since 1869 by Sclater and Salvin, Berlepsch and Stolzmann (1906).
In 1915 an expedition of the Geographical Society Machu Picchu is made, directed by Frank M. Chapman and George K. Cherrie (July 1-24, 1916), and by Harry L. Watkins (April 3-25, 1917).
From September 1974, June 1976, 1977 and 1978, October 1978 and August 1979, personnel from the Zoological Museum of Louisiana State University (LSU) visited the valley to conduct an inventory and increase knowledge of birds and small mammals. Three main camps were made along the Ollantaytambo-Quillabamba road through the Abra Málaga (3900 m), and a fourth was in Kiteni (450 m), after Quillabamba.
Starting from Ollantaytambo, the first place to visit is Las Peñas, located 15 Kms from the town. Named for having remains of Inca stone constructions in place. In the surroundings, between the bushes and at the edge of the road you can see: Cuzco Brush-finch, Chestnut-breasted Mountain-finch, Tyrian Metaltail, Shining Sunbeam, White-tufted Sunbeam, Puna Tapaculo, White-browed Conebill.
Another place of interest is the descent of the Abra, on the way to Quillabamba, where the good places are the Vegetation patches around the track, there you can see the Puna Thistletail, Unstreaked Tit-tyrant, Creamy-crested Spinetail, Diademed Tapaculo, Thrush- like Wren, Rufous-chested Tanager, Buff-breasted Mountain-tanager, Chestnut-bellied Mountain-tanager, Scarlet-bellied Mountain-tanager, White-bellied Hummingbird.
The Abra Málaga Thastayoc is the highest point of the route and is the safest and most accessible area to see the Royal Cinclodes. To do this you must follow the path that starts at the checkpoint, located at the highest point of the Abra. From there follow the path until you reach a Polylepis forest located at 4,150 meters high. You can also see the Stripe-headed Antpitta, Blue-mantled Thornbill, Shining Sunbeam, Puna Tapaculo, White-browed Tit-spinetail, Tawny Tit-Spinetail. The route for this forest is very rugged and long. It takes 2-3 hours to travel.
Weather
The weather is rainy between the months of November to April, and temperate with infrequent rains between the months of May to October. The temperature varies from -5 degrees in the Abra Málaga to 20 degrees in the Carrizales area.
Policies
Along the road it is not necessary to make any payment. To enter the Cinclodes route, it is necessary to pay an entrance fee, differentiated for Nationals and Foreigners. This payment is made at the checkpoint. Here you have bathrooms.
INFORMATION OF INCA JUNGLE
The Hot Springs of Santa Teresa are the most beautiful in Cusco. They are immersed in nature, on the banks of the Urubamba River and at the foot of the mountain.
A unique experience to enjoy during your trip to Cusco, where you can relax your body and mind while contemplating the native landscape.
The hot springs of Santa Teresa are located in Cocalmayo, Sacred Valley of the Incas, Cusco. The thermal complex, located at a height of 1,600 m.a.s.l., is built on the slopes of the mountain and on the banks of the Urubamba River. A unique space, where visitors enjoy a pleasant moment immersed in the warm waters of Santa Teresa while contemplating a unique natural beauty.
The thermal baths of Santa Teresa are conformed by three pools of different sizes and depths, which are supplied with medicinal water that varies between 40ºC and 44ºC. Medicinal waters have healing properties to treat skin ulcers, bone pain and rheumatism.
The Santa Teresa Hot Springs pools are surrounded by nature. Its bottom is composed of soft sand and is surrounded by rocks, vegetation, the sound of the Urubamba River and the mountain. Near the pools, there are jets of cold water coming from the Uripata lagoons, which provide a very pleasant feeling. And a hydromassage system.
The Santa Teresa hot springs are fully equipped with bathrooms, showers, dressing rooms, soccer fields, camping space, cafeteria, kiosk (where visitors can buy food and drinks) and a viewpoint. It is a very nice place to rest after visiting the ruins of Machu Picchu, the Inca roads, Choquequirao and other tours in Cusco.
The hot springs are open every day of the year, almost 24 hours a day. Its wide time slot allows you to enjoy the starry nights inside the pools, which is amazing since the stars are reflected in the crystal clear water as if it were a mirror.
Chemical composition of the water in the Santa Teresa hot springs: The thermal baths of Santa Teresa differ from the other thermal waters of Peru by their crystalline waters. The thermal waters of Cocalmayo or Santa Teresa are composed of minerals such as calcium, sodium, bicarbonate, sulfate, magnesium, among others.
TRAVEL TYPE! Do not forget to bring mosquito repellent to your visit to the Hot Springs of Santa Teresa. Nature gives us a unique and unique setting in these medicinal waters, but also presents the typical insects of the jungle areas. With a repellent you will avoid small mosquito bites. How to get to the hot springs of Santa Teresa? The Hot Springs of Santa Teresa (or Cocalmayo, as many know them) are located at kilometer 135 of the former Cusco - Quillabamba railway line, on the left bank of the Urubamba River.
To get to the thermal baths from the city of Cusco you can choose to do it by bus, bicycle, motorcycle, train or quadricycle. By Bus from Cusco to Santa Teresa You must go to the Cruz del Sur - Santiago bus terminal, in the city of Cusco. There, take the bus that goes to the district of Santa María. This journey (Cusco City - Santa María) lasts approximately 5 hours.
Once in the town of Santa María, take a taxi or a means of transport to Santa Teresa. The duration is approximately one hour. Having arrived in the town of Santa Teresa, walk for 20 minutes to the thermal baths or take a taxi whose journey lasts only 10 minutes. By train from Cusco to Santa Teresa Go to the San Pedro train station, in the city of Cusco. Get off at the end of the tour, at the hydroelectric power station.
From there take a taxi, combi or walk to the Plaza de Armas de Santa Teresa. From this place, return to take a shuttle service to the thermal baths (this last journey takes approximately 10 minutes). While if you want to do it walking, it will last approximately 20 minutes.
If you want to reach the thermal baths of Santa Teresa from the hydroelectric power station, you should know that the journey will take approximately 2 hours. By train from Ollantaytambo to Santa Teresa If you are in Ollantaytambo and bought your train ticket to Machu Picchu, get off at the hydroelectric power station and, as it says in the previous point, take a taxi or patch up to Santa Teresa (20 minutes) Or walk to the thermal baths about 2 hours . By bike or motorcycle to Santa Teresa Some tour operators offer bike tours as part of their Adventure Tourism program. Usually, the tours last 4 days. inca jungle It starts from the city of Cusco to Ollantaytambo, then to the Abra de Malaga reserve, located at 4,350 m.a.s.l. surrounding the snowy Urubamba and continue to the district of Santa María.
The next day, the trip continues to Santa Teresa where you can enjoy the hot spring night. The tour ends in Machu Picchu Pueblo to visit the ruins of Machu Picchu the next day.
This excursion is also done by motorcycle, in this case the duration of the tour is shorter. The best time to visit the thermal baths of Santa Teresa The best time to go to the Hot Springs of Santa Teresa (Cocalmayo) is during the months of April to October. Santa Teresa in recent years has grown quite a lot due to the investments that have been made in accommodation, restaurants and other tourist services.
Santa Teresa - Cocalmayo Hot Springs prices The values of the tickets to the Termas de Santa Teresa in Cusco belong to the 2018 tariff. Foreign adult ……………………… S /. 10 National adult …………………………. S /. 5 Local Adult ………………………………. S /. 2.50
Cocalmayo thermal baths There is nothing better than taking a hot bath in nature, while enjoying a drink of “aguaymanto”. Taking a bath in the Thermal Baths of Cocalmayo, is a great experience. It is situated between a huge river and a small mountain. In Cocalmayo bathers can enjoy outdoor swimming pools fed by natural hot springs, built between a small mountain full of vegetation and the Urubamba river. You will find 3 swimming pools of different sizes and depths. The water temperature varies between 38 and 44 ºC and unlike most hot springs in Peru, it has clear waters. Cold showers are very close to the pools, the water comes from the Uripata lagoons and is very refreshing; The mixture of waters will give you a very comforting feeling.
Inca jungle to machu picchu The benefits: Located at 1,600 m.a.s.l. Its waters are rich in essential minerals such as sodium, magnesium, bicarbonate, calcium, sulfate and others, which have healing properties on the skin, bones, muscles and joints. Where are the thermal baths of Cocalmayo? The thermal baths of Cocalmayo are in the valley of the Urubamba River (Vilcanota) in a cozy and relaxing place, its naturally heated pools reach 44 ºC. They are located 20 minutes from the town of Santa Teresa in the province of the Convention, in Cusco - Peru; precisely at kilometer 135 of the railway line between Cusco and Quillabamba, at 1,600 m.a.s.l.
CHOQUEQUIRAO TREK
You can visit the architectural complex Choquequirao is situated in Vilcabamba at 3100 meters, considered the last Inka refuge and place of resistance from the invaders, when doing this trek you will enjoy beautiful scenery, you'll see the impressive Apurimac Canyon, flora and wildlife along the path. This route offers a strenuous but formidable journey due to the various existing ecosystems.
Useful Information
- Starting Altitude - 2900m / 9515ft. - Highest Altitude - 3050m / 10,005ft - Walking Distance - 64 km / 40 miles - Longest Day - Day 1, approximately 25 km/15.5 miles - Overall Difficulty - Difficult
INCA JUNGLE TO MACHU PICCHU
Our Inca Jungle Trail classic To Machu Picchu combines adventure sports such as mountain biking, rafting, zip line, hot spring and trekking for 4 days until you reach Machu Picchu and one of the additional mountains "Machu Picchu Mountain" or "Huaynapicchu". The Inca Jungle route is the favorite tour for young people from all over the world who come to Cusco in search of deferent adventures and extreme sports. As a Tourism Agency located in Cusco we offer a differentiated service; with an exclusive route, trained guides (real command of English, local history and adventure sports), bicycles equipped for downhill, the safest rafting and zipline services. We recommend our passengers book in advance to have everything insured and avoid unnecessary risks such as loss of equipment, lack of access to Machu Picchu, Machu Picchu Mountain, Huayna Picchu or even worse, being stranded in Aguas Calientes (no return train). This tour is one of the classic routes full of adrenaline to the Inca citadel of Machu Picchu.
INCA QAURRY TREK TO MACHU PICCHU
The quarry of Cachicata was the place of extraction of the stones that were used for the construction of Ollantaytambo and many surrounding areas. This place is 9 kilometers from the Inca town of Ollantaytambo and has three groups of quarries: Molle Pucro, Sirkusirkuyoc (it was the largest), shows evidence of having been in full operation when the Spaniards entered this area. And finally Kantirayoq or Cacchicata, where another type of extraction of minerals and precious stones was practiced.
Useful Information
- Starting Altitude - 3350 meters / 10990 feet . - Highest Altitude - 4500m / 14,764ft - Walking Distance - 25 km / 15.5 miles - Meals - 2 breakfast, 2 lunch, 2 dinner, 2 tea times, 2 wake up tea - Overall Difficulty - Moderate - STARTING POINT: - Cusco at your hotel
DAY 1: CUSCO – ABRA MALAGA - SANTA MARIA (BIKING)
we will pick you up between 6:00 to 6.30 am, then we will leave the city seeing beautiful natural surroundings of Sacred Valley at about 2700 m.a.s.l. Arriving at the town of ollantaytambo we start the 46 km. uphill to the abra malaga (Mountain Pass at 4350 m.a.s.l.) approx. Here, we will change the biking kit provided (gloves and helmet) and receive a 20-minute briefing by our tour guide. After, start our descent by bicycle, passing by little rustic villages, fruit groves and streams arriving at the small village of Santa Maria, we’ll traverse the pass by bike toward wamanmarca (3 hours. After the bike ride, we’ll take a mini-bus to town of Santa Maria.
DAY 2: SANTA MARIA – SANTA TERESA (TREKKING)
Alrededor de las 7:00 a.m. será el momento de despertar, después de lo cual tendremos la oportunidad de disfrutar de un buen desayuno típico y una buena taza de café casero en el medio de la naturaleza. Alrededor de las 8:00 AM , we will begin hiking the Inca Jungle to the town of Santa Rosa (about 1 hour), touring this ancestral part of the Inca Trail network known as the Qhapaq Ñan. Here we will see numerous birds, including parrots, hummingbirds, and eagles, and also plantations of coca (the Sacred Leaf of the Incas), coffee, yucca, and fruit trees (orange, mango, and banana). We will have a little break and talk with people from the community of Pispitayuc, where we will relax in hammocks and enjoy the antics of monkeys and capisos. We’ll restart the trek, taking in the beautiful and dramatic landscapes of the Vilcabamba mountain range. After this viewpoint, the trail descends to the small village of Qellomayo. We’ll have lunch here and then begin the last part of the trek, approximately 2 more hours. We end up at the Cocalmayo hot springs (optional) and afterwards reach the town of Santa Teresa.
DAY 3: SANTA TERESA - AGUAS CALIENTES (TREKKING)
Around 7 a. M., After a typical breakfast, we will prepare to continue exploring the paths that were followed by the first expeditionaries who discovered the Machu Pichu and other important archaeological complexes. In Santa Teresa there is a zip line, and we divide the group again between those who booked the zip line and those who chose the trekking. The group of zip lines will be taken to the activity in which they will spend around two hours touring the valley, enjoying spectacular landscapes as they fly by. After the activity, they will be taken by bus to the area known as "the hydroelectric". The rest of the group will walk for approx. 3 hours through the valley until you reach the hydroelectric plant, where the whole group will meet again for lunch. After a break we continue walking along the railroad, enjoying beautiful waterfalls, coca and coffee farms and much more. After 3 hours walking we arrived at Aguas Calientes, also called Machu Picchu Pueblo, around 4 pm. in this place our hostel awaits us with hot water and wi-fi, we spend the third and last night
DAY 4: MACHU PICCHU - CUSCO
After an early breakfast at the hotel, we walk uphill to Machu Picchu at 5:00 am. or take the bus from Aguas Calientes to Machu Picchu (Optional bus $16 each way), upon arrival at the Citadel we can appreciate the enigmatic beauty and the incomparable example of architectural perfection and hydraulics of one of the 7 Wonders of the Modern World, we will have a guided tour of about 2 hours, where we can appreciate the Main Plaza, the Circular Tower, Intihuatana, The Royal Quarters, the Temple of the Three Windows and the Cemetery, you are then given free time to stroll around the citadel . You will have all morning in Machu Picchu to take pictures, maybe to climb the Wayna Picchu or Machu Picchu Mountain, enjoy this mystical place. Then we´ll descend by bus to Aguas Calientes for lunch and then calmly return by train to Ollantaytambo where our tourist transport to the city of Cusco will be expecting us, and will later transfer you to your hotel.
Our Inca Jungle Trail combination of biking and hiking. With the help of our bikes we ride for 6 hours downhill first crossing the sacred snow fields to get to the cloud forest enroute to Machu Picchu. In the next couple of days we will see more fantastic views among the mountains, valleys and passing by small villages, coca leaf plantations, other different plants & fruits and the famous coffee tree of these hot valleys.We will also be able to see the old Inka Trail and the sacred river of the Incas called Urubamba, arriving to the small town of Aguas Calientes and Machu Picchu
