Inca Jungle Trek to Machu Picchu – Biking, Rafting & Trekking

Join us in an expedition to the Vilcanota Range. This 2-day trek will take us over some of the best locations in the Ausangate area, deep in the valleys carved in between the north and northwest faces of the Andean Peak. We will visit several glacier-fed lakes along the trail, each one with a distinctive coloring. Prepare to be amazed by snowcapped peaks, Andean Puna, wildlife and a challenging adventure in the heights of the Andes.

Who is this trek for?

This experience is for those hikers looking for an adventure far from the crowds and close to the wilderness in the Peruvian Backcountry. It is a moderately challenging trip over mountain passes, next to glaciers and with several stops to admire stunning lakes. This experience requires altitude adaptation and moderate fitness condition to tame the challenges along the route.

The Ancascocha Trek to Machu Picchu is an incredible trail! Earning its nickname as the Hidden Inca Trail or even more apt the Super Inca Trail. The trek follows a path that takes you through lush green towering mountains, deep blue icy lakes, pristine waterfalls and so much more natural splendor.

Visit the small Inca archeological site of Inka Rakay. Indulge your senses at the summit of Aqocasa pass (4 686m) with its intense rusty-red color. Enjoy the Huayanay glacier that towers above the most picturesque landscape you will ever experience in your life. Yellow and purple blossoms color the plains, find hundreds of species of butterflies and other exotic fauna and the night skies are perforated with the undiluted light of a million stars. To around off this once in a lifetime adventure, encounter enroute isolated indigenous communities still maintaining a very simplistic lifestyle living off the land alone and speaking the ancient Inca language, Quechua.

Finally step into your guided tour of the UNESCO World Heritage site and New 7 Wonder of the World: Machu Picchu!

Our Huchuy Qosqo Hike is one of the shortest and least demanding treks to Machu Picchu. We have designed a unique package jam packed with enticing surprises. Look forward to just one full day of trekking, with the rest being a relaxed affair of exploration by private transportation and train. The picturesque hike follows a path that hugs the mountains side with stunning views of snow covered mountain tops, exotic vegetation that grows abundantly in this regions fertile soil and a sweeping view of the entire Sacred Valley of the Incas. The first night´s accommodation is spent in an isolated village, so you can fully immerse yourself in an untainted indigenous culture of Peru. Our homestay is conveniently located close to the seldom visited Inca site of Huchuy Qosqo, “Little Cusco”.

Our specially designed trip, includes three of the most popular destinations in the Sacred Valley, the Archeological site of Ollantaytambo, home to the last and hardest fought battles between the Inca Empire and the Spanish conquistadors, the experimental farming archeological site of Moray and the even more impressive Pre-Inca Maras Salt  Mines. The tour culminates with a 2 hour guided tour of the iconic and incomparable Archeological site of Machu Picchu.

Our specialization is in trekking “off the beaten track.” The Inca Quarry Trek to Machu Picchu is a personally designed and seldom visited trek that takes you through incomparable landscapes and remote Inca Ruins. Trek along cascading waterfalls and panoramic views of the Andean Mountain landscape from the apex of a towering mountain.

This trail is home to ancient Inca aqueducts that will transport you back in history, to timeless Inca stonemason’s unmatched masterpieces. Visit the old Inca quarry from where the Incas carved the rocks to build the important Ollantaytambo Inca city, the impressive gate to Machu Picchu. Take time to explore the living Inca city of Ollantaytambo and hike up to the dusted remnants of the old Inca hillside storehouses. Then enjoy true luxury at the exclusive Veronica View Hotel! On your final day, will be the long awaited tour to explore and experience the magical UNESCO World Heritage site: Machu Picchu!

ORANGE NATION PERU is the only tour operator with its own scenic and cultural trek route, that TREKS COMPLETELY OFF THE BEATEN PATH with the LARES TREK TO MACHU PICCHU.

Look forward to interacting with one of the oldest and most authentic indigenous cultures of Peru. Come across locals in isolated villages still wearing their beautiful, kaleidoscopic traditional outfits and speaking Quechua, an indigenous language of Peru that was the primary spoken language during the Inca Empire. Find yourself trekking through stunning mountain landscape, with imposing snowcapped mountain peaks, brilliant turquoise lakes that gleam in the sunlight and on clear nights settle under a blanket of stars that stretch to infinity. The air you breath is clean and fresh and feels crisp against your skin. Finally, conquer this moderately challenging trail to one of the New 7 Wonders of the Modern World, for the most captivating and all-encompassing adventures of your life.

Due to lack of time the 3 day Lares Trek is unable to visit the Lares Hot Springs which is possible on the 4 day Lares Trek.

Summit & Sanctuary

Master the full scale of the Andes in a comprehensive, 5-day mountain odyssey. This is a tactical wilderness immersion engineered for travelers who want to absorb the 4,630m Salkantay Pass and the 2026 Machu Picchu Citadel at a sophisticated, steady pace.

The route leverages a Day 2 summit push, allowing for critical Day 1 acclimatization at our Soraypampa Sky Domes. Your journey is an elite wilderness immersion, transitioning from the jagged Salkantay glaciers to the organic coffee farms of the high jungle.

• Route: 62km (38 miles) total
• Summit: 4,630m Day 2 peak.
• Service: WFR-Guides & Private Chef.
• Reveal: Rare Llactapata views.

Our Sky Domes

• Glass Roofs: Stargaze from bed.
• En-suite: Private bathrooms.
• Recovery: On-site Sauna & Jacuzzi.
• Connect: Cloud Forest Wi-Fi.

Highlights

• Day 2 Summit: 4,630m Salkantay Pass.
• Humantay Lake: Crystalline blue.
• Salkantay Lake: Private glacial view.
• Sky Domes: High-altitude luxury.
• Coffee Route: Farm-to-cup tour.
• Llactapata: 2026 Citadel vista.
• Seven Snakes: Historic zigzag path.
• Gourmet: Fresh, organic field meals.
• High Jungle: Exotic flora & birds.
• Hot Springs: Cocalmayo soak included.
• Expert Lead: 2026 Citadel tour.

Glacier to Citadel

Experience the ultimate 4-day Salkantay trek and summit the 4,630m pass, stay in exclusive Sky Domes with private bathrooms and saunas, and explore the Llactapata Inca ruins for a unique 2026 view of Machu Picchu.

• Style: High-altitude glacier to jungle
• Service: Sky Domes & 3-star hotel
• Level: Strenuous 4,630m alpine trek
• Groups: Small for personalized care

Our Sky Domes

• Privacy: Private rooms and bathrooms.
• Views: Unobstructed glacier vistas.
• Wellness: On-site Jacuzzi and Sauna.
• Digital: Starlink Wi-Fi available.
• Dining: Cozy panoramic meal hall.
• Comfort: Hotel-grade beds and linen.

Highlights

• Summit: 4,630m Salkantay Glacier
• Rare View: Machu Picchu from afar
• Domes: Glass roofs & private bath
• 2026 Plan: Circuit 1 & 3 Bundle
• Spa: Private Jacuzzi & Sauna
• Coffee: Organic farm-to-cup tour
• Porter: 7kg personal gear included
• Nature: Glaciers to high jungle
• Tour: Private Citadel exploration

Dual Glacial Experience

Skip the crowded 1-day bus tours and claim the high-altitude silence of the Vilcabamba Range. This 2-day tactical expedition is engineered for trekkers who demand exclusive, structural access to the Salkantay wilderness. By overnighting in our private Soraypampa Sky Dome Camp (3,900m), you gain a massive tactical advantage: reaching the turquoise lakes and the 4,650m pass during the golden hours of the morning, long before the standard midday crowds arrive from Cusco.

This is a high-performance alpine challenge that rewards the bold with the most dramatic, crystal-clear vistas of the Salkantay and Humantay glaciers while maintaining the comfort of a thermal sanctuary.

• The Distance covers a 22km (13.6 miles) total mountain trek.
• The Summit conquers the 4,650m (15,367ft) Salkantay Pass.
• The Pace is a 2-day high-impact glacial traverse.
• The Lodgings features Sky Domes with Private Bathrooms.

Our Sky Domes

The Soraypampa Sky Dome Camp provides a practical, thermal alternative to camping at the base of Mount Salkantay. Each insulated dome is a private sanctuary featuring real beds, electricity, and charging outlets. Most importantly, every dome includes an en-suite private bathroom with a hot shower, offering a level of hygiene and comfort not typically found at 3,900 meters.

Stay protected from the freezing Andean nights while enjoying panoramic views of the Humantay and Salkantay glaciers through specialized viewing windows. Your Sky Dome experience includes:

• Private En-suite featuring a dedicated hot shower and toilet in every dome.
• Thermal Comfort in an insulated, stand-alone mountain structure with real beds.
• Glass-Walled Dining strategically positioned for sunset views over the snowcapped Vilcabamba Range.
• Modern Utilities including electricity, charging stations, and Wi-Fi access at 3,900m

Highlights

• The Soraypampa Advantage allows you to reach the Humantay silt banks as the day-trip crowds depart.
• The Salkantay Sentinel offers a front-row view of the 6,271m peak from our glass-fronted dining hall.
• High-Altitude Solitude is found at our private campsite at Soyroccocha, far above the valley noise.
• The Salkantay Masterpiece includes a quiet detour to the hidden, rock-rimmed Salkantay Lake.
• The 4,650m Summit crosses the legendary Salkantay Pass for views of the Vilcabamba glaciers.
• Crystalline Immersion delivers 100% turquoise waters at a breathless 4,200m in the morning light.
• The Alpine Challenge is a demanding 22km mountain circuit designed for a realistic, high-output pace.
• The Recovery Advantage concludes with a quality celebratory lunch before a private return to Cusco.