4-Day Jungle Adventure to Machu Picchu: Biking, Ziplining, Rafting and Hiking
Traveler rating
4.9/5
Based on 82 traveler reviews. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Quick answer
Is 4-Day Jungle Adventure to Machu Picchu: Biking, Ziplining, Rafting and Hiking worth booking?
4-Day Jungle Adventure to Machu Picchu: Biking, Ziplining, Rafting and Hiking is a 96-hour experience in Cusco, Peru, from $719 per person. It scores 67 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Solid Choice”, based on a 4.9/5 rating across 82 reviews. This booking is non-refundable, so pick your date carefully. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 67 / 100
- Rating
- 4.9/5 (82)
- Duration
- 96 hours
- From
- $719 per person
Embark on an adventurous four-day trek from Cusco into the heart of the Peruvian Andes, culminating in the magnificent ruins of Machu Picchu. This journey combines exhilarating activities such as mountain biking and whit
What you get
- Rafting Trip & Equipment
- Pre-departure briefing
- Round Trip Tourist Bus Aguas Calientes - Machu Picchu
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Breakfast
About this experience
Embark on an adventurous four-day trek from Cusco into the heart of the Peruvian Andes, culminating in the magnificent ruins of Machu Picchu. This journey combines exhilarating activities such as mountain biking and white-water rafting with breathtaking hikes through lush landscapes. Along the way, you'll experience local culture and beautiful vistas, making this the perfect trip for thrill-seekers and nature enthusiasts alike. Highlights: Exhilarating bike ride from Malaga High Pass to the jungle Immerse in vibrant local culture within the charming village of Santa Maria Zip-line canopy adventure through the treetops Sunrise exploration of Machu Picchu's ancient wonders
What's included
Included
- Rafting Trip & Equipment
- Pre-departure briefing
- Round Trip Tourist Bus Aguas Calientes - Machu Picchu
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Breakfast
- 2 nights Basic Guesthouse Accommodation (Santa Maria & Santa Teresa)
- Tourist Train Aguas Calientes - Ollantaytambo
- Bus Ollantaytambo - Cuzco
- Professional Bilingual Guide on trek & Machu Picchu tour
- Canopy Zip-Line Adventure
- Meals: 3B/3L/3D/3 snacks with typical menus in local restaurants
- Mountain Biking Equipment (bicycles, helmet and gloves)
- First Aid Kit & Emergency oxygen bottle
- 1 night 3* Hotel Accommodation in Aguas Calientes
- Cuzco Accommodation Pick-Up
- Van Cuzco - Malaga High Pass
Not included
- Day 1 Breakfast & Day 4 Lunch
- Bottled Water
- Guide for bus and train transfers (these portions are on your own)
- Optional Train transfer from Hydroelectric Station to Aguas Calientes (32 USD)
- Optional Huayna Picchu Trek (50 soles) must be booked at least 2 weeks in advance
- Optional Machu Picchu Mountain Hike (50 soles) must be booked at least 1 week in advance
- Accommodation in Cuzco
- Tips (Please remember that tipping is 100% optional and depends entirely on the service you received. It is customary to give tips in Latin America, however it is NOT mandatory. If you do wish to give a tip, these are our recommended guidelines.) Guides: 40-60 soles per guide per trekker
- Note: Prices for optional activities are subject to change at any time without prior notice. Please confirm these prices before departing on the trek.
- Admission fees
Where it starts and ends
Hotel pickup
Pickup is included for all travelers. Pickup begins about 20 minutes before departure.
Before you book
- Cancellation
- All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.
- Languages
- en, es
- Ticket
- Mobile Only
- Runs on
- Mon, Wed, Sat
- Group size
- Up to 30 travelers per booking
- Operated by
- Bamba Travel
Know before you go
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Minimum age is 7 years
- Important: You must provide the following information upon booking: Full name (exactly as it appears on the passport), date of birth, nationality, passport number, date of passport expiration, which must be valid for at least 6 months past the date of travel. Without this information, the local tour operator will be unable to make the booking. Please be aware that your complete and correct passport information must be provided. Absolutely no modifications can be made once your booking has been confirmed. Any changes or discrepancies in the information provided will result in a complete loss of permits and entrance tickets, for which you will be held responsible and will need to pay for again.
- SUGGESTED PACKING LIST: Bring or Rent in Cuzco: hiking poles, rain pants, rain poncho, trekking boots, sandals, warm socks, sweater, thermals, hat, gloves, sun hat, sun block, sun glasses, flashlight/torch, camera, extra batteries and memory card (there is limited to no electricity available during the trek), waterproof bags for your camera, hand sanitizer, personal first aid kit, water bottle. Bring extra cash for snacks, water, gatorade which doubles or triples in price along the trail. Bathing suit for hot springs in Santa Teresa Village (this activity is available at an additional price).
- PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: This is a moderately difficult hike, with a few long hiking days combined with multi-sport activities such as mountain biking, river rafting, and/or zip lining. We recommend you to be physically fit for the trip.
- Accommodation: Single travelers will share a room with another traveler and couples will have a private room
- If desired, an extra night in Aguas Calientes town can be arranged. (Please let us know whether you would like to stay an extra night when booking your tour.)
- DON'T FORGET THE ESSENTIALS: Original passport, visa (if applicable), insurance card, personal medications.
- Travellers who booked their trip using one passport, then renewed or replaced it afterward, must carry the old passport they used to make the booking or a photocopy with them on the trip.
- You will have a guide during the trek and on the Machu Picchu tour. However, during your bus and train transfers you will not be accompanied by a guide.
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What travelers are saying
Outty’s summary of the themes that recur across 82 traveler reviews. Written by us, not quoted from reviewers.
The guide
8 mentionsTravelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.
Knowledge and storytelling
5 mentionsReviewers describe the commentary as informative rather than scripted.
Photo opportunities
3 mentionsThe views and photo stops come up again and again.
Organization
3 mentionsPickup, timing, and logistics are described as running smoothly.
Physical effort
3 mentionsExpect real walking or climbing: reviewers mention the effort involved.
Traveler reviews
82 verified traveler reviews for 4-Day Jungle Adventure to Machu Picchu: Biking, Ziplining, Rafting and Hiking. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Mind blowing adventure
The Jungle Adventure was just mind blowing. We bicycled, boated, walked, and even did what was called ziplining. Machu Picchu was the icing on the cake to an amazing adventure packed holiday!!!
via Tripadvisor
Unforgettable Peru: A Journey from the Inca Trail to the Amazon with Bamba
Our guide, Francisco, was incredibly punctual and knowledgeable. He made the trek enjoyable by sharing stories about the local flora and fauna. The hike was moderate, with plenty of time for photos. After the Inca Trail, we extended our trip to the Amazon and visited Puerto Maldonado. The experience was surreal, with breathtaking wildlife and a true adventure into the heart of the rainforest. Highly recommend Bamba for a comprehensive Peru experience!
Response from the operator: Thank you so much for sharing your positive experience with us! We are thrilled to hear that you had such an enjoyable time on the Inca Trail and in the Amazon. Francisco will be delighted to know that his punctuality, knowledge, and storytelling significantly contributed to making your trek memorable. Our guides take pride in sharing the rich history and natural beauty of Peru with our travelers, and it’s wonderful to hear that you appreciated it. We are also glad that your extension to Puerto Maldonado in the Amazon was a surreal and adventurous experience. Witnessing the breathtaking wildlife and immersing yourself in the heart of the rainforest truly makes for an unforgettable journey. Thank you for recommending Bamba for a comprehensive Peru experience. We look forward to welcoming you on another adventure in the future!
via Tripadvisor
Save Your Money and Wait
Don't do it during coronavirus. Not worth it. The activities are limited. I was not able to get my money's worth
Response from the operator: I am very sorry that you had a bad experience and you were not able to get your money's worth. We always refund the activities that are not available due to COVID or any other reason, please reach out to us and we will help you out. The other situation that happened is that we are having a new president, and the situation in Peru with the protests didn't help the operation of the tour. Please understand that with Coronavirus things are super uncertain, and we do our best to make sure the experience runs as planned. I am sorry that this didn't work out for you as you had expected.
via Viator
Jungle Adventure Trek - Tour guide: Vidal - Amazing experience!!
WHAT AN AMAZING EXPERIENCE!!!! We completed the 4 day Jungle Adventure trek with our tour guide Vidal, I cannot thank Vidal enough for his caring nature and the wealth of knowledge he provided us. It was truly an incredible experience, we saw some incredible landscapes and were educated Peru's culture and history. Vidal happily and insightfully answered all of my questions (there were many) about different fruits/animals etc. we'd see along our trek as well as ensuring we were always safe and aware of our surroundings. I honestly find it difficult to pick a favourite part of the jungle adventure as I had an absolute blast each and every day, but I can say the downhill bike riding was EPIC (!!!!!) and I really loved the ziplining too. Thank you so much for such an incredible experience Vidal, I cannot recommend you highly enough!
via Tripadvisor
Super fun! Book it now!
An action-packed and adventure-filled four days! We had a amazing time and would highly recommend this trek to adventure-seekers. We weren’t sure if we wanted do the full trail, and when we found this tour we were really excited by the variety of activities and that it includes the comforts of a shower and a bed after each day. We are relatively fit people and didn’t have any issues doing any of the activities, but the full day hike isn’t necessarily easy. Willy is a great guide and we would definitely recommend him. He has a good sense of humor and kept us engaged, teaching us a lot about native plants and animals and the Incan empire. Along the route, there were little things that added to our experience because Willy is well-connected with people who live in the towns/villages (like getting fresh fruits before beginning the full day hike, or surprising us by arranging for one of the hotels to place flower petals on our bed and provide champagne since we are newlyweds). He also stopped us to point out good spots for taking pictures and took photos for us, which we might not have done ourselves, so now we have amazing pictures to remember our trip by. Our biggest tip is to just use DEET (along with long sleeves and pants); we usually use a natural bug repellent (Burt’s bees), but the mosquitos in the jungle can only be deterred by DEET. We’d also recommend bringing along extra undergarments (socks, etc.); we packed light but there wasn’t really enough time for clothes to dry and no laundry facilities until the last night (that’s part of the adventure!). Also pack hand sanitizer and a roll of toilet paper. Other activity specific recommendations: - Rafting: use the wetsuit and shoes offered since the water is pretty cold - Hiking: DEET is your friend. - Zip lining: do the fun poses (upside down, “condor”) when they let you! Amazing views and super fun.
via Tripadvisor
Good to know
- Duration
- 96 hours
- Free cancellation
- Non-refundable
- Minimum age to book
- 7+
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Runs on
- Mon, Wed, Sat
- Hotel pickup
- Included for all travelers
- Booked in 30 days
- 29
- Verdict
- Solid Choice
Who runs this experience
Operated by Bamba Travel, who run 25 experiences we rank across 11 cities, with an average Outty Ranking of 49.4.
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4-Day Jungle Adventure to Machu Picchu: Biking, Ziplining, Rafting and Hiking: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Cusco.
How much does 4-Day Jungle Adventure to Machu Picchu: Biking, Ziplining, Rafting and Hiking cost?
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Prices start at $719 per person. The final price depends on the date, the time slot and the number of travelers, and peak weekends in Cusco usually price higher than midweek mornings. Live pricing and remaining availability are confirmed on the booking screen before you pay.
How long does 4-Day Jungle Adventure to Machu Picchu: Biking, Ziplining, Rafting and Hiking take?
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Plan for about 96 hours from start to finish, not counting travel to the meeting point. Most travelers leave another 30 minutes on either side so the rest of the day in Cusco is not rushed.
Is 4-Day Jungle Adventure to Machu Picchu: Biking, Ziplining, Rafting and Hiking worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 67 out of 100, which we label "Solid Choice". That score blends traveler sentiment (4.9/5 across 82 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable culture & history in Cusco, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.
Can I cancel or reschedule 4-Day Jungle Adventure to Machu Picchu: Biking, Ziplining, Rafting and Hiking?
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No. This experience is sold on a non-refundable basis, so only book a date you are confident about. Similar experiences in the city do offer free cancellation if flexibility matters more than price.
Is 4-Day Jungle Adventure to Machu Picchu: Biking, Ziplining, Rafting and Hiking suitable for kids and families?
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The operator sets a minimum age of 7. Older children generally do well here, and families should factor in the 96-hour running time when deciding.
How far in advance should I book 4-Day Jungle Adventure to Machu Picchu: Biking, Ziplining, Rafting and Hiking?
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Around 29 people booked this in the last 30 days, so popular slots go early. Two to three weeks ahead is comfortable in shoulder season, while summer weekends and holidays in Cusco can sell out a month out. Same-day spots do open up when other travelers cancel, so it is worth checking if you are already in town.
What should I bring or wear?
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Bring photo ID, your booking confirmation on your phone, a refillable water bottle and comfortable shoes. Dress for the weather in Cusco and add a light layer if any part of the 96-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does 4-Day Jungle Adventure to Machu Picchu: Biking, Ziplining, Rafting and Hiking start and how do I get there?
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The exact meeting point and directions are on your voucher once you book, and they sit in central Cusco within reach of public transport. Arrive 15 minutes early: late arrivals are treated as no-shows by most operators.
What are the best things to do in Cusco?
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On Outty we rank every Cusco experience on the same 0 to 100 scale, and alongside this one the highest scorers right now include Sacred Valley Full Day Tour, Peruvian Cooking Class Cocktails and Market Tour in Cusco, Cusco: Rainbow Mountain & Red Valley Premium Day Trip with Meals. The city page groups everything into most popular, highest reviewed, last minute and family-friendly so you can build a day around what actually delivers.
When is the best time to visit Cusco?
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Booking patterns follow the same curve: prices and queues climb in peak weeks, while shoulder season gives you better availability on the top-ranked experiences and more room to change plans.
How many days do you need in Cusco?
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Three full days covers the headline sights without sprinting. A workable rhythm is one anchor experience each morning, such as this one, an unhurried afternoon in a single neighborhood, then a food or nightlife booking in the evening. Five days lets you add a day trip outside the city.
Do I book through Outty or through the operator?
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