Overview
Embark on a 10-day expedition that takes you from the Sacred Valley to the heart of the Amazon. This unique tour combines a multi-day rafting adventure on the Yavero River with a visit to the iconic Machu Picchu. Navigate challenging rapids, explore lush rainforests, and discover ancient Inca sites on this unforgettable journey.
Highlights
Visit the iconic Machu Picchu and hike up Huayna Picchu for panoramic views.
Navigate through the Pongo de Mainique, a stunning and challenging canyon.
Experience a thrilling multi-day rafting expedition on the Yavero River.
Destinations
This package takes you through Aguascalientes, Machu Picchu, Cusco, Calca, San Martin, Pongo de Mainique, and Camisea in Peru. Each stop includes a short place guide and live weather; the map shows straight-line distances between cities.
- Machu Picchu
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- Cusco
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- Calca
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- San Martin
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- Pongo de Mainique
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- Camisea (End)
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Itinerary
Highlights: Rafting expedition start point
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
- Begin in the Sacred Valley and travel through the Andean highlands to Calangato, the starting point for your rafting adventure.
Highlights: Gateway to the Megantoni Reserve
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
- Raft down the Yavero River and reach San Martin, located at the edge of the Megantoni National Reserve.
Highlights: Deep Amazon Basin
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
- Continue rafting deeper into the Amazon basin, encountering rapids and lush rainforest, arriving at the Pongo de Mainique canyon on Day 6.
Highlights: Navigate a powerful canyon
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
- Navigate through the Pongo de Mainique's towering cliffs and powerful rapids before continuing downstream to Camisea.
Highlights: Land travel from Camisea
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
- Conclude the rafting portion of the trip and begin the overland journey back to Cusco.
Highlights: Explore an ancient citadel
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
- Travel from Cusco to Machu Picchu to explore the iconic Incan citadel and learn about its history.
Highlights: Reflect on the journey
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
- Travel back to Cusco after a memorable visit to Machu Picchu.
Inclusions
- Meals: Enjoy hearty camp meals like BBQ, pasta, sandwiches, burgers, plus fresh salads and fruits.
- Navigation: Expert river guides ensure safe and smooth rafting on the Yavero.
- Camping gear: Spacious double tents provide comfort after each adventure.
- Transportation: Private round-trip transport plus support vehicle throughout the tour.
- Machu Picchu transport: Train to Ollantaytambo, shuttle buses, and motorboat included.
- Rafting equipment: Premium self-bailing rafts, helmets, jackets, dry bags, and pelican cases.
- Support on water: Luggage boat, tail frame with oars, safety kayaks, and cataract raft.
- Safety guides: Certified English-speaking guides with wilderness and rescue training.
- First aid: Comprehensive kit with advanced medical tools and satellite SOS messenger.
- Machu Picchu access: Double-entry tickets for both Machu Picchu and Huayna Picchu hike.
Exclusions
- Meals: This includes any meals that are not explicitly mentioned or outlined in the tour itinerary provided.
- Travel Insurance: It is essential to note that travel insurance is mandatory for anyone who wishes to participate in our Yavero tour. Additionally, we highly recommend that you consider purchasing cancellation insurance.
- Gratuities/ Tips
- Camping gear: Please note that sleeping pads and sleeping bags are not included in the provided equipment. It is advisable to consider bringing along a sleeping bag that is rated for a comfort temperature range of approximately 10°C-50°F
FAQ
- Meals: Enjoy hearty camp meals like BBQ, pasta, sandwiches, burgers, plus fresh salads and fruits.
- Navigation: Expert river guides ensure safe and smooth rafting on the Yavero.
- Camping gear: Spacious double tents provide comfort after each adventure.
- Transportation: Private round-trip transport plus support vehicle throughout the tour.
- Machu Picchu transport: Train to Ollantaytambo, shuttle buses, and motorboat included.
- Rafting equipment: Premium self-bailing rafts, helmets, jackets, dry bags, and pelican cases.
- Support on water: Luggage boat, tail frame with oars, safety kayaks, and cataract raft.
- Safety guides: Certified English-speaking guides with wilderness and rescue training.
- First aid: Comprehensive kit with advanced medical tools and satellite SOS messenger.
- Machu Picchu access: Double-entry tickets for both Machu Picchu and Huayna Picchu hike.
- Meals: This includes any meals that are not explicitly mentioned or outlined in the tour itinerary provided.
- Travel Insurance: It is essential to note that travel insurance is mandatory for anyone who wishes to participate in our Yavero tour. Additionally, we highly recommend that you consider purchasing cancellation insurance.
- Gratuities/ Tips
- Camping gear: Please note that sleeping pads and sleeping bags are not included in the provided equipment. It is advisable to consider bringing along a sleeping bag that is rated for a comfort temperature range of approximately 10°C-50°F
10D | 9N
7 days
Package prices are per person and vary by hotel and room type. For specific inquiries or customized packages, please contact our team.
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