Welcome to this, the 4th in the ‘Iconic Series’ by Involve Adventures. This trek will be tougher than both the Sahara trek of 2013 and the Great Wall of China trek of 2016, with altitude playing its part during some dramatic hiking along the uncrowded Lares Valley route; surrounded by spectacular mountains, raging rivers, hot springs and remote mountain communities.
I’m told the feeling of walking through the Sun Gate to Machu Picchu for the first time will live with us forever. I can’t wait to experience it with you.
As always, I have nominated 3 charities that you can fundraise for if you want to but, as with all Involve challenges, you can choose who you want to fundraise for. Let’s just make it another huge fundraising success!
The lost city of Machu Picchu sits on the bucket list of many and with good reason; it’s simply breath-taking.
Gruelling yet rewarding, the Trek to Machu Picchu challenge follows the spectacular and uncrowded Lares Valley route, surrounded by snow-capped mountains, raging rivers, hot springs and remote mountain communities. Supported by our experienced leader and guides, the hike is slow, allowing for acclimatisation to the altitude and the opportunity to enjoy the unique surrounds and traditional Peruvian culture. The aches and pains will vanish at the end of each day as our friendly porters and chefs make life as comfortable as possible.
Exhaustion will turn to euphoria as you step through the Sun Gate to witness Machu Picchu for the first time, making the blood, sweat and tears all worthwhile, and leaving you with memories to last a lifetime.
Having the opportunity to interact with the local community was fantastic. It felt like we were helping to support them, as well as raising money for our Charities. The guides were so knowledgeable and passionate that it made the experience even more special.
Lorraine Davidson
This is the best and hardest thing I have ever done. I wanted to leave my 50's on a high, and I genuinely did that in Peru! A fantastic experience!
Jackie Furby
The absolute BEST DAY for me was reaching Machu Picchu via the Sun Gate along the Inca trail...that was outstanding and something I’ll never forget! Thanks for an unforgettable experience.
Sarah Lord