Ultra Machu Picchu
Cusco (Finish) / Ollantaytambo, Urubamba, Puka Pukara (Starts) · Cusco, Peru
About
High-altitude trail race along ancestral Inca trails from Ollantaytambo, Urubamba, and Puka Pukara to Cusco, Peru.
Pick your distance
Everything below adapts to your choice
Start
Cusco (Finish) / Ollantaytambo, Urubamba, Puka Pukara (Starts)
Start time
15:00
Weather
Sunny 10°C
Aid stations
Station 1
Station 2
Station 3
Station 4
Pack this
- Waterproof shell jacket plus thermal layer for cold high passes
- Headlamp with spare batteries for pre-dawn starts and night sections
- Hydration vest with 1.5L capacity + electrolyte tabs
- Gels or chews for every 30-45 min, plus salty real food for 100K/50K
- High-SPF sunscreen, sunglasses and cap for strong UV at altitude
What you should know
- The course runs at roughly 2,800-4,000m+ altitude; arrive in Cusco several days early to acclimatize.
- Temperatures swing from near freezing at dawn on high passes to warm sun midday; plan layers accordingly.
- Check the race's official mandatory gear list and cutoff times for your distance before travelling.
- Different distances start in Ollantaytambo, Urubamba or Puka Pukara; confirm transport to your start.
- Expect steep, rocky Inca trail descents; slow down on loose or wet stone and watch for livestock.
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The information shown here is based on the most recent listing we could find, and may change. Always confirm details on the event's official site before registering.