Inca Marathon Peru
Inca Marathon Peru crosses high Andean trails from the Salkantay valleys past Llactapata, then descends toward a finish in Machu Picchu village.
Quick facts
- High point near 3,150 meters
- Approximately 1,750 meters of climbing and 3,040 meters of descent
- Mixed dirt road and singletrack trail surface
- Finish in Machu Picchu village after passing Llactapata
About the Inca Marathon Peru
This multi-day Wildmarathon program blends acclimatization, trekking and a mountain race near Machu Picchu. The marathon is the longest of three distances and forms part of a supported travel itinerary.
Course
The 42 km route climbs through the Salkantay valleys to the Llactapata ruins before descending to Aguas Calientes. It mixes about 80% dirt road with 20% singletrack and reaches roughly 3,150 meters.
Race-day weather
Conditions can vary from about 5 C at the start and 2 C near the high pass to roughly 25 C at the finish. Altitude, rainforest humidity and rapid mountain changes reward adaptable layers.
Past Inca Marathon Peru dates and results
| Year | Date | Status | Results |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2027 | Monday, May 24, 2027 | Upcoming | — |
| 2026 | Thursday, May 28, 2026 | Completed | Open results |
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When is the Inca Marathon Peru?
The 2027 Inca Marathon Peru is on Monday, May 24, 2027.
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