Electricity and Cell Phone/Camera Charging at Inka Jungle Lodges
Worried about running out of battery during the Inka Jungle Trek? It’s a very common concern. Between biking, trekking, and Machu Picchu, nobody wants to miss photos because of a dead battery.
🏔️ How Does Electricity Work on the Inka Jungle Trek?
The Inca Jungle Trek uses lodges in towns such as:
- Santa María
- Santa Teresa
- Aguas Calientes
Unlike the Inca Trail, you don’t sleep in camps here, so you do have access to electricity most nights.
⚡ Is Electricity Available Every Day?
📌Day 1 – Santa María
- Yes, electricity at the hotel
- Standard Peruvian power outlets (Type A and C)
- Overnight charging without issue
📌Day 2 – Santa Teresa
- Electricity available
- ⚠️ There may be occasional brief outages
📍Day 3 – Aguas Calientes
- Stable electricity
- Better tourist infrastructure
- WiFi in most hotels
📍Day 4 – Machu Picchu
- There are no power outlets inside Machu Picchu. You must arrive with a fully charged battery.
🔋 Can I charge my camera and power bank?
Yes.
Recommendations:
- Bring a universal adapter
- Bring a 10,000–20,000 mAh power bank
- Don’t rely on just one outlet (sometimes there are few in shared rooms)
📊 Inca Jungle Trek vs. Inca Trail
| Feature | Inka Jungle | Classic Inca Trail |
|---|---|---|
| Electricity at Night | Yes | No |
| Phone Charging | Yes | No (only with power bank) |
| WiFi | Available in some hotels | No |
| Type of Accommodation | Hostel / Hotel | Camping |
🌦️ Climate and Energy Factors
The route descends from Cusco into a warm climate.
- High humidity can affect devices.
- Bring a waterproof bag.
- There is no significant altitude sickness during the trek (only in Cusco beforehand).
🎒 Pro-Tips for Foreigners
Bring a universal adapter.
- Peru uses type A and C plugs (220V).
A power bank is essential.
- Especially if you take a lot of photos or use a GoPro.
Charge everything every night.
- Don’t leave it until the last minute.
Bring an extra cable.
- Sharing a power outlet might be necessary.
Airplane mode.
- This will save battery power while hiking.
