Australian man Mathew Cameron Patron, 53, dies hiking Inca Trail to Machu Picchu in Peru
An Australian man has been found dead after he fell into an “abyss” while hiking the Inca Trail to Machu Picchu.
An Australian man has fallen to his death while hiking the Inca Trail to Machu Picchu in Peru.
Rescue crews found the body of Mathew Cameron Patron, 53, after he fell from the trail on Wednesday local time, according to local media reports.
Mr Cameron’s remains were reportedly found about 300m below the 50 Gradas section of the trail, where he had been hiking with a tour group and a guide to the ancient site.
Rescue crews found the body of Australian man Mathew Cameron Patron, 53, after he fell from Inca trail on Wednesday local time, according to local media reports. Picture: Región Policial Cusco
Cusco Police Region Chief Virgilio Velasquez told media Mr Patron and his wife arrived 12 days ago and were on a four-day hike to Machu Picchu.
“We have information indicating that he apparently tripped while crossing a wooden bridge, and he likely tried to hold onto the wooden railing, but it gave way and he slipped into the abyss along with it,” General Velasquez said.
“Unfortunately, he fell down the ravine.”
The Inca Trail is about 46km long with “demanding mountainous sections” and takes up to five days to hike to Machu Picchu. Picture: Región Policial Cusco
According to Go Andes, the Inca Trail is about 46km long and it can take travellers up to five days to trek to the 500-year-old world heritage site.
The trail accommodates 500 hikers per day plus 200 guides, and is booked out by tourists up to 12 months in advance.
It is rated moderately difficult with “very demanding mountainous sections” and simple descents surrounded by incredible nature, according to Machu Picchu Terra.
Australian traveller Mathew Cameron Patron, 53, reportedly died hiking on the Inca Trail to Machu Picchu in Peru. Photo – Getty Images News Escape 16 November 2025
Machu Picchu is one of the Seven New Wonders of the World and sits 2840m above sea level.
It is accessed by a trail that winds its way up steep mountains above Cuscuo’s Sacred Valley.
The Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade has been contacted for comment.
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