Highlights
- The views from Huayna Picchu mountain are among the most beautiful in the world
- You will see the feat that the Incas achieved by building in this place.
- If you are afraid of heights, it would be better not to make this visit.
Description
Huayna Picchu Mountain is one of the most popular tourist destinations in Machu Picchu. Every year, thousands of people come here to hike its trails and take in the breathtaking views of the surrounding mountains and valleys. Although the hike is not particularly challenging, some parts are steep and slippery, especially during the rainy season. It takes about two hours to complete this trek, but the reward is incomparable: from the top, you can see the grandeur of Machu Picchu, the lost city of the Incas.
The tour begins inside the Sanctuary of Machupicchu near the sector called Sacred Rock, there are many park rangers you will not miss.
Getting to the top will take you approximately 1 hour and 45 minutes to return by the same path. Inside the Machu Picchu mountain, you will find steep and narrow stairs known as the “stairs of death”. You can also find terraces, temples, and enjoy the fantastic views that this incredible place offers.
According to local guides and historians, on this peak resided a high priest responsible for astronomical observations. It was also the site of religious ceremonies where offerings were made to the local gods.
In order to climb this mountain, you will need to buy tickets well in advance.
Includes
Ticket to Huaynapicchu mountain
Excludes
Professional guide
Travel insurance
Train tickets to get to the place
Bus tickets to get to the site
Important Information
- If you suffer from vertigo or cannot control your fear of heights, you may want to skip this mountain.
If you are not in good physical condition, I do not recommend this activity.
You must send us the following information by mail or whatsapp to make the corresponding reservation:
- Full name of all persons traveling
- Passport number
- Date of birth
Plan the distance from the city of Cusco to arrive at the exact time of the Huaynapicchu Mountain ticket, it is recommended to sleep 1 night in Aguas Calientes to arrive on time to the entrance of Huaynapicchu.
- Average 2 hours from Cusco to Ollantaytambo.
- It is 2 hours average from Ollantaytambo to Aguas Calientes.
- 30 min average from Aguas Calientes to Machupicchu gate.
- It is 1 hour average from the gate of Machupicchu to the control at the beginning of Huaynapicchu.
Easy cancellation
This activity is non-refundable
