If you visit Machu Picchu and you are physically fit, you should definitely climb up on foot to the top of Huayna Picchu. Thousands of tourists book in advance for this wonderful experience, which offers a unique and exclusive view of Machu Picchu, so high above that normally only condors would be able to see the Inca city from this perspective.
The visit to Machu Picchu + Huayna Picchu takes around six hours and it is best to only carry a light daypack, because in places the trail and steps are very narrow and steep.
To do this walk, first you will have to enter the Machu Picchu complex, and then cross the citadel as far as the control point for entry to Huayna Picchu.
Book well in advance because spaces are extremely limited.
Citadel of Machu Picchu
How to get to this experience?
Route 1
Route 2
Lima - Cusco
1 h 30 min approximately
Cusco - Ollantaytambo
1 h 30 min approximately
Ollantaytambo - Machu Picchu
2 h 30 min approximately
Lima - Cusco
26 h approximately
Cusco - Ollantaytambo
1 h 30 min approximately
Ollantaytambo - Machu Picchu
2 h 30 min approximately
General information
Times
Dependent on the operator
Climate
Min. 1 ℃ / Max. 20 ℃
Price
Dependent on the operator
Essentials
Insect repellent and sunscreen, warm clothing, hat and sunglasses, camera, trekking gear (optional).
Altitude
3 335 meters above sea level
