Huayna Picchu
Huayna Picchu
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The Wayna Picchu mountain, Wayna Pikchu in Quechua, (with an altitude of 2667 meters above sea level) is part of the eastern foothills of the Salcantay massif, in Cusco, Peru. It is part of a large orographic formation known as Batolito de Vilcabamba, in the Central Cordillera of the Peruvian Andes and is known mainly as the backdrop of most photographs
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- JBE137Cranford, New Jersey97 contributionsTremendous hike and viewsIf heading to Machu Picchu and in decent shape, I’d highly recommend this hike. It’s strenuous to get up to the top but totally worth the views of Machu Picchu from a different vantage point. I had a panic attack on the “Stairs of Death”…lol. The irony is that it isn’t steep but its a bit jarring. Overall, great hike and worth the effort.Visited October 2023Travelled as a coupleWritten 10 March 2024
- Michael FAvoca Beach, Australia44 contributionsDon't Let Your Fear Stop YouI was far more terrified reading the reviews of this climb than I was actually doing it. The path to the top is definitely steep however it is very doable. I am a moderately fit 65 year old with a fear of heights and I was able to make it to the top without too much difficulty. We entered Machu Picchu at 6:30am so we could start the optional (and ticketed) climb at 7:00am. The added benefit of this was to be inside Machu Picchu without the normal crowds.Visited February 2024Travelled as a coupleWritten 15 April 2024
- MCDLondon, United Kingdom218 contributionsEnjoy the viewsWell worth the climb. I was anxious having read some of the reviews but it's quite manageable. Take your time. Have some breaks and water stops. It took us around 2 hours total. 57 years old. Pretty inactive. Overweight but good health. Note that there is also a fairly narrow 'cave' that you need to go through on the way down.Visited August 2024Travelled as a coupleWritten 16 August 2024
- HeinCape Town, South Africa697 contributionsIncredible views, wonderful climb, NOT for people with a fear of heights.Huayna Picchu, on Circuit 3 of the new Machupicchu trail routes, is spectacular. A spot at the top overlooking Machupicchu is arguably the best breakfast view I have ever had. At a very leisurely pace, the climb up will take an hour. If you are fit you can do it in 25 minutes, but you will likely be held up by much slower climbers. Huaynu Picchu is a perfect compliment as a second circuit after completing Circuit 2. It was a highlight of my day, and I definitely recommend it. BUT... for the love of everyone's sanity, DO NOT GO IF YOU HAVE A FEAR OF HEIGHTS. At least 20% of the route up (and down) is steep enough to be classified as a ladder instead of stairs. On the very top I watched in awe as men and women slithered their way across perfectly stable boulders and inched their way down the trails on their buttocks because they were too afraid to stand up. In all this they placed themselves in far more dangerous situations than a walk would have done. Yes, itbis beautiful. Yes, it is a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity. But it is also a bloody high peak of a very steep-sloped mountain. Make wise choices.Visited September 2024Travelled soloWritten 26 September 2024
- Ker B4 contributionsEverything is pricey; a visitor must pay between $300 and $500 USD for a day's travel from Cusco to Machu Picchu.Unless one visits at off-peak hours, it's a fairly huge (two-hour tour) and impressive old Inca site that's usually packed with visitors. The amazing view and the engrossing guide stories combine to make this a very memorable experience. Access to Machu Picchu is restricted to guided tours only, which are often purchased via train from Cusco and bus from Aguas Calientes to Machu Picchu (and return to Cusco). Only drawback: be ready to get duped.Visited September 2024Travelled with familyWritten 29 September 2024
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Archie
Glenmoore, PA7,760 contributions
Jun 2022 • Family
We booked tickets online as soon as they became available. Its a ticketed entry we booked 9 am -11 am where we could enter anytime between those slots. We got to Aguas caliente by train and stayed over night. First thing in the morning we took the bus to machu pichu. We had booked the bus ticket online as well. You don't need any print outs just your passport for id. We also booked an amazing guide Sergio. He was a fantastic guy! He spent all day with us on both hikes to site and the mountain. Its really important to get a guide as they know the history, best photo spots and they are the best motivators. The bus ride was about 30 min, we entered with our tickets and passport. We walked through the site and entered Huayna Picchu. It was 2 hrs to go up and come down. Stairs most of the way, killer on the knees. High Altitude causes breathlessness. Walk constant and slow and take deep breathes. Our guide was amazing he got us an essence to help us breathe, and coco leaves. It helped tremendously. Pack water, snacks, hat, sunscren, bug spray. The view from the top was incredible and you feel accomplished when you see machu picchu. There is a precarious climb when you do reach up top. So this is not for the faint hearted.
Written 23 June 2022
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DreamsOfMyComrades
Park City, UT431 contributions
May 2022 • Couples
One of the greatest (and most difficult) hikes in the world! This is a challenging hike! My wife and I are in our early 60s, I’m a little fearful of heights, and we are in very good (but not triathlon-good) physical condition. And we made it! In the rain! We took our time, ascended carefully and enjoyed the views, captured our photos, and descended even more carefully. Took us about 3 hours. There were only a few areas near the top (“The Stairs of Death”) that I felt truly treacherous. Most of the way is tough but not potentially deadly. The views are spectacular and the accomplishment of reaching the pinnacle of such an iconic mountain is unsurpassed. If you’re there, and you can do it, you should!
Written 14 May 2022
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Ker B
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Sept 2024 • Family
Unless one visits at off-peak hours, it's a fairly huge (two-hour tour) and impressive old Inca site that's usually packed with visitors. The amazing view and the engrossing guide stories combine to make this a very memorable experience. Access to Machu Picchu is restricted to guided tours only, which are often purchased via train from Cusco and bus from Aguas Calientes to Machu Picchu (and return to Cusco). Only drawback: be ready to get duped.
Written 29 September 2024
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Lauren M
Torrance, CA218 contributions
Nov 2019
We booked our trip with Latin Escapes in US, and fortunately, they arranged us to hike the Huayna Picchu. My understanding is that there is a limit and permit must be obtain ahead of time. We arrived to the gate around 6:40 am, and there were plenty of folks already getting ready for the 7 am hike. I must mention that Machu Picchu was very pretty in the early morning in the mist and very few tourists on the way to the gate. Also, it was interesting that there were people from all over the world in different physical shapes and hiking experiences, judging from the attire, etc. I believe most made it to the top without much issues. It is interesting how we bond with total strangers, when we are climbing very steep and exhausting trails together. The view is amazing, and considering the cultural and hitorical significance, it's well worth it.
Written 8 March 2020
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MARIS Z
Sigulda, Latvia505 contributions
Feb 2020
Only 400 people are allowed to climb this mountain during the day, divided into groups at different times of the day. The climb is very steep and difficult and not everyone is capable of doing it. In addition, in the rainy season, the view can be damaged by fog. In spite of this, I would definitely like to climb again :)
Written 6 March 2020
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Rob F
Fredericksburg, TX68 contributions
Mar 2023 • Family
We did the hike with our two kids ages 13 and 17 after a 3 day Lares trek. They did well and we summited in 1:20 and it took about half an hour to come down. The views were incredible and well worth it. The steps are are narrow, vertical and hand holds are not always available in some tricky areas but everyone managed without issue. We highly recommend this for families.
Written 17 March 2023
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rlk33853
Manitoba, Canada117 contributions
Mar 2020
We climbed this with our guide. Let me start by saying we are in our early sixties. This fact was evident in that we never saw anyone during the climb that was over 30-35. Not that it can't be done, but you better be in condition to do the climb.
Entry is restricted by the entry time of your ticket and this ensures safety. Once you are doing it you will see why this is important. The lower portion is through the rainforest but as you climb, some of the steps become narrower and narrower. At some points the steps are only maybe 4 inches deep and 1 foot wide. When you go through the tunnel it is maybe 3 feet of clearance. Thus if crowded it would be of concern.
Once you are at the top it is amazing. Direct view down to Machu Picchu and the valley.
Was the climb physically demanding - yes. Would we do it again - probably once was enough but we are very glad we did.
Entry is restricted by the entry time of your ticket and this ensures safety. Once you are doing it you will see why this is important. The lower portion is through the rainforest but as you climb, some of the steps become narrower and narrower. At some points the steps are only maybe 4 inches deep and 1 foot wide. When you go through the tunnel it is maybe 3 feet of clearance. Thus if crowded it would be of concern.
Once you are at the top it is amazing. Direct view down to Machu Picchu and the valley.
Was the climb physically demanding - yes. Would we do it again - probably once was enough but we are very glad we did.
Written 27 March 2020
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Nobitotky
Shibuya, Japan2 contributions
Aug 2024 • Solo
We were planning to climb Waina Picchu during the August 2024 Machu Picchu sightseeing. It's a pretty Top-rated attraction and it's a place where you can go once in a lifetime, so I made a Reservation through Beltra five months ago in March, but a week before we left I got a call that I had made a Reservation for another trail by mistake. One or two months before, I was Reservation, so I ended up not being able to climb Waina Picchu, which was my lifelong dream. Since there was no good faith response from Beltra and the HIS Sao Paulo branch in charge of ticket Reservations, we have reported this to you.
Even the biggest travel agencies can be quite sloppy in dealing with overseas branches. Even if you apply for a local tour, there is a high risk of mis-arrangement as in this case due to a handling fee in addition to the normal tour price, so I realized that you should try your best to get a direct ticket by translating the official website into Japanese as much as possible.
Even the biggest travel agencies can be quite sloppy in dealing with overseas branches. Even if you apply for a local tour, there is a high risk of mis-arrangement as in this case due to a handling fee in addition to the normal tour price, so I realized that you should try your best to get a direct ticket by translating the official website into Japanese as much as possible.
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Written 16 October 2024
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Ray M
5 contributions
Nov 2021
The Inca ruins on the top are mind blowing. True Inca masterpiece of architecture. We went not only to the summit, but also to the Temple of the Moon, our guide Victor from Machupicchu Center took us to this amazing place and it was worth the hike all the way there. It took us 4 hrs round trip.
Written 21 November 2021
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Hein
Cape Town, South Africa697 contributions
Sept 2024 • Solo
Huayna Picchu, on Circuit 3 of the new Machupicchu trail routes, is spectacular. A spot at the top overlooking Machupicchu is arguably the best breakfast view I have ever had. At a very leisurely pace, the climb up will take an hour. If you are fit you can do it in 25 minutes, but you will likely be held up by much slower climbers. Huaynu Picchu is a perfect compliment as a second circuit after completing Circuit 2. It was a highlight of my day, and I definitely recommend it.
BUT... for the love of everyone's sanity, DO NOT GO IF YOU HAVE A FEAR OF HEIGHTS. At least 20% of the route up (and down) is steep enough to be classified as a ladder instead of stairs. On the very top I watched in awe as men and women slithered their way across perfectly stable boulders and inched their way down the trails on their buttocks because they were too afraid to stand up. In all this they placed themselves in far more dangerous situations than a walk would have done. Yes, itbis beautiful. Yes, it is a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity. But it is also a bloody high peak of a very steep-sloped mountain. Make wise choices.
BUT... for the love of everyone's sanity, DO NOT GO IF YOU HAVE A FEAR OF HEIGHTS. At least 20% of the route up (and down) is steep enough to be classified as a ladder instead of stairs. On the very top I watched in awe as men and women slithered their way across perfectly stable boulders and inched their way down the trails on their buttocks because they were too afraid to stand up. In all this they placed themselves in far more dangerous situations than a walk would have done. Yes, itbis beautiful. Yes, it is a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity. But it is also a bloody high peak of a very steep-sloped mountain. Make wise choices.
Written 26 September 2024
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Hola, voy a viajar en Enero a Machu Picchu y la consulta es cuantos dias me recomiendan estar en Aguas Calientes? Además del dia previo a subir, vale la pena quedarse la noche siguiente a la excursión? Gracias
Written 16 October 2021
Non ho problemi di resistenza ma di vertigini. Volevo sapere se inizio a salire c'è la possibilità di tornare indietro dalla stessa parte da cui si è saliti? La parte più esposta è quella finale o fin dall'inizio ci sono punti esposti e senza corda?
Written 9 February 2020
ciao, si..cè la possibilità di tornare indietro, il percorso è a doppio senso per 4/5...solo l'ultimo tratto ti obbliga ad andare solo in avanti. Difficile descriverti il percorso, ma se viene usata attenzione il rischio è minimo...le corde sono ovunque ci sia necessità, non ricordo strapiombi insicuri, come ti ripeto...passi sicuri..senza forzare.
Se come dici soffri di vertigini potresti aver problemi nell'utimo tratto..specialmente discendendo..difficile però giudicare l'effetto che ha fatto a me e quello che puo fare a te causa vertigini...io ti dico che è fattibilissimo usando la dovuta cautela, il mio consiglio è provarci (non maledirmi se avrai però difficoltà)...lo spettacolo in cima ti ripagherà dello sforzo.
Written 10 February 2020
Hola buenos días, tenía una consulta al respecto de horario de visita. SI viajo a finales de Julio, qué es más recomendable, ir al grupo de las 7 AM o el de las 10AM? Madrugar no es un problema...
Written 28 January 2020
I went at the 10:00 am hour. It was nice. The sun wasn't unbearable. A lot of the hike is in the shade. Make sure to take plenty of water. The hike is steep and you will need water to ensure you don't get dehydrated.
Written 30 January 2020
If you hike Huaynapicchu first, will you have enough time to visit the citadel/ruins after? Or will they make you leave fast? Please let me know! Thank you!
Written 14 December 2019
Hi there, my wife and I will be traveling to Machu Picchu in January. We would like to hike Huaynapichu, see the moon temple up there and visit the ruins at the citadel. Do we take an early ticket, hike Huaynapicchu first then tour the ruins of the citadel or the opposite? It's very confusing and there is so much contradictory information. Please let me know..thank you!
Written 12 December 2019
I would say it depends on your energy level. Hike when your energy level is the highest. Take a walking stick and water. My hotel loaned me a walking stick which was a big help.
Make sure to get a reservation in advance because it does sell out.
Written 5 January 2020
Do you know about any tourist agencies that organize the trek to Huayna Picchu? We are hoping to do it 2020 summer.. Thanks
Written 8 October 2019
Hi, I travelled through Cosmos travels, I was in a group with a local tour guide arranaged by Cosmos, Sorry I am not much of a help to you. While at the site, there were several local guides moving around and may be if you can find a suitable guide while you are at the site.
Written 11 October 2019
Buenas! No consigo resolver esta duda, si quiero hacer las DOS montañas (Machupicchu montaña, ciudadela y montaña Waynapicchu), si o sí tiene que ser días diferentes no? Pensaba sacar entrada para Wayna, subir y luego ver la ciudadela y al otro día volver y hacer la montaña de Machu. Es correcto??
Leo muchos que dicen en un solo día, pero entiendo que se refieren a una sola montana y la ciudadela, ya que los horarios actuales creo que no me permiten subir a la montana Wayna, bajar, recorrer la ciudadela y subir a la montana Macchu. Gracias!!!,
Written 19 August 2019
Definitivamente en dos días distintos.... y si pueden ser con dos días de descanso entre medio mucho mejor. Solo la Montaña es un desafío de 4 horas aprox (2680 escalones), duro, intenso, hay que subir con mucho líquido, isotonicos y barras energéticas.
Después de eso, puedes conocer la ciudadela cuyo recorrido también dura una hora o el Museo, que está bajando del santuario.
Por otro lado, Huayna Pichu es un recorrido exigente pero mucho más corto en tiempo.
Written 20 August 2019
È possibile acquistare biglietto per Machu picchu e huayna Picchu così da rimanere di più al sito e non salire a Huayna se non me la sento?
Written 17 August 2019
È possibile acquistare biglietto per Machu picchu e huayna Picchu così da rimanere di più al sito e non salire a Huayna se non me la sento?
Written 17 August 2019
Io ho preso il secondo turno delle 07 a ferragosto e mi sono trovato bene
Written 18 August 2019
After you make a reservation for Huayna Picchu and Machu Picchu through the government website online do you have to pay for it right away? The website seems to indicate that you can pay for it through their office in Cusco, but will they actually hold the reservation for you? I was able to download a ticket with a reservation number, but I did not pay for it right away (this was a few days ago). Now when I go back to the the website and enter in my reservation number, it says that my reservation is not found. Is my ticket still valid?
Written 7 August 2019
I would follow-up with a phone call because you cannot pay at the gate for Huayna Picchu. You must have advanced reservations because they limit how many people enter that part of the site to about 200 people per day. Something is wrong with that website. Good luck.
Written 12 August 2019
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