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Huayna Picchu

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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  • JBE137
    Cranford, New Jersey97 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Tremendous hike and views
    If 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 2023
    Travelled as a couple
    Written 10 March 2024
  • Michael F
    Avoca Beach, Australia44 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Don't Let Your Fear Stop You
    I 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 2024
    Travelled as a couple
    Written 15 April 2024
  • MCD
    London, United Kingdom218 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Enjoy the views
    Well 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 2024
    Travelled as a couple
    Written 16 August 2024
  • Hein
    Cape Town, South Africa697 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Incredible 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 2024
    Travelled solo
    Written 26 September 2024
  • Ker B
    4 contributions
    4.0 of 5 bubbles
    Everything 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 2024
    Travelled with family
    Written 29 September 2024
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Archie
Glenmoore, PA7,760 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
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
5.0 of 5 bubbles
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
4 contributions
4.0 of 5 bubbles
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
5.0 of 5 bubbles
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
5.0 of 5 bubbles
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
5.0 of 5 bubbles
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
5.0 of 5 bubbles
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.
Written 27 March 2020
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Nobitotky
Shibuya, Japan2 contributions
1.0 of 5 bubbles
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.
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Written 16 October 2024
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Ray M
5 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
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
5.0 of 5 bubbles
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.
Written 26 September 2024
This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews as part of our industry-leading trust & safety standards. Read our transparency report to learn more.

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