The Huayna Picchu mountain or Wayna Picchu as it is also known has a maximum height of 2,720 meters above sea level, that is almost three hundred meters above the citadel of Machu Picchu. One of its main characteristics is its steepness, or in other words, the steepness of its slopes. The mountain is composed mostly of rock on which the Incas carved their steps and roads to the top, there is a single path for both the ascent and descent.
The roads leading to the top have on one side the rock wall of the mountain and on the other a 200 to 300 meters abyss to the bottom of the ravine, where you can see the Urubamba River in the distance. This makes the human body react in a natural way with a feeling of fear and vertigo in the first stages of the ascent. There are records of visitors who have been paralyzed by fear in the middle of the ascent, being unable to go forward or backward, hindering in turn the travelers coming behind.
However, it should be clarified that despite the danger of the ascent and the unfathomable abysses throughout the journey, there are no official records of visitors who have perished on the mountain Huayna Picchu.
Huayna Picchu is also full of Inca archaeological remains, such as stairs, cultivation terraces and the famous temple of the moon, which is a construction made inside a natural cave. Here you can appreciate the beautiful scenery of Machu Picchu and get the best pictures.
Recommendations on how to get to Huayna Picchu mountain.
To climb the Huayna Picchu mountain requires the will and good physical condition of its visitors, if you suffer from any health problem, it is best to consult your family doctor so you know if you are with the necessary health conditions to make the climb to Huayna Picchu, or in any case to provide you with the appropriate measures to do it safely. Some factors such as age and excess weight could also prevent you from doing the hike, so take into account all these factors before purchasing your entrance ticket to Huayna Picchu mountain.
The Inca citadel of Machu Picchu is located in the department of Cusco, in the southeast of Peru. This part of Peru is characterized by two clearly marked seasons: the first is the rainy season, during which there are abundant downpours that cover almost the entire department of Cusco, this season usually begins in October or November ending in late March. The second is the summer or dry season that begins in late April and ends in August or September.
Andino Peru Tours recommends the traveler to make his trip in the dry season because during these months there are almost no cloudy days which is ideal for taking excellent pictures, in addition to avoiding the inconveniences of rain (mud, wet clothes, slippery trails). One of the advantages of the rainy season is the lack of visitors, which gives more space to visit this world wonder in solitude.
The entrance ticket to Huayna Picchu Mountain is sold separately from the ticket to Machu Picchu citadel, being the combined cost of both approximately USD70.
If you have complications with the reservation of tickets to Machu Picchu, tickets, hotels, in Andino Peru Tours we have a team of professionals in tourism with years of experience that will gladly answer all your questions and queries.
The agency responsible for the care and preservation of this incredible work of the Incas is the Ministry of Culture of Peru, which is in turn the body responsible for managing and issuing tickets for admission to both the citadel of Machu Picchu, Huayna Picchu Mountain and Machu Picchu Mountain.
The Ministry of Culture has determined that 400 tickets will be put on sale per day, divided into 2 shifts:
The Ministry of Culture has determined that 400 tickets will be on sale per day, divided into 2 shifts:
The first group enters Huayna Picchu at 07:00.
The second group enters Huayna Picchu at 9:00 am.
| Huayna Picchu ticket groups | Time of entrance to Huayna Picchu | Departure time (approx.) |
|---|---|---|
| Group 1 | 07:00 am. | 09:00 am. approx. |
| Group 2 | 09:00 am. | 11:00 am. approx. |
The area where the Huayna Picchu mountain is located is the jungle, where the rains, humidity, the presence of plants and animals is something constant, so we recommend bringing the following implements to ensure that your hike and your travel experience will not be clouded by small but annoying inconveniences:
Shoes or boots with non-slip soles (rubber).- This is one of the most important items to consider, as on the one hand it is a safety implement that will prevent us from slipping and falling while ascending and on the other hand it also provides us with comfort and convenience. Avoid wearing new boots as they will most likely cause injuries to the ankles and heels due to the constant friction.
A camera with plenty of memory - If you want to take the best pictures of Machu Picchu and its surroundings, we recommend bringing a professional camera.
Mosquito repellent - This will prevent mosquitoes from ruining your experience.
High-grade sunscreen - It will prevent us from ending up with reddened shoulders, back and face at the end of the day.
A water bottle or canteen - It is very important to stay hydrated while hiking and consider that there are no water vendors nearby.
A hat or wide-brimmed cap: This will provide the shade and coolness we need on the climb.
A small backpack: To carry all of the above and allow us to have our hands free and ready for any eventuality.
Above all, do not forget to enjoy this experience, because most probably at the end of the climb and finally be at the top of the mountain you will experience a mix of emotions of joy, euphoria, satisfaction and joy, which have changed the lives of many travelers.
Every year the famous Inca citadel of Machu Picchu is visited by tens of thousands of tourists, however there is an additional adventure to the walk in the citadel that allows us to live an unforgettable experience: the journey up to the top of the mountain Huayna Picchu, which is the one that appears as a background in most photos of Machu Picchu.
It is time to go down. The descent is less difficult than the ascent, however, many visitors find it more frightening. A different path from the ascent allows you to visit the Temple of the Moon of Huayna Picchu mountain, an Inca religious construction made in a cave and whose only way to visit it is with the entrance ticket to Huayna Picchu. The descent follows a circular path until returning to the initial ascent route. From there you reach the control booth.
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