What to bring to visit Machu Picchu? 

Machu Picchu is located between the Peruvian Amazon and the Andes Mountains so it is going to witness two seasons a year, one rainy and the other dry, and as it is a favorite attraction of several tourists then we have to know what to bring to Machu Picchu to enjoy this magnificent place.

So you can better organize your trip, I will detail the things you should bring when you visit Machu Picchu both in the dry and rainy season, about what you can take on the train, and things you can not take to the Inca citadel and I will leave you some recommendations that we must take into account before traveling.

What to take to Machu Picchu in the rainy season?

The weather from November to March is characterized by being the rainiest, but it does not mean that it rains all day, it usually rains for hours and then calms down, however we must always keep in mind several things that we must take on our trip to Machu Picchu.

• Rain poncho or resistant waterproof jackets.
• Trekking shoes.
• Warm and water resistant pants.
• Preferably use sweaters, cotton socks.
• Always carry insect repellent and sun block.
• Windbreaker jackets.
• Gloves
• Plenty of water in water bottles.

Keep in mind that in this season if you are going to visit the citadel of Machu Picchu you may find the mountain cloudy and you can not see the archaeological remains, another recommendation, during these rainy months preferably buy your tickets from noon to afternoon.

Now, you should know that during this time you can see parts of the city, this will depend on whether the rain has stopped or the rain is just starting, so you should be aware of the weather, keep in mind the list that I mentioned.

Another additional, it may rain a lot, but there will be sunny days and the view of Machu Picchu looks greenish, colorful with flowers and the hotels, restaurants and other tourist packages offer low prices, then it would be the best season to take advantage of your visit to the Inca llaqta.

What to take to Machu Picchu in dry season?

Here the opposite happens, the dry season is from May to October and is characterized by hot days and cold nights, but there is no rain, there is an intersection between the month of June and July is the presence of frost (during the night and early hours of the day is too cold).

The following months it is also cold, but it is not very cold, so you should take these things with you if you are going to visit the Inca citadel:

• Hat, sun block
• Mosquito repellent should not be missing.
• Light clothing, windbreaker jackets.
• Sneakers
• Plenty of water, dry fruit

If you are going to wear shorts or short skirts, protect yourself from mosquitoes, remember that it is quite hot and these little animals appear there.

Another recommendation, as it is the dry season, many tourists will visit, so you should buy tickets months in advance, especially if they are on holidays.

What can not be taken to Machu Picchu?

To enter Machu Picchu we have several restrictions that I will detail below, these prohibitions are according to the Decentralized Directorate of Culture (DDC).

• It is not allowed to enter with backpacks, large bags.
• It is forbidden to bring food, illegal substances, alcoholic beverages or to be in a state of drunkenness.
• Pets are not allowed unless it is a guide dog.
• You cannot enter with walking sticks, umbrellas, umbrellas, tripods or any camera support that may damage the archaeological site.
• Feeding domestic and wild animals is prohibited.
• No graffiti or any other type of spray-painting is allowed.
• No musical instruments, megaphones or loudspeakers are allowed.