Huayna Picchu
Huayna Picchu
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8:00 AM - 6:00 PM
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8:00 AM - 6:00 PM
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8:00 AM - 6:00 PM
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8:00 AM - 6:00 PM
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8:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Saturday
8:00 AM - 1:00 PM
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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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- Anila KapoorBengaluru, India2 contributionsTough hike with incredible viewsI chose the Huayna Picchu + Circuit 4 route for my first day and was amazed by the breathtaking views. The hike is super fun, but I would suggest hiking shoes for the older folks who only sometimes hike (that's me!). Book the tickets well in advance. Must hike and visit experience.Visited October 2022Travelled with friendsWritten January 9, 2023
- Gianna MedinaSan Diego, Texas3 contributionsThe other magical sister of Machu PicchuGet your Machu Picchu tickets 5 to 6 months in advance to hike Huayna Picchu or they will be sold out. The Circuit 4 + Huayna Picchu is the one that gets sold out. This circuit is somewhat challenging, but almost anyone can do it, even if overweight, as long as you take your time and have no medical issues. My husband and I completed the mountain in 5 hours. That's with taking in the views at the top. Don't let the "stairs of death" moniker scare you away, just do it. You will not regret it. I used Huaynas Expeditions travel agency to book the tickets and the tour from Cusco via the Sacred Valley which we highly recommend.Visited September 2022Travelled as a coupleWritten January 11, 2023
- Rob FFredericksburg, Texas41 contributionsFamily summitWe 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.Visited March 2023Travelled with familyWritten March 17, 2023
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wanderlust
77 contributions
Jun. 2023
We bought tickets to hike Huayna Picchu because so many of the reviews I read online said that this ticket was super popular and was highly recommended. My mom was a bit concerned about the "stairs of death" but didn't find them that bad in the end. The stairs aren't dangerous -- the "death" just refers to the quantity of steps and the tiredness you may experience from hiking them all. We didn't find it too hard to do in the end.
This hike offers a nice view of MP, but it's quite far away. If you only have one day to see MP, I would definitely recommend going to see circuit 2 instead, to get the typical picture of MP. This view isn't as iconic and you don't get to see the ruins as up close in all their glory.
We hiked with a guide, but you definitely don't need a guide for the actual hike. Having a guide for the ruins is nice so you can understand the history and significance.
This hike offers a nice view of MP, but it's quite far away. If you only have one day to see MP, I would definitely recommend going to see circuit 2 instead, to get the typical picture of MP. This view isn't as iconic and you don't get to see the ruins as up close in all their glory.
We hiked with a guide, but you definitely don't need a guide for the actual hike. Having a guide for the ruins is nice so you can understand the history and significance.
Written June 14, 2023
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hikobaba
1 contribution
Apr. 2022
I had a headache as it was so high but going to machu picchu was a great experience. It was pretty expensive and hard to go
Written March 25, 2023
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mert inanç tekkuş
5 contributions
Sep. 2022
I loved the Macchu Picchu excursion. It was one of the best trips in my life. It takes a lot of time to get to the top. And of course you have to be young. If I had another chance, I would go again. But it was my first and last time because it was so expensive.
Written March 25, 2023
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hikobaba
1 contribution
Apr. 2022
I had a headache because it was too high, but going to machu picchu was a great experience.it was quite expensive and difficult to go
Written March 19, 2023
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Rob F
Fredericksburg, TX41 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 March 17, 2023
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Carlos D
3 contributions
Jan. 2023
If you can get a booking with Wayna Picchu, it is well worth the trip. I suggest not to get a guide, so you can visit on your own pace, plan up to 3 hours so you can enjoy the magnificent views
Written January 13, 2023
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Gianna Medina
San Diego, TX3 contributions
Sep. 2022 • Couples
Get your Machu Picchu tickets 5 to 6 months in advance to hike Huayna Picchu or they will be sold out. The Circuit 4 + Huayna Picchu is the one that gets sold out. This circuit is somewhat challenging, but almost anyone can do it, even if overweight, as long as you take your time and have no medical issues.
My husband and I completed the mountain in 5 hours. That's with taking in the views at the top.
Don't let the "stairs of death" moniker scare you away, just do it. You will not regret it.
I used Huaynas Expeditions travel agency to book the tickets and the tour from Cusco via the Sacred Valley which we highly recommend.
My husband and I completed the mountain in 5 hours. That's with taking in the views at the top.
Don't let the "stairs of death" moniker scare you away, just do it. You will not regret it.
I used Huaynas Expeditions travel agency to book the tickets and the tour from Cusco via the Sacred Valley which we highly recommend.
Written January 11, 2023
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.
Anila Kapoor
Bengaluru, India2 contributions
Oct. 2022 • Friends
I chose the Huayna Picchu + Circuit 4 route for my first day and was amazed by the breathtaking views. The hike is super fun, but I would suggest hiking shoes for the older folks who only sometimes hike (that's me!). Book the tickets well in advance. Must hike and visit experience.
Written January 9, 2023
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.
ldgp14
Walsall, UK2,804 contributions
Aug. 2022 • Couples
Machu Picchu is the most incredible place on earth and part of its wonder is the iconic mountain in the background Huayna Picchu. We were lucky to see it in its full glory as some arrive at the city to find it in fog. This mountain truly is an icon.
Written August 21, 2022
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Carlos L
san Juan puerto rico27 contributions
Jul. 2022
I am 70 years old physician living in Puerto Rico (sea level) and recently climbed Huayna Pichhu mountain. If I could do it, most people who are not excessively overweight can . the trick is there is no hurry, take your time eventually you will get there. A few tips, 1- Carry the less weight possible, dont carry a big water bottle. Weight will increase as you climb. 2- Have good walking shoes one s that protect your ankles. 3- A hiking cane helps a lot. 4. Wear gloves because you might need to crawl some areas. 4. Use rest rooms before you star, there are none in the mountain. The view at the top is worth all the sacrifice. Good luck
Written July 21, 2022
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Sol E
1 contribution
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
francipagnoni64
Lecco, Italy4 contributions
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?
alecip66
Carmignano, Italy1,479 contributions
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.
Alejandro D
Buenos Aires, Argentina2 contributions
Hola buenos dÃas, tenÃa 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...
Diego B
Wiesbaden, Germany50 contributions
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.
Andrew G
Burnaby, Canada25 contributions
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!
Andrew G
Burnaby, Canada25 contributions
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!
SKClev
Cleveland, OH36 contributions
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.
Jyothish P
3 contributions
Do you know about any tourist agencies that organize the trek to Huayna Picchu? We are hoping to do it 2020 summer.. Thanks
devina1991
Bengaluru, India551 contributions
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.
Agostina M
Buenos Aires, Argentina273 contributions
Buenas! No consigo resolver esta duda, si quiero hacer las DOS montañas (Machupicchu montaña, ciudadela y montaña Waynapicchu), si o sà tiene que ser dÃas diferentes no? Pensaba sacar entrada para Wayna, subir y luego ver la ciudadela y al otro dÃa volver y hacer la montaña de Machu. Es correcto??
Leo muchos que dicen en un solo dÃa, 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!!!,
Orietta M
Arica and Parinacota Region, Chile3 contributions
Definitivamente en dos dÃas distintos.... y si pueden ser con dos dÃas de descanso entre medio mucho mejor. Solo la Montaña es un desafÃo de 4 horas aprox (2680 escalones), duro, intenso, hay que subir con mucho lÃquido, 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.
Missfoilfly
Milan, Italy119 contributions
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?
Missfoilfly
Milan, Italy119 contributions
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?
fidelio1981
279 contributions
Io ho preso il secondo turno delle 07 a ferragosto e mi sono trovato bene
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?
Adam C
Houston, TX213 contributions
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.
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