Huayna Picchu
FYI
- aka Wayna Picchu AllTrails
- Mountain Behind Machu Picchu- gives a different viewpoint
- Add on permit hike located within Machu Picchu ruins site
- $75 with alpaca expeditions (add during checkout)
- No trekking poles allowed
- Sells out quick!
The Hike
- Trailhead located in circuit 2 (your guide will show you)
- Ticketed entry with passport- Sign in and out when done
- Takes 2hrs up and 1hr down
- Very steep incline up stone step path
- Ropes,cables along path
- 80% of hike path is shared going up and down
- last 20% splits into one way paths that get real sketch
At the Top
- First part is open area but continue around the corner to the picture spot
- Picture spot is really small area and can get congested
- Photo tip: Stand on ledge while someone take photo on elevated rock
- Best pictures are as you descend from the rock platform
NO ONE CARES ABOUT YOUR INSTAGRAM
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