Machu Picchu-Huayna Picchu
We have all seen the distinctive shape of the great mountain that has made Machu Picchu a worldwide icon.
But few have climbed the steep slopes of Huayna Picchu.
The route is very steep and narrow. It includes several sections with steps and staircases carved into living rock and supported by cables. It carries some risk, so if you are not in good physical shape or have a fear of heights, we advise you not to undertake it. The ascent varies between 45 minutes and 2 hours, depending on each person’s physical fitness. You climb about 300 m above the citadel of Machu Picchu, which sits at 2,400 m; this ‘young peak’ reaches an altitude of 2,700 m.
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To avoid confusion, keep in mind that Machu Picchu in Quechua means ‘old peak’, while Huayna Picchu means ‘young peak’, making it an analogy between the old man and the young man. Thus, Huayna Picchu is the smaller mountain and the larger mountain is Machu Picchu (its summit is 800 m above the citadel, or 3,200 m), which gives its name to the valley and the citadel.
Your experience when purchasing: “Machu Picchu and Huayna Picchu Ticket”
What you will do
- Keep in mind that there are 3 main circuits (Circuit 1: Panoramic, Circuit 2: Classic, and Circuit 3: Royalty). The ascent to Huayna Picchu is part of Circuit 3, to which you must strictly adhere.
- Be one of the few daily visitors permitted to climb the mountain
- Quickly and securely purchase your tickets to Machu Picchu and Huayna Picchu in advance.
- Admire breathtaking landscapes and view Machu Picchu from 2,693 meters above sea level.
