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September 3, 2011
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| This is the entrance to Wayna Picchu (Huayna Picchu). You check in here by signing in your name, time and date passport number and nationality |
This is a once in a life time experience... To reach the top of a mountain in this case Huayna Picchu (Wayna Picchu), a mountain that gives character to Machu Picchu.
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Good luck... And let's go..!   |
It is challenging to get to the top, but once you are there it is the most rewarding feeling of your life..! The altitude is not as high as in Cusco, but it requires the challenge to do it. It is like being on a treadmill for at least 45 minutes. Of course prior to this, you need to take the train from Cusco to Machu Picchu, 
and then get an entrance ticket to Machu Picchu, but you have to do it way in advance. You will also need to make a reservation for Huayna Picchu. Only 200 people are admitted per schedule per day; and there are only two scheduled visits per day. The price to climb this mountain is S/. 90.00 soles per person.
If you have the energy to climb this mountain the reward will be spectacular. We, at Peruvian Accents Hotel can help you to organize this adventure... Machu Picchu from this view looks completely different, but once your are down in Machu Picchu this mountain will look as beautiful as you see it but most of all it will grow on you and the experience will be unforgettable.
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| Just like home; but with the most spectacular views. (Left side picture) Cesar dearing the hights by standing right on theside of the terraces. |
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| Coming down the mountain is easier to most climbers, but for me with a bad ankle and a bad knee it was a bit difficult but worth it. |
You will find magnificent spots to rest and take pictures and always observing Machu Picchu down below. You will never forget these views for as long as you live.
Recommendations:
- Get up very early in the morning. You can take advantage of the 7:00 AM group (first group). The next group will go up at 11:00 AM. You are expected to be down by 2:00 PM.
- Bring with you and drink plenty of water.
- Rest a lot at all times, and enjoy the scenery. Do not worry about a thing just enjoy your climb.
- Protect yourself from the sun and mosquitoes.
- Do not carry much, a slight backpack is enough with some snacks and water.
- Listen to the birds and crickets.
- Watch for condors, I hope it will be your lucky day and you see one flying over Machu Picchu.
- You will be entertained by the flora, very exotic flowers on your way and unusual plants.
- Fauna... I am very scared of snakes, but I didn't see any and nobody mentioned anything. But, I saw lizzards and they were very friendly.
- Just follow the crowd and everybody will get there.
- Once up there, relax and take lots of pictures and take your time coming down the mountain.
A good side note:
People coming down the mountain will greet you in every language you can think of... The ones that speak English will give you support advise and they will tell you that you are just 10 minutes away from the top... This will be told by everyone you pass by, but then it doesn't matter because everybody will celebrate with you up there..!
If you are staying for the night in Machu Picchu city (Aguas Calientes town), make sure you visit the natural springs, this will help you to relax and decrease the pain of your legs if any... You will sleep like a log that night.
Have a wonderful climb...
