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Frequently Asked Questions of the Inca Trail Peru
The Inca Trail is one of the most famous and most sought after Trek routes in Perú. Perhaps you are thinking of doing this hike and have some doubts.
Here we have the most frequently asked questions about the Inca Trail Peru, which will help you better plan your adventure.
Is the Inca Trail open all year?
The Inca Trail in its various 4-day accesses as well as the short 2-day version are open every day of the year except for the month of February. That month, the rainiest of the year, road maintenance and cleaning work is carried out on the route.
Can the Inca Trail be done without a Tour Guide and Travel Agency?
No, since 2001 it is not possible to do the Inca Trail without the company of an official tour guide.
Therefore, you must contract the services of an official agency that operates the authorized Inca trail.
How long does it take to finish the available spaces?
The 500 permits per day are reserved well in advance. Due to the high demand and therefore it is recommended to book the Inca Trail permits 6 to 5 months in advance, with the most requested dates from May to August.
The 2-day Inca Trail, on the other hand, is 250 permits per day, it can be reserved 1 month or weeks in advance. According to the availability of the one-way train to the starting point.
What to do if I can’t find availability?
In case you do not find availability of the 4-day Inca Trail, in Cusco andean hike you can find different options to do other similar hiking trails, such as Lares trek + short Inca trail 4D-3N.
This very little-known hiking route in Cusco, but you have the option of reaching Puerta del Sol by the short version of the Inca Trail route and observing Machu Picchu from the distance.
Other good options are: the 5-day salkantay trek, the 4-day Huchuy Qosqo trek.
Is there an age limit?
No, anyone can do the Inca Trail, both in its 4-day and 2-day versions. However, both adventures are not recommended for children under 8 years of age and adults over 65 years of age (prior medical consultation).
Can I find Inca Trail permits once in Cusco?
No, the 4-day Inca Trail cannot be booked in Cusco, due to the fact that it takes a long time to plan. On the other hand, the 2-day Inca Trail can be purchased once in Cusco, just a few days in advance. (Previous availability of trains and permits of the Inca trail 2d-1n).
Can I only book the Inca Trail online?
Yes, the 4-day Inca Trail, due to the high demand for permits, can only be reserved online. If you live in the city of Cusco, you can approach an authorized Inca Trail tour operator.
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DIFFICULTY, ALTITUDE AND WEATHER ON THE INCA TRAIL
The Inca Trail is considered one of the 10 best treks in the world, with a variety of microclimates, where you will experience changes as you ascend to the highest point of the Inca Trail. However, we recommend training before taking the route.
IS IT DIFFICULT TO HIKE THE INCA TRAIL?
The inca trail difficulty stars with the distance, the altitude and a lot stairs that you can find. It´s 43 km/ 26 miles, and highest altitude 4215 m.a.s.l /13.814. On the Classic inca trail 4Days and 3 Nights or 5 Days – 4 Nights. Every inca trail tour operator is completely different and handles different itineraries.
WHAT KIND OF WEATHER IS DURING THE INCA TRAIL?
The weather during the Inca Trail route varies according to the season. Likewise, the climate in the Cusco region has two well-defined seasons:
This season includes, from the end of the month of November to April. During these months the rain is quite frequent; and the accesses become somewhat inaccessible. In addition, during this time in the month of February, the Inca Trail route is closed; due to the annual maintenance that is carried out in favor of the access roads.
This season covers the months of April to mid-November. During these months the climate is dry, the rainfall is very little; and the access roads are in good condition. Carrying out the Inca Trail route during this period is highly recommended.
WHAT IS MOST DIFFICULT DAY ON THE INCA TRAIL?
The hardest of the Inca Trail, definitely, is the second day, at the warmiwañusca pass or Dead woman´s pass at 4215 m.a.s.l /13.814 feet. This day you will have to walk 1215 m.a.s.l /3986 feet from the first camp in Huayllabamba at 3000 m.a.s.l /9842 feet.
HOW MANY TYPES OF INCA TRAIL ARE THERE?
There are various types of Inca trail in the historic sanctuary of Machu Picchu and all require permits and an authorized travel agency to be able to do them.
HOW TO PREPARE FOR THE INCA TRAIL?
The most difficult aspect of the Inca Trail is the height for many hikers. If you have never walked at that height before you will feel a lack of oxygen, which is why we recommend doing basic exercises so that you can complete the Inca Trail without any problem.
The biggest challenge of the inca trail is a lot os stairs that you can find before and after, but the idea enjoy all the way to Macchu picchu, mostly of the companys offer a extra porter that transport your pesonal stuff.
INCA TRAIL DIFFICULTY, ALTITUDE AND DISTANCE
Day 1:
Distance: 14 km/ 8.7 Miles
Altitude: startinng point 2840 m.a.s.l / Huayllabamba Camp 3000 m.a.s.l
Day 2:
Distance: 7 km/ 4.3 Miles
Altitude: Huayllabammba camp 3oo0 m.a.s.l /Dead Woman ´s pass 4215 m.a.s.l /Pacaymayu Camp 3600 m.a.s.l
Day 3:
Distance: 16 km/ 9.9Miles
Altitude: Pacaymayu camp 3600 m.a.s.l /Runkurakay Pass 3950 m.a.s.l /Wiñaywayna Camp 2666 m.a.s.l
Day 4:
Distance: 6 km/ 3.7Miles
Altitude: Wiñaywayna Camp 2666 m.a.s.l / Sun gate 2720 m.a.s.l / Machu picchu 2400 m.a.s.l / Aguas Calientes 2050 m.a.s.l
RECOMMENDATIONS BEFORE TO HIKE THE INCA TRAIL
- Book the Inca Trail with an authorized agency, 6 to 5 months in advance.
- Have a very good attitude and physical condition.
- Arrive to Cusco 2 to 3 days in advance so you can have good acclimatization.
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