Monthly Archives: February 2024

The closest waterfalls of Machu Picchu

February 26, 2024 IncaTrail

Machu Picchu has many attractions that can be done at the same time. Machu Picchu Pueblo also known as Aguas Calientes, is a tourist district where you can find hotels, restaurants, and other attractions that can allow you a long stay. In this sense, after visiting Machu Picchu and making the whole tour of this […]

The cultural tour by Lares trek to Machu Picchu, what is it like?

February 26, 2024 IncaTrail

One of the most interesting tours that can be done to reach Machu Picchu is the Lares Trek in addition to touring through incredible landscapes and having exclusive contact with nature. It is possible to meet communities that not only receive tourists so they can spend the night but also get in contact with them. […]

Sustainability tips for the Inca Trail

February 26, 2024 IncaTrail

Doing the Inca Trail is one of the most beautiful activities you can do. Whether you are a lover or not of trekking routes, this tour, in particular, has some attractions, landscapes, and routes that will surprise more than one. However, it is always necessary to leave small tips so that the adventure and the […]

What is it like to visit Vinincunca by ATV? Details to keep in mind

February 26, 2024 IncaTrail

For some people, traveling to Vinincunca may be boring or not very adventurous. However, that perception no longer has a place, since a couple of years ago they began to operate routes on ATVs or ATVs, for their acronym in English All Terrain Vehicle. These four-wheeled, all-terrain motorized vehicles are ideal for a new travel […]

Coca leaf, ideal for trekking in Peru

February 26, 2024 IncaTrail

This important plant was considered sacred to the Incas. Today it is still consumed by a large part of the Peruvian population. It is also recommended for travelers who have just arrived in Cusco from areas near the sea. Altitude sickness can be avoided or alleviated thanks to the properties of the coca leaf. Learn […]

Differences between Inca Trail and Alternate Treks

February 24, 2024 IncaTrail

While it is true that you have many treks to choose from during your stay in Cusco, although each and everyone has a special charm, there are things you should take into consideration. How much time do you have available for your trip? Availability required What kind of experience would you like to have on […]

How to get to Ollantaytambo?

February 24, 2024 IncaTrail

To board the train that will take you to the Inca City of Machu Picchu, you need to travel from the city of Cusco to the station of Ollanta, which is a district of the province of Urubamba, department of Cusco; it is located 90 km northeast of the city of Cusco at an altitude […]

Inca Trail Travel Equipment

February 24, 2024 IncaTrail

Machupicchu Terra offers guaranteed camping equipment, is respectful of the comfort and safety of our customers, and is in close relationship and compliance with the laws governing tourism in the department of Cusco. In this sense, we care about the quality of service we provide; permanently taking care of every detail of the hike, which […]

Inca Bridges on the Inca Trail

February 24, 2024 IncaTrail

The Peruvian Andes are characterized by a mountainous relief, with high peaks, snow-capped mountains, deep canyons, mighty rivers, and abundant flora and fauna. The Incas knew how to face this geography with an efficient road system, of which bridges were an important part. The Inca bridges allowed a fast movement of people, and an efficient […]

Differences between the 4-day Inca Trail and the Salkantay Trek to Machu Picchu

February 23, 2024 IncaTrail

Getting to Machu Picchu by trekking routes can have different options. Today we want to talk about, perhaps the two most famous trekking routes that can be done. The Salkantay Trek is an excellent option due to the lack of availability of the 4-day Inca Trail. Now that more people know about the existence of […]