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Huayna Picchu

The most popular hike

Huayna Picchu extra hike at Machu Picchu

Huayna Picchu (aka Waynapicchu) is the peak that is behind the llaqta in almost every photo of the ruins. This is by far the most popular hike, has the fewest people allowed per day and is the narrowest with the most exposure. It is now route 3A.

Do not do this hike if you are afraid of heights or suffer from vertigo.

Huayna Picchu is partly popular because of the view back down onto the llaqta, but also because it has a cave around the back side with a moon temple in it. The peak itself is also covered with walls, steps and other ruins.

Cusco’s Archeology In-5-Days

The best of Cusco’s archeology

Machu Picchu’s Extra Hikes

Many options!

Text © Heather Jasper

Image by Heather Jasper