The Huayna Picchu mountain is the most incredible experience you can have in Machu Picchu. There are so many people who want to have one of the 350 tickets available, which have to be booked several months in advance. Booking early will also help you choose the group you wish to enter.

• How to book the entrance to the Huayna Picchu mountain?
• When to book the ticket Machu Picchu + Huayna Picchu (Route 3A)?
• Which group to choose to enter Machu Picchu and Huayna Picchu?
• What to see or do on the mountain Huayna Picchu?
• Are there other alternatives besides the Huayna Picchu mountain?
• When booking the Huayna Picchu ticket, consider the following
• Frequently Asked Questions

View from the Huayna Picchu Mountain

Huayna Picchu Mountain
Huayna Picchu Mountain is the mountain that appears erected at the end of the postcard photos. There you can see more Inca structures, which can be visited with the Machu Picchu + Huayna Picchu (Route 3A) ticket, which allows you to reach the top of the mountain. Now, you can also take the tour with a private ticket to the Temple of the Moon or the Great Cave (Machu Picchu + Temple of the Moon (Route 3C)). Both routes are truly beautiful and full of mystery. Both tickets will allow you to enter the Inca citadel of Machu Picchu via one of the easiest circuits to complete, Circuit 3.

How to book the entrance to the Huayna Picchu mountain?

Do you want to buy a ticket for the Waynapicchu mountain? Just follow these steps:

1. Access the sales option on our official, certified website.
2. Choose the option ‘Machu Picchu + Huayna Picchu (Route 3A)’ on the date and time of your choice (there are two time groups, the first at 7:00 and the second at 9:00) in the morning.
3. Check if there is availability.
4. If you found available spaces, click on ‘book’ and complete the form with your personal information.
5. Make the payment with Visa, MasterCard or other cards.
6. Print the tickets and present them the day of your visit to Machu Picchu and Huayna Picchu.

When to book the ticket Machu Picchu + Huayna Picchu?

• The entrance ticket to Huayna Picchu is the most required by tourists. However, due to its low availability (only 350 spaces per day); Tickets must be purchased 3 months in advance.
• During the high tourist season (from April to August), tickets to Huayna Picchu must be purchased 4 months before. Otherwise you will not find tickets available.
• Remember that ticket purchases are available online. You can choose the official ticket sales site (the Peruvian Ministry of Culture website) or our official tourism website, which offers tickets to Machu Picchu along with tours and excursions.

Vista a Machu Picchu desde el Huayna Picchu un dia con mucha neblina

Which group to choose to enter Machu Picchu and Huayna Picchu?

When visiting Machu Picchu, it’s important to keep in mind that during the first entry times, there’s a significant chance of fog during the tour. Fog can be a problem for panoramic views, but for others, it envelops the entire citadel in greater mysticism. It’s also important to know that, to gain entry during either of these entry times, it’s important to spend the night in Machu Picchu Pueblo. This is for a better experience, as the other option is to get up early from Cusco.

Group 1

• Machu Picchu Schedule. The entrance is from 7:00 a.m. to 7:45 a.m.
• Hours in Huayna Picchu. The entrance is from 8:00 a.m.
• Availability: 175 tourists per day.

Group 2

• Hours in Machu Picchu. The entrance is from 9:00 a.m. to 9:45 a.m.
• Hours in Huayna Picchu. The entrance is from 10:00 a.m.
• Availability: 175 tourists per day.

What to see or do on the mountain Huayna Picchu?

• The Waynapicchu is the mountain that shapes the classic postcard photo of Machu Picchu. Its name means ‘young mountain’, unlike the Machu Picchu mountain, known as ‘the old mountain’.
• To climb to the top you will have to cross dizzying trails and steep stone steps. It is estimated that it travels approximately 2 kilometers. The most difficult section is known as the ‘stairs of the death of Huayna Picchu’ since they are located on the edge of cliffs of several meters.
• From the top of Huayna Picchu you can see incredible landscapes like nowhere in Machu Picchu.
• The hike to the top of the Waynapicchu is recognized as one of the most amazing short walks in the world.

View of the Huayna Picchu Mountain from Machu Picchu

Are there other alternatives besides the Huayna Picchu mountain?

The Machu Picchu mountain is the best alternative for people who could not get one of the tickets to enter the Huayna Picchu mountain. Alternatively, with tickets to Circuit 1 (Panoramic Route), you can have amazing walks inside the Inca City of Machu Picchu: the walk to the Puerta del Sol or the Inca Bridge.

• Walk to the Inca Bridge – The Inca bridge is a construction made of granite stone and wood located in one of the limits of Machu Picchu. The walk there is simple. It takes 1 hour and crosses paths near cliffs so it resembles the route to Huayna Picchu. It is necessary to enter with the entrance Machu Picchu with Inca Bridge (Route 1D) ticket (only in high season).
• Walk to the Puerta del Sol (Intipunku) – The Intipunku was the old entrance gate to Machu Picchu used by the Incas. It consists of several walls and windows where the first rays of the sun arrive. The walk there is challenging. It lasts approximately 2 hours and crosses steep steps from where you can see beautiful landscapes. You can enter Inti Punku with the Machu Picchu with Intipunku ticket (Route 1C) (only available in high season).
• Trek to the Machu Picchu mountain – Machu Picchu mountain is the main summit on whose slope the Inca City was built (due to this it is called Machu Picchu). This summit does not have Inca buildings but stone staircases made hundreds of years ago. The walk to its top is challenging. It takes approximately 2 hours and offers beautiful landscapes. It is the most similar hike to Huayna Picchu. The required ticket is the Machu Picchu with Mountain (Route 1A), which can be purchased throughout the year.

When booking the Huayna Picchu ticket, consider the following

• It is important to tour the Inca citadel of Machu Picchu with an official tour guide. Many of them are at the entrance to Machu Picchu. You can hire one at the same entrance door of the archaeological site.
• Student tickets can be booked with the university card. This promotion is valid only for undergraduate and under 25 students.
• Discounts apply to all admissions for those under 18 years of age.
• Only people over 12 years of age are allowed to enter Huayna Picchu.
• February is the rainiest month of the year so the trails of Huayna Picchu are usually wet. Therefore it is recommended to wear hiking shoes as well as a rain poncho.

Photos Huayna Picchu

Frequently Asked Questions

• 1) How do I book admission to Huayna Picchu Mountain?

  To book your ticket to Huayna Picchu, select the option Machu Picchu + Huayna Picchu (Route 3A), choose the date, check availability, fill in your personal information, and make the payment.

• 2) How far in advance should I purchase the ticket for Machu Picchu + Huayna Picchu (Route 3A)?

  Since only 350 spaces are available daily, it’s recommended to purchase your ticket at least three months in advance. During peak season (April through August), reservations must be made up to four months in advance.

• 3) What is the best time to visit Huayna Picchu?

  There are two options, group 1 allows you access to Machu Picchu between 7:00 and 7:45 am, while group 2 allows you to enter Machu Picchu between 9:00 and 9:45 am. The choice will depend on your preference, depending on whether you want to do it earlier to enjoy better weather or later to be able to rest longer.

• 4) What will I see on Huayna Picchu mountain?

  The mountain offers one of the best panoramic views of Machu Picchu, and the climb involves steep steps and narrow paths.

• 5) Are there other similar routes if I can’t get a ticket to Huayna Picchu?

  Yes, Machu Picchu is the best option. The climb is similarly challenging and offers spectacular views.

• 6) How long does it take to go up and down Huayna Picchu mountain?

  The entire route, from the start of the circuit to the summit and back, takes between 2 and 3 hours, depending on your pace.

• 7) Is Huayna Picchu open all year round?

  Yes, Huayna Picchu remains open year-round, even during the rainy season.

• 8) Can I take the tour with children?

  Yes, although only people over 12 years old are allowed to enter. This is due to the physical demands of the trail and the safety of visitors.

• 9) How many people can enter Huayna Picchu per day?

  Access to Huayna Picchu Mountain is limited to 350 people per day, divided into two schedules.

• 10) How difficult is the hike to Huayna Picchu?

  The hike is of medium to high difficulty. During the journey, you ascend approximately 300 meters from the citadel over a distance of 2 kilometers.

Advice from people who have been there

Huayna Picchu

By: Silvana M.

“Really spectacular views“

“Totally advisable. Although dozens of other people, you can feel alone and on top of the world, seeing the Inca city of Machu Picchu sitting on the terraces next to the cliffs, there you can also take a picture, where there will be nothing under your feet, alone hundreds of meters of fall on the urubamba river. It is totally worth every step to be able to see Machu Picchu and the beautiful surroundings that surrounds it, from above. I'm in love with Machu Picchu“

By Ticket Machu Picchu – Last updated, June 16, 2025