The ticket to the Huayna Picchu Mountain route (3A) is one of the most requested for a visit to Machu Picchu. To obtain a ticket, it is necessary to make a reservation 2 to 3 months in advance, depending on the season of your trip. Additionally, this ticket includes the tour of Machu Picchu through the temples in the lower part. Do you want to know more about the Huayna Picchu ticket? Discover everything you need to know to experience this unforgettable hiking adventure in one of the wonders of the world.

• Machu Picchu ticket Huayna Picchu Mountain route (3A)
• Features of the Huayna Picchu Mountain
• Get the Huayna Picchu ticket in 5 simple steps
  • Check availability
  • Make the reservation
  • Make the payment
  • Send the passport or other documents
  • Print the tickets
• Recommendations for buying the Huayna Picchu Mountain ticket
• When does Huayna Picchu close?
• Photo Gallery
• Frequently asked questions about the Huayna Picchu ticket purchase

Tourist looking at the Inca citadel from the top of Huayna Picchu

The circuits in Machu Picchu
Machu Picchu has ten types of entry tickets, each with routes that take you through the Inca citadel or nearby hiking trails. Additionally, all of them include one of the three circuits that segment the Inca citadel: the panoramic route, the classic route, and the royal route. The ticket to Huayna Picchu Mountain (3A) includes circuit 3 (royal route), which takes you through the lower sector of the Inca citadel, where some of the most important temples and constructions of Machu Picchu are located.

Machu Picchu ticket Huayna Picchu Mountain route (3A)

• Huayna Picchu Mountain (also called Waynapicchu) is the peak that appears in the background of the classic postcards of Machu Picchu.
• The hiking route leading to the top of Huayna Picchu is considered one of the best short hikes in the world, thanks to the stunning views and the adrenaline-filled journey along historic paths full of Inca constructions.
• Tickets are available year-round, but only allow access to 400 people daily. Of these tickets, 350 are reserved online, while the remaining 50 can be purchased in person in Aguas Calientes (Machu Picchu town).
• The advance reservation of the ticket will vary depending on the season of your trip. During the high-demand months (April, May, June, July, August), you must purchase tickets three months in advance. For the rest of the year, one month in advance will be sufficient.
• Additionally, this ticket also includes the tour of circuit 3 of Machu Picchu (royal route), which passes through some of the most important temples and constructions in the lower sector of the Inca citadel.

Features of the Huayna Picchu Mountain

• Huayna Picchu Mountain is the most famous peak of the Machu Picchu Archaeological Sanctuary, located at over 2,693 meters above sea level, offering one of the best panoramic views of the entire wonder of the world.
• Although this hiking route is considered medium to high difficulty due to the steep stairways that must be overcome, it is not an impossible challenge. Anyone can try it at their own pace, and the truly important thing is to secure a ticket in advance.

Ascent to Huayna Picchu Mountain

Get the Huayna Picchu ticket in 5 simple steps

1 – Check availability

The tickets for Huayna Picchu Mountain are divided into two entry times, depending on availability and your preferences when choosing one of them.

• Availability of Huayna Picchu Mountain route (3A) – Group 1:
  • Entry to Machu Picchu from 7:00 AM.
  • Entry time for the Huayna Picchu Mountain route: 8:00 to 9:00 AM.

NOTE: Tickets for the first time slot guarantee a more immersive experience with fewer visitors. The tour takes place during the early hours of the day, so the weather is milder. Also, during certain times of the year, there may be some fog, which adds a more mystical view to the Inca citadel. If you want to visit at this time, it is highly recommended to stay overnight in Aguas Calientes (Machu Picchu Town).

• Availability of Huayna Picchu Mountain route (3A) – Group 2:
  • Entry to Machu Picchu from 10:00 AM.
  • Entry time for the Huayna Picchu Mountain route: 11:00 AM to 12:00 PM.

NOTE: This ticket sells out the fastest because it allows for a one-day trip to Machu Picchu, but you must wake up early and take one of the first trains. As for the tour through the Inca citadel, it is very likely that you will do it under the sun, but without any fog. This is ideal for those who want to enjoy the landscape and have an economical one-day trip.

2 – Make the reservation

• To check availability, just verify the number of tickets available in real-time. A ‘0’ means all tickets are sold out. A ‘50’ means fifty tickets are still available.
• If availability is found for your preferred date and time slot, simply click the ‘reserve now’ button and complete the form.
• The information required is used exclusively by the Ministry of Culture of Peru to process the ticket purchase.

The required data is as follows:

• Full name.
• Gender.
• Country.
• Age.
• Type of document.
• Document number.
• Email address.

3 – Make the payment

After completing the reservation form, payment must be made by selecting one of the 4 payment methods:

• Visa.
• MasterCard.
• Diners Club.
• PayPal.

Making the payment is easy. Just enter the required security information, such as account number or card expiration date.

After the transaction, a payment receipt will be sent to your email inbox.

The payment should be made as soon as possible. Otherwise, there is a possibility that the reserved Huayna Picchu ticket will be lost.

4 – Send the passport or other documents (optional)

• To access discounts, tourists must send the required documents.
• Once the reservation form is completed, you must send an email with your passport or identity document in digital format.
• For university students, send a digital copy of the valid student ID card. With this document, students will receive a special discount. It is important that the tourists are under 25 years old.
• There are also discounts for minors (ages 3 to 17) and citizens of Peru, Colombia, Ecuador, and Bolivia. To access this benefit, the passport or identity document must confirm the correct age and nationality. Not all tickets are available for minors.
• If you book with us, send the documents to info@boletomachupicchu.com.

The validity of the documents is important. If they are expired or outdated, they will not be accepted at the Machu Picchu entry control.

5 – Print the tickets

• Once the Huayna Picchu ticket payment is made, the tickets will be sent to your email inbox within 24 hours.
• If the payment was made over the weekend (Saturday and Sunday), the tickets will arrive within 48 hours.
• To access Huayna Picchu Mountain, simply print the tickets and present them at the Machu Picchu control booth on the day of your visit. The entrance to Huayna Picchu is located within the Inca City.

Recommendations for purchasing the Huayna Picchu ticket

• At the Machu Picchu entry control booth, you will be asked for the identity document or passport used to purchase your ticket. Remember that if you do not present this document, you will be denied entry.
• The student rate applies to undergraduate students under 25 years old with a valid student ID.
• In our ‘Tips’ section you will find everything you need to know about visiting Huayna Picchu.
• The prices of the Huayna Picchu ticket vary depending on the nationality and age of the visitor. For more information, visit our Machu Picchu ticket prices section.

Entry to Huayna Picchu is only allowed for those over 12 years old. The ascent is not recommended for people with a fear of heights, as you will climb Inca stairs to reach 2,693 meters above sea level.

When does Huayna Picchu close?

• The Huayna Picchu Mountain route is open every day of the year, except in case of emergencies or maintenance.
• On certain days, the mountain may close for maintenance, although this is planned in advance, and all necessary information is provided to visitors.
• However, other tickets and routes will remain available. The Inca citadel of Machu Picchu will always remain open.

Visiting seasons at Machu Picchu
Machu Picchu has two different seasons, each offering a different number of available tickets. From June 19 to November 2 is the high season, where all ten tickets are available. From November 3 to June 18 is the regular season, with only six types of tickets available. The Huayna Picchu Mountain route is available all year round, in both seasons.

Huayna Picchu Photos

Frequently Asked Questions About Huayna Picchu Ticket Purchase

• 1) Can I get discounts on the Huayna Picchu ticket with an ISIC card?

  No. Currently, the ISIC student card is not valid for purchasing any type of discounted Machu Picchu tickets. The valid university student ID is the only document eligible for the student discount.

• 2) Where is the entry to the Waynapicchu Mountain located?

  The entrance to Huayna Picchu Mountain is within Circuit 3 of Machu Picchu. The exact control point is to the north, right at the Sacred Rock area.

• 3) What should I do if there is no availability for Waynapicchu?

  If online availability for Huayna Picchu (3A) is sold out, you can travel to Aguas Calientes to buy one of the 50 tickets available daily in person, but you must travel a day before your visit. Alternatively, you can purchase a ticket for the Machu Picchu Mountain (1A), which has higher availability.

• 4) Can I access Machu Picchu with the Huayna Picchu ticket?

  Yes, the Huayna Picchu route ticket includes access to the Inca City through Circuit 3, which takes you through the lower part of Machu Picchu.

• 5) How far in advance should I buy the Huayna Picchu ticket?

  It is recommended to purchase the ticket for Waynapicchu 2 months in advance. If you plan to visit during the high tourist season (April to August), you should book up to 3 months in advance.

• 6) Can I pay for the Huayna Picchu ticket with a Visa card?

  The official website only accepts ‘Verified by Visa’ cards. However, at ticketmachupicchu.com, we accept all types of Visa cards.

• 7) How long do I have to pay for the Huayna Picchu ticket?

  Once the reservation is made, the visitor must pay for the ticket as soon as possible. Otherwise, another tourist may purchase the ticket before you and take your reserved space.

• 8) How can I pay for the Waynapicchu ticket if I don’t have a credit card?

  The official Ministry of Culture website only accepts ‘Verified by Visa’ cards. If you don’t have one, you won’t be able to reserve your ticket. However, at ticketmachupicchu.com, you can pay via PayPal.

• 9) What if I lose my Huayna Picchu ticket?

  The ticket remains in PDF format in your email inbox. If lost, you can simply print it as many times as needed.

• 10) Can I reserve the Waynapicchu ticket for the following year?

  Reservations for tickets for the following year are available starting mid-December. At ticketmachupicchu.com, you can secure your ticket in advance. Ticket delivery is done at the end of the year.

• 11) Can I stay all day at Machu Picchu with the Huayna Picchu ticket?

  No. The Huayna Picchu ticket only allows entry to the Inca City for up to 6 hours after your entry time.

Advice from people who have been there

Huayna Picchu

By: Luana F.

“Wonderful Place“

“Huayna Picchu is a magical and energetic place. I am not in great physical shape; on the contrary, I am quite sedentary, but I climbed Waynapicchu (or Huayna) without any problem to the top. Just go at your own pace, take it slow if you have to, and you’ll get there. The views from the top are incredible, some of the most amazing I’ve seen in my life. The only way you can't do it is if you don't reserve the tickets in advance.“

By Ticket Machu Picchu – Last updated, February 20, 2026