Climbing Huayna Picchu is the ultimate adventure in Machu Picchu. The hike to its summit is a unique experience during your visit to the city of the Incas. It’s a nearly 2-kilometer route along stone paths built by the Incas themselves more than 500 years ago. To enter this mountain, you must purchase the ticket “Machu Picchu + Huayna Picchu Mountain or Wayna Picchu (Route 3A).” Learn all the information about this mountain.

• Huayna Picchu Mountain: The Most Incredible Experience in Machu Picchu
• The entrance to Huayna Picchu in 2025
• What are the groups and schedules for Huayna Picchu?
• I’m afraid of heights. Can I hike Huayna Picchu?
• What age group can hike Huayna Picchu?
• What will I need to bring to hike Huayna Picchu?
• What are the alternatives if you don’t get a ticket to Huayna Picchu Mountain?
• What is the Temple of the Moon on Huayna Picchu? Can I visit it in 2025?
• Frequently Asked Questions

Panoramic view from the top of Huayna Picchu mountain

Huayna Picchu Mountain: The Most Incredible Experience in Machu Picchu

• Huayna Picchu mountain is over 2,700 meters above sea level, about 300 meters above the Inca city of Machu Picchu.
• The trails on this mountain are amazing, so much so that it has been considered one of the most incredible short hikes on the planet.
• From the top of Huayna Picchu, you can see some of the best views of the Inca city of Machu Picchu. This isn’t the classic postcard photo of Machu Picchu, but it does give you a unique, distant view that gives you a better view of the entire archaeological site.
• The paths to the summit of Huayna Picchu were built by the Incas, who performed religious ceremonies there.
• Today, it’s one of the most popular adventures for tourists visiting Machu Picchu. Visitors should purchase their tickets three or four months in advance.

This is the summary information of the Huayna Picchu mountain:

The entrance to Huayna Picchu in 2025

• In 2025, admission to Huayna Picchu mountain will be available every day of the year.
• There are only 350 tickets per day to visit Huayna Picchu mountain.
• The tour of Huayna Picchu with a tour guide is not mandatory.
• As in previous years, admission is open to persons over 12 years of age accompanied by a guardian or parent.
• The time limit for visiting both Machu Picchu and Huayna Picchu Mountain is 6 hours from the moment the tourist enters.
• Upon entering Machu Picchu, you can first take the tour of Circuit 3, also known as the Royal Route.
• By touring Circuit 3, you’ll be able to explore the lower part of the archaeological sanctuary, along with many important buildings and temples.

What are the groups and schedules for Huayna Picchu?

The “Machu Picchu + Huayna Picchu (Route 3A)” ticket includes two admission groups. Find out the updated schedule:

I’m afraid of heights. Can I hike Huayna Picchu?

• The truth is, no. If you think you can’t overcome your fear of heights, you’d better skip this mountain and choose one of the other incredible short hikes you can take in Machu Picchu.
• For example, you can opt for the hike to Machu Picchu Mountain or the trek to the Intipunku Sun Gate. However, if you can overcome your fear of heights, you can have one of the best experiences of your life.
• Many people have experienced a change in their outlook after reaching the summit of Huayna Picchu. You just need to be careful and respectful of the mountains and extreme altitudes.

Elderly man descending the stairs of death – Huayna Picchu

What age group can hike Huayna Picchu?

• To hike Huayna Picchu, you must be at least 12 years old and accompanied by your parents or a responsible guardian.
• Anyone coming with children under 12 years old can opt for the Machu Picchu Classic Circuit ticket (Route 2A), or if they want to take an adventure route, they can opt for the Machu Picchu + Inti Punku ticket (Route 1C).
• Remember that children under 17 and students under 25 receive a discount on admission to Huayna Picchu Mountain.

What will I need to bring to hike Huayna Picchu?

• The most important thing to consider when exploring Huayna Picchu is to be safe. We recommend wearing hiking shoes, especially if you’re visiting Machu Picchu during the rainy season. While these shoes offer enormous advantages, remember that the paths are made of stone and can be very slippery when wet.
• You’ll need to bring rain gear. Even if you don’t come during the rainy season (November through April), it can rain at Machu Picchu at any time, so come prepared.
• Another thing you can’t forget under any circumstances is your camera, with extra memory and batteries.
• The opportunities for incredible views of Machu Picchu from Huayna Picchu Mountain are endless.
• You’ll also need to bring plenty of water, sunscreen, and mosquito repellent, all of which should fit into a small purse or backpack, as you’ll need your hands free to navigate the dramatic cliffside trails.

Tourists at the entrance to Huayna Picchu Mountain

What are the alternatives if you don’t get a ticket to Huayna Picchu Mountain?

• If you didn’t book your Huayna Picchu tickets far enough in advance or couldn’t find tickets available for the days you wanted, we recommend opting for the Machu Picchu + Mountain (Route 1A) ticket.
• This ticket will allow you to enter Machu Picchu Mountain and enjoy incredible aerial views of the Inca city. There are 300 daily tickets available, and you can book them up to three weeks in advance.
• If you’re coming during peak season (June through August), all Machu Picchu admission tickets must be booked approximately one month in advance.

What is the Temple of the Moon on Huayna Picchu? Can I visit it in 2025?

• The Temple of the Moon, also known as the Great Cave, is one of the most mysterious and surprising constructions in Machu Picchu.
• It is built inside a cave at the top of the mountain, and the quality of the stonework found there is comparable only to places like the Temple of the Sun or the Temple of the Three Windows at Machu Picchu.
• Years ago, entry to the Temple of the Moon was included with the ticket to Huayna Picchu mountain, but today this enigmatic construction has its own ticket.
• To enter you will need to purchase the ticket Machu Picchu + Great Cavern or Temple of the Moon (Route 3C), which is only available during high season (June 19 to November 2).

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Frequently Asked Questions

• 1) Is the ticket to Huayna Picchu mountain available all year round?

  Yes, like Machu Picchu, tickets to Huayna Picchu are available every day of the year, including holidays.

• 2) What other options do I have if I can’t get a ticket to Huayna Picchu mountain?

  You can choose to hike to Machu Picchu Mountain (Route 1A) or also hike to the Temple of the Moon (Route 3C).

• 3) How far in advance should I book my ticket to Huayna Picchu?

  It is best to do so 2 or 3 months in advance, both during the regular season and during the peak season.

• 4) What are the entry times to Huayna Picchu?

  There are two ticket times: Group 1 enters at 7:00 a.m. and group 2 enters at 9:00 a.m.

• 5) How many daily tickets are available?

  There are 350 daily tickets available for Huayna Picchu Mountain, 175 for each of its two entry times.

• 6) How high is Huayna Picchu mountain?

  Huayna Picchu mountain is 2,693 meters above sea level, 300 meters higher than the Inca citadel of Machu Picchu.

• 7) What is the minimum age to enter the mountain?

  Those wishing to enter the mountain must be at least 12 years old, and minors must be accompanied by a parent or guardian.

• 8) How long can I stay in Machu Picchu with the ticket to Huayna Picchu?

  You can stay for a maximum of 6 hours, exploring circuit 3 (Royal Route) and hiking to Huayna Picchu mountain.

• 9) What is the route like on Machu Picchu Circuit 3?

  The tour takes you through the lower part of the historic sanctuary, where you can visit temples and buildings of great importance, such as: The Sacred Rock, the Temple of the Condor, the Temple of the Sun, the Water Mirrors, the House of the Inca, the Three Gates, and the Royal Tomb.

• 10) What ticket should I buy to enter the Temple of the Moon?

  Now, to enter the Temple of the Moon, you must purchase the ticket “Machu Picchu + Great Cave (Route 3C).” This is a hiking route that takes you to a mystical structure located inside a cave.

Advice from people who have been there

Huayna Picchu

By: Smith M.

“At the Inca Peak!“

“Admission only in the morning. We buy a serapado ticket for the Machupicchu Citadel, then we climb the Huayna Picchu mountain by very narrow paths. It is worth it!“

By Ticket Machu Picchu – Last updated, September 1, 2025