Factores que debe de tomar en consideración en su viaje por el Camino Inca a Machu Picchu
Camino Inca a Machu Picchu o Qapaq Ñan en Quechua, es considerado la más famosa caminata que recorre 6 países (Colombia, Ecuador, Perú, Bolivia, Argentina y Chile) de Sudamérica, y es considerado “Patrimonio Vivo”. En esta caminata podrá descubrir estupendos paisajes, montañas, flora y fauna que se encuentra a 4200 msm con nubes a nuestro alrededor.
Esta ruta es una de las más hermosas y espectaculares del mundo. Este trekking de 4 días te llevará a través de impresionantes paisajes andinos, antiguos sitios arqueológicos y una biodiversidad incomparable, culminando en una de las 7 maravillas del mundo Machu Picchu. Desde el km 82, caminarás por senderos incas originales, cruzando altos pasos de montaña y valles tropicales, mientras te sumerges en la historia del Imperio Inca. Durante el recorrido, explorarás monumentos como Patallacta, Runcuracay y Wiñay Wayna, antes de llegar a la Puerta del Sol, desde donde disfrutarás de una vista panorámica inigualable de Machu Picchu. La experiencia es desafiante, pero gratificante, y te ofrece una conexión profunda con la cultura ancestral. ¡Reserva tu lugar y vive la magia del Camino Inca Clasico con Alpaca Expeditions.
Tiempo: Actualmente existen dos alternativas de realizar la caminata; Camino Inca 2 días / 1 noche o el Camino Inca Clasico de 4 días / 3 noches. Para poder realizar esta mágica caminata debe de realizar su reserva con meses de anticipación.
Acceso limitado: Si tiene pensado realizar esta caminata le recomendamos que haga su reserva inmediatamente antes de que se termine los espacios en la fecha elegida. Muchas personas desean realizar este recorrido por lo cual dificulta conseguir el espacio disponible y asegurar su boleto. En la actualidad la disponibilidad del Camino Inca a Machu Picchu que el gobierno permite es de 500 permisos diarios incluyendo personal de apoyo, guías, cocineros y porteadores que integran el equipo necesario de viaje.
Cosas que debes saber acerca del Camino Inca a Machu Picchu
El famoso Camino Inca a Machu Picchu cansiderado la mejor caminata de 43 kilometros de recorrido, es uno de los recorridos mas realizados por aquellos que desean descubrir la ruta del inca, ver la selva y fauna. Al finalizar el Camino Inca llegara a Machu Picchu que fue elegida como una de las Nuevas 7 Maravillas del Mundo Moderno.
Antes de embarcarte en la aventura del Camino Inca Clásico hacia Machu Picchu, hay varios factores clave a considerar para asegurar una experiencia inolvidable.
- Reserva anticipada: El acceso al Camino Inka está limitado a 500 personas al día, incluyendo guías y portadores, por lo que es esencial reservar con meses de antelación, especialmente en temporada alta (mayo-septiembre).
- Condiciones físicas: La ruta es exigente, con ascensos a altitudes de hasta 4,200 m. Es recomendable estar en buena forma física y aclimatarse a la altura en Cusco o alrededores antes de comenzar.
- Equipo adecuado: Lleva ropa cómoda, impermeable y calzado de trekking adecuado. Además, no olvides protector solar, repelente de insectos y suficiente agua.
- Clima: El clima puede ser impredecible, por lo que es importante estar preparado para lluvia y frío, especialmente en las mañanas y noches.
Beautiful trek, delicious foods, and kind guides
Wonderful experience. Our guide Fernando was very knowledgeable about the area and answered all of our questions thoroughly. He also was able to modify our itinerary based on the physical abilities of my family. Marcelino was an amazing chef and baked a cake for my parents' anniversary. Crisostomo was kind and a wonderful addition to our trip in helping serve as Marcelino's assistant.
2 day / 1 night Machu Picchu trek
We had a wonderful experience on our short 2day/1ight Inca trek with camping. Valentin, our tour guide, was excellent. He paced the group excellently, gave us clear guidance on how the days would go and answered all questions.
The food was a real highlight, many thanks to Soledad for her hard work.
Thanks to our porters too who made our journey so enjoyable by having everything set up when we arrived at camp especially providing added comforts like hot water on arrival to the camp site. It was much needed! 💕🇵🇪
An Unforgettable Inca Trail Experience
We had an unforgettable experience on the 4-day, 3-night Inca Trail. It was truly one of the highlights of our trip to Peru.
A huge thank you to our main guide, Saul G., who was incredibly professional, knowledgeable, and passionate throughout the entire trek. His understanding of Inca history, culture, and archaeology was outstanding, and he always took the time to explain everything in an engaging and interesting way. On top of that, he has a great sense of humor and created such a fun and positive atmosphere for the whole group, making every day even more enjoyable.
We also want to thank Humberto, our assistant guide, who was always kind, supportive, and encouraging. Together, they made an amazing team and ensured that everyone felt safe, motivated, and well taken care of from start to finish.
A big thank you as well to the incredible porters and the chef, whose hard work, delicious meals, and constant smiles made this journey even more special.
We couldn't have asked for a better team. We highly recommend this experience to anyone visiting Peru!
Once in a lifetime experience highly recommend
Once in a lifetime experience. Our guides Alvin and Johan were fantastic and very knowledgeable about all of the Inka sites and culture. The guide Alvin really made us all feel like family. Food by the chef Armando was delicious and catered to my dietary requirements with no problems. Big thank you to the porters as well for carrying extra clothing and all of the tents/ bedding for the trip. The tour ended walking through the sun gate and into Maccu Picchu which was truly amazing plus then a guided tour through the site before a final lunch in town and train ride to Ollantaytambo. The Alpaca team was wonderfully organised and I would recommend this experience highly to everyone.
Incredible trek through the Andes to Machu Picchu
Had an amazing time in the Andes visiting archeological sites along the inca trail! The mountain views were breath taking and I didn't want to trip to end. Food was very good and everything was very well organized and ready promptly.