Preparing to Hike the Inca Trail

Hike the Inca Trail GEOFFREY WEBBER

Preparing to Hike the Inca Trail GEOFFREY WEBBER

To get the most out of a hike on the Inca Trail,

PACKING FOR THE TRAIL

there are some key preparations that should be made before heading out to Peru. Once a tour

Packing smart and light is important advice

is booked, it is important to spend some time

for any planned hike on the Inca Trail. The

making sure you are as prepared as possible for

temperature in Peru can vary wildly, so

the challenges the Inca Trail can present.

taking clothes suitable for hot and cold temperatures is critical. With this in mind, it

FITNESS A good level of personal fitness will make the hike up the Inca Trail much easier and more enjoyable. It is possible to hike the trail without being a well-seasoned hiker; however, most of the trail itself runs along ancient, steep and narrow paths that are easier to tackle with a reasonable level of physical fitness.

is also important to think about how luggage is packed.

When hiking the trail itself, luggage that is not strictly necessary should be left in the hotel. Many tour companies have a team of support staff and porters who will carry food supplies and camping and cooking equipment up the trail to each campsite.

Packing smart and light is important advice for any planned hike on the Inca Trail.

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