5 Tips to Consider Before Hiking Trips to Machu Picchu

By far, Machu Picchu is the most popular destination throughout Peru and is rapidly becoming one of the most popular places on the earth. Now Machu Picchu makes its way onto every holiday bucket list. So it’s no surprise you see the majestic sightings in photos and videos of the Incas hauling massive stones around a mountainside to build such a fabulous place.

The archaeological site gives specific energy that offers a chilling experience while looking out over the scene. You will find it easy to transform back in time and imagine everything that went on there once. Machu Picchu has a lot of history to learn and many things to explore. Machu Picchu is a UNESCO World Heritage Site and one of the World’s New Seven Wonders. For those traveling to Peru, hiking trips to Machu Picchu give them worthwhile experiences to treasure forever.

1. Keep an Eye on your Surroundings.

Keep an eye on your surroundings while hiking in Machu Picchu. There are so many porters rushing throughout the trail. Hence, you need to stay in the mountain area of the trail to avoid getting knocked off. If you see porters coming, you should let your teammates know about it so they can safely move to the mountainside of the trail. It becomes essential on the way down the Inca Trail’s steep steps. The trails are steeper than you think, so you need to consider your safety on the trail.

Llulluchapampa Valley

Begin your first part of the second-day journey hiking through the charming Valley of Llulluchapampa. While you ascend in altitude gradually, you will enjoy the perfect views of eye-catching snow-capped cliffs.

2. Stay Hydrated.

The dry climate and low oxygen level during the hiking trips to Machu Picchu require you to drink at least four to five liters of water daily. Hydration is essential for your body to function correctly at altitude. The higher you go, the greater the impact is on your body, and the more important thing is to stay hydrated. Generally, people dehydrate much faster at high altitude levels. If you fail to hydrate yourself, you will risk altitude sickness and badly affecting your trek.

3. Focus on the signs of acute mountain sickness.

You should consider the signs of acute mountain sickness. You need to acclimatize in Cusco before heading for the Inca trail treks. It is essential to sleep at 3,400m/ 11,152 feet for two nights before the trekking excursion. You should manage your ascent safely, and feel free to let your guide know how you feel.

4. Stay Together on your Trek.

You should trek as a team rather than trekking alone. You have to look out for yourself and other teammates trekking with you. Teamwork is significant for ensuring safe travel. You must look out for each other and enjoy the journey.

It is time to plan one of the hiking trips to Machu Picchu with VA Expeditions. We will provide you with inspirational ideas and necessary suggestions for hiking in Machu Picchu. For more information about our Machu Picchu hiking trip packages, please contact us at +1 – (888) 803 8004.