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Huayna Picchu 2024: changes, availability and prices

The Machu Picchu + Huayna Picchu ticket is the only ticket that allows the ascent to the famous Huayna Picchu mountain. Although this ticket coincides with the other tickets or routes of Machu Picchu Circuit 3, the tours have a designed circuit. For the Machu Picchu + Huayna Picchu ticket, only 200 tickets are available, among which 150 are for virtual sale. These 200 tickets are sold out in a short period of time, so it is difficult to get a reservation for this ticket. Meet the main changes made in 2024 to have the view of this beautiful place.

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Tourists touring the trails of the Huayna Picchu mountain

In 2024 the entrance Machupicchu with Huaynapicchu is still the most requested by tourists. It is recommended to make the purchase 3 months in advance. The ticket allows you to visit Machu Picchu by circuit 4 (lower part of the archaeological site). It also allows you to hike to the top of Huayna Picchu. For security measures and the optional hike to the Temple of the Moon (the Great Cavern) is not allowed.

The difference between Huayna Picchu and other Machu Picchu tickets

Know the difference between the Huayna Picchu 2024 ticket and the other Machu Picchu tickets:

TICKETS MACHU PICCHU 2024TICKET MACHUPICCHU CLASSICTICKET MACHUPICCHU + HUAYNAPICCHUTICKET MACHUPICCHU + MOUNTAINTICKET MACHUPICCHU + HUCHUYPICCHUTICKET MACHUPICCHU + INCA BRIDGE
Price152 S/.200 S/.200 S/.152 S/.152 S/.
IncludesCitadel of Machu PicchuCitadel of Machu Picchu and Huaynapicchu mountainCitadel of Machu Picchu and Machupicchu mountainCitadel of Machu Picchu and Huchuypicchu mountainCitadel of Machu Picchu and Inca Bridge
Type of photosNear the Guardian’s HomeLandscape photo in HuaynapicchuClassic photo postcard and landscape photo in mountainLandscape photo in HuchuypicchuClassic postcard photo and photo of the Inca Bridge
Constructions in MachupicchuThe Temple of the Sun, the Sacred Square, the Temple of the 3 Windows, the Intihuatana, the Sacred Rock, the Temple of the Condor, etc.The Sacred Rock, the Temple of the Condor, the Temple of the Sun, the Water Mirrors, the Temple of the 3 Windows, etc.The Temple of the Sun, the House of the Inka, the Ceremonial Fountains, the Hall of Mirrors, the Temple of the Condor, etc.The Sacred Rock, the Temple of the Condor, the Temple of the Sun, the Water Mirrors, the Temple of the 3 Windows, etc.Inca Bridge, the Temple of the Sun, the Sacred Plaza, the Temple of the 3 Windows, the Intihuatana, the Sacred Rock, the Temple of the Condor, etc.
AltitudeMachu Picchu (2,430 masl)Huayna Picchu (2,693 masl)Machupicchu Mountain (3,082 masl)Huchuypicchu Mountain (2,497 masl)Inca Bridge (2,400 masl)
Walking distance600 meters2 kilometers2 kilometers1 kilometres1 kilometres
Walking difficultyEasyModerate – DifficultHardEasyEasy
Advance purchase2 or 3 weeks before3 or 4 months before3 or 4 months before2 or 3 weeks before2 or 3 weeks before
Age limitSuitable for everyoneSuitable for adultsSuitable for adultsSuitable for adultsSuitable for adults
Season availableAll year roundAll year roundAll year roundHigh seasonHigh season
Re-entry to MachupicchuNoNoYes, onceNoNo

What is the most important change in Huayna Picchu for 2024?

  • After the changes of June 1, 2024, three new circuits were created, which have different routes.
  • The route or ticket Machu Picchu + Huayna Picchu, is located in Circuit 3 or Royal Route.
  • All the routes of Circuit 3 or Route of the Royalty allow a tour of the lower temples of Machu Picchu.
  • Now there is the option of doing the route to the Great Cavern or Temple of the Moon with its respective ticket (only in high season).
  • Visitors have up to 6 hours to make the tour of Huayna Picchu and Machu Picchu.
Tourist enjoying the Huayna Picchu view
Tourist enjoying the Huayna Picchu view

Huayna Picchu 2024 schedules

These are the entry hours:

  • Group 1 enters Huayna Picchu until 8:00 am. The entrance to Machu Picchu is from 6:00 in the morning. You can stay a maximum of 6 hours from the time of entry.
  • Group 2 enters Huayna Picchu at 11:00 am. The entrance to Machu Picchu is from 9:00 am. The maximum stay is 6 hours from the time of entry.
  • The entrance schedule is the same during regular and high season.
  • During the high season (June 1st to October 15th) availability increases. Even so, it is recommended to make your reservation in advance.
  • An increase in availability will be applied during December 30 and 31.

The entrance to Huayna Picchu also includes access to the Inca city of Machu Picchu. There the route continues through the destinations of the Lower Temple Circuit which includes visits to: the Sacred Rock, the Temple of the Condor, the Temple of the Sun, the House of the Inka, the Water Mirrors and more. It is not allowed to retrace your steps or re-enter Machu Picchu.

How much does the Huayna Picchu 2024 ticket cost?

These are the ticket prices:

MACHU PICCHU + HUAYNA PICCHU 2024 OFFICIAL ENTRANCE TICKET
ForeignPriceNational (Peru, Colombia, Bolivia, Ecuador).Price
Adult200 S/.Adult112 S/.
Student118 S/.Student80 S/.
Child (8 to 17 years old)118 S/.Child (8 to 17 years old)80 S/.

*Prices in Peruvian soles (S /.)

How to buy the ticket?

To buy the Huayna Picchu 2024 ticket, the tourist must make a reservation online and make the payment with Visa or MasterCard, American Express, among others.

Follow these steps to buy the Huayna Picchu ticket:

  1. Make your reservation online through the official page of the Disconcerted Directorate of Culture Cusco or with the website of an authorized travel agency.
  2. Make the payment with Visa, MasterCard, American Express cards or some other payment method (Diners Club, PayPal).
  3. Print the tickets that will be sent to you in PDF format and present them the day of your visit to Huayna Picchu.
The mountains of Machu Picchu
The mountains of Machu Picchu

How to access the discounts?

The Huayna Picchu 2024 ticket offers discounts for different types of visitors who meet the following requirements:

  • University students:

    • Be an undergraduate student and under 25 years old.
    • Reserve the ticket by sending an email with the valid university card.

  • Minors:

    • Be under the age of 18.
    • Reserve the ticket by sending an email with the passport or identity document.

  • Tourists from Peru, Colombia, Ecuador or Bolivia:

    • Be a citizen or resident foreigner in the countries of the Andean Community of Nations: Peru, Colombia, Ecuador or Bolivia.
    • Reserve the ticket by sending an email with the passport, identity document or immigration card.
    • For the moment, access to minors is restricted. Be sure to consult this detail at the time of making your reservation.

The purchase of the Huayna Picchu ticket with discount for university students and minors can only be done through the website of an authorized travel agency. However, remember that access to Huayna Picchu is only allowed for people over 18 years old.

How far in advance should I buy the ticket?

  • The Machu Picchu + Huayna Picchu ticket must be booked in advance.
  • If you plan to make the trip during the high season. Make your reservation 3 or 4 months in advance.
  • In the months of May to August, you must buy the ticket 3 or 4 months before.
  • It is not possible to purchase the Huayna Picchu ticket in Cusco days before the visit.

Does Huayna Picchu close in 2024?

  • Huayna Picchu is open every day of the year.
  • In 2024, Waynapicchu is not expected to close except for an emergency that puts the safety of tourists at risk.
  • Like Waynapicchu, Machu Picchu is open all the time.
Tourist couple at the top of Huayna Picchu mountain
Tourist couple at the top of Huayna Picchu mountain

More information about the Huayna Picchu ticket

  • The Huayna Picchu 2024 ticket allows you to stay a maximum of 6 hours, both in Machu Picchu and in the mountain.
  • The average stay in the Huayna Picchu mountain is 3 hours.
  • A total of 400 people enter Huayna Picchu daily. 200 people are divided by group or time of entry.
  • Previously the Temple of the Moon was closed. Today you can enter and do this route. But, only with your ticket “Machu Picchu + Great Cavern or Temple of the Moon”.
  • Huayna Picchu is recognized as one of the most incredible short trail routes on the planet.
  • Waynapicchu means ‘Young Mountain’ in Quechua, the language of the Incas that is still spoken in the Andes of Peru.

Questions and answers about Huayna Picchu in 2024

  • 1) How much does the entrance to Huayna Picchu cost?

    The entrance for foreign adults costs 200 Peruvian soles. Adults from Peru, Colombia, Ecuador or Bolivia pay 112 Peruvian soles.

  • 2) How to buy the ticket?

    Tickets must be purchased online 3 or 4 months in advance. Payment is made with Visa, MasterCard or American Express cards. The ticket is sent to the tourist’s email ready to be printed.

  • 3) Is there a discount for college students?

    Yes, undergraduate university students under 25 years of age pay 118 Peruvian soles. University students from Peru, Colombia, Ecuador or Bolivia pay 80 soles.

  • 4) Is Huayna Picchu open in 2024?

    Yes, the Huayna Picchu mountain remains open for all of 2024.

  • 5) Can I buy the Huayna Picchu ticket in Cusco?

    Although it is possible to buy the entrance to Huayna Picchu, it is best to buy it online. The reason? This ticket sells out approximately 3 months before. Therefore, it is best to make the purchase online.

  • 6) Should I wear a mask to enter Huayna Picchu?

    Yes, the use of a mask is mandatory to enter Machu Picchu and the Huayna Picchu mountain.

  • 7) Can children under 12 years enter Huayna Picchu?

    No, since the changes made since June 1, 2024, minors in general can no longer enter this route. Now only people over 18 years of age can enter this hike.

  • 8) Is the walk to the top of Huayna Picchu difficult?

    The walk to the top of Huayna Picchu has a moderate – high difficulty. The distance is 2 kilometers along paths and stone steps. Reaching the top takes 1 hour or more, depending on the physical condition of the visitor.

  • 9) Can I visit the Temple of the Moon in 2024?

    No, the Temple of the Moon (also known as The Great Cavern) is closed by order of the Machu Picchu authorities.

  • 10) How much does the Huayna Picchu entrance cost for Peruvians?

    Adult Peruvians pay 112 soles. Peruvian university students pay 80 soles. Peruvian minors (from 3 to 17 years old) also pay 80 soles.

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Everything you need to visit Machu Picchu is here!

Your ticket to Machu Picchu

This ticket is the only ticket that allows entering the Wonder of the World. Reserve your income easily and securely. Remember that there are discounts for university students, minors and citizens of Peru, Colombia, Ecuador and Bolivia.

Your transport to the train station

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Your Train Ticket to Machu Picchu

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Your Bus Ticket to Machu Picchu

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Your Official Tourist Guide

The visit to Machu Picchu with a tour guide is the best way to know the Wonder of the World. Choose between the shared or private option and in the language of your choice: English, Spanish, Portuguese or French. Here are the best guides of Peru.

Tour to Machu Picchu All Included

Forget the tickets, preparations and entrust your trip to Machu Picchu to the experts. The tours offer pick up, transfer, train ticket, bus, tour guide and entrance to Machu Picchu. There is also option to enter Huayna Picchu and lunch buffet.