The entrance to Huayna Picchu is the most difficult to get in Machu Picchu. Booking a ticket can be frustrating. In the first place, there is the problem of reserving it in advance. Then there is the drama of making the purchase online. However, getting a ticket is not as complicated as it seems. These are the most common problems about buying the ticket Huayna Picchu. And, of course, their solutions.

• There is no availability for Huayna Picchu!
• Are children not allowed to enter Huayna Picchu?
• Is not there an entrance ticket just for Huayna Picchu?
• Can not I pay the ticket Huayna Picchu with a Visa card?
• Is the official website working?
• I can not make the Huayna Picchu ticket reservation for next year!
• I was wrong! How to change the data of my ticket Huayna Picchu?
• How to access the Huayna Picchu ticket discounts?
• What is the best option if the Huayna Picchu tickets are sold out?
• Which Huayna Picchu group to choose?

Ascent to Huayna Picchu

Huayna Picchu (Waynapicchu in Quechua) is a mountain located north of Machu Picchu. It is located 2,720 meters above sea level. Reaching its peak is considered one of the most incredible short walks in the world.

There is no availability for Huayna Picchu!

The most recurrent problem is finding availability.The Huayna Picchu reservation must be made 3 months in advance. If you plan to make your visit for the high season of tourism (from April to October), with up to 4 months.

In case you no longer find availability try these steps:

• Check that a space is not suddenly released on the Waynapicchu day and time that you wish to enter.
• Contact a travel agency or the official website of the Ministry of Culture of Peru to verify if there is no longer any availability.
• If they confirm that there is no availability, it only remains to change the date for another one in which there are free spaces.

Are children not allowed to enter Huayna Picchu?

To Huayna Picchu can only enter over 18 years old. This surely in order to avoid accidents or any crowding problem. The change was developed during the ticket changes that also enabled new routes and the high season officially.

View of the ruins of Machu Picchu from Huayna Picchu

Is not there an entrance ticket just for Huayna Picchu?

No. The ticket Machu Picchu + Huayna Picchu is the only entrance that allows entry to the Waynapicchu. This ticket includes access to the Inca Citadel of Machu Picchu. There is no ticket designed exclusively to access the ‘Huayna’. Remember that the gateway to this adventure tourist attraction is located within Machu Picchu.

About the entrance hours to Huayna Picchu
In the past there were 4 admission schedules, but now there are only two groups or admission schedules. In this sense, at the moment of making the reservation you will have to choose between the first schedule that allows the entrance at 07:00 hours with a waiting time of 45 minutes. The second schedule is at 09:00 hours, with a similar waiting time. The change of the waiting time was announced, so it is recommended to be attentive to the digital tickets that will be sent after the reservation. Those issues are detailed there.

Can not I pay the ticket Huayna Picchu with a Visa card?

The website of the Ministry of Culture of Peru is the official ticket sales website. It accepts only Visa card as a method of online payment. However, this card must be affiliated with the ‘Verified by Visa’ security service.

If you do not have a ‘Verified by Visa’ card, you can not make your purchase on the official website. We recommend that you follow these steps to solve the problem:

• Contact the bank that issued your Visa card and request a ‘Verified by Visa’ affiliation.
• To make your membership you will need to enter some information as well as a new password and personal message.
• If after registering your card problems with your Visa card persist, please contact the Ministry of Culture of Peru.
• If there is no solution and you want to acquire your ticket without inconvenience, contact an agency that offers this type of ticket.

A cloudy day at the top of Huayna Picchu Mountain

Is the official website working?

A very frequent problem in the official sales website of the Machu Picchu ticket is that it does not work. Why this difficulty? Most of the time is because the web is in maintenance. Other times, the website is not compatible with any type of cell phone.

Try these steps to solve the problem:

• Go to http://www.machupicchu.gob.pe/
• If you see a message before accessing the site, just click on ‘Allow’. This way you will be able to navigate better in the website.
• If you see a statement just at the beginning of the navigation, just leave this message and continue browsing.
• If there is no way to access the official website, contact the ‘call center’ service of the Ministry of Culture of Peru.
• Many times the problem is only temporary, so it only remains to have patience and continue trying.

I can not make the Huayna Picchu ticket reservation for next year!

Other of the most common problems on the official website are reservations for next year. Only in mid-December, the Ministry of Culture of Peru allows to book a Waynapicchu ticket for the following year. This causes a race for the first income to Waynapicchu Mountain during the last days of the year.

A solution to this problem is to stay alert to the opening of spaces on the official website. As soon as tickets are opened for the following year, many people will try to get theirs.

Do you want to secure your income to the Waynapicchu mountain for the following year? Book at ticketmachupicchu.com and separate your tickets before everyone else. Tickets will be sent to you the last week of December.

I was wrong! How to change the data of my ticket Huayna Picchu?

To book an entry to Huayna Picchu, you must complete your personal information such as: names, surnames, type and document number. This information must match your passport or identity document so that you can enter the Wonder of the World.

Did you make a mistake and want to change your data? Keep calm. Yes, it is possible to change personal information on the ticket. However, in any case, there is an economic penalty that varies according to the anticipated time with which the procedure is requested.

Remember that the ticket is only valid for the day and time recorded on the ticket. If for any reason you do not make the visit on such date, there is no refund of money.

How to access the ticket Huayna Picchu discounts?

There are special discounts for the ticket price Machu Picchu + Huayna Picchu. To access this benefit you must make a reservation and send the necessary documents that prove the benefit through an e-mail.

These are the types of discounts offered by the Waynapicchu ticket and the necessary documents to access these benefits:

• University undergraduate students and under 25s: send a digital copy of the valid university card.
• Minors (between 8 to 17 years old): send a digital copy of the passport or identity document proving the age of the minor. Valid once the entrance for minors is enabled.
• Citizens of the Andean Community of Nations (Peru, Colombia, Ecuador and Bolivia): a digital copy of the passport or identity document that proves the nationality of the person.

What is the best option if the Huayna Picchu tickets are sold out?

Looking for adventure in Machu Picchu but the tickets to Huayna Picchu are sold out? The best options are to make the trek to Inti Punku (Puerta del Sol) or ascend to the top of the Machu Picchu mountain. Which is the best option?

• Intipunku hike: This hiking trail is of moderate difficulty. It is only for people over 18 years old. Lasts (round trip) approximately 4 hours. The Sun Gate is the ancient gateway to Machu Picchu in Inca times. From there you have beautiful views of the archaeological complex.
• Hiking to the mountain Machu Picchu: This short walk has a moderate difficulty. This route is only available for people over 18 years of age. The route (round trip) takes 4 hours on average. Its wide roads are made of stone and do not represent any problem. From any part of the way, you can appreciate the beauty of the Wonder of the World. It is located at the highest point, 3,082 meters above sea level.

To get to Inti Punku and hike to this point, it will only be possible with the respective ticket: Machu Picchu + Inti Punku. Similarly in the case of Machu Picchu Mountain, you will need the ticket in question. It is important to note that, although both belong to the Panoramic Route, it will not be possible to do both routes with only one ticket.

Which Huayna Picchu group to choose?

There are two schedules to visit Machu Picchu and then climb to the top of Huayna Picchu. The first schedule allows the entrance to Machu Picchu at 7:00 in the morning and begins to ascend to Huayna Picchu at approximately 8:00 in the morning. For this, you must pass the checkpoint, showing again the entrance ticket and identity card. The second schedule begins with the entrance to Machu Picchu at 9:00 in the morning and the ascent at 10:00. It also requires you to register in the visitor’s book before starting the hike.

• Group 1 (7 am to 8 am) – The ascent is done very early. At that time, the sun does not physically wear away the visitor. With this group, tourists can be among the first people to appreciate Machu Picchu from the top of Waynapicchu. To arrive early it is necessary to spend the previous night in the town of Aguas Calientes.
• Another advantage is that you can find a cool or temperate climate. Ideal for hiking without the presence of mosquitoes or strong sun. Although all this will be present when you return. Do not forget to use sunscreen and mosquito repellent.
• Group 2 (9 a.m. to 10 a.m.) – At this time you can find a more radiant sun. But with some blizzards or traces of the sunrise. It is ideal for taking pictures. However, the sun can wear out the visitor. At the top you can get beautiful landscapes. During the ascent, the visitor will have to give space to the descending visitors.
• When doing this tour you should use sunscreen and even a hat or cap from the very beginning. It is important to take care of your skin to have a better experience during the tour. Also do not forget to use mosquito repellent at least every hour of the tour.

Advice from people who have been there

Machu Picchu

By: Mario R.

“An unforgettable experience“

“During the summer vacations and thanks to a student exchange I was able to visit Peru, it is incredible. But to know Machu Picchu was what marked me the most, I was amazed at its natural beauty and the perfect constructions of the Incas, it is truly a wonder. And best of all, the entrance fee was discounted, what more could I ask for. I highly recommend it.“

By Ticket Machu Picchu – Last updated, August 15, 2024