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Top 8 Nature & Parks in Machu Picchu, Cusco Region
It's no wonder Machu Picchu is Peru's most-visited site. Dating to the mid-1400s, it's a marvel of mortar-free limestone architecture perched on a high plateau deep in the Amazonian jungle. Get there via train from Cusco or, if you're not faint-hearted, make the trip on foot via a multi-day hiking trail—you'll travel through deep Andean gullies and enjoy stunning views.
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1. Huayna Picchu
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 4,238 reviews
The Wayna Picchu mountain, Wayna Pikchu in Quechua, (with an altitude of 2667 meters above sea level) is part of the eastern foothills of the Salcantay massif, in Cusco, Peru. It is part of a large orographic formation known as Batolito de Vilcabamba, in the Central Cordillera of the Peruvian Andes and is known mainly as the backdrop of most photographs
Reviewed By sunnyore - Cerritos, United States
I knew I wanted to do this hike on my trip, but I was a bit scared. The mountain looked huge in photos, and it was even more massive in person. I was already feeling winded at the beginning of circuit 1 just to get to the Classic MP view. But I knew I had to try because who knows when I’ll ever get a chance again. So I lined up for my 7am entrance time and signed in. The beginning wasn’t bad until you get to the base of HP, and then it felt like you were taking neverending stairs. I don’t exercise on a regular basis, so I found the constant uphill hike pretty difficult especially at such a high altitude. But I allowed myself a ton of breaks and slowly made my way to the top. And when you see the view on top, you realized all your effort was worth it. Going down was not as easy as I thought it would be and I’m glad they have staggered entry times since we’re basically going down the same path we came up in. Once again I took a lot of breaks and I believe I signed out around 9:30am. The 10am group have already lined up outside the gates and all I could think was how glad I went in the first group since it was getting really warm. I know the risk with the 7am entry is there might be fog, but weather is so unpredictable and we ended up having a really clear morning so I was thankful for that and the cooler temperature. My suggestion is if you think you might struggle a bit, do the 7am entry time and then you can really go at your own pace like I did. They have park employees hiking the trail as well and the one I interacted with was super nice and even offered to take a bunch of photos for me. It was a hard hike for me, but I’m 100% glad I did it. Just look at the view!
2. Inca Trail
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4.5 based on 2,190 reviews
Reviewed By F7638VCnickg - London, United Kingdom
Inca Bridge and Sun Gate Make sure you have a strong heart and knees You need heart on way up and knees on way down Great trails and you get away from the crowd Magnificent views
3. Mandor
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4.5 based on 517 reviews
Mandor is a family initiative for enviromental protection located 4Km from Machu Picchu village (Aguas Calientes). This property offer well maintained trails where you can walk into biodiverse gardens enjoying, learning and at the same time contributing to the restoration and preservation of the habitat of hundreds of species of flora and fauna. The waterfall at the end of the trail is really powerful and refreshing. Mandor Valley is the best place for outdoor activities and the birdwatching hotspot near Machu Picchu. The property also offers cabins and campsite where you can stay and enjoy the most of this quiet location.
Reviewed By Alicehelena1208
This is an interesting walk to get to from town, following the train line. The actual site is beautiful with a wide range of plants and birds/butterflies all around. The waterfalls are well worth the hike to see.
4. Putucusi Mountain
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4.5 based on 256 reviews
Reviewed By russypooh - Long Beach, United States
Putucusi “Happy Mountain” is one of the hidden mountains that surrounds Machu Picchu because very few people have visited. The roads are steep, however once at the top you can appreciate all the beauty of the landscape and a viewmthat not many people have been able to photograph.
5. Mariposario de Machupicchu
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4.5 based on 348 reviews
Reviewed By Supersue27 - Montross, United States
Highly recommend this conservatory. This donation only facility is trying to reintroduce butterflies that have been depleted mostly due to pollution and is in beautiful setting along the serene river. The amenities include interpretation, a small snack and gift shop and bathrooms. You can grab a snack among the birds, butterflies, mountains and river.
6. Jardin Botanico en Machu Pichu
7. Cascadas Allcamayo
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4.5 based on 26 reviews
Reviewed By 738marisz - Sigulda, Latvia
There are practically no directions to the waterfall. You need to find it by map. Some guy in the jungle asked 10 soles. I didn't really understand why it could be for entrance I assume. A step through the jungle on a hot day is daunting, but worth it. Waterfalls waters is crystal clear and clean. Probably the cleanest water I've ever seen in my life. Definitely worth a visit. Besides, I was the only tourist and did not meet anyone during the climb.
8. Hot Springs (Aguas Calientes)
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3.5 based on 1,689 reviews
Reviewed By 580miguelw - Erlangen, Germany
This small town, middle on the Mountanis / Rain Forest, is almost impossible to reach by car (only by train or walking, because of its difficult acces). It has grown really fast, because of the amount of tourism going to Macchu Picchu, however, it is a nice place to stay. Hot Springs, Craft brewerys (local made beers), and its outdoor posibilities, such: Inka Trek, Salkantay Trek, Andean Train, Choquequirao Trek, Macchu Picchu, Huayna Picchu, Shopping hand-made Market. A jungle remote town with international flair, recommended not only to stay on the way to Macchu Picchu.
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