- The Huayna Picchu hike is that gorgeous mountain that is tucked up against the Machu Picchu ruins in all the best photos and postcards.
- Machu Picchu is the most incredible place on earth and part of its wonder is the iconic mountain in the background Huayna Picchu.
- Surf breaks located close to Huayna Picchu Mountain peaks around Huayna Picchu Roads and rivers around Huayna Picchu.
- By hiking Huayna Picchu, you’ll enjoy unrivalled views of Machu Picchu. Better yet, climbing Huayna Picchu Mountain itself is a thrilling trek.
- Soon you will visit the ancient Machu Picchu ruins and maybe also climb up Machu Picchu Mountain or Huayna Picchu.
- Huayna Picchu is the tall peak you see in most photos of Machu Picchu and Machu Picchu Mountain is located at the opposite end of the site.
- To get a much more comprehensive and extensive understanding of the pros and cons of both Huayna Picchu and Machu Picchu Mountain, continue reading.
- Huayna Picchu is a difficult hike yet a great view and experience. We had very little time and this allowed us to experience Machu Picchu.
- Huayna Picchu (aka Wayna Picchu or Wayna Pikchu), which means ‘Young Peak’ in Quechua, is the large mountain that sits directly behind Machu Picchu.
- Don’t forget to bring your original passport, as this is going to be cross-checked against your entrance permit to Machu Picchu and Huayna Picchu Mountain.