Nature Park trails and ruins, cloud forest and mostly natural pathways all throughout. Rocky stairways or rough trails with some steep climbs.

1-or 2-day relaxed pace, nature & ecological walks within hotel grounds and to the citadel/ruins of Machu Picchu. Some activities/excursions may be physically demanding, with varying difficulty levels and require hiking to higher altitudes. We urge you to consult your physician before participating in the trip and take all necessary precautions.

Acclimatization is the process of the body adjusting to the decreased availability of oxygen at high altitudes. Considering varying altitudes of destinations in Peru, travelers must try to go first to the lower ones before ascending to higher altitude cities. It is a slow process that could take place over a couple of days. Given enough time, your body will adapt to the decrease in oxygen at a specific altitude. Machu Picchu is the lowest place in Cusco area; hence it is the best place to start your trip and acclimatization process.

Altitude sickness, also known as acute mountain sickness (AMS) or soroche is a pathological condition that is caused by acute exposure to low air pressure usually above 2,400 meters (approximately 8,000 feet). Machu Picchu is located at 2300 meters/ 7600 feet above sea level. The main cause of altitude sickness is going too high too quickly; symptoms include headache, nausea, vomiting, fatigue, dizziness, sleep disorder among others. Before your travel to a high altitude destination, avoid eating too much, and on the arrival day itself, also eat less to avoid altitude sickness. If you stay at a high altitude, rest. Limit any walking or activity; you can explore the area, but take it easy especially on the first day. Drink plenty of water and avoid taking alcoholic beverages.

By rail to Aguas Calientes and by bus to Machu Picchu citadel. Requires a lot of hiking in a moderate altitude of 2,450 meters (8,038 feet) above sea level. Take necessary precautions to avoid altitude sickness and/or traveler’s diarrhea, the most common illnesses when traveling. Agility required for visiting ruins and temples. Not appropriate for wheelchair or other mobility aids.

The official currency is Nuevo Sol (PEN) divided into 100 céntimos. In Inkaterra Machu Picchu major credit card payments are accepted. There are no facilities to exchange Travelers’ cheques thus travelers are advised to have cash (in Soles) on hand as foreign currency exchange is limited. It is advisable to exchange to Soles before coming to the Machu Picchu though payment is accepted in both US Dollars and/or in Soles. Automated Teller Machines (ATMs) are mostly available only in the main cities.

Within Peru, when making international calls, dial 00 + country code + city code + telephone number. For inter-city calls: 0 + city code + telephone number. Inkaterra Machu Picchu Hotel has international phone call connections and WiFi internet connections all throughout the hotel. Please ask Reception for assistance.

Although no vaccinations are officially required, visitors are advised to take precautions, especially if planning to travel to jungle regions. The most common ailments for travelers are diarrhea and altitude sickness. Health care is limited in these areas, so safety measures must be taken regarding food and alcohol intake. Please see “Altitude Sickness Prevention”.

From Andean rituals to cooking lessons, mysticism lectures to quaint authentic nightlife, from handicraft markets to horseback riding through the ruins, Inkaterra Experiences Concierge can help you make the most of your Cusco stay by maximizing your valuable time. The Inkaterra Concierge team in Cusco has in-depth local knowledge and expertise to personally assist you throughout your visit, rising to every challenge and exceeding expectations. With our prestigious contacts and exclusive partners, we can arrange for your personal preferences and requirements, enabling us to create the most exceptionally authentic experiences for our guests.

Inkaterra´s commitment to authentic travel includes a legacy of conservation, preservation, and concern for local communities through responsible tourism programs such as Carbon Neutral & Wish List - From People to People and People to Nature, Inkaterra’s social & environmental welfare activities. Consider a continuing connection with the gift of a wish from our list.

Carbon Neutral is a term that indicates the point at which carbon dioxide (CO2) emissions are completely offset through high quality renewable energy, energy efficiency and/or reforestation projects. These emissions are measured, according to international standards, and given a monetary value (dollar/ton CO2) through Sustainable Travel International (STI). Inkaterra is not only carbon neutral but also carbon negative due to its conservation and reforestation efforts in the cloud forest and Amazon jungle. Inkaterra hotels provide its guests not only 100% carbon neutral stay but also the opportunity to offset their air travel related greenhouse gas emissions through carbon neutral directly with STI.