Huayna Picchu Sacred Mountain
Also called Wayna Picchu, means 'young peak' in Quechua. In the region, it is commonly believed that the mountain served as a surveillance point to protect the Machu Picchu sanctuary.
Location: 80km (50mls) northwest of the City of Cusco.
Altitude: 2693m. (8835 ft)
Weather: Dry season (May to September), Wet Season (October to April)
The panoramic views of Machu Picchu and the surrounding mountains.
Fauna: colourful birds, andean condor, vizcachas, squirrels, bats, frogs, butterflies, moths, beetles, tarantulas, mantises, spiders, snakes, etc.
The climb is considered moderately difficult
Limited permits (400 hikers per day)
4 shifts: groups (7:00am to 8:00 am), (8:00am to 9:00 am), (9:00am to 10:00 am) and (10:00 to 11:00 am)
Time restrictions: must begin your hike within the designated time from started on your permit
Flora: Orchids, Bromedials, Ferns, Mosses and lichens, Trees like Aliso, Queñua, Chachacomo, Epiphytes, medical plants, etc.