Physical Requirements
At Nat Hab, we provide access to some of the most wondrous nature encounters the world has to offer. Many take place in destinations that are wild and remote, with varying physical demands and limited medical facilities. All trips may not be suitable for every traveler. In order to participate in this itinerary, travelers must comfortably and reliably be able to execute all physical requirements as noted below.
Level of Difficulty
- Moderate
Trip Pace
Visit three locations over seven days
Early mornings are scheduled to allow maximum time for activities and transfers
Trip has a significant walking component
Hikes are generally at least 2 miles
Travelers must handle 2–3 hours of physical activity
Terrain includes dirt and stone paths with stone stairs
A gentler walk is the standard activity; Wayna Picchu is a strenuous optional hike
Two commercial flights
Travel by minibus on winding roads with ruts and potholes
Travel by train to access Machu Picchu
Not appropriate for travelers using wheelchairs, walkers or canes
Daytime temps range from 60–75°F, depending on season
Overnight temps are cooler, especially in winter
Nov–April: 60s°F, wetter season; Jan–Feb rainiest months
May–Oct: 70s°F, drier with occasional showers
Rain is possible year-round
This trip stays consistently at high elevation, between 8,000 and 12,500 feet
Highest elevation reached is 12,500 feet while driving over a mountain pass
Itinerary is designed to acclimate travelers gradually
