Machu Picchu is one of the main destinations in the world, the incredible enclosures and landscapes that you will see in it you will not see anywhere else in the world.
Something that will make this great experience unforgettable will be to visit it as a family. Since this Wonder has been chosen among the best places to visit with children.
Climate Machu Picchu
Cusco and Machu Picchu have 2 very marked times in the year that are: the dry season (between April and October) and the rainy season (between November and March). For each of them, you must take forecasts for your family.
Rainy season:
This season has the highest amount of rainfall of the year, especially the month of February (for this reason the Inca Trail closes for that whole month). However, the days are warm, the temperature ranges between 19 ° C and 21 ° C, and the nights are not so cold compared to the dry season, the temperature is more stable.
Normally the rains are intermittent that can last from a few minutes to 2 to 3 hours. Rains can occur at any time of the day, and more frequently during the afternoon.
The advantage of this era is that you will find the citadel of Machu Picchu with fewer people than in high season, so it will allow you to take such special family photographs avoiding the conglomeration of people.
Something very nice of this season is the beauty of the greenery of the vegetation.
The most important thing at this time is to wear waterproof clothes, umbrellas and non-slip shoes especially if you come with children.
Dry season:
This season is the favorite for many travelers since it has almost no rain, excellent for family travel.
The characteristic of this season is the thermal variation that exists between day and night, the days are sunny, the temperature is high so it will be quite comfortable to wear light clothes (shirts with short sleeves, shorts, skirts), but during at night the temperature drops drastically so you should have warm clothes on hand to avoid getting a flu.
It is important to bring repellent since there are many mosquitoes at this season.
How to get to Machu Picchu as a family
Planning the family trip to Machu Picchu can be overwhelming, especially if you come with children.
Here are some tips to make your visit to Machu Picchu an unforgettable moment that will treasure a lifetime:
– Important to guarantee your entrance tickets before your arrival in Cusco (we recommend buying it before buying your plane tickets due to the limited availability of the different types and schedules of entry).
– Once in Cusco, you will have several alternatives to get to Machu Picchu. If you travel with children, the most appropriate alternative is to travel by train. The most recurring train service is the one that leaves from Ollantaytambo, you can get there by bus or taxi, the trip by car is 2 hours, from there you will travel by train for almost 2 more hours to Aguas Calientes. This route must also be returned.
– The most advisable thing when traveling to Machu Picchu as a family is to make your trip to Machu Picchu in 2 days overnight in Aguas Calientes, so when arriving in Aguas Calientes you should go to your lodging (book it in advance, since you are in high demand)
– The next morning you should go Machu Picchu citadel according to the time of your entrance ticket.
If the minor of your family are teenagers, climbing to Machu Picchu walking can be a great adventure, it will take approximately 2 hours.
If the minor of your family are children, it is best to get on a tourist bus. The trip takes 30 minutes.
– Huayna Picchu will be suitable for your family if your minors are teenagers, the minimum age for this adventure is 12 years.
– In the case of children, the Machu Picchu Mountain will offer an adventure similar to that of Huayna Picchu, it has no minimum age limit.
– The return route will follow the same route.
Ticket cost to Machu Picchu for children
Minors have a discount on admission to Machu Picchu
– Children under 8 do not pay income
– People under 18 and students have a normal price discount.
RATES 2019
The entrance rates to Machu Picchu vary according to the origin of the visitor, the age and type of admission of your choice. Here is a list with all the rates.
Foreign
Adult
– Machu Picchu Solo: S/. 152.00
– Machu Picchu + Montaña: 200.00
– Machu Picchu + Huayna Picchu: 200.00
Under 18
– Machu Picchu Solo: S/. 77.00
– Machu Picchu + Montaña: S/. 125.00
– Machu Picchu + Huayna Picchu: S/. 125.00
CAN (Andean Community): Perú, Colombia, Bolivia y Ecuador
Adult
– Machu Picchu Solo: S/. 64.00
– Machu Picchu + Montaña: S/. 112.00
– Machu Picchu + Huayna Picchu: S/. 112.00
Under 18
– Machu Picchu Solo: S/. 32.00
– Machu Picchu + Montaña: S/. 80.00
– Machu Picchu + Huayna Picchu: S/. 80.00
Travel alternatives to Machu Picchu as a Family
Machu Picchu is amazing, it is famous worldwide. In addition to it, Cusco has other unmissable Inca precincts, which visiting them as a family will be an experience that you and yours will treasure in memory for a lifetime.
Here we present a list with the best.
– Saqsayhuaman and the City Tour: It is one of the most recommended family tours to start your visit. It is a half-day tour in which you will visit the wonderful Cusco Cathedral, the Inca temple of Qoricancha and the fortress of Saqsayhuaman, as well as other Inca precincts. On this tour you and your family will learn the history of this beautiful land and the awesomeness of the Inca Culture.
– Ollantaytambo and the Sacred Valley. This tour is ideal for the whole family because it will cross the wonderful Sacred Valley of the Incas, and will glimpse beautiful landscapes with the sacred snow-capped mountains in the background. You will visit Pisaq, Ollantaytambo and Chinchero colonial town
– Moray and the Maras Salt Mines. This tour is ideal for the minors of the family, where you will be surprised with the ancient Inca circular terraces of Moray and visit the wonderful Maras salt mines.
– Tipón and the South Valley. This walk passes through the route of the Sun, you will visit the little-explored South Valley. You and your family will enjoy a didactic tour in which you will know Cusco in its 3 stages: Inca culture in Tipón, pre-Inca in Pikillacta and colonial in Andahuaylillas.
Tips and Recommendations for family travel
– Secure your entrance tickets to Machu Picchu in advance, especially if you will buy the entrance tickets with any of the Mountains.
– Book your flights.
– Reserve your accommodation.
– Wear appropriate clothing according to the season.
– Bring your personal documents.
– Bring cash or credit card.
– Take your personal medication.
– Cusco is at 3 400 m.a.s.l., be careful with altitude sickness.
– Take services from authorized Travel Agencies.
– Make money exchange in exchange houses and not in the street.
– Taste the cuisine of Cusco.
– Explore Cusco on your own or through a travel agency.
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