Inca Trail 2024 – How to Book!

Inca Trail 2024 – How to book, are highly covered and in great demand for the next year 2024.

It is our pleasure to inform you that the official release of permits for the Inca Trail 2024 will occur in the first days of October 2023.

We recommend that you get in touch with reliable tour operators who will facilitate the booking process for you. Please keep in mind that certain dates are exceptionally popular, and hence are likely to sell out quickly.

We suggest that you secure your preferred date by booking early. You will have the added advantage of securing the best available prices.

By booking early, you can plan better and enjoy a hassle-free expedition with your preferred travel company like Peru Wild Treks.

Will the Inca Trail Price increase for 2024?

We would like to inform you about the expected price changes for the Inca Trail hike in 2024.

As you know, a new Porter law mandates that a porter should make $140 for the 4-day Inca Trail trek and insurance benefits which are expected to increase the operational costs of the Inca Trail by 200% to 300% compared to 2023.

Due to this, tour operators may raise the prices of tours on the Inca Trail by up to 30% or even 50% more than the prices in 2023.

If I reserve the Inca Trail permits this year for the year 2024, until what point can I modify the departure date without incurring any additional charges?

If you secure your Inca Trail permit during this year, you have the flexibility to modify the departure date until September 31st 2023, without incurring any additional fees.

However, if you wish to make changes after October, you will be required to purchase new permits, as the Inca Trail permit is non-refundable.

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Short Inca trail to Machupicchu 2d/1n

Short Inca trail to Machupicchu 2d/1n

If you don’t feel like hiking the long Inca trail to Machu Picchu 4d/3n or simply don’t have enough time, then the Short Inca trail 2 days to Macchu Picchu would be a good option for you. Generally speaking, It is far less difficult than the Inca trail 4 days. It is perfect for families, friends, old people and students.  

Short Inca trail to Machupicchu 2d/1n, you will experience some of the highlights of the Inca trail, including the amazing Wiñaywayna inca site with its unparalleled terraces, the Sun Gate, lush subtropical vegetation, and then, of course, the Machu Picchu itself. And with that said, Here is everything you really need to know before hiking the short Inca trail

Short Inca trail to Machupicchu 2d/1n RULES
  • The maximum capacity of the Inca trail 2 days is 250 visitors per day.  
  • Our maximum number per group is 8 people with one tour guide
  • All the visitors must show their original passport at the check point
  • All the visitors should eat their BoxLunch in the sectors authorized for the consumption of food. Food preparation is not allowed on the route.

WHEN IS THE BEST TIME OF YEAR TO HIKE THE SHORT INCA TRAIL?

We highly recommend you book the Inca trail 2 days in the dry season, which runs from April to October. The weather during this time is predominantly dry, mainly in May, June, July, and August . Days are usually sunny with little chance of rain. But it is also a busy time to travel.

DOES INCA TRAIL 2 DAYS INCLUDE MY MACHU PICCHU TICKET?

Yes, with this permit, you access to the Inca trail on day 1 and Machu Picchu on the second day.

CAN I HIKE WITHOUT A GUIDE?

No, the only way to hike the short Inca trail 2d/1n is through an authorized travel agency like Peru Wild Treks. Before arriving at the checkpoint, every single visitor must be accompanied by a tour guide. Hiking along the Inca Trail without a tour guide has been banned since 2001.

DO I NEED TO BOOK THE INCA TRAIL 2 DAYS IN ADVANCE? 

Yes, you can book this hike 2 days in advance depending the availabilities according the government permit, we recommend getting the permits at least 5 months in advance for the high season which is from May to October. However, from November to  April you can book 1 month in advance. In January and March, you can find permits even one week in advance. February the Inca trail is closed for maintenance.

IS THERE AN OFFICIAL SITE TO GET THE INCA TRAIL PERMITS?

The permits have to be booked only through Authorized Inca Trail tour companies like Peru Wild Treks. Online booking site doesn’t exist so far. 

PREPARING FOR THE INCA TRAIL 2 DAYS

If you have never hiked before, you should start with regular cardio exercises before arriving in Peru. Anyone with previous experience in a multiple-day hike should not have trouble. Contrary to that, see the hike as a goal to achieve.

HOW FIT DO I NEED TO BE?  

As long as you do some exercise and cardio, it is going to be fine. You don´t need to be a hiking expert, to make the one-day Inca trail. Because on the second day you will visit Machu Picchu (walking tour).

CAN I BUY SNACKS? 

No, because there is no store on the way, so you can´t expect to buy snacks either water. You need to get some snacks before boarding the train in Ollantaytambo or one day before of your hike.

IS THERE DRINKING WATER? 

There is no tap water. Make sure you have enough water for the hike. The company is gvoing to provide you a mineral water 1 liter per person if you want more water you can buy one day before or at the beginning of the hike.