Peaks, Views & Natural Wonders
This collection explores the diverse topography of the Urubamba region, ranging from the 6,271-meter Nevado Salkantay to the subtropical cloud forests of the Machu Picchu Historical Sanctuary. It features high-altitude landmarks like the 4,215-meter Warmi Wañusqa pass and the Intipata agricultural terraces. The selection also highlights several cascades, such as the 100-meter Perolniyoc Waterfall, and unique cliffside accommodations suspended 400 meters above the Sacred Valley floor.
Machupicchu Historical Sanctuary
A UNESCO World Heritage site covering 32,592 hectares of cloud forest and archaeological sites. It protects the biodiversity of the Urubamba River basin and the 15th-century Inca citadel.
Huayna Picchu
Huayna Picchu, Quechua: Wayna Pikchu, is a mountain in Peru around which the Urubamba River bends.
Salcantay
Salcantay, Salkantay or Sallqantay is the highest peak in the Vilcabamba mountain range, part of the Peruvian Andes.
Naturavive
Transparent luxury capsules clinging to a cliff face 400 meters above the Sacred Valley. Access involves climbing a via ferrata or hiking, followed by a descent via ziplines.
Catarata de Mandor
A secluded waterfall located along the railway tracks between Aguas Calientes and the hydroelectric station, surrounded by botanical gardens and diverse birdlife.
Runkurakay
An intermediate peak and archaeological site along the Inca Trail, featuring a semi-circular stone structure that likely served as a tambo or ritual site.
Alcamayo Waterfalls
A series of waterfalls reached via a forest trail from Aguas Calientes. The site features natural pools and dense tropical vegetation.
Dead Woman's Pass
Known in Quechua as Warmi Wañusqa, this is the highest point of the Classic Inca Trail at 4,215 meters above sea level, offering views of the Pacaymayo Valley.
Dead Woman
High-altitude viewpoint at 4,200 meters, marking the summit of the first pass on the trek to Machu Picchu.
Perolniyoc Waterfall
A 100-meter-high waterfall located near the village of Socma. The site is topped by the Raqaypata archaeological ruins overlooking the cascade.
Intipata
An extensive archaeological site of agricultural terraces carved into a steep hillside, offering panoramic views of the Urubamba River and the Winay Wayna ruins.
Poq Poq Waterfall
A waterfall reached via a downhill hike from Chinchero along an ancient Inca path, situated within a deep limestone canyon.
The Inka's Balcony
A natural viewpoint near Chinchero providing a wide perspective of the Sacred Valley and the surrounding Andean peaks.
Cerro Casamientuyoc
A mountain peak located within the Machu Picchu historical sanctuary area.
Mirador Racchi
A viewpoint located on the road between Cusco and Urubamba, offering a full panorama of the Sacred Valley and the Vilcanota mountain range.
Waka Chincana
A sacred rock formation and viewpoint near the Chinchero archaeological site.
Tantanmarka
A mountain viewpoint overlooking the Urubamba River valley.
Casa de los volontarios
A wilderness hut and volunteer base located in the high-altitude rural community of Huilloc.
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