Comments on: Training For Machu Picchu – How To Be Perfectly Prepared For Your Hike

By: Mark Whitman

Mark Whitman — Tue, 19 Nov 2024 06:37:02 +0000

In reply to Carla. Hi Carla, it's very hard to prepare for the altitude without actually going to altitude. I thiink if you're fit and active, you will be just fine on the hike. The Inca trail has a section with lots of steps so that can take it's toll on your knees. Worth wearing knee supports if you have bad knees.

By: Carla

Carla — Sun, 17 Nov 2024 01:01:34 +0000

Hi, 36f, I'm very overweight (250lbs) and very active. Powerlifting primarily. I also swim, kayak, and bike. I'm not particularly fast but I have decent endurance and would prioritize improving endurance as I got closer. I also hike but usually around 10k and never more than 1k elevation. Distance wise I think it would be fine for me, I can get there. Is there anything specific I could work on to help for the elevation? Losing weight would be great but unfortunately probably won't happen (just realistic). I'd like to go next autumn.

By: Tin

Tin — Tue, 08 Oct 2024 02:24:01 +0000

Helpful article. I'm going on the Inca trail this December. It's my first time doing something like this. I'm training right now (mostly gym work for the past month), but I will add running in a bit. I'm a little bit nervous. Will the remaining two months be enough time to train? Also, concerned with the altitude sickness. How many days in Cusco is ideal? F52

By: Mark Whitman

Mark Whitman — Fri, 26 Apr 2024 04:44:42 +0000

In reply to Kathy Fino. Hi Kathy, unfortunately I'm not qualified to answer this question. I recommend talking to your physician or GP.

By: Kathy Fino

Kathy Fino — Fri, 26 Apr 2024 03:03:45 +0000

Is it safe for me to go to Machu Picchu? I will be 17 weeks pregnamt at the time. I am worried anout the altitude.

By: Betty O'Dea

Betty O'Dea — Wed, 31 May 2023 19:06:01 +0000

I am so eager to take this off my bucket list! any help you can provide will be appreciated

By: Mark Whitman

Mark Whitman — Tue, 01 Nov 2022 10:30:29 +0000

In reply to Patti.

Hi Patti, I’m not familiar with any companies that offer woman’s only tours, but perhaps worth trying one of these operators -> https://www.machupicchutrek.net/inca-trail-tours/

By: Patti

Patti — Fri, 28 Oct 2022 18:05:58 +0000

Hi Mark- Do any of the tour companies have tours specifically for seniors. I’m in my early 60’s and in good shape. Right now I’m looking at a woman’s tour, unfortunately, most are in their 40’s.. and they carry their own backpacks.

By: Mark Whitman

Mark Whitman — Thu, 27 Oct 2022 15:04:43 +0000

In reply to Anna Perera. Hi Anna, quite a few people in their 70s hike to Machu Picchu, either on the Inca trail or alternative trails. The Inca trail is particularly tough on the knees as there are lots of steps. I would say all treks are relatively challenging, but if you're in good health and comfortable walking for 10-15km over undulating mountain trails for 3-4 days, then you can definitely do it. Hope this helps!

By: Anna Perera

Anna Perera — Thu, 27 Oct 2022 11:24:11 +0000

I will be 70 next year and want to do the Machu Picchu trail. I believe I’m relatively fit for my age – can swim over 1km freestyle without stopping in around 24 minutes (not over pushing myself) walk several times a week, between 8-16 Kms each time. I climbed Adams Peak in Sri Lanka 3 years ago which is considered pretty tough and I did find it so. Actually, coming down worse as my knees were very painful. So I’m wondering if I am being unrealistic in thinking I should be able to do this. My son did it aged 18 and he’s super fit but says he thinks I’ll be fine. But what do you think?