The Machu Picchu Experience
The Briefing
We will have a briefing before starting any of our experiences. We will give you detailed information about the trip itinerary, necessary equipment, altitude, weather conditions, etc. Inquiries and doubts will be answered, We just want you to understand and be confident of the whole tour itinerary.
The Altitude
Once you arrive in Cusco the best is to rest a couple of days take things easily prior to any tour departure. Altitude sickness gives you a headache, stomachache, hands tingling, etc. There is some medication you can take to prevent altitude sickness, for instance 'acetazolamide' besides it is helpful to have a coca tea; and hot drinks to not get dehydrated. In case you get bad altitude sickness, you must ask for medical help.
Checklist
Once you are on your way, get a steady pace, and stop when you need to, this way you get less tired, and enjoy the hike.
Depending on the style of your tour, you will need some different items; here a general list our experience tells us is the best to take with you:
Equipment:
- Backpack
- Sleeping bag and silk liner
- Maps, compass, and guidebook,
- Water bottle
- Torch and flashlight
- Spare batteries
- Duffle bag (if you have porter).
Clothing:
- Trekking boots
- Hat (warm) scarf and gloves
- Waterproof jacket,
- Umbrella,
- Trousers,
- Running shoes,
- Sandals or flip-flops,
- Shorts, trousers or a skirt,
- Thermal underwear,
- Sunhat, fleece jacket,
- T-shirt--2 or 3 and long sleeved shirt with collar and so forth.
Other Items:
- Toiletries
- quick-drying camp towel
- toilet paper
- cigarette lighter
- sunscreen
- polarizing sunglasses
- pocket knife
- iodine
- water-purification tablets
- medical and first aid kit
- insect repellent
- Emergency kit including a whistle and waterproof matches
- Candles
- Camera, memory card and battery charger
- Spare batteries
- Binoculars
