Huayna Picchu is what most people picture when they envision Machu Picchu. It’s the right-hand hump on that classic mountain range that rears up behind the ruins site. From Huayna Picchu, you can see the whole Lost City spread out below.
You can hike up to the top of it for a spectacular view, but you’d better not have vertigo if you do – it’s a harrowing route with sheer drops and little in the way of guardrails. In general, it’s not for the faint of heart.
If you want to get that classic “Machu Picchu shot,” there is a path that winds up behind the ruins from which you can take photos of the city spread out below and Huayna Picchu in the background.
This is an easier hike that will test your mettle far less, and still sends you home with glorious travel photos.