The Top 6 Natural Monuments in Machupicchu
Machupicchu’s landscape is a beautiful place to explore — something that you can best experience by visiting one of our 6
beautiful natural monuments in Machupicchu. To help you find the one for, you can see all the details you need to explore the best natural monuments, and better plan your next outdoor adventure!
beautiful natural monuments in Machupicchu. To help you find the one for, you can see all the details you need to explore the best natural monuments, and better plan your next outdoor adventure!
Last updated: November 4, 2025
Machu Picchu
Highlight • Historical Site
Machu Picchu is epic. The ruins stand 2,430 meters above sea level amidst a tropical mountain forest in a stunningly beautiful environment. It was probably the most incredible urban creation …
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Salkantay Pass
Highlight • Mountain Pass
Once you reach the spectacular Salkantay Pass, you are faced with breathtaking views of the Humantay and the Salkantay. The pass is located at an altitude of 4,630 meters, but …
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Lake Humantay
Highlight • Lake
Humantay Lake is one of the most beautiful places to visit in the area and a mandatory detour for anyone on the Salkantay Trek. The difficult high-altitude climb is rewarded …
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Climb to Huayna Picchu
Highlight • Summit
Only registered persons may climb out here. There are only two tours a day, one in the morning and one in the afternoon. The number of participants is limited. Early registration!
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Wiñay Wayna Inca Ruins
Highlight • Historical Site
Old Inca ruins with a fantastic view
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