Treking poles: if you are use to using them, BRING THEM! Especially if you have knee problems. They really save your knees on the downhills. If you have time before your trek, & wondering if you should use them or not, start training with them as much as possible.
Really useful information. As you say everyone does the what to pack but not what they wouldn’t take the next time. I’m going in May next year and will use your information when packing. Thanks.
Just got back from Peru.It was the greatest experience of my life. I loved it. But I wish I had known that altitude sickness medicine makes you have explosive diarrhea. It made things harder on the trail to have to take it. Next time I would try to rely on coca tea and chewing coca leaves. Go to the Incafarma and ask for hand sanitizer. I bought a small bottle (8 oz?) that contained a green gel that was pharmaceutical grade. My daughter and I used it constantly and never ran out over a two week trip. Incafarma is an amazing, fantastic asset to visit if you need health items. Very good hiking poles were essential for me. I am 53 and in very good shape but those stairs arent really stairs so much as steep crooked rocks. LOL! Anything to help your balance is critical. You dont need an expensive hydration pack. A liter plastic water bottle works well enough. The porters can top off your water at the lunch spot. I carried a roll of toilet paper with me at all times on the trail. I used it often. TP is scarce in Peru. And you DO put used paper in a trashcan next to the toilet rather than flush it. Carry some uno Sol coins at all times. Most toilets arent free. Go to the market in Cusco that all the locals use. It is a mind bender!!! The locals were all friendly and fair. If you can find the small flute making shop in central Cusco owned by the large, dark skinned man who looks like the nicest grandfather in the world be prepared to by impressed with his flute making skills. Do everything slow, slow ,slow at altitude. Absorb the details. We move too fast in the West. Learn to move like the wonderful people of Peru.
Me and my brother used Diamox on the Annapurna Circuit in Nepal and no it does not cause diarrhrea though they say it causes you to pee more I did not have an issue at all.
It rained on you a lot. I’m going late September and hopefully won’t be as rained on. If you were going in September world you still bring the solar charger?
if you have it already and can spare some room, I would say bring it because nothings worse than not being able to charge your cameras at Machu Picchu!
Interesting video, thank you. I've been doing the Inca Trails (not just the main one) since the 80's, once every year or two. By now, I have completed the main Inca Trail 21 times, the Salkantay Trail 11 times, and a few times the Lares Trail, Ausangate Trail, and the Hiram Bingham Trail. (1) headlamp or flashlight? doesn't matter. what matters is how powerful the light is (get a high lumen device, 1000 lumen+ at least). (2) sandals are a really bad choice for most of these trails, no matter when you hike them. You need protection from the elements, support, stability, and good grip. (3) Sunblock is a must. The Sun burns more intensely near the Equator. (4) Hat is good, especially during the rainy season (Dec-Apr) (5) I'm very particular about sleeping bags - one type for cold/dry season, another type for less cold/rainy season. (6) Trekking Poles are a must on most of the Inka Trails, especially on the way down. More reason to use them if your legs (quads) are not strong enough. (7) Baby wipes are very convenient. TP is a must. (8) You forgot to mention INSECT REPELLENT, some kind of first aid stuff (meds, disinfectant, etc) (9) Sunglasses are also a positive thing to have. Gloves if you do it in the cold season. I'm preparing for my next trip to Peru in exactly one week. I'll be starting the main Inca Trail on Jan 8th, then I will be hiking the Choquequirao Trail (first time).
Thank you! Very useful video. Which month were you there? We will be doing this on July! Your video is so useful! Did you get any chance for at least a quick shower? I am a "city person" and I although I al thrilled about the experience, I am getting "cold feet".
Roxana Sandall thank you! I went in early march so it got a little chillier at night which is why I opted for the baby wipe shower instead. There's no hot water... and when they say it's cold water. Ohhh my goshhh! It was freezing haha
Hehe, thank you! I will keep watching all your videos from this trip. :-) and maybe ask some more! BTW I love the llama you bought! Ill get me one too! :-D
Wooo well done!! I did the Inca Trail too. Was so hard. and I took way too much stuff. Wayyyyy to much. video is awesome! I have a a bit of a vlog on my UA-cam from our trip, I would love your advice about editing it as I’m pretty new to this. Good luck with your future travels. 😊
Hi, great video, really useful...we’re flying to Peru in mid September and doing the 4 day Inca Trail! So any tips are greatly appreciated👍Subscribed and looking forward to watching your other videos, thank you, Elaine and Simon 😎😎👍👍
You're spending 4 days OUTSIDE hiking PACK SUNSCREEN! Uh.....rent the hiking poles. You won't know until you're on the hike if YOU PERSONALLY will need them. It doesn't matter if you know how to use them or not, there are people who can help you figure them out. Everyone in my group, seasoned and novice hikers, used their poles with the exception of the 3 month pregnant lady and I have NO CLUE how she managed those uneven rocky steps without them! Spend the money and hire a porter to carry your sleeping bag, sleeping pad, and other items you won't need during the day.
Are you simple? She literally explained why you don’t need hiking polls and your like YOU NEED THEM DOESN'T MATTER WHO YOU ARE! Lol some People are crazy
Hola, como van?, Los mejores y más cordiales Saludos desde puente piedra, lima, Perú, ojalá que puedan venir nuevamente en algún momento a mi país y que disfruten de la solidaridad, amabilidad, y fraternidad para con la gente que no gusta de la guerra y sus consecuencias, aqui podrán difrutar mucho de todo por aquí, con la familia y los amigos, felicidades por sus vídeos y que ustedes y los suyos esten bien, sean bienvenidos siempre...
Treking poles: if you are use to using them, BRING THEM! Especially if you have knee problems. They really save your knees on the downhills. If you have time before your trek, & wondering if you should use them or not, start training with them as much as possible.
Really useful information. As you say everyone does the what to pack but not what they wouldn’t take the next time. I’m going in May next year and will use your information when packing. Thanks.
Glad it could help! Thank you ❤
Just got back from Peru.It was the greatest experience of my life. I loved it. But I wish I had known that altitude sickness medicine makes you have explosive diarrhea. It made things harder on the trail to have to take it. Next time I would try to rely on coca tea and chewing coca leaves.
Go to the Incafarma and ask for hand sanitizer. I bought a small bottle (8 oz?) that contained a green gel that was pharmaceutical grade. My daughter and I used it constantly and never ran out over a two week trip. Incafarma is an amazing, fantastic asset to visit if you need health items.
Very good hiking poles were essential for me. I am 53 and in very good shape but those stairs arent really stairs so much as steep crooked rocks. LOL! Anything to help your balance is critical.
You dont need an expensive hydration pack. A liter plastic water bottle works well enough. The porters can top off your water at the lunch spot.
I carried a roll of toilet paper with me at all times on the trail. I used it often. TP is scarce in Peru. And you DO put used paper in a trashcan next to the toilet rather than flush it. Carry some uno Sol coins at all times. Most toilets arent free.
Go to the market in Cusco that all the locals use. It is a mind bender!!! The locals were all friendly and fair.
If you can find the small flute making shop in central Cusco owned by the large, dark skinned man who looks like the nicest grandfather in the world be prepared to by impressed with his flute making skills.
Do everything slow, slow ,slow at altitude. Absorb the details. We move too fast in the West. Learn to move like the wonderful people of Peru.
Thanks for all the Tips! just wondering did you get any vaccines prior to your trip?
My daughter and I were told we were fine.
Oh damn! Thank goodness I saw your comment - planning on going next year and my god that is crucial to know.
Me and my brother used Diamox on the Annapurna Circuit in Nepal and no it does not cause diarrhrea though they say it causes you to pee more I did not have an issue at all.
Thank you so much. I’m planning to go next month and this info is super useful! Appreciate it.
We are heading down soon, hope to see your video on the camps, tents, showers and more...Great videos, very helpful!
Enjoy your video. How much of a budget did you spend on your trip from start to end?
It rained on you a lot. I’m going late September and hopefully won’t be as rained on. If you were going in September world you still bring the solar charger?
if you have it already and can spare some room, I would say bring it because nothings worse than not being able to charge your cameras at Machu Picchu!
the puppy was cosigning on your comment to leave the trekking poles haha. so cute
ajahahaha I am from Peru and I can tell you right now BRING TOILET PAPER!!!
Interesting video, thank you. I've been doing the Inca Trails (not just the main one) since the 80's, once every year or two. By now, I have completed the main Inca Trail 21 times, the Salkantay Trail 11 times, and a few times the Lares Trail, Ausangate Trail, and the Hiram Bingham Trail.
(1) headlamp or flashlight? doesn't matter. what matters is how powerful the light is (get a high lumen device, 1000 lumen+ at least).
(2) sandals are a really bad choice for most of these trails, no matter when you hike them. You need protection from the elements, support, stability, and good grip.
(3) Sunblock is a must. The Sun burns more intensely near the Equator.
(4) Hat is good, especially during the rainy season (Dec-Apr)
(5) I'm very particular about sleeping bags - one type for cold/dry season, another type for less cold/rainy season.
(6) Trekking Poles are a must on most of the Inka Trails, especially on the way down. More reason to use them if your legs (quads) are not strong enough.
(7) Baby wipes are very convenient. TP is a must.
(8) You forgot to mention INSECT REPELLENT, some kind of first aid stuff (meds, disinfectant, etc)
(9) Sunglasses are also a positive thing to have. Gloves if you do it in the cold season.
I'm preparing for my next trip to Peru in exactly one week. I'll be starting the main Inca Trail on Jan 8th, then I will be hiking the Choquequirao Trail (first time).
From your packing video did you find the solar power battery charger worth it to bring on the trip?
Hi Jen, is there a place to leave your bag from the flight, your hotel etc?
What company did you hike with??
casey zocchi incatrailreservations.com
Going in May and doing a 4 day/3 night trek. I usually get very hot easily, do you think ill need more short sleeve or long sleeve shirts?
This is so helpful!! Thanks for sharing!
Thank you for posting
I Don't know which pack in my bag
Thank you! Very useful video. Which month were you there? We will be doing this on July! Your video is so useful! Did you get any chance for at least a quick shower? I am a "city person" and I although I al thrilled about the experience, I am getting "cold feet".
Roxana Sandall thank you! I went in early march so it got a little chillier at night which is why I opted for the baby wipe shower instead. There's no hot water... and when they say it's cold water. Ohhh my goshhh! It was freezing haha
Hehe, thank you! I will keep watching all your videos from this trip. :-) and maybe ask some more! BTW I love the llama you bought! Ill get me one too! :-D
Wooo well done!! I did the Inca Trail too. Was so hard. and I took way too much stuff. Wayyyyy to much. video is awesome! I have a a bit of a vlog on my UA-cam from our trip, I would love your advice about editing it as I’m pretty new to this.
Good luck with your future travels. 😊
:-) apologies for my misspelling! I wait for your comments!
Roxana Sandall don't apologize for anything ❤👍
Thank you for the tips ! Your video was super helpful :)
Trisha Baluyot yay that makes me happy! Glad it helps!
Hi, great video, really useful...we’re flying to Peru in mid September and doing the 4 day Inca Trail! So any tips are greatly appreciated👍Subscribed and looking forward to watching your other videos, thank you, Elaine and Simon 😎😎👍👍
Thank you so much! Glad it could help you, hope you have an amazing time and great weather!
Thanks for sharing! Really helpful info ✌💛
You're spending 4 days OUTSIDE hiking PACK SUNSCREEN! Uh.....rent the hiking poles. You won't know until you're on the hike if YOU PERSONALLY will need them. It doesn't matter if you know how to use them or not, there are people who can help you figure them out. Everyone in my group, seasoned and novice hikers, used their poles with the exception of the 3 month pregnant lady and I have NO CLUE how she managed those uneven rocky steps without them! Spend the money and hire a porter to carry your sleeping bag, sleeping pad, and other items you won't need during the day.
Are you simple? She literally explained why you don’t need hiking polls and your like YOU NEED THEM DOESN'T MATTER WHO YOU ARE! Lol some People are crazy
What month did you go?
Scott Wiley early march 👍
Awesome - thanks. Wife and I are going in September...
Scott Wiley that's great! Have fun 🤗
@@scottwiley8581 Hubby and I are going next month What did you think? any tips for us
Hola, como van?, Los mejores y más cordiales Saludos desde puente piedra, lima, Perú, ojalá que puedan venir nuevamente en algún momento a mi país y que disfruten de la solidaridad, amabilidad, y fraternidad para con la gente que no gusta de la guerra y sus consecuencias, aqui podrán difrutar mucho de todo por aquí, con la familia y los amigos,
felicidades por sus vídeos y que ustedes y los suyos esten bien, sean bienvenidos siempre...