Travel Reference
In-Depth Information
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There are regular departures from May to September, and private departures can be or-
ganized at any time of year. The best trekking months are June to August. In the wettest
months (from December to April), trails can be slippery and campsites muddy. In Febru-
ary the Inca trail is closed for maintenance.
If renting equipment, always check it before setting out. In addition, be sure to pack
rain gear, insect repellent, sunblock, a flashlight, basic first-aid supplies and water-purific-
ation tablets. For the Inca Trail, trekking poles are highly recommended, since you'll be
descending a number of cartilage-crunching stone steps.
If you're on a guided trek, take a stash of cash for tipping the guide and porters. (About
US$10 per day per trekker is the minimum decent tip for a guide; a similar amount to di-
vide among your porters is appropriate.)
For information on the Inca Trail, turn to
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.
For tips on booking a good trek,
turn to
Click here
.
