Are there any available spots left to hike the Inca Trail to Machu Picchu in May/June?
I have been trying to find a tour operator for the classic Inca Trail (4 days/3 nights) to Machu Piccu, but have not had any success finding an open spot for one person with any of the tour operators I have contacted. I've read there are at least 160 tour operators and I was thinking it would be a lot easier if I could just obtain a list of all of them. Thus far I've only been able to find the ones I can Google. From there, I eliminated the ones that were over 700 US dollars; however, I certainly didn't find anywhere near 160 operators. Unfortunately, all the ones I contacted said they were sold out in May and June.
I read that the Inca Trail is protected by restricting the number of treks/permits allowed. Is there a way to find out if there are any availabilities left without having to contact each individual tour operator? Also, does there exist a list of all the tour operators?
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Is May a good time to do the Inca Trail?
May and October, are the best times to trek the Inca Trail as permits may sell out slightly less fast as in the peak months, plus it's dry, and warmer than June, July and August.What month is the Inca Trail closed?
The Inca Trail to Machu Picchu closes every year during February. Since 2001, The new regulations regarding the management and preservation of the Inca Trail demand its temporary closure for the whole month of February due to safety matters and harsh weather conditions.How cold is the Inca Trail in May?
Inca Trail in May Despite the crowds, May offers incredible views of the mountains during the treks. Pros: Sunny days with clear sky nights offering great views during the day and night. Temperatures variations stretch between 19\u02daC/66\u02daF during day time and 3\xb0 C/ 37\xb0 F during night time.When can you hike the Inca Trail?
Peru is a year-round destination for travellers, but the dry/winter season \u2013 between May and September \u2013 is generally the most popular time for trekking. This is when the nights are cooler and there are often wildflowers in bloom along the trail.Why You should RECONSIDER The Inca Trail to MACHU PICCHU | Peru
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