Down here in Cusco, we have happy hikers all year round! However, it is recommendable to share a few words about which is the easier, best season for doing the Lares Trek to Machu Picchu. This article will surely clarify a sometimes debated subject.
Weather Conditions for the Lares Trek
If discussing the best time for doing this hike, we ought to address the climate changes here in the Cusco region. There are two very distinct periods:
Dry season: spans from April to October.
- Temperatures are low, particularly between June and August
- Cold, strong winds
- Clear skies most of the time
- No raining at all
It is also known as high season, because the absence of rain keeps the paths dry, with no mud and the sky is wide open for admiring the unique natural beauty of the Andean chain and the jungle border. It all comes down to a matter of getting real warm clothing and having the stamina ready for the hike.
Rain season: goes from November to March.
- Temperatures are warmer, but nevertheless stay on the cold side up on high elevations
- Cold, strong winds
- The sky may get a little gray before/after rain
- There are quite spaced, brief pourings
Rain period is usually called low months, because: there are fewer hikers, the terrain gets more difficult, trekkers themselves and their gear have to be shielded, covered from pourings and finally, the paths get less solid and stable thus less safer.
Overall then, the time when we have more hikers, the best period for this excursion to Machu Picchu would be the dry one, that is, from April until October.
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Now you have very useful, insider data about the best months for doing the Lares Trek. Talk to our staff for planning and booking a top vacation in Peru!
