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Altitude in Cusco & Machu Picchu: how to avoid soroche
Most travellers feel the altitude a little and are fine in a day or two. Our guide explains what to expect, how high each stop is and how to plan your days so it barely touches you.
What’s inside
Calm, practical and easy to follow
- What soroche is, who gets it and the usual timeline from the first hours to day 3
- The altitude of every common stop, from Lima to Rainbow Mountain
- A prevention plan: the right order for your itinerary, water, coca tea, food and rest
- Medication and oxygen: what to ask your doctor before you travel
- Warning signs, when to see a doctor and what your travel insurance should cover
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We plan the order of your days so you go up step by step and enjoy Cusco and Machu Picchu from the first morning.
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General travel information, not medical advice. Check with your doctor before you travel.