Sun of the Andes Reviews

A wonderful and spectacular place, unique for a spiritual rest for its mystique, in addition to Machu Picchu, this place deserves to be visited

The view of Machu Picchu from here is simply spectacular. It's a good 2 hour round trip hike.

A splendid view of the city of Machu Picchu, Wayna Picchu and Urubamba.

It only makes sense to come here if you hike the Inca trail. It's a 'finish line' and a great reward after a long trip.

Very nice route to arrive, it takes approximately 2 hours between round trip

Breathtaking views of Machu Picchu in the mornings.

It was the highlight of the day hike from km 104 before getting to machu pichu. Beautiful vista point and a lot of meaning.

To get to the door of the sun, you travel an impressive path full of flora and fauna.

Beautiful views on a clear day. Such an achievement to reach the Sun Gate after 40km of hiking the Andes

Stopped off here on the way to Machu Picchu and when I first got to Sun Gate I thought it was Machu Picchu. To be the surprise of walking around the corner where there is nothing to suddenly be greeted by these ruins was amazing. The views down the mountain were amazing too.

Quiet a way up there but definitely worth the view!

At 30min from the citadel you arrive at the Puerta del Sol, which is the entrance of the Inca road to Machupicchu. There you have a view from another angle of Machu and hot waters

Spectacular view of the ruins, requires a 40 minute walk to an hour approximately. Worth the climb. Be sure to take a photo on the stone that is well pointed at the ruins.

Fantastic views from this point of the machu pichu, highly recommended to do the walk until you reach sun gate, it is a pleasant road of about 40 minutes going up to this point where you will see another perspective of the citadel, it is worth going and taking a while once you reach the place.

The Sun Gate was the highest altitude spot along my 2 day hike with Llama Path. The view is amazing. Some people are disappointed if it's cloudy when they reach the Sun Gate, because you won't have a clear view of Machu Picchu. However, it was cloudy during my hike and the view was still awesome. You will have to hike to get to the Sun Gate, and it isn't easy. It's definitely worth it though.

After 4 days on the Inca Trail you get to experience this as the sun rises and the skies clear.
It's an incredible reward for the time and effort you've spent over the past four days.
It's something that you'll never forget - and it should be on your top ten list of morning views to experience

It is there and after 6 hours of trek that you have to discover Machu Picchu. Sublime, the heart beats strong.

Machu Picchu offers several trails for those who enjoy great adventures and strong emotions and one of the most well-known and popular with tourists and visitors is the one that leads to Intipunku or Porta do Sol More

Make the payment to Pachamama, recharge and move on

A key viewpoint for Machu Pichu. Incredible point to arrive at after completing the Inka trail. Quite breathtaking in both senses.

Door of the Inca fireplace.
I struggled to get there, but it was worth it in the end. A show to see Machu Picchu from afar. To do absolutely

We were one of the first people up there- hike pretty doable- but it was soo cloudy that we had almost lost hope of seeing anything. Finally cleared up (after two hours) but it was worth it. Make sure to ask if they are still closing it off for maintenance.

Puerta del Sol, is the entrance to the sacred city, from here you have a spectacular view of the Inca architecture, you can see the winding Urubamba river, the zig-zag of the road that rises from hot waters to the citadel, Cerro Huayna Picchu, and obviously the majestic, enigmatic and incredible Machu Picchu Wonder of the world. I loved!

On the Inca trail it is one of the most surprising points. The panoramic view of Machupicchu is priceless. Well lie, for anyone who lives at sea level has a price ... the lungs!

Matchu Picchu is interesting, but the archaeological explanations of his Gates are very vague.

Absolute must !! If you go to Machu Picchu - mind you go and don't let yourself be carted up by bus like 90% of the selfie tourists - the further 300 meters in altitude are well invested. The view of the temple complex is fabulous. Depending on the weather / temperature, quite exhausting, but possible in 45-60 minutes.

It's hard to walk when the scaffolding is rugged. If you go back and forth farther than you expected, you will eat up quite a bit of time, so if you have a tight schedule, you might want to leave. It s better to stop when the weather is bad.
If it is sunny and you have time, the view is good and Machu Picchu looks beautiful.

The view from this place is priceless, it is worth the 50-minute climb to appreciate Machu Picchu from the height and fully see the whole place

It has a spectacular view !!! And transmits all the tranquility of nature

Once you at the top of the Sacred Mountain, head to The Sun Gate it will give you time to refresh and avoid crowds. Best experience in Machupichu!

Its very far away the main site, care your time and leg!

We didn't get to see it at the solstice but it was beautiful. And what a great feeling of accomplishment. When you hike the Inca trail and come up on the sun gate and can look down and see the final finish. All that hard work, the sore legs, the muscle pain. It's all worth it. Do see what the Incas saw from the sun gate is truly majestic.

When you go to Machu Picchu be sure to waste a few minutes going up here

Excellent place to visit for those that don't fear Heights

If they manage to catch a clear day they will see an incredible view of Machu Pichu

Best viewpoint of Machu Picchu. Well worth the hike up.

Although the walk is a bit heavy, the view is impressive!

Great view of Machu Picchu, and a great little walk.

A beautiful spot to end the Inca trail. Amazing views

From this point, when one arrives walking of the Inca road, the image is really impressive. It's worth it. Sorry to go.

Wonderful view of the city of Machu Picchu! It's worth the climb, but it has to be breathtaking and willing

Beautiful contemplation of the Citadel ... it is worth the effort ... It is the mountain of Machupichu .. It is not necessary to pay separately you can climb directly there is no access control

Beautiful and first view of machu picchu after an arduous hike

It is worth walking here, although it will require effort)

You can overlook Machu Picchu from a distance. Maybe photos are better near me.

A place that is totally worth it. The ascent is not especially difficult

Here the sun gate was the highest entrance to Machu Pichu and is a magical place. Climb immediately as soon as you enter the gates in 40 minutes or get there by trekking on foot from Aguas Caliente in 4 days.

45 minutes to hike, and we are moderately fast hikers. Great view

Aaaaaaaaah, the Sun Gate. After the tour of Machu Picchu we all had some free time to chill. I decided to hike up to the Sun Gate
What a GORGEOUS VIEW!!! I didn't know this at the time, compared to Rainbow Mountain, this was a snap! What was most intriguing was the guard at the gate. He was there to make sure you didn't take the other Inca trail . I would have loved to, however that's another trip.

Good view from Machu Picchu from far away Wait for the mist to flow a bit. Worth it. (I waited for almost an hour)

This is where the Inca trail leads in to Machu Picchu. The trail comes from the southern side of the mountain to this position, where there is a structure that looks down to the ruins about 1000 feet below. The trail between Machu Picchu and the Sun Gate is paved with Incan cut stones, and is wide enough to allow for the Incan Emperor to be carried on his royal litter. The guide explained how the royal peregrination was a major event here.

Must go place !! Sun Gate is the top of the end of the Inca Trail that you will never forget!!

They must go there to observe in all its splendor machu picchu.

Very nice! It is worth checking! The view is amazing.

Beautiful place, You get the nice view from above. It is a hike up the hill with some steps.

Climbing for 45 minutes is worth it to be able to observe the sacred mountain of the Incas

It is good but it does not compare with the citadel

Great hike along the Inca trail. Quite an incline but worth it.

Where: Cusco, Peru
What: Machu Picchu, The Inca lost city

How was it: This place is great, and totally worth checking out. Actually, the Sun Gate, is quite a walk so be ready for that. Our guide warned us it would be roughly one hour each way and that's how long we took. This is a nice walk and escape from the busy setting at Machu Picchu, so if you're looking for some peace and quite, this is your place.
Also another place worth checking out is the Inca bridge. It's quite breathtaking and a little quieter than Machu Picchu itself.
We heard that staying in Aguas Caliente overnight was expensive, so we did it in one day. Doing it over again, we might consider staying one overnight.. Also, try to make sure you are acclimatized, even though Machu Picchu is at a lower altitude than Cusco, it's probably best not to rush into it... Just a suggestion.
Everyone has a different experience, but these are our thoughts shared with you ! ;-)

Grade: Eli = 5, Serge = 5
Recommend: Yes, it's quite a walk but really worth it !

The road, is not so hard, faithful prize is the view in general.

A once in a lifetime experience. We trekked the Inca Trail to reach it. An amazing climax to an amazing journey.

One of the most authentic experiences you can have upon first seeing Macchu

Top ten experience hiking to this spot on the Inca trail

Amazing location to view the machu Picchu complex and the entrance for those doing the Inca trail.