Kilometer 82. Where the four day hike begins. We started at 3000m above sea level, and over 36km we ascended to approximately 4200m, down to 3300m, up again to 3700m and then back down to Macchu Pichu at 2700m.
Our guide remarks on some unique plant (have I forgotten so much, already?)
The porters getting ready at base camp. In the background is Dead Woman`s pass (see right).
The aligator scale shaped buildings of Macchu Pichu
Sarah reaches the top of the first pass. Altitude 4198m.
Julie approaches the crest of Dead Woman`s Pass after a morning spent climbing stairs.
