Mandor Waterfalls
The Mandor Waterfalls are set just outside the town of Aguas Calientes. A hike to these waterfalls is a great afternoon activity.
The hike to the Mandor Waterfalls is gentle and pleasant. The landscape is flat and passes through gardens and cloud forests, both of which host an array of plants and flowers. You’ll probably see banana trees, coffee plants, butterflies, and hummingbirds during your hike.
At the end of the trail are a few waterfalls, some of which are about 40 feet (12 m) tall. This is a peaceful place to sit and listen to birdsong. If you’re feeling up to it, you can also take a swim in one of the pools beneath the falls.
It’s about a 45-minute hike to the falls from the entrance. The trail has resting areas where you can stop and take breaks.
Where to stay in Mandor Waterfalls
From boutique lodges to luxury resorts, every Mandor Waterfalls accommodation is hand-picked by our local insiders for location, comfort, and character.
Sumaq Machu Picchu
The Sumaq Hotel is located in Aguas Calientes. From here, travelers will have exclusive access to the incredible site of Machu Picchu.
El MaPi Hotel Machu Picchu
El MaPi Hotel is set in Aguas Calientes, the closest town to Machu Picchu. The hotel has a central location and acts as a good home base while visiting Machu Picchu.
Andina Principal Hotel
Andina Principal Hotel is located in the heart of Aguas Calientes. This hotel is a convenient stepping-off point to catch the bus to Machu Picchu, as well as other surrounding attractions.
Hotel Presidente
Hotel Presidente (also called Hostal Presidente) is removed from the busy center of Aguas Calientes. It is located near the Vilcanota River that flows along the side of the mountain. This hotel is clean and comfortable, and you can request a room with a balcony and a view of the river.
Taypikala Machu Picchu
Taypikala Machu Picchu is located in Aguas Calientes, a small town just outside Machu Picchu. It was named Aguas Calientes – “hot waters” in English – after the local hot springs.
Casa Andina Standard Machu Picchu
The Casa Andina Standard Machu Picchu hotel is located in Aguas Calientes. This hotel is comfortable and modern and the location gives travelers ideal access to Machu Picchu.
Belmond Sanctuary Lodge
The Belmond Sanctuary Lodge Hotel is located near the ruins of Machu Picchu. The hotel provides guests with unrivaled access to the crown jewel of Peruvian archeology.
Machu Picchu Pueblo Hotel
The Machu Picchu Pueblo Hotel is one of Peru’s best hotels. It’s set just outside Agua Calientes on a beautiful, jungle-clad piece of property.
Hatuchay Machu Picchu Hotel
The Hatuchay Machu Picchu Hotel is located in Aguas Calientes, the closest town to Machu Picchu. As such, this hotel provides guests with awesome access to these famous Inca ruins.
Hotel Pakaritampu
Hotel Pakaritampu is located in Peru’s Sacred Valley in the town of Ollantaytambo. The hotel has well equipped rooms and has beautiful gardens.
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