About Inca Pisac

Havelock Island, now known as Swaraj Deep, is undoubtedly the most treasured spot in Andaman and Nicobar islands. Just 63 kilometers away from Port Blair lies this paradise with white sandy beaches, which provide the much-needed tranquillity from the hustle-bustle of city life. You can find some of the best beaches in India here like the Radhanagar beach and Elephant beach. Its impressive reef, full moon parties, and swimming elephants are a perfect setting for a terrific getaway. 

There are around seven idyllic beaches on the island, so it is a heaven for the beach lovers. Radhangar beach was rated as the 4th best beach in Asia at a time by the TIMES magazine. With a treehouse restaurant and market stalls around the beach, watching the sunset here guarantees an eventful evening. The island is not densely populated, so those who like quiet time find this place the best way to spend their holiday. Apart from lazing around on the beaches, Havelock has a lot of other activities and attractions to offer. You can go scuba diving or snorkeling or explore its denser mangroves. Havelock has one of the best scuba diving infrastructures.

Swimming in its seas will let you encounter the exotic corals underneath. Then, there are these long jungle treks where you can get lost in the wilderness. You can tick off many fun activities from your list at this pristine island. Enjoying kayaking or game fishing are a few of the other favorite activities that tourists like to indulge in this place. To get the most of this island, plan for a longer stay.

Must See

  • The traditional market of Pisac which is a very important commercial place for centuries
  •  Machu Picchu or the Temple of the Sun
  • It’s square and church
  • The flora and fauna of the place
  • The Urubamba river

How to reach

The Cuzco Airport (CUZ) is the nearest airport to Inca Pisac sharing a distance of 41 kilometres
A taxi ride on this route will take 40 minutes and 99.93 Sols to 123.72 approximately 
A taxi ride from the Cusco city towards the site would take 36 minutes and 95.17 Sols to 114.20 Sols for covering a distance of 38.9 kilometres
A bus ride on the same route will take 45 minutes and 5.04 Sols approximately

Tips

  • It is advisable to wear hiking shoes as exploring the site would require a lot of walking
  • The days at Pisac are hot; hence it is advisable to wear a hat, sunscreen, and sunglasses
  • Carry a water bottle along to keep yourself hydrated throughout your journey
  • Carry along a raincoat or umbrella to save yourself from a sudden shower
  • Consider hiring hire a tourist guide to know deeply about the place
  • The dry season (from April to October) is the best time to visit Pisac
  • Must explore the typical food section of the market on Sundays
  • Carry some extra change in local currency if you are planning to visit the local market 

Visit Time

Sunday:            7:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.
Monday:            7:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.
Tuesday:           7:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.
Wednesday:      7:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.
Thursday:          7:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.
Friday:               7:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.
Saturday:           7:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.

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Entrance Fee

Yes

General tourist ticket: 130 Sol
Partial tourist ticket:    70 Sol

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Time you can spend

4 hours to 5 hours. Overnight stay is good too.

 

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Weather

Overcast Clouds 10.43°C

 

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