Layered clothing, sun protection, footwear and everything worth packing to enjoy rafting, zipline or horse riding in Ollantaytambo.
Mountain weather changes fast
Ollantaytambo sits at around 2,800 metres above sea level. Mornings are usually cool, midday brings strong sun and the temperature drops again in the late afternoon. That is why layers you can take off and put back on during the activity are the most practical option.
The basics for any adventure
With these you will be comfortable on almost any tour:
- A breathable T-shirt and a light jacket or windbreaker.
- Comfortable trousers that let you move freely.
- Closed trainers with good grip: sandals are not safe for horse riding or ATV tours.
- Sunscreen, sunglasses and a cap: high-altitude sun burns even when the day feels cool.
- Water and an energy snack.
- Your ID or passport and some cash in soles.
If you are going rafting
Bring clothes that can get wet, strapped sandals or old trainers, and a full set of dry clothes to change into afterwards. The Urubamba's water comes down cold from the mountains, so cotton clothing is not a good idea. We provide the helmet, life jacket and paddle.
For zipline and horse riding
Tie back long hair, avoid earrings or necklaces that could snag, and wear clothes that are not too loose. If you bring a camera or phone, use a strap: there is no way to recover anything you drop mid-line.
