What are the toilet facilities like on the 4-day Inca Trail?

26 August, 2026

Unfortunately, the toilet facilities along the 4-day Inca Trail are very basic and not always very clean. This is because they are located in a remote and protected area.

There is no sewage system and no water to flush the toilets. The toilets are often of the “French” style (squat toilets).

Some toilets along the route are maintained, but not with the frequency you would expect at a hotel or restaurant. So be prepared for this and make sure to bring wet wipes with you, as we also recommend in our packing list.

Trails

You want to visit Machu Picchu, but how do you get there? The Incas once had only one option: walking the ancient Trail. Today, you can still follow in their footsteps. And did you know there are even more routes leading to Machu Picchu?

Tours & Day Trips

Besides the Inca Trail and a visit to Machu Picchu, you can enjoy a variety of great day trips from Cusco.