Why peak season is hard
Public holidays and the summer break are the busiest times — the gate, shuttle and cable car may all queue, and trails get crowded. Planning ahead and travelling off-peak clearly improves the experience.
Before you go
- Be sure to book and pay online with real-name well ahead, and enter in your chosen slot;
- Fix lodging and travel to and fro — the earlier, the more choice;
- Check opening, cable-car operation and weather and plan around them.
How to travel off-peak
- Choose the first or last day of a holiday, or a weekday, avoiding the busiest window;
- Enter and climb early — mornings flow more smoothly;
- Bring stamina and patience, and watch your companions while queuing.
Queues and pacing
- Queue in order as guided for the shuttle and cable car — no cutting in, no crowding;
- Leave slack and adjust the order of sights if you meet a queue;
- Descend before dark and avoid staying behind.
Note
In peak season, safety first and a relaxed mind; slow the pace and a crowd need not spoil the day.
