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TRAVEL CONFIDENTLY WITH ALPACA EXPEDITIONS, The Only Peru Tour Operator With Over 31,892 Excellent Reviews On Trip Advisor

As the #1 tour operator in Peru, Alpaca Expeditions prides ourselves on superior service to our clients, creating unique and memorable adventures all
around Peru. We will tailor each package and tour to fit your needs, no matter if you are a family with young children or a bunch of friends seeking an
adventure. We pride ourselves on being sustainable and responsible, committed to improving the lives of our team and their families with better
wages and services. We welcome all to visit Peru and can’t wait to introduce you to the Inca traditions. Our home is your next adventure.

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WHY TRAVEL WITH ALPACA EXPEDITIONS?

At Alpaca Expeditions, we take pride in being a local company based in Cusco , the tourism capital of Peru. Here, tourism is more than an industry—it’s the lifeblood of the community. Every journey we organize not only connects travelers to the rich history and culture of the Andes but also directly supports local families and fosters sustainable development.

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Empowering Women

We empower women with real opportunities in tourism through training, employment, and leadership.

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Inca Trail Porter Welfare

We support our porters with fair treatment, safe working conditions, and real care on every trek.

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We support education, local social projects, and create a positive impact beyond tourism.

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Top Hiking Logistics

We provide professional equipment and logistics for safe, comfortable, and well-organized treks in the Andes.

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TOP TREKS & TOURS

Discover Peru’s most unforgettable adventures. From the legendary Inca Trail and the breathtaking Salkantay Trek to cultural experiences in the Sacred Valley, every journey connects you with the rich culture, spectacular landscapes, and authentic essence of the Andes.

Ausangate & rainbow Mountain Treks
Activity Level: Moderate

Rainbow Mountain Tour & Red Valley Hike 1 Day Trip

See Rainbow Mountain on a 1-day trip from Cusco! The rich colors of this unique mountain make the Rainbow Mountain hike truly one-of-a-kind. Quickly growing in popularity, you should visit this Peru…

Duration: 4 Days / 3 Nights
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Cusco and Lake Titicaca 11 Days / 10 Nights

Sacred valley, Inca trail classic, Rainbow Mountain – Sun route to Puno, Lake Titicaca Discover the magic and history of the Andes. The is the perfect itinerary to explore the southern region…

Duration: 11 Days / 10 Nights
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Cusco and Lake Titicaca 11 Days / 10 Nights

Sacred valley, Inca trail classic, Rainbow Mountain – Sun route to Puno, Lake Titicaca Discover the magic and history of the Andes. The is the perfect itinerary to explore the southern region…

Duration: 11 Days / 10 Nights
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Cusco and Lake Titicaca 9 Days / 8 Nights

Sacred valley, Inca trail classic, Rainbow Mountain – Sun route to Puno & Lake Titicaca The beauty of the city of Cusco and Puno combined in one amazing itinerary! This itinerary is…

Duration: 9 Days / 8 Nights
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Cusco & Amazon 12 Days / 11 Nights

Cusco, Sacred valley, Inca trail classic, Rainbow Mountain & Amazon jungle What about combining the mythical Andes with the natural beauty of the Amazon?This journey will let you discover the Inca’s world…

Duration: 12 Days / 11 Nights
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Totally Peru Package 22 Days / 21 Nights

Lima city, Ballestas, Huacachina, Nazca Lines, Arequipa, Colca Canyon, Lake Titicaca, Cusco, Sacred Valley, Classic Inca Trail, Rainbow Mountain & Amazon Jungle This itinerary combines the best sights of Peru in one…

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In the pursuit to stand out from the rest, Alpaca Expeditions has obtained four ISOs plus our carbon footprint certificate to date. These achievements result from our efforts to implement the internationally-recognized integrated management system. They also represent our commitment to all of our clients and staff of operating sustainability and responsibility in every way possible.

WHAT OUR CLIENTS SAY
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September 24, 2026
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Choquequirao + Machu Pichu 6D/5N Tour

I did the 6 day 5 night Choquequirao + Machu Picchu tour with Alpaca Expenditions in September 2026, and it was one of the greatest things I've ever done. Henry our main tour guide was fantastic and extremely caring, I got a stuffy nose and killer headache on day 2 and he gave me some medicaiton right away and made sure that I was feeling okay. The cooks and porters were extremely friendly, and the campsite views were incredible. Alpaca Expeditions is a must use tour company and I will definitely book with them again the next time I am in Peru. 10/10 experience with Alpaca Expeditions.

September 24, 2026
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Trip of a Lifetime!

Our trek with Alpaca Expeditions was phenomenal. There are many logistics involved in a 5-day trip (food, accommodations, snacks, luggage, train tickets, bus tickets, Machu Picchu tickets, coffee farm tour, etc etc) - but they handled it all flawlessly! It was well-organized and never seemed stressful. Fernando, our guide, was fun, engaging and kind. The rest of our team (chef and two helpers) went above and beyond - to provide us amazing food, creative decorations and special treats, such as Pisco Sours, cake and hot water bottles! I wish I could do it all over again! Thanks Fernando & crew!

September 24, 2026
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Amazing! 🤩

Our guide, Frank the tank was great! From the beginning to the end was very informative and knowledgeable. The food was delicious!! Our cook and helpers were always professional and made our experience more enjoyable. I would 100% recommend you do any of the tour this company has available, we weren’t aware that they had other excursions like rainbow mountain and Laguna Humantay, or we would have booked with them as well.

September 24, 2026
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Experience of a lifetime on the Inca trail to Machu Picchu

I had the trip of a lifetime! To reach Machu Picchu via the Inca Trail was truly special and spectacular. From booking until the time we were dropped off at our hotel afterwards, communication was always clear. Our guides really knew their stuff! Juan Carlos has years of experience on the trail and as a tour guide and it really showed. Our second guide Walter was indispensable as well. They paced the group well to help keep our energy up and ensured our safety as we hiked these extremely challenging mountains at high altitude (trails are wide and well maintained; the climbs and descents are extreme and visitors need to do their research and prepare for all possibilities while in the wilderness, as any experienced hiker knows!) I loved how Juan Carlos brought 12 strangers together as a team, not just a group. He was very engaging, asked often for feedback up front for how he could make our time together even better, and always kept us briefed on the plans for the hours and day ahead. We were very well taken care of. Food and service were incredible. Our equipment was excellent. Opportunities to get to know the porters better was fantastic. The porters and chef and the whole team were so kind. Learning history and culture was awesome. I am going home with wonderful memories and a ton of curiosity for Peruvian, Inca and Quechua history that I will be learning more about !

September 24, 2026
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Inca Trail 4 day amazing experience

We had an incredible and truly memorable experience on the Inca Trail with Victor as our guide. He was extremely knowledgeable about Incan culture, as well as the flora and fauna we encountered along the way. His passion and knowledge made the trek so much more meaningful and interesting. Victor was also incredibly encouraging throughout the trek, always checking in on us and helping us stay motivated, especially during the more challenging sections. A huge thank you to Victor and his amazing team of porters and chef. Their hard work, kindness and delicious meals made such a difference and helped make the whole experience truly unforgettable. We are so grateful for the memories we made and would definitely recommend Victor and his team to anyone looking to do the Inca Trail!

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September 24, 2026

We did the 2D1N Inca trail with Romario and had a great time! The trip was very well organised and Romario made sure everything was very smooth with all aspects of the trip. We had a lively small group that got on well and keep similar pace on the trail. The food prepared on the trail was excellent as well as great restaurants we went to in Aguas Calientes. Our hotel was very nice, good breakfast and clean spacious modern room. Getting to experience walking through and down from the sun gate with Machu Picchu in front of you was a once in a lifetime experience we won’t ever forget. However the thing that really made the trip so good was our incredible guide Romario who took us on the trail and taught us all about the Incas and Machu Picchu as well telling us about little details of the nature as we went. He truly made the experience and clearly had such a passion for the area, culture and history.

September 24, 2026

Hard to leave a review for such an amazing experience. This was an experience like I’ve never had before. It was hard but everything about it made it worth it. I did a private 4 day 3 night tour with10 people. The views throughout the entire hike were beautiful, but beyond the views were the people. Our tour guides Ivan and Elder did such an amazing job at guiding us throughout the trek. They had so much knowledge about the trek and about Incan history. The experience would have not been the same without them. Lastly and most importantly my highlight of the hike was seeing the inspirational work done by the Chasquis (porters). These people were so kind, hard working, and have a crazy ability to hike the hard terrains of the Incan trail. Would recommend to everyone who wants to be challenged and inspired!

September 24, 2026

AN ABSOLUTELY MAGICAL EXPERIENCE!!! I don’t even know where to begin - this was one of the most incredible once in a lifetime, challenging and crazy cool experiences I’ve ever had the pleasure to be a part of as an international traveler. The alpaca expeditions team goes ABOVE and BEYOND what you could ever dream or expect for something like this. My friends and I did a private 4 day/3 night hike and camp experience that was filled with incredible accommodations and care. From the breathtaking views along the 26 miles, to the amazing camp sites (from a girl that has NEVER been camping/slept outside), to the incredible care the guides, porters and chefs provide, it’s truly a luxurious adventure. The porters carry everything for you, working so hard day and night to be sure you have everything you need ahead of your arrival for breakfast, lunch, dinner, NAP TIME!?, and your overnight stay of course. Cecilio, our chef, made INCREDIBLE cuisine for every meal, snack and tea time. Truly some of the best food I’ve ever had and even did a cooking class on our last day that literally brought us to tears of joy!! Last but not least, our guides, ELDER and IVAN were beyond incredible!!! They were beyond patient, kind, SO knowledgeable, helpful and encouraging!!! They were FUN and became our family!!!! We love them and highly recommend!!!! An experience we will never forget, thank you for everything alpaca expeditions!!!!!

September 24, 2026

Our guides Edward and Johan were amazing! Had such a great time on the Salkantay trek!

 
September 24, 2026

Couldn’t have asked for a better experience with Alpaca Expeditions! Guides Ivan and Elder were amazing, patient, and caring with every member of our group, ensuring we had the best experience possible. Chef Cecilio and is team were also fantastic and food was beyond what I could have imagined or expected on a hike! We were able to have a cooking class as well on our third day and Cecilio was very thoughtful and fun walking us through this experience! Also made many stops at Incan ruins along the hike and learned a lot about the Incan Trail and Incan way of life! Definitely recommend Alpaca Expeditions for an amazing Incan Trail and Machu Picchu experience!

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September 11, 2026

Could have been Disastrous

Visiting Machu Picchu has been a dream of mine since I was a child. My wife and I are both in great shape, had trained hard, came early and felt fully prepared for the trek. Despite all our careful precautions, altitude sickness hit me hard on the very first day. By the time I reached camp, I was exhausted and dehydrated, but I was so deeply grateful for the incredible support of our guides and our wonderful group—we truly had the best group in the world (a special shoutout and thank you again, Jon!). On the morning of the second day, it was determined that for my health and safety, it would be best if I did not continue. While we were sad to say goodbye to our new friends and head back down the mountain, that is when the company truly showed its greatness. Ro Ro arranged for Marcus, one of their fantastic guides (along with a porter), to accompany us back down. What could have been a disappointing turn of events transformed into an unforgettable adventure. Marcus stayed with us for the rest of the trip, becoming not just our guide, but a true friend. We made lifelong memories on this alternative route, and for the outstanding care, flexibility, and kindness we received, we couldn't be more thankful. Sometimes the best adventures are the ones you never planned for!

September 5, 2026

Great Alpaca team

All Alpaca team were fantastic. From the booking assistance, to the tour guides, the porters and the cooks. Very complete experience. Top 🙌🏻 Especial thanks to Reynaldo, Íngrid and Soledad.

September 5, 2026

Great time

Great experience with Alpaca Expeditions! Excellent service from start to finish. The guides were extremely helpful, knowledgeable, funny, and entertaining. They made the entire experience even better. Highly recommend!

September 5, 2026

Sep 4th short inca

Really good hike with reynaldo & Ingrid. Great to see machu pichu from the sun gate and descend towards the city with thunder clouds in the distance. Beautiful.

 
September 1, 2026

The hike of a lifetime

Unfortunately we were not able to do the traditional Inca trail due to adverse weather conditions. However, the replacement hike and short Inca trail that Alpaca were able create a hike/trail for us at very short notice. I wanted to say an enormous thank you to Sergio and Luis and their team for helping make this trip so special to all of us. The food was incredible and our experience would not have been made possible if it wasn’t for their amazing hospitality. But the biggest thank you can only go to one person. Joyce, you were unbelievable for our entire expedition. You gave us the answer to every question no matter how stupid some of them were. You became part of our family and made the trip perfect for all of us. I know that every single one of us from our group will treasure the memories you brought us for the rest of our lives. Finally I wanted to say, Sulpayki, wawqiykuna panaykuna, kay viajepi kuska purisqanchikrayku. ❤️❤️

September 1, 2026

An amazing treck to the greatest of the Incan sights.

We had an absolutely amazing treck despite the itinerary being changed due to unprecedented weather. The new route was amazing made all the better by having such a knowledgeable and amazing guide in Joyce who explained all the sites that we wondered through and the history around them. We had some amazing food courtesy of Sergio who cooked amazing food for me and made sure my nut allergy was very well cared for. Thank you for such an amazing time.

September 1, 2026

Incredible hike with Joyce

I had the pleasure of doing this hike on 22-25th august. Due to weather we ended up not able to do the full Inca trail so alpaca created a new route for us to do, finishing with the short Inca trail. The hike itself was gorgeous, we had great weather and the views were out of this world. What really made the hike was the incredible team we were given. We had 8 porters, a private chef and the most amazing guide, Joyce. The porters are the most awe inspiring people, they do the whole hike, with insanely heavy bags all with a smile on their face. Our team of porters were led by the amazing Luis. I really cannot put into words how incredible they are. I sadly struggle with coeliac disease. This has proved challenging in South America, I was reticent beginning a hike where the risk of me getting sick was potentially high. Man, was I wrong. Our chef, Sergio, was utterly phenomenal. I never once got glutened, he prepared all my food separately and safely. I woke up to breakfasts of crepes filled with chicken and veg and banana pancakes with chocolate (even on the day where we woke up at 4:30am). ALL GLUTEN FREE and with an obvious focus on nutrition needed to provide energy for walking! On the final day Sergio even prepared me a gluten free cake. Genuinely the best, safest food I had all holiday. They handled my food restrictions brilliantly, thank you Sergio. Finally, Joyce. We were all rather emotional when it came time to say final goodbyes. Joyce was smiley, friendly, laughed at our jokes and put up with our music the whole hike. We ended up doing the first day slightly too quick and got to lunch before our porters so he let us do an extra little summit (4372m) which gave us great views. He let us walk at whatever speed we felt comfortable and was so knowledgeable and interesting, I feel I understand Peru and the different cultures so much better as a result of my conversations with Joyce. We will miss group meals and our card games with you Joyce!! All in all, Alpaca organised an amazing expedition with the most amazing team. Memories we will treasure for life. Thank you!

August 31, 2026

Wonderful Experience

We did the 2 day Inca Trail hike with camping, and had an amazing experience. Jean Carlo (JC) was our guide and he was brilliant. He was super accommodating of a group with different capabilities, explained everything in detail and had great energy and positive attitude throughout the trek. The food was also delicious! It was a truly memorable experience, made better by JC and the wider chef/porter team.

August 31, 2026

Short Inka Trail - Camping

Had a blast, the views were amazing and Machu Picchu exceeded its reputation. Jean Carlo was an excellent tour guide. Will be recommending this exact trip to my siblings who want to see Machu Picchu.

August 31, 2026

2 day Inca trail experience

Herlin was our guide for the two day Inca trail hike. He was exceptionally patient and friendly, as we had some people in the group who were slower or struggling on steep parts of the trail. He was very flexible and accommodating when we fell behind the expected pace, and was positive. I’d love to do another hike with Herlin in the future!

Frequently asked Questions

Planning a trip to Machu Picchu can bring many questions. Below you’ll find answers about Inca Trail permits, trekking in Peru, altitude, packing, safety, and more to help you plan your adventure with confidence.

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