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TRAVEL CONFIDENTLY WITH ALPACA EXPEDITIONS, The Only Peru Tour Operator With Over 32,035 Excellent Reviews On Trip Advisor

We are an award-winning Peruvian adventure travel company dedicated to creating authentic, meaningful, and responsible travel experiences. Through our passion for exploration, deep local knowledge, and commitment to sustainable tourism, we connect travelers with the incredible landscapes, rich culture, and living traditions of Peru.
We believe that exceptional travel experiences begin with the people behind them. That is why we value our guides, prioritize the ethical treatment and well-being of our porters, support local communities, and strive to make every journey memorable for both our guests and the people who make it possible.
To ensure comfort, safety, and quality throughout every adventure, we provide high-quality camping equipment, freshly prepared meals served in the mountains, convenient hotel-to-hotel pickup services, and satellite phones for communication in remote areas. We combine professional organization, reliable equipment, and personalized service to deliver comfortable, safe, and unforgettable trekking and travel experiences.
We also specialize in creating personalized travel packages tailored to each guest’s interests, preferences, and travel style, allowing every traveler to discover Peru in a way that is uniquely their own.
Our mission is to help travelers discover Peru in a more authentic, responsible, and meaningful way while creating positive experiences that benefit our guests, our team, and the local communities we work with

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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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4 ISO Certifications + Green Footprint ISO

The only company with 4 ISO + Green FootPrint ISO, International Organization for Standarization

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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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Community Commitment

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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DAY TOURS & CUSCO PACKAGES

PERU PACKAGES

Peru Package
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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…

Duration: 22 Days / 21 Nights
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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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October 17, 2026
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Journey of our lives!

My wife and I just completed a 4-day, 3-night journey (26 miles) backpacking through the Inca Trail that concluded in Machu Picchu. We booked through Alpaca Expeditions and we are so thankful that we did! This is a well-organized machine who made the process so seemless from booking, communication before and during the hike, to providing support all the way through the trek. I can honestly state that they had the hardest working guides, porters (called Chaskies) and chefs all committed to making your experience successful and enjoyable. Ivan (pronounced Eban) and Yadira were our guides and we were so blessed to have been assigned to these two amazing individuals whose sole goal was to make certain our group of 10 finished successfully! I'm a 68 year old male with Osteoarthritis in both knees, but athletic. This trail hike was the hardest thing I've ever done in my life, and I was always the caboose. All through the trail either Yadira or Ivan would be behind me to encourage me, remind me to breathe and to drink water, which was so important on this hike. They never left me and never did I feel any pressure from the rear, but only encouragement, support and cheerleading all four days! As a bonus. Ivan would share the history of the various Inca sites along the way with such passion and detail! A wonderful teacher who could easily be sharing his knowledge in the classroom! The amazing Chaskies led by Cornelius were amazing carrying our personal items up to 7.7 pounds, our sleeping bags, foam mattress and pillow. They would strap these 50-pound bags and run to the next lunch site and then to our next campsite to set everything up for our arrival always smiling. On this 4-day adventure, we are treated like kings and queens! Breakfast, lunch and dinner were stacked with incredibly fresh Peruvian cuisine! Super Chef, Gregorio prepared such plentiful and delicious meals and had everything ready for us when we arrived at the lunch and campsites. Such a talented professional and we thank him with all of our hearts! It is a challenging journey, but Alpaca Expeditions made it possible for me and my wife along with 8 others to successfully complete it. The elation we felt cresting the Sun Gate and seeing Machu Picchu is indescribable, and it was made possible through the efforts of Ivan, Yadiri, Chef Gregorio, and Cornelius and his staff. If you want the adventure of a lifetime and are willing to put yourself to the test, we wholeheartedly recommend Alpaca Expeditions! If you want shorter excursions, they have those as well. Look them up at Alpacaexpeditions.com. You'll be glad you did!

October 16, 2026
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A hike in the Andes ending in a great morning at Machu Picchu, which was challenging, but not extreme providing a num

We had a fabulous experience. Our tour guide Valentine was helpful patient and provided us with an abundance of cultural and historical information. He supported us throughout our hike with constant attention and information. Chef Miguel prepared excellent meals while we were hiking. There was always a variety of dishes and we especially enjoyed the cake. Fredy and his crew had the campsites completely set up upon our arrival and we’re willing to assist us with anything we needed during the trip. They were a great group to have looking after us . Together these men provided us with an excellent tour.

October 16, 2026
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Great experience!

Had a great experience with Alpaca Expeditions! My guide Saul did a great job of taking our group through the Sacred Valley and Machu Picchu. He had a lot of knowledge of the area and the Incan history. He was also a great storyteller, which made learning more enjoyable.

October 16, 2026
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Cusco City Tour

Our travel guide David called us last night to make sure we were prepared for the day. He picked us up right at our hotel. The tour had so much information and David was very patient with our questions. He was also patient with my picture taking. He told us where to stand to get the best photos. He also took some of my husband and I. The tour encompassed many historical sites. We were more than happy. We would highly recommend David!

October 16, 2026
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Incredible experience - thank you Edward & David!

Had the most incredible time doing the Saltankay pass trail with my sister! It was super challenging but infinitely rewarding. Edward and David were amazing hosts & guides and their knowledge and perspective helped add something really special to the experience. The food was delicious, the porters were great too and it was organised very well. We made a lot of friends along the way - highly recommend :)

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October 19, 2026

Luzmarina was there a guy today for the Maras Moray Tour. It was a great tour and she explained stuff throughout the whole time. We learned so much. She was very friendly and knowledgeable.

October 18, 2026

Alpaca Expeditions/ Elisban /Abram our Tour Leads for our 4-day Inka Trail Hike to Machu Picchu — made sure our team had the best camp sites, that we are first in line to important check-ins, made sure that we are all safe and in high spirits, had the most delicious, warm meals each day, and shared so much history and culture with us 🙌✨ 10/10 would recommend!!!

October 18, 2026

Elisban enabled us to have not only a great hike but also an experience; full of culture and history. Alpaca, Elisban and Abraham are highly recommended. Support the local companies and book Alpaca 🙂

October 18, 2026

We went on the half day sacred valley tour and were expertly guided by Luz. The trip was stand out not only for the unique experiences… but also for the small tour group size and the local and detailed knowledge of Luz. Woukd highly recommend! 👍

October 18, 2026

A fantastic experience with Alpaca Expeditions on the 4 day/ 3 night Inca trail. They looked after us very well, even those in the group who were finding it hard (it is very hard but definitely worth it!) A deep thank you to Elisban and Abram our guides who were always helpful and knowledgeable. I particularly liked Elisban pointing out the exotic plants along the path- he has so much knowledge of this area. An unforgettable 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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