Our Trekkers Blogs

Why our explorers
share their story globally

A journey with Alpaca Expeditions is not just another tour—it is a life-changing expedition that leaves a lasting footprints. Our trekkers choose to document their experiences on their own websites and blogs because they find a story worth telling: one of resilience, community, and the majestic beauty of the Andes.

A Narrative Worth Living

Many of our travelers are storytellers who seek authenticity. They write on their platforms because our treks provide a narrative of transformation—from overcoming high-altitude challenges to witnessing the sunrise over Machu Picchu.

The Alpaca Family Bond

Beyond the scenery, it is the bond with our guides and porters that inspires these blogs. Travelers feel part of our family and want to use their voices to celebrate the hard-working local team that makes the magic happen.

Inspiration & Culture

Explore local traditions, hidden destinations, cultural experiences, festivals, food, and stories that make Peru one of the world’s most unforgettable destinations.

Claudia Laroye

June, 2026

SALKANTAY TREK

Taking the Savage Way: How Women of Any Age Can Hike Peru’s Epic Salkantay Trek to Machu Picchu

Carefully placing one muddy booted foot in front of the other on the earthen trail, my mind drifts from admiring the puffy clouds shrouding the snow-capped peak of Salkantay Mountain in Peru’s Sacred Valley, to focus on today’s singular objective – getting to the pass.

February, 2026

Lauren Wellbank

The absolute best time to travel to Machu Picchu

This Peruvian hotspot is best enjoyed during the dry season.

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October, 2025

Mikah Meyer

How and Why to Visit RAINBOW MOUNTAIN

You’ve likely seen it on social media. A mountain peak of multi-colored stripes that looks so picture perfect you assume...

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September, 2025

Robin Esrock

Once as a backpacker, now as a parent: Robin Esrock returns to the Inca Trail

Twenty years after his first hike, Bucket List columnist Robin Esrock walks the Inca Trail again. This time, with his...

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August, 2025

Bryan Estep

Inca Trail to Machu Picchu Simplified

The Inca Trail offers more than a destination. You’ll follow a path of living history, exploring lesser-seen ruins perched above...

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July, 2025

Wakaba Oto

What Trekking to Machu Picchu Taught Me About Strength, Surrender, and the People Who Make It Possible

The trek I’d committed to was no small thing: six nights, seven days, and 55 miles with Alpaca Expeditions —...

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June, 2025

Sarah Brown

Sanctuary in the sky: An all-women’s journey through Inca lands

With daunting hiking and warm camaraderie, a women-only tour to Machu Picchu showcases Peru’s celebrated archaeological sites, cuisine and culture

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December, 2024

Melina & Kevin

Short Inca Trail: The Ultimate Way to Visit Machu Picchu

Everything you need to know about the Short Inca Trail, including the itinerary, FAQs, and reasons why this is the...

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December, 2024

Rita Biolchini

Zaino in spalla sui cammini nel mondo Inca Trail e Candeline

Ci sono compleanni che segnano un passaggio e che meritano di essere celebrati degnamente, con un gesto o un’esperienza che...

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December, 2024

Smarttelly

Best Things to Do in Peru for a Perfect Vacation

Peru offers a mesmerizing blend of history, culture, and natural beauty, making it a dream destination for travelers.

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Why Travelers Choose Alpaca Expeditions

More Than a Trek. A Story Worth Sharing.

For many travelers, choosing the right trekking company can make all the difference. At Alpaca Expeditions, we create experiences that go beyond simply reaching a destination. From the moment our travelers begin their journey, they become part of an authentic Peruvian experience filled with breathtaking landscapes, ancient history, meaningful cultural connections, and unforgettable moments.

Our travelers choose us because they want to experience Peru in a deeper and more personal way. With local guides, dedicated porters, professional chefs, and a team that genuinely cares about every detail of the journey, each expedition becomes a unique story to remember—and a story worth sharing.

Why Our Travelers Choose Us

Authentic Local Experiences

Travel with a locally owned company and discover Peru through the knowledge, stories, and traditions of the people who call these mountains home.

A Journey Full of Stories

Every trek brings new experiences—from challenging mountain passes and ancient Inca ruins to unforgettable moments shared with fellow travelers and our team.

People Who Make the Difference

Our guides, porters, chefs, and staff are at the heart of every expedition. Their passion and dedication are often what travelers remember most.

Travel with Purpose

Our commitment to sustainable tourism, local communities, and the well-being of our porter team gives travelers another meaningful reason to share their experience.

Your Experience Can Inspire Others

Many of our travelers choose to write blogs and share their journeys because their experience with Alpaca Expeditions gave them more than beautiful photographs.
That is why our travelers choose us. And that is why they choose to share their stories.