Altitude Sickness
Dealing with Altitude Sickness in Cusco: A Guide for Inca Trail Hikers
Guide for Inca Trail: Dealing with Altitude Sickness in Cusco Table of Contents: Why travel to Cusco? What Is Altitude Sickness? How to deal with Alti ...
Does chewing on coca leaves or drinking coca tea help with altitude sickness?
The Peruvian city of Cusco is a UNESCO World Heritage Site perched at 3,400 metres over 11,000 feet in elevation. Visitors can feel the effects of the ...
Alpaca Expeditions Recognitions
ISO (International Organization for Standardization)
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.












Porters will carry up to 7 kg of your personal items, which must include your sleeping bag and air mat (if you bring or rent one). From us, these two items weigh a combined total of 3.5 kg.