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TRAVEL CONFIDENTLY WITH ALPACA EXPEDITIONS, The Only Peru Tour Operator With Over 31,728 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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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…

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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.

WHAT OUR CLIENTS SAY
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September 8, 2026
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Incredible experience!!!!

Our tour is not listed but wed did 6 day /5 night Choquequirao hike and Macchu Picchu

Unbelievable experience.. Santiago our tour guide incredible. Marcos & Clestina the cooks were amazing Frank our horseman was wonderful
Santiago made sure we were safe during this arduous trek. Our meals were incredible!
The logistics of this trek were handled flawlessly
Thank you to all who coordinated our trip of a lifetime!

September 7, 2026
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Rainbow Mountain, Beautiful Geologic Expedition

We had a wonderful day with our guide, Richard, and driver to Rainbow Mountain. We were very well taken care of with amazing food and great knowledgeable company. They were able to accommodate my gluten free and dairy free restrictions without any difficulty. The mountain was beautiful, of course, even with the crowds of people. Don't cheat, hike it. It is so much more amazing when you work for it!

September 7, 2026
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Amazing Experience

We are from Canada and picked Alpaca Expedition for our tour and did not disappoint!! Great service and very organized. Special mention to our tour guide JAIME VASQUEZ very knowledgeable about history and well spoken English. He always make sure we are safe and doing great. If we are out of breath during all the walking and climbing he slows down. My partner got sick during our stay but they are very helpful he only went to one of our trips. Would highly recommend!!! By the way Jaime is also a great photographer!!! He always check if we got great pictures and volunteer to take pics for us!!!👍🙏

September 7, 2026
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Inca trail closure: disorganized response but incredible guides and porters

We couldn't do the classic 4-day inca trail because it was closed for repairs. Alpaca gave us the choice to do an alternative 4-day itinerary or to do the shorter 2-day inca trail. The 4-day version was essentially a day and a half of hiking to the ruins of Uchuy Qosqo plus the 2-day inca trail. My family group of 4 (including my 74yo father) opted for the former. Although these were extraordinary circumstances and the company was having to cope with fast-changing circumstances, the response felt very disorganized and we would have appreciated better communication about the different options.

Despite the administrative difficulties, our trip was an overall success. The key to this success was our team of guides and porters, led by Juan Carlos H. and Romario. Our guides were very experienced, extremely kind and patient, spoke perfect English, and were also very funny. There were a few times when our group would make a stop, everyone looking a bit drained out, and JC would know exactly the right thing to say to put a smile on everyone's face and get people going again. JC and Romario were also extremely patient with my father and ensured his safety and enjoyment of the trip. The team of porters and cooks was also incredible. Everything was always ready on time, our stuff arrived in perfect shape, and the food was abundant and tasty. These people do a very difficult job and this type of trip would not be possible without them.

On to the hike itself, our first half leading to Uchuy Qosqo was beautiful. We started near Sacsayhuaman outside Cusco and hiked for a whole day until our camp site near a creek. We got to experience what it's like to camp in a beautiful setting in the middle of nowhere. Next morning we left through a small canyon that was also incredibly beautiful and walked a bit to get to the ruins, which were very interesting. The rest of that second day wasn't particularly remarkable. We had to hike down a very steep mountain to get to the village of Lamay, where we had our lunch and then got on a bus to Ollantaytambo, where we camped at a horrible location. However, being in Ollantaytambo facilitated the logistics for day 3, when we took the train to km104 and did the one day hike to Machu Picchu via the Sun Gate. That day's hike was one of the most beautiful experiences of my life. Our eyes teared when we first saw Machu Picchu from up high. 100% worth it. We then spent the night in Ollantaytambo. Day 4 involved a second visit to Machu Picchu, this one more detailed. One positive aspect of the revised itinerary was that we got to visit Machu Picchu twice, one from above getting the panoramic view, and one from below touring the citadel.

Overall, I can't say enough positive things about our guides and porters. Cusco, the sacred valley, and Machu Picchu are full of culture, nature, and beauty. Totally worth the trip. Alpaca as a company was somewhat disappointing.

September 7, 2026
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Thank you Sergio and Kenyo!!

Incredible tour and company.

The trek itself is incredible but what really made the experience was the guides.

Sergio and Kenyo are the best guides I’ve ever seen on any tour. Before, during and after, they went above and beyond.

Also the accommodation and food during the trek is top tier and well worth the price.

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March 18, 2026

We had a wonderful time with Juan visiting the Inca sites in Cusco, the Sacred Valley and Machu Picchu. Juan is very knowledgeable about the history and prehistory of the Inca civilization. He also knew all the best spots for pictures! We really appreciated his expertise.

March 17, 2026

In general: What an experience! Great guides, chefs, and porters. Alpaca Expeditions is a green company that pays close attention to their carbon footprint, sources their food locally, and has various programs that give back to their community. Bonus: they have a portable toilet that is well maintained and stocked with TP at all times. My personal experience: This is long, but hopefully helpful if you have any reservations about whether you can accomplish this trek! I arrived in Cuzco to acclimate 3 days early…however, I unfortunately succumbed to the altitude on day one of the actual hike and got worse on day 2 and 3. It is not lost on me that I was ONLY able to complete the trek because of the Alpaca team. The chef team, led by Cecilio, were very accommodating to my needs and prepared different teas to try to help me. Our groups guides, Alvin and Yojhan, were beyond encouraging and made sure I was safe the whole time. One of them was always with me even though I took twice as long as the rest of the group. >_< I can’t stress enough how important it is to have the right team supporting you in any situation. Their company’s back bone is stellar, but their actions during the hike showed me their heart is unbeatable.

March 17, 2026

I recently completed the 4-day Inca Trail with Alpaca Expeditions alongside my teenage daughters, and it exceeded every expectation. The weather was perfect all four days, which made the stunning views even better. Our guides, Yojhan and Alvin, were true experts, sharing deep insights into Incan history, the wildlife, and the flora and fauna of the area. They were incredibly patient and answered every question we had about Peru and more. From the start, they encouraged us to keep smiles on our faces and told us we’d become a "super family" by the end—and that is exactly what happened. The "super porters" worked tirelessly, and our chef Cecilio and his assistant cooked incredible meals for us along the way. Everything went perfectly to plan, and we finished the expedition with celebratory toasts and a shared album for photos with our new friends. I cannot recommend this team highly enough!

March 17, 2026

Muy buena experiencia con Alvin y Yojhan haciendo el camino Inka clásico. La comida que nos hizo Cecilio y Angelito estaba impresionante. Repetiría seguro!

 
March 17, 2026

The 4 day Inca trip was the best trip i have had in my lifetime. Beyond the scenic scenery everything has been well planned through. Alvin and Yohan were there for any possible inquries and shared a lot of nice insights along the inca trail. The food was better than any regular meal you can grab in town and was served three times a day by the amazing chef Cecilo and his crew. If you don’t do this trip you miss out.

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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!

August 30, 2026

Highly recommended

Highly Recommended!!!! Excellent job by this company. Due to weather and the PERUVIAN GOVERNMENT shutting down the trail. Alpaca Expeditions was prepared and took us along on a very tough but enjoyable trek. The Huchuy Qosqo trek and Machu Pichu. Thank you

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.