Machu Picchu trip October 14 2016-1

Gentle up and down

Something was lost in translation or at least my idea of gentle is not the same. There also seemed to be more ups than downs.
At the end of the day though I must commend the porters and guides. They all did a fabulous job taking care of us and making the trek a must do for avid hikers. ... Continue Reading

Peru trip October 13 2016-1

Inca Trail- 4 days, 3 nights

I had an amazing experience on the Inca Trail. It was very well organised with a helpful briefing the day before. We were able to hire all of the equipment we needed from Inca Trail Reservations (walking poles, tent, sleeping bags etc.) meaning that we didn´t have to buy or carry them for the duration of our trip in Peru. ... Continue Reading

Machu Picchu vacation October 13 2016

4 day Inca Trail!

Wonderful experience with really fantastic guides. They were great fun and very knowledgable about the Inca Trail and ruins. I would definitely recommend a friend to do the trip.
Tents/Sleeping Bags/Food/Drinks were all great quality which made a big difference. My only complaint is it was very hard to find the restaurant in Aguas Caliente which had ... Continue Reading

Peru travel October 13 2016-1

Always blame the altitude!

I was appréhensive about the Trail beforehand but it Turned out to be one of the best expériences I've ever had.
I enjoyed every minute of it. The scenery is incredible, food is delicious and the porters Looked After us all so well. Juan-Carlos & Marco were such positive, encouraging, fun-filled and caring guides. I loved ... Continue Reading

Machu Picchu travel October 13 2016-1

Vamos chicos!

The inca trail was honestly one of the best things I've ever done, before going on this trek I was a bit nervous about the level of difficulty and enjoyment but I enjoyed every second, even the tough bits!.
This was a big thanks to our fab guides Juan Carlos and Marco, and of course the super ... Continue Reading

Peru vacation October 13 2016-2

Chica without torch or runners

The inca trail was intimidating however from meeting our new inca family at km82 my worries were put at ease.packed with my less than appropriate footwear and my two walking sticks began a great adventure of 4 days filled with many a laughs a few chocolate breaks and no tears.
The trip, amazing in itself was ... Continue Reading

Machu Picchu vacation October 13 2016-3

La chica despascio

Great great great loved it even though I thought I would not enjoy any of it- no negatives apart from the leak in my tent that dripped onto my sleeping bag and mat during the rain one night.
Also maybe the first aid kit could have antiseptic cream because two of us got cuts/bites that needed to ... Continue Reading

Machu Picchu travel October 04 2016

A wonderful walk

The salkantay trek was great ! ! . Our guides Eloy , was the best !! , he is very informative and patient with us when we were slow and complaining .
The cooks wents above and beyond Amazing food , the variety of places we stayed was fun . . The salkantay trek was great option ... Continue Reading

Peru travel October 11 2016

Jura

Ola foi uma experiencia magnifica em meio a natureza exuberante e ao encantador povo Peruano.
Fizemos grandes amizades, enriquecemos nossos conhecimentos. Indicaremos a nossos amigos no Brasil. Gracias a todos por la atencion. A gastronomia estava muito boa, alimentos vegetarianos muito frescos e saborosos. As paisagens sao fantasticas, lindas e maravilhosas , o acampamento muito organizado e Limpo. Compartilhamos ... Continue Reading

Peru vacation October 11 2016

Aprendizagem

Encantei-me com o Caminho Inca, o Povo Peruano muitissimo acolhedor, os guias muito atenciosos, os portadores muito simples e humildes.
A comida muito deliciosa. Adorei a historia do povo inca, muito sagrado, mistico, sabio, inteligente, organizado.Gostei muito mesmo e indicarei para meus familiares, conhecidos, amigos. Gostei da troca de experiencias e ideias, a natureza, animais, pessoas muito bonito.
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Peru travel October 11 2016-2

Way to the mist

First day, easy peasy like lemon squizie. 5am on the bus, we met our group: some Twins from the netherlands we saw before, but also team America , à British mom & daughter and a couple brazilians.
It was ment to be legandary! The second day was much harder, but even if the group split up, our guides ... Continue Reading

Machu Picchu trip October 11 2016-2

Macho Poncho

Four days of hiking. Sounds like it will be a tough hike; however the group with really friendly and funny group members with mixed nationalities (team America, team Europe and team Brazil) and the excellent guidance by our three guides made this trip unforgettable.
The guides took the time to explain everything regarding the historic sites, they had lots ... Continue Reading

Machu Picchu vacation October 11 2016-1

Invisible city

I want to start with: This was an incredible experience!. We expected a tough hike but with the guidance of our guides and porters it was a lot of fun. In their words: easy piecy, a piece of cake!.
We had a really nice group of 12 people, good mix of nationalities and ages, and 3 enthusiastic guides. ... Continue Reading

Machu Picchu trip October 11 2016-1

Peruvian flat

It was a great trip that matched my expectations. Appreciated the friendliness & hospitality that was created by both porters and guides. The guides always accurately communicated timings which really helps. Accommodation was ok, however clean toilet and a shower is always nice of course. Food was great! Had a great group as well. Liked the mix of nature, culture ... Continue Reading

Peru travel October 08 2016

Pisco parrot

The Salkantay Trek was without doubt one of the hardest things i havé ever done , physically challenging , but incredibly rewarding . , its not for the fiant hearted .
I would recommend a good level of fitness , especially if like me you are the wrong side of 50 .
Our guide was , knowledgeable, ... Continue Reading