Alpaca Trek Adventures, Chinchero

I loved this experience even more than Machu Picchu. The family that runs this is so friendly and welcoming. Our tour guide spoke great English and he had so much personality that it made our experience that much better. Please keep in mind that this is a very long trek. About 3 hours of hiking in the mountains. But afterwards they offer you a light lunch with amazing homemade guacamole and soft bread. You're able to try some of their local vegetables and of course they offer bottles of water. I spent the most money in Margo's store after the experience. This family has many alpacas and llamas and they make beautiful articles of clothing, blankets and scarves from real alpaca wool. A little bit on the pricey side but worth every penny because it goes to a well-deserving little family and every article is real alpaca wool. The views on the trek are breathtaking, pictures can't even capture how amazing it was. The whole family speaks Quechua, English and Spanish. Our guide Nelo gave us a lot of information and Ricardo and Margo welcomed us into their home after the trek. Their home is also an Airbnb which is how we found this amazing experience and their home is absolutely beautiful. There's a lot more included in this trip than just the walking. We ate lunch, saw ruins, met sheep herders, toured a guinea pig farm and got a tutorial on how to make yarn from alpaca wool and turn that into beautiful items by weaving. My only regret is that I didn't bring some candy or sweets for their small children. They have three kids and they're absolutely the sweetest little things. They just touched my heart. If I had known they had children before hand I would have brought them a special treat but I didn't have much to offer besides money, which small kids don't care about. If I ever find myself in Cusco again I will definitely be repeating this experience. Transportation is not included but is offered for a small fee which is very convenient. I fell in love with this family, this experience, the beautiful views and culture of Peru. HIGHLY RECOMMENDED. The experience is offered on Airbnb and they also have Instagram and Facebook pages.

Great ride with llamas and alpacas and breathtaking views. Margoth and her husband were very pleasant. The picnic break was very good and the meal very good (with a special mention for the guacamole!)