Family trek with llamas (Full Day)

What's Included

Meeting and pickup

Itinerary

• 1
  Sacred Valley

  You will make your own way to Llama Pack Base Camp in Quebrada Pumahuanca (1 hour’s drive from the Sacred Valley approximately). Upon arrival, you will be hosted by members of the Local Guilds of Llama Breeders and an English-speaking interpreter, who will present the Llama Pack Project to the group. After that, you will be asked to assist in the packing activity led by your local hosts. Then, you will leave the base camp and start trekking uphill at slow pace along the river. You will continue to learn all about the noble and native eco-friendly llamas and their importance to preserve high-Andean ecosystems, passing through native forests where the rare native trees such as Queñual, Aliso and Chachacomo can still be found.

  3 hours • Admission ticket free
• 2
  Sacred Valley

  When you reach the archaeological remains of Inkarakai, you will take a short rest to see the site and then continue walking for a few more minutes until you reach the designated spot for the outdoor picnic. While the food is being prepared, which can last between 30 and 40 minutes, you can take advantage to rest, chat with your hosts assisted by the interpreters and ask questions about the project, mountain ecosystems, customs, high Andean lifestyles, and if you wish, you can also explore the area. Later, you will return with the llamas walking downhill to the base camp and then take the private transport back to your hotel. Please note that, in the unusual event of a storm the previous day or a community chore that prevents llamas from joining the trek, the rest of the activities will still be carried out (previous evaluation from the Llama Pack team).

  3 hours • Admission ticket free
• Sacred Valley (Pass by)

  Note: We recommend you to bring a lightweight personal backpack with drinking water, mosquito repellant, sunscreen, any personal medicines, cash for tips and crafts, and your camera. Wear comfortable clothes: Fresh long-sleeved shirt, long pants, closed trekking shoes, socks, hat, sunglasses, an extra jacket for a fresh breeze, and rainproof clothes. For small children, we recommend a trekking child carrier.

  Admission ticket free
• Sacred Valley (Pass by)

  IMPORTANT: The Base Camp has an office in which passengers can leave excess baggage during the activity. There are no bathroom facilities. It is important to notify passengers to take the necessary provisions. There is a chemical urinal bath in the Base Camp. In the community, there are latrines, in case visitors need to go to the bathroom, it is recommended to use nature in a responsible way (carry a bag to collect their waste). It is recommended that visitors have acclimatized to the altitude at least 2 days before the activity. The risks of the visit are those inherent in any outdoor walking activity. Visitors must be informed about the risks of the activity and be provided with the necessary recommendations.

  Admission ticket free

Additional info

• Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
• Not recommended for pregnant travelers
• Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
• Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness

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