Inca trail trek with female guide, Peru

Planet

Carbon Reduction
Our commitment to responsible travel is reflected in our innovative approach, including our pioneering carbon scoring system the first of its kind. This initiative allows us to carefully assess the environmental footprint of every tailor-made trip. By working closely with our suppliers through our carbon-scoring survey, we gather valuable insights, highlighting areas where sustainability is excelling and where improvements can be made.

We believe in full transparency, which is why each trip is individually assessed, providing you with a personalised carbon score. This ensures you can make informed travel choices that align with your values.

Sustainability is woven into every aspect of your journey. Expect expert-led walking tours such as the Inca Trail, camping experiences, and charming stays in locally owned hotels like Quinta San Blas. We champion mindful dining, with farm-to-table meals sourced from communities in the Sacred Valley. We also offer tailored recommendations for vegetarian and vegan travelers in Cusco and Aguas Calientes.

Environment and Wildlife
This journey to Cusco and Machu Picchu is designed to be truly special, offering the Classic Inca Trail with carefully chosen alternative campsites to avoid the crowds. Ahead of your departure, we provide a digital 'travel pack' a paper-free resource filled with essential details and expert advice. This includes practical tips on packing light to reduce fuel consumption, as well as guidance on acclimatisation to help you make the most of your trek.

People

Local Economy
We believe in creating travel experiences that not only inspire but also directly benefit the regions you explore. In Cusco, our partners prioritise hiring guides and porters from local Quechua communities, ensuring fair employment and sustainable tourism. Many of our expert guides began their careers as cook or guide assistants and have grown into their roles through years of experience. Their deep knowledge of Inca history, fluency in Quechua, and personal connection to the land add a meaningful dimension to your journey.

On this trip, we are proud to support female guides and porters, offering them fair wages and career opportunities in an industry where women are traditionally underrepresented. Their expertise and dedication enhance the experience, providing unique insights into the region’s history, culture, and traditions.

The trek’s cuisine is another way we contribute to the local economy. Ingredients are sourced directly from the communities we work with, ensuring fair wages for farmers while delivering fresh, organic produce to our travelers. This commitment helps support local livelihoods while offering you an authentic taste of the Andes.

Employment, Inclusivity, and Diversity
Our partners work closely with communities in Huilloq, Camicancha, Socma, and Lamay in the Sacred Valley, ensuring they benefit fairly from tourism. By integrating them into the supply chain whether through food sourcing, craftsmanship, or guiding this trip creates sustainable income opportunities while preserving cultural traditions.

Accommodation is another way we prioritise local impact. In Cusco, you’ll stay at Quinta San Blas, and in Aguas Calientes, at El Mapi by Inkaterra both Peruvian-owned properties that actively employ locals, many of whom have studied tourism at UNSAAC, Cusco’s leading university.

By choosing this journey, you are directly supporting local communities, empowering female guides and porters, and fostering responsible tourism that makes a lasting difference.