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If you have been travelling the Sacred Valley you have probably seen “APU” in conjunction with very high hills in the Cusco region. These are beautiful snowy mountains worthy of adventuring, they have great trails, and places to camp, as well as incredible views. But, what does APU mean?  APU is a Quechua word that comes from the time of the Incas. It has two meanings, “mountain” and “spirit”, so...Read More

The first thing you need to know is that you can go to Machu Picchu on your own. It is definitely possible to do so, but there may be certain risks and complications. Many people go to the archeological complex on their own, without having to hire a tour guide. However, the success of this adventure depends on various factors such as the type of travel planned, the allotted time...Read More

Just about 50 kms northwest of Cusco, you find an architectural marvel and historical curiousity. What was Moray? This mysterious circles built by pre-Inca cultures, it stands as a favorite Cusco destination due to its ancient mystery and other-worldliness. Despite the visits it gets per year, the purpose of these structures is still limited to theories. The Mystery. We gather evidence from the physical attributes of Moray. With circles/craters being...Read More

Rainbow Mountain (Vinicunca) is quickly becoming a popular attraction in Cusco Peru. However few who attempt it are aware of the reaches of its altitude. Vinicunca top is at 5,200 m and is often done as a day trip. That means if you arrive by plane, you can almost go from sea level to the altitude of Mt. Everest base camp in one day! (~5,300 m) With that thought, we found...Read More

One of the most common associations with the Andes of Peru (besides Machu Picchu) would be those long-necked critters known as Llamas, and of course Alpacas. However their relatives both the vicuñas (vi-koo-nyas) and guanacos (gwa-nah-kos) are a little bit less familiar.  All of these animals of the Andean landscape are known by their family name, Camelids which also includes camels. Although similarly related, it’s easy to tell apart an alpaca from a...Read More