In 1996, I found myself wondering whether it was possible to create a travel service in Peru for the discerning traveler? Could we elevate travel to Peru above and beyond the backpack? Design hand-crafted itineraries for individuals, families and groups of people who really wanted to discover, explore and taste Peru but in comfort and style.

Marisol Mosquera, Founder and President Born in Perú and raised in Barcelona, Marisol left her job as an investment banker at Barings Bank, London to form Aracari in 1996. Her idea was to connect the discerning knowledgeable traveler in Europe, the USA and beyond with a little-known country, introducing them to its astounding geography and rich culture. By designing upscale, intelligent travel itineraries she has "almost single-handedly raised the profile of the country (Peru) among discerning travelers," says Condé Nast Traveler Magazine. My favourite trip Today, Marisol lives in Lima, Perú and Barcelona with her son Nicolas, pictured with Marisol and a group of friends during a recent expedition to the Amazon on the Delfin cruise.

Peru by Peruvians

I decided to find out for myself, spending a year searching every corner of Peru for the most knowledgeable experts, astute guides and comfortable accommodation, from five star hotels to private country estates and charming haciendas and humble but charming sustainable one star hotels. Setting up offices in Lima and Cuzco meant that we could design flexible itineraries and implement them perfectly ourselves. While, working with our extensive network of contacts in Peruvian society, government and education we could go beyond the 'travel tour' giving exclusive access to people and places, creating unique vacations for our burgeoning group of clients who were delighted with our approach and attention to detail in delivering a wonderful vacation from start to finish.

From the Incas to Peruvian Paso horse-riding or gourmet cuisine

Whether you are planning a honeymoon, traveling on your own, with a family, a group of friends or on a corporate trip, we can design, plan and implement a unique trip to this fascinating part of the world. Choose from unusual days out and adventures, from exploring pristine rainforest, to surfing on the Pacific coast, to learning how to cook Peruvian cuisine with a chef from Lima's top culinary team. Let us help you really discover Peru.

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