Behind every Aracari journey is a network of experts, artisans, and travelers who share a deep passion for South America. This is where we reflect on what inspires us—our latest discoveries, partnerships, and the creative minds shaping the world of Aracari.
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El Mercado Hotel Cusco Opens El Mercado Tunqui is the newest offering from the same team who brought us the lodge to lodge Salkantay trek, is set to open in Cusco in just a few weeks. Considering our experience of the four lovely lodges on the Salkantay route, which we completed in May 2011 and […]
Aracari prides itself in unveiling the most authentic aspects of Peruvian culture and it has always been important for us to establish close links with organisations that support local communities in the regions that our guests travel to as part of our responsible travel ethos. We want to shine a spotlight on Living Heart NGO […]
Last week, James, Simon, and I were privileged to canvas the stalls of Lima’s very first international art exposition, Art Lima, with Aracari’s esteemed friend Mariano Ugalde. Owner of Salar Galeria de Arte in La Paz, Bolivia and professional art dealer, Mariano’s career requires him to promote the work of talented artists around the globe, […]
Amongst the contemporary art galleries and stylish ateliers in the airy boulevard of Saenz Peña in Barranco, there sits a majestic, pillared mansion. Built in 1916 by a wealthy Limeñan, this stately home was somewhat neglected, passing from hand to hand and inevitably falling into disrepair. That is until a few years ago, when the […]
The best travel experiences are always well-balanced, multi-sensory and leave you with a positive lasting impression. During a recent visit to the humble abode of Aracari’s longtime friend Charo Leon, Simon, James and I had the opportunity to learn more about the fascinating life and selfless work of this Peruvian entrepreneur. Oh, and she just […]
When I popped by the exhibition of the parents of one of Aracari’s specialist guides in Lima yesterday evening, I was delighted to find a cornucopia of vibrant paintings, elegant sculptures and a treasure trove of detailed sketches, drawings, watercolours and prints. The exhibition, currently being shown at the ICPNA, documents the life and work […]
