by Simon One of the most important aspects of Aracari’s mission is that we give back to the communities that we visit, and that we make sure that any of our guests who want to donate arrive in the places that need them most. This was the purpose of my visit to the small school […]
Category: Sustainable & Responsible Travel
Sustainability is central to Aracari’s approach to meaningful travel in South America. From community-led projects in Peru’s highlands to conservation work in the Amazon and the protection of fragile ecosystems across the continent, responsible travel ensures that exploration and preservation go hand in hand.
In our Travel Journal, we share stories of the people, initiatives, and ideas shaping a more sustainable future for the region—celebrating innovation, collaboration, and the positive impact of travel done thoughtfully.
Luquina Chico Community Based Tourism
In order to broaden the options for those wanting to visit indigenous communities living beside Lake Titicaca, Marisol Mosquera of Aracari has recently visited the village of Luquina Chico, a small and rarely visited rural population living on the tip of the Chucuito peninsula. […]
‘Tis the season: Gift giving in Patakancha
In the spirit of the holidays, Aracari just returned from a gift-giving trip to the village of Patakancha set high in the Sacred Valley that surrounds Cuzco. There’s no better feeling than giving back to a community that has given us so much over the past 13 years. For anyone who’s ever trekked with Aracari, […]
The kids of Patakancha
We could not consider our tours of Peru, Bolivia and Galapagos to be of the highest calibre and authenticity without basing our operations in responsible and sustainable practices. We are devoted to promoting ethical travel in Peru, Bolivia and Galapagos, that is respectful of the environment and cultures that our guests encounter during their journeys with Aracari. […]
Choquequirao in the March edition of Conde Nast Traveler
Choquequirao has appeared in our blog in the past, and it is only relevant to bring it up one more time as we noticed its appearance in the latest Conde Nast Traveler. Aracari has finally answered the hard question of how to bridge the gap between trekking and a fair-deal to those supporting us with […]
Las Casitas del Colca in the Land of the condor
Check out our up to date information on Las Casitas, on the Belmond Las Casitas page! A beautiful place in Peru Just 100 miles or a four hour car journey north of Arequipa, Peru, lies a stunning natural phenomenon, the Colca Canyon, the deepest canyons in the world. This is home of the Andean condor […]