Sustainable trips to Peru – Aracari Travel

Our Guide to the Green Stays of Peru

Ana Peralta — Wed, 16 Mar 2022 01:43:09 +0000

Across the globe, green stays are fast becoming a top travel trend. More travelers are now seeking out eco-friendly travel, the kind of vacations that have a positive impact on the planet and its people. At Aracari this is nothing new to us. For over two decades our team of travel experts has connected clients [...]

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Travel with Purpose: Stories of Sustainability

Marisol — Thu, 26 Aug 2021 06:52:07 +0000

At Aracari, we have spent the last 25 years’ fostering meaningful relationships with local suppliers, responsible hotels, indigenous communities and environmental initiatives. That’s because as a leading, luxury travel agent –regenerative, conscious and sustainable travel in Peru, Bolivia, Ecuador and the Galapagos has always been inherent to what we offer our guests. Designing unforgettable travel [...]

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Luxury Travel in the Peruvian Amazon: an insider guide

Marisol — Sat, 24 Jul 2021 23:57:37 +0000

Iquitos in Peru is a beguiling place. For those traveling in Peru and looking to explore the wild rainforests of the Peruvian Amazon, Iquitos is the gateway to adventure. As a luxury travel agent, the team at Aracari know how to make a Peru vacation to the Amazon one that is both enriching and luxurious. [...]

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Traveling in Peru: the time is now

Marisol — Fri, 25 Jun 2021 05:24:10 +0000

In the week of May 17th, 2021, Aracari marked an incredibly special occasion. We welcomed our first guest since before the pandemic back for a luxury vacation in Peru. Astrid chose to travel to Peru from Switzerland, in order to experience our Classic Luxury Peru; an itinerary designed to take in the must-see destinations whilst [...]

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A tour of Machu Picchu – A Virtual Visit on Winter Solstice

Marisol — Wed, 16 Jun 2021 06:53:58 +0000

With Aracari, traveling in Peru often includes a luxury tour of Machu Picchu – especially for those guests vacationing in Peru for the first time. Whether our guests choose to arrive at Peru’s ancient crown jewel via a Machu Picchu hike or via train on one of our Machu Picchu luxury tours, with our expert [...]

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Traveling for Wellness in Peru

Storymaker — Thu, 01 Apr 2021 20:47:26 +0000

As more people across the globe look to shrubs, herbs and other vegetation for their natural wellbeing benefits, Aracari is anticipating a boom in traveling for wellness. After decades of working closely with local communities, we know that in Peru, making a return to Mother Earth’s own linctus cabinet is nothing new here. Peruvians have [...]

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The Best Easter Celebrations in Peru

Storymaker — Thu, 01 Apr 2021 19:52:49 +0000

Aracari is well versed in understanding Peru’s yearly calendar scattered with celebrations, and the Easter period is no exception. In fact, the days of Easter celebrations in Peru – the Holy Week of the Catholic faith – are marked by some of the nation’s most notable festivals and events. Catholicism arrived with the Spanish in [...]

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Traditional Peruvian Art and Craft – Handmade in Peru

Storymaker — Thu, 01 Apr 2021 18:28:20 +0000

One of Peru’s best kept secrets is the exquisite, handmade collectables produced here. From cotton to clay, the country is rich in raw materials and for generations, Peruvians have harvested these bountiful resources. Cultivating and creating – molding natural materials into expressions of Peruvian identity or talismans of spiritual and historical significance. Yet it is [...]

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Help Reforest The Sacred Valley

Storymaker — Mon, 01 Feb 2021 09:56:21 +0000

This month Aracari is proud to announce it’s support of Valle Sagrado Verde, a community project to reforest the Sacred Valley of the Incas. Since the first humans arrived in the Sacred Valley, some 5000 – 7000 years ago, this enchanting land has been intensively managed for grazing, agriculture, and construction. The region remains one [...]

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How To Empower A Community

Storymaker — Thu, 01 Oct 2020 07:51:29 +0000

Pandemic Tales From Peru: Angie Pelosi Whilst international travel remains largely restricted, Aracari is still bringing you inspiring tales of people and culture from Peru, Bolivia, and the Galapagos. Last month, Aracari spoke with Peruvian Chef, Penélope Alzamora, about pandemic initiatives that are supporting those working in Lima’s world-famous gastronomy and hospitality sectors. This month [...]

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