Plan Your Trip
(For independent travelers, private groups & international travel agencies)
Planning a trek in the Peruvian Andes is an exciting journey — but altitude, logistics, weather, gear, accommodations, and timing all play an important role in your experience.
Inkaland Treks is a boutique local operator based in Huaraz, providing:
✔ Direct services for private and group travelers
✔ Full logistical operation for international travel agencies
✔ Premium trekking programs with strict safety and quality standards
With more than a decade of experience in the Cordillera Blanca, Cordillera Huayhuash, and the Cusco region, we operate every expedition with complete control over our guides, equipment, food quality, logistics, and staff training.
This ensures that every trek — private or group, individual or agency-operated — is carried out with the highest level of professionalism and care.
Below you’ll find everything you need to prepare confidently for your trekking adventure.
1. Before You Go
Essential travel information: entry requirements, insurance, altitude basics, weather overview, and general preparation tips.
2. Best Time to Trek
A clear month-by-month guide to understand weather, visibility, temperatures, and the ideal seasons for Huayhuash, Santa Cruz, and Cusco treks.
3. Acclimatization
Professional recommendations to prepare your body for altitude: how many days you need, best acclimatization hikes, and plans for both Huaraz & Cusco.
4. Transportation to Huaraz
Flights, VIP buses, and private transfers. We coordinate all logistics to ensure a smooth arrival from Lima or Cusco.
5. Where to Stay in Huaraz
A curated selection of trusted hotels — boutique, comfort, and budget — ideal for acclimatization and rest. We can assist with reservations.
6. What to Pack
A complete packing checklist for all Andean conditions: clothing, gear, electronics, personal items, documents, and optional equipment rentals.
7. Food & Water
Details about our fresh, balanced meals, dietary accommodations, safe boiled water system, and sustainability practices.
8. Travel Tips & Safety
Key safety advice, altitude management, weather considerations, emergency communication, and responsible travel practices.
9. Private vs Group Treks
A clear comparison of the two service formats we operate directly: flexibility, pace, personal attention, group dynamics, and pricing differences.
10. Booking Process
Step-by-step guide to reserving your trek: deposit, 5% bank fee, payment options, confirmation, pre-trek briefing, and cancellation policies.