Located only 45 min. away from explora (by van), the Maras salt mines are one of the few sites in the world to extract naturally pink salt.

We will visit the community of Huayllafara in the valley of Lamay, stopping along the way for a briefing on existing conservation projects...

This exploration takes travelers to one of the most fertile areas of the Sacred Valley. We begin by heading toward the Quinsacocha lagoon, a typical landscape of the Cuzco puna, until reaching the community of Chauaytire, where we will walk among and observe the rock paintings of the area's ancient inhabitants. Lastly, we will have the chance to interact with members of the community, who will teach us the millennial art of Andean textiles.

We reach the community of Cuncani after a three-hour drive. Hiking upslope, we pass by a shepherds’ estancia. We then follow a trail...

Van ride to the upper part of Calca city. The hike begins with a sloped ascent following a well-marked winding trail. We go by lagoons...

This hike up to the chapel located on the hillside behind the hotel offers views of the valley, cornfields and mountains. The chapel...

A good way to get to know the surroundings of Explora Valle Sagrado and the community of Urquillos, a hike where the active use of...

Riding a bicycle through the explora’s surroundings is a good option for getting to know Urquillos, as well as getting to Huayllamba...

The hike visits archaeological sites with great historical value helping us connect with those who once inhabited the Sacred Valley.

This exploration transports travelers to paths where only shepherds pass. There they will walk to more than 13000 ft. Then, following some water...

The exploration begins at Yucay, the former residence of the prominent Inca rulers Tupac Inca Yupanqui, Huaynacapac and Sayritupac...

The walk takes us through the living Inca town of Ollantaytambo. The trail passes through the old main gate and over cobblestone streets...

Hiking begins visiting the colonial town of Maras. After crossing the village, the trail descends among potato fields to the community’s salt...

The walk carries you through orchards and communities to familiarize yourself with the rural landscape and its culture. This exploration takes...

We begin with a visit to the community of Cúper Bajo where we learn about textile techniques. Then we start our hike, ascending up...