This Peru Hikers travel info guide is designed to answer your key logistical questions. As a premier Cusco-based operator, our E-E-A-T (Experience, Expertise, Authoritativeness, Trustworthiness) is built on ensuring you are safe and fully prepared. We prioritize your health and safety above all else, focusing on proper acclimatization, expert guides, and superior logistics. We want you to focus on the adventure while we handle the complex details of your journey.
This Peru Hikers travel info page addresses the main “pain points” for our “Conscious Adventurers.” We are not resellers; we are local experts who operate our own treks. This means our advice on altitude sickness, safety protocols, and packing lists comes from direct, first-hand experience on the trail. We invite you to check our 5-star TripAdvisor reviews to see how we manage our logistics and keep our hikers safe.
All briefings are held at 6:00 PM the evening before your trek, either at our Peru Hikers office or your hotel. This 30-45 minute meeting is critical; we will cover safety protocols and deliver your duffel bag. If you cannot make this time, please coordinate an alternative with our team.
You will receive a duffel bag for our porters to carry. The strict total weight limit is 7kg (15.4 lbs). This includes your personal items (approx. 4kg) and your sleeping bag/pad (approx. 3kg). Packing light and in layers is essential for your comfort at high altitude.
Your health is our top priority. All guides are certified in high-altitude first aid. We require you to disclose any medical conditions before the trek. In an emergency, our guides will initiate our response plan, and a porter will assist you to the nearest road for transport to a clinic.
Acclimatization is mandatory for a safe trek. We require clients to arrive in Cusco 2–3 days before starting any trek. This is the most effective way to prevent altitude sickness. During this time, stay hydrated, eat light meals, and avoid alcohol.
Yes, comprehensive travel insurance is mandatory for all Peru Hikers treks. Your policy must cover high-altitude trekking (up to 5,000m / 16,400ft), emergency medical expenses, and helicopter or air ambulance evacuation. This is a non-negotiable part of our safety protocol.
Tipping is a voluntary tradition to show appreciation for the trekking crew (guides, porters, and chefs). We recommend pooling tips with your group to be distributed fairly. Suggested amounts are: 60–80 soles per porter, 160–200 soles for the chef, and a flexible amount for your guide based on their service.
