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The Impactful Travel blog provides travel advice and cultural insights relating to travel in Peru, Ecuador, and the Galapagos.

Discover the Benefits of Custom Travel with Impactful Travel

Discover the benefits of custom travel in Latin America with Impactful Travel. We design tours & trips that create a lasting impact on local communities!
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Where to See Spectacled Bears in Peru — Why Chaparrí Stands Out

Tucked between the Andes and the Peruvian coast, within a forest that looks dry and silent from afar, lives a creature few travelers expect to find here: the Andean spectacled...
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The New Face of Luxury: Discovering Sustainable Travel with Impact

Luxury travel has undergone a remarkable transformation, shifting from pure opulence to a more meaningful and responsible experience. Historically, luxury travel was reserved for royalty and the elite, characterized by...
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How to Enjoy Traveling in Peru in the Rainy Season from December to April

Choosing the best time to visit Peru can be as important as choosing where to go. While the dry season sees most travelers flocking to Machu Picchu and the rest...
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Off The Beaten Path Travel in Peru: A Complete Guide

Many travelers dream of their next destination, sometimes for months or even years. Yet on arrival, it may not be as dreamy as expected. Packed main squares, countless tour buses,...
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The Coffee Route to Machu Picchu

Looking to explore Peru's coffee route to Machu Picchu? Enjoy natural beauty and authentic local culture with Impactful Travel. Read more!
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Cultural Travel in Peru: A Complete Guide

It is hardly possible to travel to any place without being surrounded and influenced by the country's culture. In Peru, this is especially true. Its culture is extremely pronounced, and...
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A Complete Guide to Hiking Trips in Peru

Peru is well-known for being an excellent hiking destination and rightly so. Here, you can find everything from high altitude treks to leisurely strolls in the green valleys.
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Culinary Tours in Peru: A Complete Guide

Get indulged in the rich foods of Peru while rediscovering the value of locally procued ingredients with our Culinary Tours in Peru!
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How to Plan Your Sustainable Trip to Peru

Join RESPONSible Travel Peru as we offer guidance on planning a sustainable, unforgettable trip to Peru. Insider tips on traveling right. Read more!
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City Tours in Peru: A Complete Guide

Even if Peru is not seen as a city destination, you shouldn't miss out on Lima, Cusco and Arequipa. These places are full of surprises and will not leave you...
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Inspiring Stories from Our Experts’ Homestay Adventures

If there’s one experience we wholeheartedly recommend as a responsible travel agency, it’s staying in a homestay. Travel isn’t just about ticking places off a map—it’s about creating connections with...