Community-Based Tourism in Peru

Sustainable rural tourism in Peru… It’s why we started this tour company back in 2009! We believe that travel should be about supporting local communities and interacting with the people who call this place home. We encourage all our guests to participate in Community-Based Tourism in Peru during their visit to our country. These tours, in particular, are focused on interaction and having a positive impact. 

Our Complete Guide to Community-Based Tourism in Peru elaborates more on what this type of tourism means to us and why it is so important. Looking for more options? Feel free to search all our Peru tours and utilize the filter options to find your ideal tour! Or try our Custom Peru Trip Planner service, which includes a consultation so that we can learn exactly what you’re looking for from your community-based travel in Peru.

Browse our Community-Based Tourism Day Tours in Peru

Man sitting on island floor while using hands and feet when making totora strands | Impactful Travel Peru
See a unique way of living

Chimu Floating Islands Tour

FromUSD$95
4 Hours
Availability : Year-round
Learn more about the Chimu people, their way of living, as well as the importance and many uses of the Totora reed in their day-to-day life.
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A group of people wearing colorful clothing stands on rocky terrain with mountains and a lake in the background under a cloudy sky.
Not a staged show!

The Faces of Peru – A Photographic Experience from Cusco

FromUSD$180
11 Hours
Availability : All year round
Experience one "patch" of the rich tapestry of Peru's Andean communities on our immersive tour from Cusco. Discover ancient traditions, breathtaking landscapes, and the warm hospitality of the locals in this unforgettable journey toward one of the many faces of Peru
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Inka traditions are reflected in the daily clothes that today the inhabitants of the place continue to wear.
Wool-tastic experience!

Patacancha Weaving Experience

FromUSD$200
7 Hours
Availability : Year-round
Visit the Patacancha community and learn to spin, dye and weave wool. Create unique pieces with the local artisans in a personalized way!
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The chaquitaclla, also known as the foot plow, was one of the most important farming tools of the Andean world | Community-Based Tourism in the Sacred Valley with Impactful Travel Peru - Experience a Day of Fellowship with an Andean Community
Memorable day

Day of Fellowship in the High Andean Communities Tour

FromUSD$210
6 - 7 Hours
Availability : Year-round
Experience the Andean culture, their work, and their food, while participating in agricultural activities during this Day of Fellowship.
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Local man from Jayujayuni playing the charango - Impactful Travel Peru
A Unique Cultural Experience!

Hosts of the Great Inca Trail, the Qhapaq Ñan Walk, on Lake Titicaca

FromUSD$105
4.5 Hours
Availability : Year-round
Enjoy walking in a beautiful natural environment with hosts of the Qhapaq Ñan. Here, families involve travelers in their daily activities.
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The Shipibo-Konibo people are well know for their arts and crafts
Exploring Cantagallo

A Journey into Peru’s First Indigenous Urban Community

FromUSD$110
5 Hours
Availability : Year-round
Make a journey into Peru's first indigenous urban community! Learn all about their amazonian culture, knowledge of arts and craft techniques.
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Fisherman proudly showing his brand new boat | Impactful Travel Peru
An Unconventional Tour

Lima Fishing Communities Tour

FromUSD$110
4 Hours
Availability : Year-round
Visit a fish market, take a boat ride, meet locals, try the best ceviche of Lima and get an amazing view of the city.
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Clock of the Huyllafara community's farming seasons | Impactful Travel Peru
Beyond Food

Agriculture and Gastronomy Tour in the Highlands of the Sacred Valley

FromUSD$190
6 Hours
Availability : Year-round (Apr-Dec preferably)
We revolutionize the format for visiting the peasant communities. In this tour, local residents are the protagonists. A unique opportunity for genuine integration and cultural exchange through agriculture.
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Browse our Community-Based Tourism Multi-Day Tours in Peru

Solo journey, real connections

19-day solo adventure through authentic Peru!

19 Days, 18 Nights
Availability : Year-round
A 19-days Peru journey designed for solo travellers, blending culture, food, nature, and community experiences—connect with locals, explore at a relaxed pace, and never travel alone.
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Julie Nolke and Stefan Gates enjoying Andean gastronomy like guinea pig and stuffed rocoto whilst on a shooting trip organized by Impactful Travel Peru
Where flavor meets culture

Peru Culinary Tour: from the Amazon to the Andes

15 Days, 14 Nights
Availability : From April to December
Discover Peru’s flavors and landscapes in this immersive 15-day tour. From Lima’s street food to Amazonian conservation, Cusco markets, cacao & coffee farms in the Sacred Valley, and Machu Picchu.
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A group of people seated around a long table covered with tropical fruits and leaves, in an outdoor setting, engaging in a meal or ritual.
We are nuts about this tour!

Discover the Brazilian Nut of Tambopata on your Amazon Adventure

4 Days, 3 Nights
Availability : From June to September
Step into the world of the Brazil nut and its guardians, the 'castañeros', whose traditions protect the rainforest and its wildlife
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The Gocta falls (Chachapoyas) from a distance. Sustainable tourism in Peru with Impactful Travel
Meet the "other" Peru

Exploring Northern Peru’s Spectacular Wonders

FromUSD$4,320
25 Days, 24 Nights
Availability : from April through November
Embark on an extraordinary journey to discover the rarely seen wonders of Northern Peru with our impactful expedition
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Sunrays meeting lagoon and surrounding vegetation - Impactful Travel Peru
Hidden gem in the North

Horseback Riding to the Black Pearl of the Chachapoyas – The Condors’ Lagoon

FromUSD$805
4 Days, 3 Nights
Availability : April through November
Discover the Condor Lagoon (black pearl of the Chachapoya), a hidden gem in the midst of the cloudforest in Northern Peru!
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Homestay accommodation on the peninsula of Capachica overlooking the Chifrón beach and Lake Titicaca. Stay here with Impactful Travel Peru!
Practical & unique

Quick Titicaca Tour from Puno to Cusco

FromUSD$315
2 Days 1 Night (shorter version of "From Puno to Cusco the Impactful Way!")
Availability : Year-round
A short, but not less rewarding trip to Titicaca, enabling you to discover the lakes hidden gems and make your way to Cusco without any hassle.
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Beautiful coffee beans in a person's hands recently harvested on the Coffee Route to Machu Picchu - Impactful Travel Peru
From Bean to Bliss

Chocolate & Coffee Route to Machu Picchu

FromUSD$525
3 days, 2 nights
Availability : April-December
Journey through stunning scenery while experiencing the richness of local cacao and coffee cultures.
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Mountain landscape with lush green forests in the foreground under a cloudy sky. Dense vegetation and a dirt path are visible.
and Learn Traditional Crafts!

Connect with the Heart of Amazonian Culture in San Roque de Cumbaza

FromUSD$730
4 Days, 3 Nights
Availability : April to November
Embark on a natural exploration and connect with several families of San Roque de Cumbaza for a truly unique experience.
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Guido assisting the locals in Vicos with opening the Pachamanca and gathering the freshly cooked potatoes. Community-Based Tourism in the Andes - Impactful Travel Peru
Our first experience in Peru!

The Complete Vicos Experience with Pachamanca

FromUSD$180
3 Days 2 Nights
Availability : Year-round (Apr-Dec preferably)
This is the our first Peru tour ever; our top-favorite evergreen of community-based tourism! Vicos still offers one of the most authentic travel experiences, don't miss it!
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Looking for something else?

Can’t quite find the adventure you’re seeking? Don’t fret! Dive into our comprehensive collection of tours. With a handy filter function, you can easily find journeys tailored to your preferred location, activities, and duration.

But our quest to bring you Impactful Travel experiences doesn’t stop there. We’re perpetually expanding our horizons, adding fresh tours and even brand new destinations.

If your dream journey is still eluding you, we invite you to reach out. Share your travel aspirations with us. We might just have that transformative itinerary waiting in the wings, ready to connect you with vibrant local communities and offer personal growth.

Together, let’s make travel truly matter!

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