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.

 

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Fishing boats anchored at Chorrillos bay | Impactful Travel Peru
An Unconventional Tour

The Fishing Culture of Lima

4 Hours
Availability : All year round
Lima
Visit a fish market, take a boat ride, meet locals, try the best ceviche of Lima and get an amazing view of the city.
FromUSD$70
Quinoa field | Impactful Travel Peru
Beyond Food

Agriculture and Gastronomy in the Highlands of the Sacred Valley

6 Hours
Availability : All year round (Apr-Dec preferably)
Lamay
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.
FromUSD$95
Llamas grouped next to hut in beautiful mountain location
Visit an Andean Shepherd's house

Authentic Sacred Valley Experience with Llamas and Pachamanca

8 Hours
Availability : All year round
Urubamba
Get to feel the spirit of the mountains in the Sacred Valley, while exploring their beauty accompanied by a group of llamas.
FromUSD$95
Woman and man picking up tea leaves
Not everything is about coffee

The Peruvian Tea Experience

3 Hours
Availability : April-December
Cusco
You will experience agrotourism in a hands-on fashion, learning how peruvian tea is processed and produced.
FromUSD$16
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

4 Hours
Availability : All year round
Puno
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.
FromUSD$57
Local man from Jayujayuni playing the charango - Impactful Travel Peru
A Unique Cultural Experience!

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

4.5 Hours
Availability : All Year Round
Puno
A cultural visit led entirely by the local people. Enjoy walking in a beautiful natural environment and cultural landscape where families involve travelers in their daily activities.
FromUSD$132
Not a staged show!

The Faces of Peru – a Photographic experience

11 Hours
Availability : All year round
Cusco
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 […]
FromUSD$230
Upon arrival in Patacancha, you will be welcomed by the inhabitants with great cordiality and joy.
Wool-tastic experience!

Patacancha Weaving Experience

7 Hours
Availability : Year-round
Cusco
Visit the Patacancha community and learn to spin, dye and weave wool. Create unique pieces with the local artisans in a personalized way!
FromUSD$179
Kené designs cover even the houses from the community
Exploring Cantagallo

A Journey into Peru’s First Indigenous Urban Community

5 Hours
Availability : All year round
Lima
Visit the first indigenous urban community in Peru! And learn about their Amazonian culture, knowledge of arts and craft techniques.
FromUSD$80
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

6 - 7 Hours
Availability : All year round (Apr-Dec preferably)
Lamay
We revolutionize the format for visiting the peasant communities. In this tour, local residents are the protagonists. A unique opportunity for genuine integration, cultural and good energy exchange.
FromUSD$135

Browse our community based tourism multi-day tours in Peru

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Spectacular view of the snow-capped mountains of the Cordillera Blanca from the community of Vicos | Impactful Travel Peru
The perfect acclimatization tour

Short Immersion in the Andean Community of Vicos

2 Days 1 Night
Availability : All year round (Apr-Dec preferably)
Huaraz
This short visit to Vicos is perfect for acclimatization or when you're short on time. A unique and adaptable experience!
FromUSD$60
Hummingbird in Jardines de Mandor - Machu Picchu
The most varied!

The Route of Goodies to Machu Picchu

4 days, 3 nights
Availability : April-December
Cusco or Ollantaytambo
Enjoy the many parallel attractions on the road to Machu Picchu. A slow travel proposal to stop at our favorite places and stay longer with the region's people.
FromUSD$630
Machu Picchu on a cloudy day and Urubamba river | Impactful Travel Peru
not just a bucket-list trip

Impactful Travel’s Highlights Trip through Peru

20 Days, 19 Nights
Availability : April through December
Lima
Embark on a transformative 20-day journey through Peru's highlights with Impactful Travel. Explore ancient ruins, connect with local communities, and make a lasting impact.
FromUSD$1,800
what a deal!

Quick Cultural Inmersion in San Roque de Cumbaza

3 Days, 2 Nights
Availability : April to November
Tarapoto
Discover the enchanting lifestyle of the locals on this cultural immersion journey
FromUSD$255
your budget choice

The Amazonian Culture of San Roque de Cumbaza and Lamas

3 Days, 2 Nights
Availability : April to November
Tarapoto
Unearth the soul of Amazonian culture in two villages next to Tarapoto
FromUSD$282
and Learn Traditional Crafts!

Connect with the Heart of Amazonian Culture

4 Days, 3 Nights
Availability : April to November
San Martín
Embark on a natural exploration and connect with several families of San Roque de Cumbaza for a truly unique experience.
FromUSD$401
Pedestrian hanging bridge over the river towards the Gocta waterfalls
Mindfullness & inner peace

Well-being Retreat for Women in Northern Peru

7 Days, 6 Nights
Availability : April through November
Chachapoyas
Embark on this well-being retreat in Northern Peru with a group of women to practice mindfullness and discover the beauty of the region.
FromUSD$1,164
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

4 Days, 3 Nights
Availability : April throught November
Leymebamba
Discover the Condor Lagoon (black pearl of the Chachapoya), a hidden gem in the midst of the cloudforest in Northern Peru!
FromUSD$672
Man and llamas against the impressive backdrop of the Cordillera Blanca in Northern Peru. | Llama Trek Olleros to Chavin with RESPONSible Travel Peru | Photo by Bjorn Snelders
A spiritual journey through the mountains

Llama Trek in the Cordillera Blanca: Olleros – Chavín

3 Days, 2 Nights
Availability : April-November
Huaraz
Like pre-Inca peoples you will hike on an ancient road of trade and knowledge-exchange route, accompanied by llamas,
FromUSD$290
Alternative Cordillera Blanca Experience

Cordillera Blanca Trek – Vicos to Ishinca

9 Days, 8 Nights
Availability : April-November
Huaraz
Get to know an alternative trek through the Cordillera Blanca far away from the crowds, while meeting a local community as well!
FromUSD$1,070
Hot springs are channeled to man-made pools in Aguas Calientes Lodge, Shituya, Manu | Impactful Travel Peru
The cheapest Manu tour

Manu Community and Wildlife Experience

4 Days, 3 Nights
Availability : April-November
Cusco
Visiting Manu despite being on a budget is made possible in this tour thanks to the use of public transportation!
FromUSD$443
Lake Morón in the desert by Ica is a true hidden gem and makes for a wonderful hike through the desert - Impactful Travel Peru
Active and Unique Expedition

Quick magical desert experience

2 Days, 1 Night
Availability : All year round
Paracas
Get to know Peru's less-known, but not less wonderful, desert and spend an unforgettable camping night there.
FromUSD$275

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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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