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Trek Along the Inca Trail Trek to Machu Picchu with Valencia Travel, a renowned Peruvian tour company offering off-the-beaten-path experiences. Click here to learn more about the Inca Trail to Machu Picchu.

Our 8 day Salkantay trek to Machu Picchu hiking tour surrounds you with the beauty of The Andes in Peru! Check out more details at Valencia Travel Cusco today!

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At Valencia Travel, our mission is to craft unforgettable Peru vacation packages and machu Picchu tours that resonate long after they're over. Our secret? Listening to the stories shared by our travelers during their Peru tour packages. Through their five-star reviews, you'll uncover genuine experiences, from transformative holiday adventures across the majestic landscapes of Cusco to heartwarming connections with local communities on Cusco highland excursions. Each story is a reflection of our commitment to excellence and personalized care, inviting you to see the world through the eyes of those who have journeyed with us on their Peru tour trip. Join us in celebrating the moments that make Valencia Travel a top-rated choice for explorers on their Peru adventure tours from all around the globe.

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At Valencia Travel, we are honored to have been recognized for our commitment to exceptional Peru vacation packages. This section celebrates the awards and accolades we've received, a testament to our dedication to excellence in service, innovation, and sustainability within the travel industry. Each award represents our passion for creating unforgettable Peru tour packages and our continuous efforts to exceed the expectations of our travelers. From prestigious industry accolades to customer service excellence awards, these recognitions motivate us to maintain the high standards we've set for ourselves and for your holiday adventures. We invite you to explore our achievements and join us as we continue to strive for excellence, making every tour trip with Valencia Travel an award-winning experience.

WHY VALENCIA TRAVEL CUSCO

With Valencia Travel Cusco you will experience Peru to its fullest, whether you are looking for adventure on the Inca Trail hike or Salkantay trek to Machu Picchu, or with an all-included luxury train tour to Machu Picchu, you can be sure that we will develop the best tour for you, taking into account your every requirement, while maintaining our rigorous health and safety procedures for the duration of your trip. Come and explore Peru today with Valencia Travel Cusco!

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Our principal goal is to create your dream travel itinerary from start to finish. Peru is a fascinating and culturally rich country known for its ancient ruins, wildlife, welcoming people and world-renowned Peruvian cuisine. Whether you're interested in history, adventure, gastronomy or wellness, we'll design a personalized trip tailored to all of your holiday requirements. Peru and Machu Picchu, have never been easier to visit for the vacation of of a lifetime!

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Experience Peru to its fullest with a local Peru travel agency. Valencia Travel Cusco invites you on an adventure along the Inca Trail hike, the Salkantay trek to Machu Picchu, or on an all-included luxury train tour with the best Machu Picchu tour company. You can be sure that we will develop the best Peru Machu Picchu trip for you, taking into account your every requirement, while maintaining our rigorous health and safety procedures for the duration of your trip.

Valencia Travel is a local Machu Picchu travel agency that has been in the tourism industry for more than 14 years. We're proud of our country and are eager to help you experience off-the-beaten-path journeys that show Peru's true heart and soul, connects you with authentic Andean communities, and provides perfectly planned, stress-free, unforgettable travel experiences that will be ingrained in your memory forever!

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Whether you prefer horse riding, birdwatching, hiking, or ziplining, we have the perfect adventure travel package for you! If that entails getting totally off the beaten track in the Amazon, or visiting remote, far off communities in The Andes, there are an abundance of adventure tours available in Peru.

Peru is a country of magnificent cultural heritage. With a colourful history and ancient traditions and customs, that can only be found in Peru. From the ancient Andean rituals, such as the Mother Earth ceremonies, to the colonial architecture of the capital, Lima Peru, the local people are delighted to share their customs and famous hospitality, making it the perfect destination for cultural activities. Check out our cultural tour packages!

“Food, glorious food” ….. there is nothing like immersing yourself in local culture, than by sampling the local delicious delights on a gastronomy tour. From the national coastal dish Ceviche, to the Andean Guinea Pig, Peruvian gastronomy is world famous, from its sumptuous street food to its gourmet prowess of the top luxury restaurants. Sign up for one of these gastronomy tour packages!

If a luxury Eco-lodge in the jungle sounds like your perfect switch-off or getting “lost” in the Andes is your idea of the perfect digital detox. There are a number of wellness travel packages for a low-key, relaxing, get away. Nourish your mind body and soul, with meditation, a yoga retreat or spa and breath the fresh air in, to absorb the true essence of Peru. Book a Peru wellness tour with Valencia Travel Cusco!

Local living

Imagine waking up to the sound of llamas bleating, birds singing, and the crisp morning aroma of breakfast cooking on an open stove. Peruvian homestays are an excellent way to immerse yourself in the local way of life and allow you to learn about the local villagers directly. Appreciate their genuine warmth and generosity, while contributing to the continuity and unique customs of their community.

If you want to be treated like an Inca King, in the lap of luxury, with all the finer details taken care of and without compromising on adventure activities, our luxury Peru tours may just well be what you are looking for. Such as hiking the Inca trail, with an incredible spa experience and welcoming night in a luxury hotel as your reward. Book a luxury travel package with Valencia Travel Cusco!

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Valencia Travel is proud to display our certifications, a testament to our commitment to quality, safety, and sustainability in Peru travel. These recognitions showcase our dedication to the highest standards in each Peru adventure package we offer. Our certifications affirm our promise to provide outstanding sustainable and responsible Peru travel experiences. Discover the standards we uphold and feel secure in choosing Valencia Travel, where excellence is not just a goal, but a certified reality.

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Cultural Immersion Tours

Our cultural tours have been created to offer our travellers the opportunity to have an authentic look into the lives of indigenous Aymara and Quechua speaking Peruvians who continue thousands of year’s tradition. Most cultural tours include a homestay overnight. The longer you stay the more activities you can enjoy with them. A homestay in a remote community is a unique and special experience if well approached with a good tour guide and a responsible tour operator.

Adventure Tours

Ask us about some of our kayaking or hiking tours. We have a variety of adventure options to fit all ages and fitness levels, with low-impact options for those who desire. Many of these tours are a merge of adventure and cultural/educational experiences. Some of these tours take us off the beaten path to be inspired and energized in nature. Immerse yourself in the beauty and wonder of the clear blue waters and stunning landscapes.

Classic Tours

Imagine you arrive in the floating islands and a very outspoken and age-diverse group of Uro people start singing for you in different foreign languages; Japanese, English, French or German. Would you hate it or love it?  Today the visit to Uros floating islands is the most controversial tour in Titicaca! It is all about the cultural interpretation of their modern reality! For more intimate and immersive experience check our cultural Puno tours.

Lake Titicaca is a large, deep lake in the Andes on the border of Bolivia and Peru. By volume of water and by surface area, it is the largest lake in South America. Lake Titicaca is divided in two by the Peninsula of Copacabana: Lago Mayor (main lake) is the northern part and the Lago Menor (minor lake) or Lake Huyñaymarca is the southern part. Lake Titicaca has a surface elevation of 3,812 m (12,507 ft).

Are you travelling onwards to Cusco?

Check out our sister company “Cultura Viva Peru Chay ” for unique Peru travel experiences in and around Cusco. This is a new company with a refreshing philosophy on tourism in Peru.

Our mission at Cultura Viva Peru is to create Tours that Matter!

We have developed relationships with many  Local Cultural Custodians, Artists and Cultural Promoters.  We are passionate about being the bridge for you to meet and to learn from one another.  When you travel to Peru, do it with a purpose!

Check out Cultura Viva Peru and our exciting travel experiences here!

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Machu Picchu & Andean Destinations

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Enjoy the best treks and hiking adventures to machu picchu, the lost city of the incas..

TOUR TO MACHU PICCHU BY TRAIN VISTADOME

Visiting Machu Picchu by Vistadome train is a truly magical experience. During your train route, you will cross the Andes and the Cusco jungle, immersing yourself in the flora and fauna of the area. The Vistadome train o

MACHU PICCHU BY EXPEDITION OR VOYAGER TRAIN FROM CUSCO

Machu Picchu, the iconic “Lost City of the Incas”, is one of the most emblematic and captivating destinations in the world that is located high in the Andes of Cusco in Peru. The Machu Picchu tour by expediti

TOUR MACHU PICCHU BY TRAIN VISTADOME OBSERVATORY

The tour to Machu Picchu by vistadome observatory train is much more than a tourist trip. It is a unique experience, aboard a train that overflows with elegance, with a panoramic car and open viewpoint, which allow you t

TOUR TO MACHU PICCHU FROM CUSCO BY LUXURY TRAIN HIRAM BINGHAM

The Tour to Machupicchu by Hiram Bingham train is definitely the best luxury experience you could have on your visit to Machu Picchu. In addition to its panoramic windows, and its luxury cars that this type of train has,

MACHUPICCHU TOUR BY TRAIN 2 DAYS

On the 2-day Machupicchu tour by train, you will have the opportunity to learn more about this wonder. You will take a train trip that will leave you amazed by the very essence of the views of the Andes and the Cusco jun

HUMANTAY LAKE TOUR AND MACHUPICCHU TOUR BY TRAIN

Get ready for an unforgettable adventure in the heart of the Peruvian Andes of two emblematic destinations in Peru that will leave you breathless: Humantay Lake tour and Machupicchu tour. We invite you on an incredible t

RAINBOW MOUNTAIN TOUR AND MACHUPICCHU TOUR BY TRAIN

Taking the tour to the Rainbow Mountain and visiting the citadel of Machupicchu by train are, without a doubt, unmissable destinations on your travel route to Peru. The Rainbow Mountain tour, also known as Vinicunca or t

SACRED VALLEY OF THE INCAS AND MACHUPICCHU TOUR 2 DAY

Through our tours visiting the Sacred Valley of the Incas and Machupicchu in 2 days, you will witness the incredible views and places with history that these destinations offer. The Sacred Valley of the Incas, is a place

CITY TOUR IN CUSCO AND MACHUPICCHU TOUR BY TRAIN

This exciting two-day route to: Machupicchu and the City tour in Cusco, are destinations that will help you immerse yourself in the incredible history, impressive architecture and unique culture of the region. During the

TOURS A MACHUPICCHU

Treks a machupicchu.

SHORT INCA TRAIL TO MACHU PICCHU 2 DAYS 1 NIGHT

The Short Inca Trail 2 Days and 1 night, is a shorter alternative to the traditional Inca trail of 4 days, this is a unique experience that allows you to know one of the wonders of the world in a traditional way through

INCA TRAIL TO MACHU PICCHU 4 DAYS 3 NIGHTS

The Inca trail trek to Machu Picchu 4 days is one of the best known and most popular treks in the world. For 4 days along Inca trails, you will visit a variety of dazzling Inca archaeological sites and the immense landsc

SALKANTAY TREK 5 DAYS 4 NIGHTS

Salkantay Trek is one of the alternative and adventurous ways to go to Machu Picchu,  a 5 day trek where you will have the best views of glacier mountains, the beautiful Humantay lake and the Salkantay Lake. You will cr

INCA JUNGLE TREK TO MACHU PICCHU 3 DAYS 2 NIGHT

The Inka Jungle trek to Machu Picchu 3  days, 2 nights is considered one of the most beautiful and complete alternative routes to go to Machu Picchu, because it is flexible and one of the least explored routes in the re

INCA JUNGLE 4 DAYS 3 NIGHTS

Inka Jungle 4 days, 3 nights to Machu Picchu is considered one of the most beautiful and complete alternative routes to go to Machu Picchu, because it is flexible and  one of the least explored routes in the region, thi

AUSANGATE HIKE AND RAINBOW MOUNTAIN 4 DAYS, 3 NIGHTS

The hike to the snowy Ausangate and Rainbow Mountain  4 days and 3 nights is a fascinating adventure in the Peruvian Andes that will take us to explore extraordinary mountainous landscapes, glaciers, beautiful turquoise

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Cuzco es una ciudad de los Andes peruanos que fue la capital del Imperio Inca y es conocida por sus restos arqueológicos y la arquitectura colonial española. La Plaza de Armas es el centro de la ciudad antigua, con galerías, balcones de madera tallada y ruinas de murallas incas. El convento de Santo Domingo, de estilo barroco, se construyó sobre el Templo del Sol inca (Qoricancha) y tiene restos arqueológicos de cantería inca.

Puno es una ciudad del sur de Perú ubicada junto al lago Titicaca, uno de los lagos más grandes de Sudamérica y el cuerpo de agua navegable más alto del mundo. La ciudad es un núcleo comercial regional y también se considera la "capital folclórica" de Perú, por sus festivales tradicionales con animados espectáculos de música y danza. Los sitios icónicos incluyen la Catedral de Puno, una construcción andina de estilo barroco, y el barco a vapor Yavarí del siglo XIX (actualmente un hostal).

ICA PARACAS

Ica es una ciudad del centro sur del Perú, capital del departamento de Ica, situada en el estrecho valle que forma el río Ica, entre el Gran Tablazo de Ica y las laderas occidentales de la cordillera de los Andes. La ciudad de Ica incluye cinco distritos urbanos

La provincia de Tambopata es una de las tres que conforman el departamento de Madre de Dios en el Sur del Perú. Limita al norte con la provincia de Tahuamanu, al este con Bolivia, al sur con el departamento de Puno y la provincia de Manu, y al oeste con el departamento de Ucayali.

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• 4-Day/3Night Inca Trail Trek and (OTHER VERSIONS): 2024 & 2025  
• (4 Day/4 Night with a night in Aguas Calientes after the trek and return on Day 5th;   5 Day with a night in AC and walk to HuaynaPicchu on Day 5th;   5 Day DeLuxe with Inkaterra Hotel after the trek and return on Day 5th;    5 Day with a night in Ollanta previous the trek.    Please note that for our Multiday Tour 9,8,7 Days and others tours with Inca Trail trek to Machu Picchu. Choose any shown date in blue or green. 
• AV AILABLE PERMITS on 2024: ( 2 people minimum).
• Also -valid dates for our Multiday tours with Inca Trail to Machu Picchu.     
• Inca Trail Trek on  May and June: Not Available. - Permits are sold out.
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• 2Day/1Night Short Inca Trail Click on here
• 3Day/2Night Sacred Valley+Short Inca Trail Click on here
• 4Day/3Night Lares Trek+Short Inca Trail to Machu Picchu Click on here
• July: 27 - Group Service.
• July: 26,28 Private
• August: 12,21,24,27,31 - Group Service.    
• August: 11,14,16,17,22,25,28,29 Private
• Septem: 6,12,13,21,27,31 - Group Service.
• Septem: 5,7,14,20,22,25,26,28,29,30 Private
• Octob: 3,6,10,12,16,18,21,24,27,30 - Group Service.
• Octob: 2,4,5,7,8,9,11,13,17,19,20,22,23,25,26,28,29,31 Private
• Nov: 1,3,6,9,12,15,18,21,24,27,30  - Group Service.    
• Nov: 2,4,5,7,8,10,11,13,14,16,17,19,20,22,23,25,26,28,29,31 Private
• Dec: 1,3,6,9,12,15,18,21,24,27,30 - Group Service.  
• Dec: 2,4,5,7,8,10,11,13,14,16,17,19,20,22,23,25,26,28,29,31 Private
• 4 Day/ 3 Night Classic Inca Trail Trek to Machu Picchu: (See other Trek VERSIONS below).
• Group Tour. 6-8 people. US $ 790 per person  with an 8 Kg porter 
• Group Tour. 6-8 people. US$ 750 per person, without porter for your belongings .
• Private Tour. 3-5 people. US $ 99 0 per person with an 8 Kg porter per person.
• Private Tour. 2 people . US$ 1,290 per person, with a porter (Upon your request -Daily departs).
• The dates marked  GREEN indicate that we have  a small group , and there are still available permits in the Park. Therefore, we can guarantee a group rate of US$ 790 pp (which includes a 8kg personal porter OR US$ 750 pp without a porter), if you choose to join the existing group. BOOK NOW!
• If you are a group of 4 people and you`re interested in a date which is not listed in  GREEN , you can choose any other available day in  BLUE  and we can try to get other hikers to join that day. However, we cannot guarantee to offer the group price. The final price will be according to the number of hikers in the group (it needs to be 5-8 people for the group price to apply).
• The Dates marked in  BLUE indicate that there are still Available permits at the Park, at this stage we don't have any passengers yet, but we can open a NEW group and build up a small group of 6-8 people for US$ 790 pp OR perhaps run the tour in a private service. (2-5 people group price is US$ 990 pp with an 8 Kg porter service OR US$ 890 pp without a porter.
• (OTHER VERSIONS) -INCA TRAIL. Rates: 2024,'25 -(Small group Trek, 6-8 passengers per group).
• 4 Day/3 Night US$ 790 pp with 8 Kg porter Info & Bookings Click here
• 4 Day/3 Night US$ 740 pp for Student with valid ISIC card Info & Bookings Click here
• 4 Day/4 Night US$ 810 pp Hotel in AC + 8 Kg porter. Info & Bookings Click here
• 4 Day/3 Night US$ 870 pp Huaynapicchu + 8 Kg porter. Info & Bookings Click here
• 5 Day/4Night US$ 890 pp Hotel in AC + Huaynapicchu + 8 Kg porter. Info & Bookings Click here
• 5 Day/4Night US$ 890 pp with Sacred Valley. Hotel in Ollanta + 8 Kg porter. Click here
• 5 Day/4Night US$ 1200 pp Inca Trail Deluxe with INKATERRA Hotel Info & Bookings Click here
• 8 Day Tour US$ 1260 pp Inca Trail,Cuzco,Valley & Marqueses Hotel Info & Bookings. Click here
• Dry season is from MAY through OCTOBER. November to April -rainy season with rain showers. 
• The Inca Trail Trek is officially closed in February for maintenance. Tours to Machu Picchu by Train -year around.
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RAINBOW MOUNTAIN

Travel through an undiscovered land, with wild landscapes, deserts, snowy peaks, herds of alpacas, and reach the last destination- The “Rainbow Mountain” hidden in the Andes.

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MACHUPICCHU 2 DAYS

Peru’s best-known hike visited by thousands of tourists every year. This program is recommended for those having less time or those looking to hike a shorter version of the Inca Trail without camping.

HUMANTAY LAKE

The “Humantay Lake” is a natural attraction located in the village of Soraypampa, formerly only visited by those who ventured to make the trek to the Salkantay, but now it has become one of the most visited places by travelers.

SACRED VALLEY

This tour is full of culture and history. Take pleasure in visiting the fertile Sacred Valley of the Incas well known for its fertile soil, climatic qualities, and location formed by the Urubamba River. 

The rainbow mountain at Palccoyo is made up of layered layers of sandstone. These fine-grained rock layers contain large amounts of iron and other minerals, which give the mountains pigments for the different color stripes.

The city of  Cusco  is the most amazing area to visit in  Peru  because of the variety of outstanding Inca sites, history and living culture  that the adventure visitor can see and been in contact. 

Contact: [email protected], (+51) 967 524 053 to book directly or for information.

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The Salkantay Trek to Machu Picchu

Upper sacred valley & lares adventure to machu picchu, black diamond trek to machu picchu.

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Dynamic terrain, inspiring vistas, and diverse ecosystems — follow the road less traveled on our 7-day trekking adventure.

Design your unique journey from an exciting list of MLP adventure and cultural immersion activities on our 5- or 7-day trip through the Sacred Valley of the Incas to Machu Picchu.

An advanced-level trekking journey from the Plaza de Armas in Cusco all the way to the Sun Gate at Machu Picchu.

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Join us on one of our new Special Interest Travel limited departure programs—unique, focused adventure experiences led by our world-class mountain guides as well as accredited experts in each field.

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Our 3-day lodge programs are designed for travelers game for adventure but short on time. Settle into one of our MLP luxury lodges and get ready for exciting excursions to explore Salkantay and the Sacred Valley.

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Let our MLP travel specialists help you expand your itinerary beyond Machu Picchu. Visit other iconic destinations in Peru’s colorful Andean highlands, lush Amazonian jungle, and expansive desert coastline.

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Modern comfort in the heart of Cuscoʻs historic arts, district just steps away from the picturesque main square.

Surround yourself with modern Cusqueñan art in Casona-style guest rooms.

El Mercado is a welcoming property designed with a fresh take on traditional Andean art and cultural elements.

The whimsical El Retablo is a charming B&B-style property that showcases exquisite art and murals created by artists from the historically celebrated Cusco School of Fine Arts.

Comfort and distinction in a privileged surrounding

Passion, reciprocity, expertise, and professionalism—we are the pioneers of luxury lodge-to-lodge travel and unique cultural connections in the Andean Highlands to Machu Picchu and beyond.

The Salkantay lodge to lodge hike… tiring but wonderful. Real sense of achievement and learning a little about the highlands of Peru. Can’t wait to return and do another trip.

Thank you to MLP–you gave us the experience of a lifetime. We benefited from the knowledgeable and committed leadership of our guide and the first class service…MLP are well-respected by the local communities in which they operate.

As a couple who has NEVER hiked a day in our lives, the organization of the seven days far exceeded any expectations we had.

We have been trekking with Antonio for a week and I could not be happier with the journey. I was traveling by myself, but the staff made me feel very welcome and safe.

We just spent an amazing 7 days on The Salkantay Trek to Machu Picchu. The entire trip was so well organized…[and] our guides were fantastic. A journey of a lifetime.

Despite some unusually bad weather, our guides were always encouraging and the lodge staff were ready to warm us up after a hard day of hiking–always working to make your trip an amazing experience. We highly recommend MLP!!

Authentic experiences through many special communities such as Choquecancha, expert local guides and very comfortable lodges in the Andes. A transformational and inspirational journey!!

I just got back from the Salkantay Trek. Our guides were the best. They shared so much with us about their country, their heritage, and their love of nature. I came home with a deep respect for the people of Peru and all their culture has to offer. MLP is a class act from beginning to end.

Our plan was not to bring our 8 year-old daughter [but] due to changes in timing we decided to bring her. I can’t imagine not having her with us on this incredible adventure. She learned so much, she was engaged in all the different cultural excursions as well as ALL the treks.

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In the Andes, Anyi means “reciprocity”.    Translated another way, it means “today for you, tomorrow for me” in the ancient Andean language of Quechua (or Runa Simi).

At Ayni Peru Expedition, we strive to bring that sentiment to each travel experience we offer, through genuine interactions with adventure trekking,  remote homestay opportunities, and exclusive work with local guides.   

Even if you join us for a day trip, we promise you’ll be taking something precious once you’re done, and leaving behind a wonderful mark of your presence in the minds of locals.

Travel with Ayni means true, raw, travel experiences, with meaningful opportunities to give back.  

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“In one word: outstanding. Ayni Peru Expedition provided us with a customized private tour at a reasonable price. The agency is well organized, reliable and all the staff are very friendly and helpful”

“We wanted to spend time understanding how alpaca are managed in their natural habitat and because of Ayni Peru’s contacts we had the most marvellous experience…This was just part of the 11 day tour organised for us, covering all the usual places, and including a stay on Suasi Island in Lake Titicaca, here we had vicuna wandering across the beach at breakfast – wonderful!”

“Ayni staff is highly professional, caring and friendly from the first inquiry about the services through booking process and indeed during the tour from the first minute till the end. They all worked as the team to take good care about us and make our vacation incredible!”

In short we had an amazing tour of Nazca, Cusco, Machu Picchu and the Uyuni salt flats, and couldn`t have been happier with Ayni Peru`s exceptional planning and service.

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Flor is entering her 9th year as a licensed tour & trek guide. She is an expert on alternative trek routes in Cusco, including the most remote.

Simeon Alendez

Simeon joined Ayni Peru with more than 10 years working as a tour and trek guide in Cusco. Simeon’s favorite routes are our most remote; join hil for true adventure!

Greco is an adventure travel specialist. With over 13 years’ experience, our clients are ensured an unforgettable experience.

Urbano Huayna

With over 15 years of experience guiding groups small and large, Urbano is Ayni`s lead guide extraordinaire! Urbano spends his time scheduling & training guides, plus leading groups throughout Peru.

Huber Huillca

For 14 years, Huber has led tours and treks in Peru, taking clients to interesting spots other guides don’t visit.he has also studied medicinal plants, and loves teaching travelers about their fascinating benefits.

Amanda Zenick

Amanda is a travel consultant and co-founder at Ayni. Amanda handles most customer service on the ground in Peru, so you`ll most likely rrun into her at some point in your travels!

Laura Eudell

If you have questions about travel in Peru and the rest of Latin America, Laura is your woman! A seasoned traveler, Laura helps clients perfect their itineraries.

Vilma Gutierrez

Vilma Gutierrez is a Ayni Peru`s operations manager, and a licensed tour guide. Her speciality is ensuring that all the details of your travel run smoothly from arrival to departure.

Maritza is our reservation superwoman! From hotels to Amazon lodges and Uyuni adventures, Martiza coordinates it all with precision and attention to detail.

Martha is Ayni Peru´s indispensable accountant. We couldn´t do it without her!

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• Updated   Oropouche Fever in South America April 24, 2024 There are outbreaks of Oropouche fever in parts of Brazil, Bolivia, and Peru. Travelers to affected areas should take steps to avoid bug bites. Destination List: Bolivia, Brazil, Peru
• Dengue in the Americas April 18, 2024 Dengue is a risk in many parts of Central and South America, Mexico, and the Caribbean. Some countries are reporting increased numbers of cases of the disease. Travelers to the Americas can protect themselves by preventing mosquito bites. Destination List: Argentina, Brazil, Colombia, Costa Rica, Ecuador, including the Galápagos Islands, French Guiana (France), Guadeloupe, Guatemala, Martinique (France), Mexico, Nicaragua, Panama, Paraguay, Peru, Turks and Caicos Islands (U.K.), Uruguay

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Check the vaccines and medicines list and visit your doctor at least a month before your trip to get vaccines or medicines you may need. If you or your doctor need help finding a location that provides certain vaccines or medicines, visit the Find a Clinic page.

Routine vaccines

Recommendations.

Make sure you are up-to-date on all routine vaccines before every trip. Some of these vaccines include

• Chickenpox (Varicella)
• Diphtheria-Tetanus-Pertussis
• Flu (influenza)
• Measles-Mumps-Rubella (MMR)

Immunization schedules

All eligible travelers should be up to date with their COVID-19 vaccines. Please see  Your COVID-19 Vaccination  for more information. 

COVID-19 vaccine

Hepatitis A

Recommended for unvaccinated travelers one year old or older going to Peru.

Infants 6 to 11 months old should also be vaccinated against Hepatitis A. The dose does not count toward the routine 2-dose series.

Travelers allergic to a vaccine component or who are younger than 6 months should receive a single dose of immune globulin, which provides effective protection for up to 2 months depending on dosage given.

Unvaccinated travelers who are over 40 years old, immunocompromised, or have chronic medical conditions planning to depart to a risk area in less than 2 weeks should get the initial dose of vaccine and at the same appointment receive immune globulin.

Hepatitis A - CDC Yellow Book

Dosing info - Hep A

Hepatitis B

Recommended for unvaccinated travelers younger than 60 years old traveling to Peru. Unvaccinated travelers 60 years and older may get vaccinated before traveling to Peru.

Hepatitis B - CDC Yellow Book

Dosing info - Hep B

CDC recommends that travelers going to certain areas of Peru take prescription medicine to prevent malaria. Depending on the medicine you take, you will need to start taking this medicine multiple days before your trip, as well as during and after your trip. Talk to your doctor about which malaria medication you should take.

Find  country-specific information  about malaria.

Malaria - CDC Yellow Book

Considerations when choosing a drug for malaria prophylaxis (CDC Yellow Book)

Malaria information for Peru.

Cases of measles are on the rise worldwide. Travelers are at risk of measles if they have not been fully vaccinated at least two weeks prior to departure, or have not had measles in the past, and travel internationally to areas where measles is spreading.

All international travelers should be fully vaccinated against measles with the measles-mumps-rubella (MMR) vaccine, including an early dose for infants 6–11 months, according to  CDC’s measles vaccination recommendations for international travel .

Measles (Rubeola) - CDC Yellow Book

Rabid dogs are commonly found in Peru. If you are bitten or scratched by a dog or other mammal while in Peru, there may be limited or no rabies treatment available. 

Consider rabies vaccination before your trip if your activities mean you will be around dogs or wildlife.

Travelers more likely to encounter rabid animals include

• Campers, adventure travelers, or cave explorers (spelunkers)
• Veterinarians, animal handlers, field biologists, or laboratory workers handling animal specimens
• Visitors to rural areas

Since children are more likely to be bitten or scratched by a dog or other animals, consider rabies vaccination for children traveling to Peru. 

Rabies - CDC Yellow Book

Recommended for most travelers, especially those staying with friends or relatives or visiting smaller cities or rural areas.

Typhoid - CDC Yellow Book

Dosing info - Typhoid

Yellow Fever

Recommended for travelers ≥9 months old going to areas <2,300 m (≈7,550 ft) elevation in the regions of Amazonas, Cusco, Huánuco, Junín, Loreto, Madre de Dios, Pasco, Puno, San Martín, and Ucayali, and designated areas of Ancash (far northeast), Apurímac (far north), Ayacucho (north and northeast), Cajamarca (north and east), Huancavelica (far north), La Libertad (east), and Piura (east). Generally not recommended for travel limited to the following areas west of the Andes: the regions of Lambayeque and Tumbes, and designated areas of Cajamarca (west-central), and Piura (west). Not recommended for travel limited to areas >2,300 m (≈7,550 ft) elevation, areas west of the Andes not listed above, the city of Lima (the capital), and the highland tourist areas (the city of Cusco, the Inca Trail, and Machu Picchu).

Yellow Fever - CDC Yellow Book

Avoid contaminated water

Leptospirosis

How most people get sick (most common modes of transmission)

• Touching urine or other body fluids from an animal infected with leptospirosis
• Swimming or wading in urine-contaminated fresh water, or contact with urine-contaminated mud
• Drinking water or eating food contaminated with animal urine
• Avoid contaminated water and soil

Clinical Guidance

Avoid bug bites, chagas disease (american trypanosomiasis).

• Accidentally rub feces (poop) of the triatomine bug into the bug bite, other breaks in the skin, your eyes, or mouth
• From pregnant woman to her baby, contaminated blood products (transfusions), or contaminated food or drink.
• Avoid Bug Bites

Chagas disease

• Mosquito bite

Leishmaniasis

• Sand fly bite
• An infected pregnant woman can spread it to her unborn baby

Airborne & droplet

• Breathing in air or accidentally eating food contaminated with the urine, droppings, or saliva of infected rodents
• Bite from an infected rodent
• Less commonly, being around someone sick with hantavirus (only occurs with Andes virus)
• Avoid rodents and areas where they live
• Avoid sick people

Tuberculosis (TB)

• Breathe in TB bacteria that is in the air from an infected and contagious person coughing, speaking, or singing.

Learn actions you can take to stay healthy and safe on your trip. Vaccines cannot protect you from many diseases in Peru, so your behaviors are important.

Eat and drink safely

Food and water standards around the world vary based on the destination. Standards may also differ within a country and risk may change depending on activity type (e.g., hiking versus business trip). You can learn more about safe food and drink choices when traveling by accessing the resources below.

• Choose Safe Food and Drinks When Traveling
• Water Treatment Options When Hiking, Camping or Traveling
• Global Water, Sanitation and Hygiene | Healthy Water
• Avoid Contaminated Water During Travel

You can also visit the Department of State Country Information Pages for additional information about food and water safety.

Prevent bug bites

Bugs (like mosquitoes, ticks, and fleas) can spread a number of diseases in Peru. Many of these diseases cannot be prevented with a vaccine or medicine. You can reduce your risk by taking steps to prevent bug bites.

What can I do to prevent bug bites?

• Cover exposed skin by wearing long-sleeved shirts, long pants, and hats.
• Use an appropriate insect repellent (see below).
• Use permethrin-treated clothing and gear (such as boots, pants, socks, and tents). Do not use permethrin directly on skin.
• Stay and sleep in air-conditioned or screened rooms.
• Use a bed net if the area where you are sleeping is exposed to the outdoors.

What type of insect repellent should I use?

• FOR PROTECTION AGAINST TICKS AND MOSQUITOES: Use a repellent that contains 20% or more DEET for protection that lasts up to several hours.
• Picaridin (also known as KBR 3023, Bayrepel, and icaridin)
• Oil of lemon eucalyptus (OLE) or para-menthane-diol (PMD)
• 2-undecanone
• Always use insect repellent as directed.

What should I do if I am bitten by bugs?

• Avoid scratching bug bites, and apply hydrocortisone cream or calamine lotion to reduce the itching.
• Check your entire body for ticks after outdoor activity. Be sure to remove ticks properly.

What can I do to avoid bed bugs?

Although bed bugs do not carry disease, they are an annoyance. See our information page about avoiding bug bites for some easy tips to avoid them. For more information on bed bugs, see Bed Bugs .

For more detailed information on avoiding bug bites, see Avoid Bug Bites .

Some diseases in Peru—such as dengue, Zika, louse-borne typhus, and Chagas disease—are spread by bugs and cannot be prevented with a vaccine. Follow the insect avoidance measures described above to prevent these and other illnesses.

Stay safe outdoors

If your travel plans in Peru include outdoor activities, take these steps to stay safe and healthy during your trip.

• Stay alert to changing weather conditions and adjust your plans if conditions become unsafe.
• Prepare for activities by wearing the right clothes and packing protective items, such as bug spray, sunscreen, and a basic first aid kit.
• Consider learning basic first aid and CPR before travel. Bring a travel health kit with items appropriate for your activities.
• If you are outside for many hours in heat, eat salty snacks and drink water to stay hydrated and replace salt lost through sweating.
• Protect yourself from UV radiation : use sunscreen with an SPF of at least 15, wear protective clothing, and seek shade during the hottest time of day (10 a.m.–4 p.m.).
• Be especially careful during summer months and at high elevation. Because sunlight reflects off snow, sand, and water, sun exposure may be increased during activities like skiing, swimming, and sailing.
• Very cold temperatures can be dangerous. Dress in layers and cover heads, hands, and feet properly if you are visiting a cold location.

Stay safe around water

• Swim only in designated swimming areas. Obey lifeguards and warning flags on beaches.
• Practice safe boating—follow all boating safety laws, do not drink alcohol if driving a boat, and always wear a life jacket.
• Do not dive into shallow water.
• Do not swim in freshwater in developing areas or where sanitation is poor.
• Avoid swallowing water when swimming. Untreated water can carry germs that make you sick.
• To prevent infections, wear shoes on beaches where there may be animal waste.

Many popular destinations in Peru, such as Machu Picchu, are at high altitudes. You may experience altitude sickness as a result. Talk to your doctor about ways to prevent and treat altitude sickness.

See Travel to High Altitudes .

Leptospirosis, a bacterial infection that can be spread in fresh water, is found in Peru. Avoid swimming in fresh, unchlorinated water, such as lakes, ponds, or rivers.

Keep away from animals

Most animals avoid people, but they may attack if they feel threatened, are protecting their young or territory, or if they are injured or ill. Animal bites and scratches can lead to serious diseases such as rabies.

Follow these tips to protect yourself:

• Do not touch or feed any animals you do not know.
• Do not allow animals to lick open wounds, and do not get animal saliva in your eyes or mouth.
• Avoid rodents and their urine and feces.
• Traveling pets should be supervised closely and not allowed to come in contact with local animals.
• If you wake in a room with a bat, seek medical care immediately. Bat bites may be hard to see.

All animals can pose a threat, but be extra careful around dogs, bats, monkeys, sea animals such as jellyfish, and snakes. If you are bitten or scratched by an animal, immediately:

• Wash the wound with soap and clean water.
• Go to a doctor right away.
• Tell your doctor about your injury when you get back to the United States.

Consider buying medical evacuation insurance. Rabies is a deadly disease that must be treated quickly, and treatment may not be available in some countries.

Reduce your exposure to germs

Follow these tips to avoid getting sick or spreading illness to others while traveling:

• Wash your hands often, especially before eating.
• If soap and water aren’t available, clean hands with hand sanitizer (containing at least 60% alcohol).
• Don’t touch your eyes, nose, or mouth. If you need to touch your face, make sure your hands are clean.
• Cover your mouth and nose with a tissue or your sleeve (not your hands) when coughing or sneezing.
• Try to avoid contact with people who are sick.
• If you are sick, stay home or in your hotel room, unless you need medical care.

Avoid sharing body fluids

Diseases can be spread through body fluids, such as saliva, blood, vomit, and semen.

Protect yourself:

• Use latex condoms correctly.
• Do not inject drugs.
• Limit alcohol consumption. People take more risks when intoxicated.
• Do not share needles or any devices that can break the skin. That includes needles for tattoos, piercings, and acupuncture.
• If you receive medical or dental care, make sure the equipment is disinfected or sanitized.

Know how to get medical care while traveling

Plan for how you will get health care during your trip, should the need arise:

• Carry a list of local doctors and hospitals at your destination.
• Review your health insurance plan to determine what medical services it would cover during your trip. Consider purchasing travel health and medical evacuation insurance.
• Carry a card that identifies, in the local language, your blood type, chronic conditions or serious allergies, and the generic names of any medications you take.
• Some prescription drugs may be illegal in other countries. Call Peru’s embassy to verify that all of your prescription(s) are legal to bring with you.
• Bring all the medicines (including over-the-counter medicines) you think you might need during your trip, including extra in case of travel delays. Ask your doctor to help you get prescriptions filled early if you need to.

Many foreign hospitals and clinics are accredited by the Joint Commission International. A list of accredited facilities is available at their website ( www.jointcommissioninternational.org ).

In some countries, medicine (prescription and over-the-counter) may be substandard or counterfeit. Bring the medicines you will need from the United States to avoid having to buy them at your destination.

Malaria is a risk in some parts of Peru. If you are going to a risk area, fill your malaria prescription before you leave, and take enough with you for the entire length of your trip. Follow your doctor’s instructions for taking the pills; some need to be started before you leave.

Select safe transportation

Motor vehicle crashes are the #1 killer of healthy US citizens in foreign countries.

In many places cars, buses, large trucks, rickshaws, bikes, people on foot, and even animals share the same lanes of traffic, increasing the risk for crashes.

Be smart when you are traveling on foot.

• Use sidewalks and marked crosswalks.
• Pay attention to the traffic around you, especially in crowded areas.
• Remember, people on foot do not always have the right of way in other countries.

Riding/Driving

Choose a safe vehicle.

• Choose official taxis or public transportation, such as trains and buses.
• Ride only in cars that have seatbelts.
• Avoid overcrowded, overloaded, top-heavy buses and minivans.
• Avoid riding on motorcycles or motorbikes, especially motorbike taxis. (Many crashes are caused by inexperienced motorbike drivers.)
• Choose newer vehicles—they may have more safety features, such as airbags, and be more reliable.
• Choose larger vehicles, which may provide more protection in crashes.

Think about the driver.

• Do not drive after drinking alcohol or ride with someone who has been drinking.
• Consider hiring a licensed, trained driver familiar with the area.
• Arrange payment before departing.

Follow basic safety tips.

• Wear a seatbelt at all times.
• Sit in the back seat of cars and taxis.
• When on motorbikes or bicycles, always wear a helmet. (Bring a helmet from home, if needed.)
• Avoid driving at night; street lighting in certain parts of Peru may be poor.
• Do not use a cell phone or text while driving (illegal in many countries).
• Travel during daylight hours only, especially in rural areas.
• If you choose to drive a vehicle in Peru, learn the local traffic laws and have the proper paperwork.
• Get any driving permits and insurance you may need. Get an International Driving Permit (IDP). Carry the IDP and a US-issued driver's license at all times.
• Check with your auto insurance policy's international coverage, and get more coverage if needed. Make sure you have liability insurance.
• Avoid using local, unscheduled aircraft.
• If possible, fly on larger planes (more than 30 seats); larger airplanes are more likely to have regular safety inspections.
• Try to schedule flights during daylight hours and in good weather.

Medical Evacuation Insurance

If you are seriously injured, emergency care may not be available or may not meet US standards. Trauma care centers are uncommon outside urban areas. Having medical evacuation insurance can be helpful for these reasons.

Helpful Resources

Road Safety Overseas (Information from the US Department of State): Includes tips on driving in other countries, International Driving Permits, auto insurance, and other resources.

The Association for International Road Travel has country-specific Road Travel Reports available for most countries for a minimal fee.

For information traffic safety and road conditions in Peru, see Travel and Transportation on US Department of State's country-specific information for Peru .

Maintain personal security

Use the same common sense traveling overseas that you would at home, and always stay alert and aware of your surroundings.

Before you leave

• Research your destination(s), including local laws, customs, and culture.
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President’s medal 2024 – sofía del pilar roca castro aims to use her degree to support music programs back home in peru.

By Jonathan Morales

May 13, 2024

Sofía del Pilar Roca Castro was in high school when she began volunteering with a Peruvian government program that brought music education to schools in remote areas that barely had any roads.

The experience changed her life.

“I just remember arriving and all the kids being so excited to see our instruments,” Roca Castro said. “Excitement in their eyes to see that this could be them. They could do music like we were doing it.”

In those moments, she realized the impact music education could have and knew she wanted to dedicate her life to bringing the joy and transformative power of music to those who needed it the most.

Nearly a decade later, Roca Castro is well on her way to achieving her goal. The Sacramento State Music Education major is graduating this month as the recipient of the President’s Medal, awarded each year at Commencement to the University’s top graduate.

In addition, Roca Castro received the Dean’s Award for the College of Arts and Letters. Deans’ Awards are given to one student from each of Sac State’s seven academic colleges, with one selected to receive the President’s Medal.

“In the College of Arts and Letters, our priority is ‘graduation with purpose’ – defined not only by the career path our students take but by finding ways in which to live fulfilling lives,” Arts and Letters Dean Sheree Meyer wrote in her letter nominating Roca Castro for the President’s Medal. “It is evident that Sofía Roca Castro will graduate with purpose.”

Born in Lima, Peru, Roca Castro found music at an early age, playing the saxophone in school ensembles and eventually became an assistant band director. In 2015, she began volunteering with Orquestando, the program that brought music education and resources to troubled communities.

She also endured many personal challenges, including when the small fishing town where she grew up was heavily damaged by floods and when several close family members faced health challenges.

Despite her grief,  Roca Castro didn’t give up on her dream of going to college. She looked abroad because, she said, higher education in Peru lacks resources, among other challenges. She also wanted to broaden her experience and chose Sacramento State because of its strong music program and affordability.

“The band culture here and how much music is involved in the schools is really impressive to me, and it’s something I want to learn to implement later, at home." -- Sofía del Pilar Roca Castro

She began at Sac State in the fall of 2020, but it would be another year before she was on campus. COVID-19 pandemic restrictions determined that she would start her time as a Hornet taking classes on Zoom. She began in-person classes in fall 2021 and switched her concentration from saxophone to voice.

Roca Castro’s involvement outside the classroom has been just as impressive as her academic achievements. She participated in choral and opera ensembles and the marching band, and worked as a teaching assistant, customer service representative in the Welcome Center, resident advisor and campus tour guide.

“I really wanted to work on my social skills and language skills,” she said. “The jobs that I’ve taken have been challenging, and that’s why I took them, because I wanted that challenge in order to improve myself.”

Roca Castro’s family will travel from Peru to Sacramento to see her receive her degree and accept the President’s Medal at the College of Arts and Letters Commencement ceremony on May 17. After that, she plans to earn her teaching credential before getting as much experience in the U.S. as she can before returning to Peru to share what she has learned with music educators there.

“The band culture here and how much music is involved in the schools is really impressive to me, and it’s something I want to learn to implement later, at home,” she said.

In true teacher fashion, she says her favorite memories from her time at Sac State are from being in the audience for her friends’ recitals.

“I really enjoy seeing people grow and seeing their hard work and how much of themselves they’ve poured into their craft,” Roca Castro said, starting to choke up a bit. “Being able to be part of their journey has been very special.”

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Mexico tightens travel rules on Peruvians in a show of visa diplomacy to slow migration to US

Peruvian Julia Paredes, left in white hat, listens to instructions from a Border Patrol agent with others seeking asylum as they wait to be processed after crossing the border with Mexico nearby, Thursday, April 25, 2024, in Boulevard, Calif. Mexico has begun requiring visas for Peruvians in response to a major influx of migrants from the South American country. The move follows identical ones for Venezuelans, Ecuadorians and Brazilians, effectively eliminating the option of flying to a Mexican city near the U.S. border. (AP Photo/Gregory Bull)

Julia Paredes, right, of Peru, gets a hug from volunteer Karen Parker, after crossing the border with Mexico nearby, Thursday, April 25, 2024, in Boulevard, Calif. Mexico has begun requiring visas for Peruvians in response to a major influx of migrants from the South American country. The move follows identical ones for Venezuelans, Ecuadorians and Brazilians, effectively eliminating the option of flying to a Mexican city near the U.S. border. (AP Photo/Gregory Bull)

A Border Patrol agent instructs a group of people seeking asylum, including Peruvians, as they are transported for processing after crossing the border with Mexico nearby, Thursday, April 25, 2024, in Boulevard, Calif. Mexico has begun requiring visas for Peruvians in response to a major influx of migrants from the South American country. The move follows identical ones for Venezuelans, Ecuadorians and Brazilians, effectively eliminating the option of flying to a Mexican city near the U.S. border. (AP Photo/Gregory Bull)

People seeking asylum walk through a field of wildflowers as they wait to be processed after crossing the border with Mexico nearby, Thursday, April 25, 2024, in Boulevard, Calif. Mexico has begun requiring visas for Peruvians in response to a major influx of migrants from the South American country. The move follows identical ones for Venezuelans, Ecuadorians and Brazilians, effectively eliminating the option of flying to a Mexican city near the U.S. border. (AP Photo/Gregory Bull)

Peruvian Julia Paredes, center in white hat, listens to instructions from a Border Patrol agent with others seeking asylum as they wait to be processed after crossing the border with Mexico nearby, Thursday, April 25, 2024, in Boulevard, Calif. Mexico has begun requiring visas for Peruvians in response to a major influx of migrants from the South American country. The move follows identical ones for Venezuelans, Ecuadorians and Brazilians, effectively eliminating the option of flying to a Mexican city near the U.S. border. (AP Photo/Gregory Bull)

Men seeking asylum, including Peruvians, line up as they wait to be processed after crossing the border with Mexico nearby, Thursday, April 25, 2024, in Boulevard, Calif. Mexico has begun requiring visas for Peruvians in response to a major influx of migrants from the South American country. The move follows identical ones for Venezuelans, Ecuadorians and Brazilians, effectively eliminating the option of flying to a Mexican city near the U.S. border. (AP Photo/Gregory Bull)

People seeking asylum keep warm near a fire as they wait to be processed, after crossing the border with Mexico nearby, Thursday, April 25, 2024, in Boulevard, Calif. Mexico has begun requiring visas for Peruvians in response to a major influx of migrants from the South American country. The move follows identical ones for Venezuelans, Ecuadorians and Brazilians, effectively eliminating the option of flying to a Mexican city near the U.S. border. (AP Photo/Gregory Bull)

People seeking asylum, including a group from Peru, walk behind a Border Patrol agent towards a van to be processed after crossing the border with Mexico nearby, Thursday, April 25, 2024, in Boulevard, Calif. Mexico has begun requiring visas for Peruvians in response to a major influx of migrants from the South American country. The move follows identical ones for Venezuelans, Ecuadorians and Brazilians, effectively eliminating the option of flying to a Mexican city near the U.S. border. (AP Photo/Gregory Bull)

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BOULEVARD, Calif. (AP) — Julia Paredes believed her move to the United States might be now or never. Mexico was days from requiring visas for Peruvian visitors. If she didn’t act quickly, she would have to make a far more perilous, surreptitious journey over land to settle with her sister in Dallas.

Mexico began requiring visas for Peruvians on Monday in response to a major influx of migrants from the South American country, after identical moves for Venezuelans, Ecuadorians and Brazilians. It effectively eliminated the option of flying to a Mexican city near the U.S. border, as Paredes, 45, did just before it was too late.

“I had to treat it as a emergency,” said Paredes, who worked serving lunch to miners in Arequipa, Peru, and borrowed money to fly to Mexico’s Tijuana, across from San Diego. Last month smugglers guided her through a remote opening in the border wall to a dirt lot in California, where she and about 100 migrants from around the world shivered over campfires after a morning drizzle and waited for overwhelmed Border Patrol agents to drive them to a station for processing.

Senior U.S. officials, speaking to reporters ahead of a meeting of top diplomats from about 20 countries in the Western hemisphere this week in Guatemala, applauded Mexico’s crackdown on air travel from Peru and called visa requirements an important tool to jointly confront illegal migration.

For critics, shutting down air travel only encourages more dangerous choices. Illegal migration by Venezuelans plummeted after Mexico imposed visa requirements in January 2022, but the lull was short-lived. Last year Venezuelans made up nearly two-thirds of the record-high 520,000 migrants who walked through the Darien Gap, the notorious jungle spanning parts of Panama and Colombia.

More than 25,000 Chinese traversed the Darien last year. They generally fly to Ecuador, a country known for few travel restrictions, and cross the U.S. border illegally in San Diego to seek asylum. With an immigration court backlog topping 3 million cases, it takes years to decide such claims, during which time people can obtain work permits and establish roots.

“People are going to come no matter what,” said Miguel Yaranga, 22, who flew from Lima, Peru’s capital, to Tijuana and was released by the Border Patrol Sunday at a San Diego bus stop. He had orders to appear in immigration court in New York in February 2025, which puzzled him because he said he told agents he would settle with his sister on the other side of the country, in Bakersfield, California.

Jeremy MacGillivray, deputy chief of the Mexico mission of the U.N.'s International Organization for Migration, predicts that Peruvian migration will drop “at least at the beginning” and bounce back as people shift to walking through the Darien Gap and to Central America and Mexico.

Mexico said last month that it would require visas for Peruvians for the first time since 2012 in response to a “substantial increase” in illegal migration. Large-scale Peruvian migration to Mexico began in 2022; Peruvians were stopped in the country an average of 2,160 times a month from January to March of this year, up from a monthly average of 544 times for all of 2023.

Peruvians also began showing up at the U.S. border in 2022. The U.S. Border Patrol arrested Peruvians an average of about 5,300 times a month last year before falling to a monthly average of 3,400 from January through March, amid a broad immigration crackdown by Mexico .

Peru immediately reciprocated Mexico’s visa requirement but changed course after a backlash from the country’s tourism industry. Peru noted in its reversal that it is part of a regional economic bloc that includes Mexico, Chile and Colombia.

Adam Isacson, an analyst at the Washington Office on Latin America, said Peru’s membership with Mexico in the Pacific Alliance allowed its citizens visa-free travel longer than other countries.

It is unclear if Colombia, also a major source of migration , will be next, but Isacson said Mexican President Andrés Manuel López Obrador is in a “lovefest” with his Colombian counterpart, Gustavo Petro, while his relations with Peru’s government are more strained.

Colombians are consistently near the top nationalities of migrants arriving at Tijuana’s airport. Many find hotels before a guide takes them to boulder-strewn mountains east of the city, where they cross through openings in the border wall and then walk toward dirt lots that the Border Patrol has identified as waiting stations.

Bryan Ramírez, 25, of Colombia, reached U.S. soil with his girlfriend last month, only two days after leaving Bogota for Cancun, Mexico, and continuing on another flight to Tijuana. He waited alongside others overnight for Border Patrol agents to pick him up as cold rain and high winds whipped over the crackle of high-voltage power lines.

The group waiting near Boulevard, a small, loosely defined rural town, included several Peruvians who said they came for economic opportunity and to escape violence and political crises.

Peruvians can still avoid the Darien jungle by flying to El Salvador, which introduced visa-free travel for them in December in reciprocation for a similar move by Peru’s government. But they would still have to travel over land through Mexico, where many are robbed or kidnapped.

Ecuadoreans, who have needed visas to enter Mexico since September 2021, can also fly to El Salvador, but not all do. Oscar Palacios, 42, said he walked through Darien because he couldn’t afford to fly.

Palacios, who left his wife and year-old child in Ecuador with plans to support them financially from the U.S., said it took him two weeks to travel from his home near the violent city of Esmeralda to Mexico’s border with Guatemala. It then took him two months to cross Mexico because immigration authorities turned him around three times and bused him back to the southern part of the country. He said he was robbed repeatedly.

Palacios finally reached Tijuana and, after three nights in a hotel, crossed into the U.S. A Border Patrol agent spotted him with migrants from Turkey and Brazil and drove them to the dirt lot to wait for a van or bus to take them to a station for processing. Looking back on the journey, Palacios said he would rather cross Darien Gap 100 times than Mexico even once.

Associated Press writer Christopher Sherman in Mexico City contributed.