It was an amazing tour! Isaac and Johan are the best guide ever! It is just not a tour it is a full experience. They are very professional, always take care of us. The best part they are native Peruvian and talk Spanish and Quechua perfectly.

Awesome tour very well organized, Boby(Ubaldo) was great always on time explained all the details of all the places we visited and Machu Picchu trip was just magical Don’t hesitate with this one highly recommend to do it

Guide was great! Learned a lot of the history of the city. Guide was very knowledgeable and willing to answer any questions. Tailored tour to our interests and desires.

This trip was absolutely incredible thanks to our amazing guide and co-guide Paul and Bruce, as well as the porters, cooks and everyone else involved. Our group had a mix of some more experienced hikers as well as some novices and thanks to Paul and Bruce everyone was comfortable and well-taken care of both throughout the day and at the campsites as night. We had so much fun and had so many laughs, the food was incredible, the accommodations were great and we were grateful for the portable bathroom (especially at some of the later campsites!). We're so thankful to everyone for making it such an incredible experience from start to finish!

Was an unforgettable trip, made so by our guide Ronald! He is genuinely passionate about his culture and sharing it with everyone! When energy levels were low, he was supportive and motivating. He went above and beyond in every way he could! Anything that Prof Ronald doesn’t know about the Incas, isn’t worth knowing! He had an answer for everything and gave amazingly detailed historical explanations! Trip was very well planned and plans were articulated very clearly… couldn’t think of a better way to do the Inka Trail! I feel like everyone who didn’t have Prof Ronald doing their tour was completely missing out! All hail Inca King Ronald!

The most amazing 4 days on the Inca Trail with our lovely guide Ali. The food was incredible - so much and such a variety! All of the porters were so friendly and worked so hard to ensure we had the best time.

This was a trip my friends and I will never forget. I’m so glad we didn’t take the train. Our guides were the highlight of the trip. Paul’s deep knowledge of seemingly everything added to the beauty of our surroundings. He showed us unbelievable ruins and told us fascinating histories. I’m not an experienced hiker, but Bruce made sure I always found my pace. Both were kind, upbeat, and encouraging. I can’t thank them enough for this incredible experience.

My wife and I did the 7 day Cusco and Machu Picchu tour with Rainbow Mountain. We had an amazing experience, everything was seamlessly planned and everyone had excellent communication from the planning stages onward. Special thanks to our incredible tour guide Jonathan who worked hard everyday to make this an unforgettable experience. His knowledge and passion for Peru and Incan culture was evident everyday. He is a true seasoned expert. We also wanted to give huge thanks to our awesome driver Beltran!

Ali had all the makings of a great guide. He was personable; he adapted to our needs; and, he knew his stuff. He was one of the most knowledgeable guides I’ve ever had. He was above and beyond better than other 3 guides we’ve had this trip. He is worth every penny. I would hire Ali again without hesitation. 5/5

What an incredible four days. My wife and I did a 4-day private trek of the classic Inca trail to Machu Picchu. We were lucky to have Herlin as our guide. He’s incredibly knowledgeable of the flora, fauna, history, and culture of the region, and is keen to share it all. He’s so encouraging, positive, and patient, and he helped to make a spiritual connection with the land of his ancestors. The food surpassed expectations. By no means were we expecting a three course meal for lunch and dinner, tea delivered to your tent at 5:30am, and tea time snacks in the afternoon. We were lucky to have Mario as a chef - every meal was fantastic, and he catered to every request. A special shout out to our “Chuskis” (porters): Selso, Persi, Santos, David, and Richard. They do back breaking work, and do it all with a big smile. Without them, the trip doesn’t happen. Don’t forget to bring tip money for each of them before you trek begins. Leading up to the trip, the office was quick to respond to any questions and they were super informative. One suggestion I would make for any future trekkers would be to stay in Aguas Calientes for the night when the trek is over. The last day is long, and you don’t get back to Cusco until 7pm or so. Also keep in mind that if you choose to go up Huayna Picchu, you will have less time to explore Machu Picchu. I would book again 100% with Inkayni, and would recommend to anyone looking to experience the Inca Trail the best way that you can!

### Ruta y Paisajes El Camino Inka es sencillamente espectacular. Los paisajes de montaña son indescriptibles y superan cualquier expectativa. Si eres amante de la naturaleza, te encantará. Personalmente, he recorrido muchos lugares montañosos, pero esto es de lo mejor que he visto. ### Opciones de Trekking Existen varias opciones para realizar el trek: 4 días y 3 noches, 3 días y 2 noches, y 5 días y 4 noches. Después de experimentar el recorrido, recomiendo encarecidamente la opción de 4D/3N. Es un balance perfecto: suficientemente desafiante para sentir la aventura, pero no tan agotador como para no disfrutar el último día. Los otros itinerarios pueden ser demasiado exigentes o apresurados, o no encajan perfecto para el último día, como en el caso del trek de 5 días. ### Guía Paul Cano, nuestro guía, hizo que esta experiencia fuera excepcional. Su conocimiento, pasión y habilidad para contar historias hicieron que el viaje fuera entretenido, educativo y emocionante. Además, nos llevó a lugares exclusivos, evitando multitudes, lo que añadió un toque mágico al recorrido. Si tienes la oportunidad, pide que Paul sea tu guía. ¡No te arrepentirás! ### Comida y Chef El chef Sabino fue una grata sorpresa (es la segunda vez que me toca hehe). A pesar de las limitaciones de cocinar en el camino, cada comida fue deliciosa y variada. Sabino logró preparar platos tradicionales que realzaron la experiencia del trek. Sabino te hará disfrutar cada bocado. ¡Gracias, Sabino! ### Porteadores y Personal de Servicio Los porteadores y el personal de servicio fueron inigualables. Su dedicación, amabilidad y disposición para hacer que disfrutáramos el trek fueron impresionantes. No podría haber pedido un mejor equipo de apoyo durante el viaje. ### Organización y Oficina Aquí es donde hay margen de mejora. El equipo de oficina no estuvo muy involucrado en la preparación del viaje. No nos dieron recomendaciones claras sobre qué llevar, lo que ocasionó algunos inconvenientes. Es importante que mejoren en este aspecto, proporcionando a los viajeros información más detallada y precisa para que estén bien preparados. La verdad, recomiendo sí o sí tener el celular del guía desde antes de preparar tu maleta, para que te dé buenas recomendaciones… En mi caso, no nos recomendaron nada los de la oficina y creo que pudo ser mucho mejor. ### Costo y Propinas El trek es costoso (pagamos más de 950 USD por persona) y las propinas no están incluidas, lo cual no nos fue comunicado hasta un día antes de comenzar. Esto fue un gasto adicional considerable (alrededor de 370 USD en total). Sería mejor si este costo se incluyera en la tarifa o se informara desde el principio. ¡Hay que pagar bien al personal! Consideren 30 USD por porteador al día, más lo que le quieras dar al guía. ### Recomendaciones para Evitar Inconvenientes 1. **Condición Física y Huayna Picchu**: Si estás en buena forma física, no te pierdas la subida a Huayna Picchu. Aunque es duro, especialmente al final del trek, la vista es espectacular y vale cada esfuerzo. (Esto no te lo recomiendan los de la oficina). 2. **Equipo y Ropa**: Renta bastones de trekking; te salvarán las rodillas. Lleva capas de ropa para el frío, especialmente para dormir, incluyendo ropa térmica, calcetines y una almohada inflable, ya que la proporcionada se desinfla fácilmente. 3. **No te vas a bañar**: Aunque hay regaderas, el frío puede ser un impedimento para usarlas. Mejor lleva toallas húmedas y con eso te bañas. 4. **Baños**: Los baños en el camino varían en calidad, pero el baño portátil del campamento es el mejor. Baja tus expectativas en este aspecto. 5. **Tecnología**: Lleva baterías portátiles porque no habrá acceso a electricidad. Además, no hay señal en la mayor parte del camino, lo que puede ser una oportunidad para desconectar. 6. **Empaque**: Tendrás que reempacar para llevar una maleta ligera de 3 kg para el trek. No sabíamos esto, pero tu maleta grande se queda en el hotel. 7. **Tour Privado vs. Grupal**: Optamos por un tour privado y valió cada centavo. Si prefieres ir a tu ritmo, esta es la mejor opción, ya que los grupos no siempre se forman en función de la condición física de los participantes. 8. **Llegada a Cusco**: Te recomiendo llegar al menos dos días antes a Cusco para aclimatarte y evitar mal de altura. Además, intenta reservar en el mismo hotel antes y después del viaje. Facilita mucho el regreso, ya que tu maleta grande se quedará en el hotel y no tendrás que preocuparte por reubicarte. 9. Reserva con anticipación. 10. No recomendable para personas con mala condición física. --- English ### Route and Scenery The Inca Trail is simply spectacular. The mountain landscapes are indescribable and exceed any expectation. If you are a nature lover, you will love it. Personally, I have traveled to many mountainous places, but this is one of the best I've seen. ### Trekking Options There are several options for the trek: 4 days and 3 nights, 3 days and 2 nights, and 5 days and 4 nights. After experiencing the route, I highly recommend the 4D/3N option. It is a perfect balance: challenging enough to feel the adventure but not so exhausting that you can't enjoy the last day. The other itineraries can be too demanding or rushed, or they don't align perfectly with the last day, as with the 5-day trek. ### Guide Paul Cano, our guide, made this experience exceptional. His knowledge, passion, and storytelling skills made the trip entertaining, educational, and exciting. Additionally, he took us to exclusive places, avoiding crowds, which added a magical touch to the trek. If you have the chance, ask for Paul as your guide. You won't regret it! ### Food and Chef Chef Sabino was a pleasant surprise (this is the second time I've had him hehe). Despite the limitations of cooking on the trail, each meal was delicious and varied. Sabino managed to prepare traditional dishes that enhanced the trekking experience. Sabino will make you enjoy every bite. Thank you, Sabino! ### Porters and Support Staff The porters and support staff were unparalleled. Their dedication, kindness, and willingness to ensure we enjoyed the trek were impressive. I couldn't have asked for a better support team during the journey. ### Organization and Office This is where there is room for improvement. The office team was not very involved in the trip preparation. They didn't provide clear recommendations on what to bring, which caused some inconveniences. It's important for them to improve in this area, providing travelers with more detailed and accurate information to be well-prepared. Honestly, I highly recommend having the guide's phone number before packing so they can give you good advice... In my case, the office staff didn't recommend anything, and I think it could have been much better. ### Cost and Tips The trek is expensive (we paid over 950 USD per person), and tips are not included, which we were not informed of until the day before we started. This was a considerable additional expense (around 370 USD in total). It would be better if this cost were included in the fee or communicated from the beginning. Make sure to pay the staff well! Consider 30 USD per porter per day, plus whatever you want to give the guide. ### Recommendations to Avoid Inconveniences 1. **Physical Condition and Huayna Picchu**: If you're in good physical condition, don't miss the hike up Huayna Picchu. Although it's tough, especially at the end of the trek, the view is spectacular and worth every effort. (This is not recommended by the office staff). 2. **Equipment and Clothing**: Rent trekking poles; they will save your knees. Bring layers of clothing for the cold, especially for sleeping, including thermal clothing, socks, and an inflatable pillow, as the one provided easily deflates. 3. **You won't shower**: Although there are showers, the cold might prevent you from using them. It's better to bring wet wipes and use those to clean yourself. 4. **Bathrooms**: The bathrooms along the trail vary in quality, but the portable bathroom at the campsite is the best. Lower your expectations in this regard. 5. **Technology**: Bring portable batteries because there will be no access to electricity. Also, there is no signal for most of the trail, which can be an opportunity to disconnect. 6. **Packing**: You will need to repack to carry a light 3 kg bag for the trek. We didn't know this, but your large suitcase will stay at the hotel. 7. **Private vs. Group Tour**: We opted for a private tour, and it was worth every penny. If you prefer to go at your own pace, this is the best option, as groups are not always formed based on participants' physical condition. 8. **Arriving in Cusco**: I recommend arriving at least two days before in Cusco to acclimatize and avoid altitude sickness. Also, try to book the same hotel before and after the trek. It makes the return much easier since your large suitcase will stay at the hotel, and you won't have to worry about relocating. 9. Book in advance. 10. Not recommended for people in poor physical condition.

We did the 5 day Inca Trail Trek to Machu Picchu 7/21-7/25/24. It was the both the most challenging yet also the most rewarding experience! We were a private group of 7 - my 2 sisters and I, plus our kids. Paul Cano, our guide, created an amazing Trek for us, and was so knowledgeable and friendly! He was always ready with a fun story or information on the Incas, the forests, the animals, plants, anything we trekked past. Paul handled our different levels of trekking ability well, making sure everyone knew what to expect each day, and that we were all safe and comfortable along the way. He knew just how to encourage everyone to do their best, and we varied in age from 18 all the way to 53. Paul had a great rapport with our fantastic Chef, Mr. Zacarias, and our super human Porters. They worked as a team and made our trekking experience even better. Mr. Zacarias fed us like kings on the mountains in the middle of nowhere! All our meals were fantastic, with multiple courses and different selections every breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Our Porters were so cheerful and friendly, when they would catch up and run past us on the trail they always had a cheerful Hola or Buenos Dias. They would get to each meeting spot ahead of us and be ready with drinks/snacks and high fives when we got there. Thank you for such great trip Paul and Team!! If you are considering any Inca Trail Trek, or even just a day trip (or more) around Cusco you will be happy with Inkayni Peru.

After enjoying our experience with Inkayni on the Inca Trail, my mom and I also signed up for a day tour of Rainbow Mountain and Red Valley. Inkayni had availability the next day for a private tour for us. Our guide Ali was very friendly and knowledgeable in Andean culture. He coached us on several fun poses for memorable pictures with the beautiful scenery. We were still tired from the trail and especially feeling the higher elevation, but the views make it all worth it. Ali was very patient with us needing short breaks every 20 steps or so. Further, Ali confirmed that Inkayni’s claims about working with locals are true, rather than contracting from an office in the US like other tour companies. This was a primary factor in my family choosing Inkayni to begin with, and it was great to hear directly that this appears to be true and employees enjoy working for Inkayni versus some of the more commercialized tour groups.

I cannot imagine a better experience on the Inca Trail than with the Inkayni team, with our tour guide Paul and head chef Mr. Zacarías, and the Olympian-level super chaskis aka porters! The entire team was super accommodating to my family, and always very friendly and helpful. The meals were absolutely delicious and often times incredibly impressive for being away from civilization! Paul offered countless interesting and entertaining stories, knowledge of the flora and fauna, history and culture of the Inca and Peru, and medical advice and strategies such as best techniques to minimize exhaustion on the tougher days of the trail. He also was a great photographer! My family is walking away from this experience with a lifetime of memories, and I highly recommend Inkayni to anyone considering excursions in Peru/Cusco.

What an experience! Our guide Ali Huaman, native Quechua, added value to our trip providing us with a lot of information on history, traditions and nature. From the briefing the day before, to the train tickets, entrance to Machu Picchu and the hotel we stayed. Very organized and on top of things in the case of something unexpected happening. Our enjoyment and experience was the guide's and the agency's priority. Couldn't have asked for a better guide and a better travel agency. Very grateful for this unique experience.