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Amazing Trek to Machu Pichu!!!
November 17, 2021  By Claire 

We originally wanted to trek the 4-day Classic Inka Trail but when we missed out on permits for 2 years running, we decided to look at other options. We decided to combine the 3 day Lares trek with the 2 days 104 km trek to Machu […]

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Amazing Journey through the Andes
November 17, 2021  By Claire 

We had the most amazing time, our guide met us at the airport, showed us around Cusco, and helped us even before our trip got fully underway. Once we were on the trail things were, if anything, even better. It was the most amazing trip, and […]

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Awe-inspiring Adventure
November 17, 2021  By Claire 

I cannot say enough good things about Amazonas Explorer and our passionate tour guide, Cristo, the diligent porters, and all the people working in the background on the Amazonas Explorer team. My husband and I did the 5-day Machu Pichu hike this past September. AE is […]

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Hiring them was the best decision we’ve ever made
November 17, 2021  By Claire 

We normally prefer traveling independent of any guides/tours, but with the current Covid restrictions and things changing so quickly we figured it was best to hire a tour company. This was the best decision we could make. Amazonas Explorers helped us create a custom itinerary perfect […]

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Exceeded All Expectations- Trip of a Lifetime
November 17, 2021  By Claire 

I had been waiting to take this trip into the mountains of Peru to explore little-visited Incan ruins for years, I took my teenage daughters with me, and we were ready and hoping for the trip of a lifetime, and Amazonas Explorer not only gave us […]

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Herding the 13 cats.
May 28, 2020  By Mark Smith 

Before any more time passes, I want to tell you all how much we appreciated all of your help in making our trip to Peru truly memorable. From our airport pick-up and initial Cusco orientation by Chino to our final transfer with Daniel, every anxiety we […]

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Best time of my life
May 28, 2020  By Mark Smith 

I cannot put into words what this trip means to me: One of the best times of my life. One I will relish forever. The food on the trail was fantastic and I cannot believe the quality and diversity of the cuisine. The guides were wonderful, […]

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We appreciate your hard work in making these itineraries run smoothly
October 16, 2019  By Mark Smith 

Hi Carol and Paul, I debriefed with our client yesterday and he absolutely RAVED about how incredible the guides, porters, itinerary, and general organization of Amazonas was. Please pass on to your entire team how much we appreciate your hard work in making these itineraries run […]

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What a wonderful guide Ruben has been already
August 12, 2019  By Mark Smith 

I just wanted to drop you a quick note and tell you what a wonderful guide Ruben has been already. His stories, attention to detail, and love for the land and his people are powerful.  Just as important is his pride in your organization; how you […]

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Cristo was fantastic
July 15, 2019  By Mark Smith 

Cristo was fantastic. Extremely knowledgeable, patient and helpful, and good at managing a very large group. He is passionate about sharing his Peruvian culture and we learned a lot from him. Eduardo was also excellent. The highlight was the Inca Trail. Stand-up paddleboarding was a blast […]

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Amazonas excelled at every level
July 15, 2019  By Mark Smith 

We were greeted warmly by Kiki and Remy impressed us with his driving right away. We loved all 3 hotels, they were so nice and each hotel’s staff was so helpful, and all had excellent showers. The hotels all had great food but the real food […]

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Thanks so much for taking such good care of them
May 21, 2019  By Mark Smith 

I just wanted to take a moment to say I have just spoken with Mrs. C about their Peru trip and one of the things she raved about most was all the Amazonas guides they had, she said they were all absolutely brilliant, really switched on […]

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Awesome experience of completing a trek I’ve wanted to do for a long time
April 29, 2019  By Mark Smith 

Carlos was awesome, very helpful, knowledgeable, informative, friendly, good company. He was thoughtful about our needs and when feeling some illness he had helpful suggestions and was very professional. We felt well taken care of and highly recommend him as a guide. Pedro was an incredible […]

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Had a superb time due to organisation and guides
April 29, 2019  By Mark Smith 

Our guide was a very knowledgeable, warm, charismatic individual whose company we enjoyed. The highlight was the Inca Trail, especially when we had it to ourselves. We had a superb time due to the organization and guides Check out Jo and Hugh’s adventure, the incredible 5-day […]

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A wonderful life experience, I will remember it for always
April 29, 2019  By Mark Smith 

Our guide Juan Carlos Salazar is a wonderful man. We connected well, he was very polite, personable, extremely helpful, and attentive to our needs. Pedro the chef was fantastic and the other meals were all tasty and healthy. All equipment was in good shape and well […]

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It was a spectacular day, possibly our best.
November 12, 2018  By Mark Smith 

All the excursions that Amazonas organized were very good. We enjoyed the Kayaking despite the weather not being great that day. It was incredibly well organized and the guide who did that with us was fantastic. they cooked an excellent lunch cooked by the lake which […]

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I thoroughly enjoyed Jose as a guide.
October 8, 2018  By Mark Smith 

I was on the recent Lares trail hike tour to Machu Picchu with Jose as a guide. This is about my 10th similar tour over 20 years in 6 countries, so I’ve seen a lot of guides. I thoroughly enjoyed Jose as a guide. He kept […]

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I really appreciate the quality of the food
October 8, 2018  By Mark Smith 

I recently took this trip to Peru just wanted to pass on my thanks to all the tour guides who looked after us, in particular the tour leader Jose and Omar. They were friendly, informative, and helpful from start to finish and never let our morale […]

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I could not have asked for a better guide.
May 11, 2018  By Mark Smith 

Everything was well organized and friendly, the staff very friendly, competent and helpful. I could not have asked for a better guide. Friendly, fun, well-educated, well-spoken, fun to be around. The highlights were good friends- appreciating nature and beautiful country and the prepared tents with sleeping […]

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The camping and trekking was above expectation. Efrain was exceptional.
May 11, 2018  By Mark Smith 

It was a busy trip but there was a lot to see and experience so one expects to try and fit in as much as possible. It was very well organized and well run, the staff were pleasant and very helpful. The camping and trekking were […]

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Fisher was amazing from start to finish.
May 11, 2018  By Mark Smith 

Porters were friendly and extremely hard working. We loved them. Pedro our cook was just amazing ( could not have been better). The camping was above and beyond! The entire crew delivered perfect service. Fisher was amazing from start to finish, knowledgeable, professional, fun, and motivated. […]

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We were able to avoid other tourists on visiting all the sites at non-peak times.
May 11, 2018  By Mark Smith 

We would never have been able to organize this trip without a guide. Everything went smoothly and we had a great time. Everyone was very nice and worked very hard. The food was all very good but there was more than we needed. Everyone on the […]

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Astounded by the varied menu and what the cook produced.
May 11, 2018  By Mark Smith 

I was astounded by the varied menu and what the cook produced. The personnel was all friendly, polite, and very good at their jobs. Our guide was knowledgeable, friendly with a sense of humor, and professional at all times. He instilled confidence. Choquequirao was a little […]

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I felt very safe. Our guide was very patient and encouraging on the Inca Trail.
May 11, 2018  By Mark Smith 

Jimmie was our guide. I felt he was very knowledgeable and especially appreciated his expertise in negotiating the river and rapids. I felt very safe. He was very patient and encouraging on the Inca Trail. He left me with an appreciation for the Peruvian culture and […]

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Impeccably organised trip, ethical company, and great service
May 10, 2018  By Mark Smith 

We did the Inca Trail with Amazonas Explorer. The impeccably organized trip, ethical company, and great service from a lovely team of support staff. Feedback from others in the trek group who had also done rafting and biking was good too. It was a pleasure to […]

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This trip turned out to be a wonderful life-long memory
May 10, 2018  By Mark Smith 

I recently spent five days with Amazonas Explorer in Peru, doing a three-day trek in the Lares Valley, then hiking the Inca Trail from Km 104 up to Machu Picchu’s Sun Gate and having a guided tour of the lost city the next day. Our guide […]

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If you are doing Choquequirao, do it with Amazonas Explorer.
May 10, 2018  By Mark Smith 

Tough going but worth it if you can handle it and are happy to do some preparation. Especially as not many people do it so it’s much quieter. These guys picked us up at the airport, gave us a quick tour around the main parts of […]

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Can not recommend the company enough
May 10, 2018  By Mark Smith 

I am so happy with our choice to go ahead with Amazonas Explorer. The trip was well planned, well run and our guide Edvard was very knowledgeable. The food provided over the course of the trek was excellent. The quality of the camping equipment and facilities […]

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I cannot praise the arrangements too highly
September 7, 2017  By Mark Smith 

We had a most wonderful holiday and I cannot praise the arrangements too highly. The attention to detail was fantastic and everything went like clockwork. The itinerary provided a varied mix of culture and trekking, absolutely to our tastes and just what we were hoping for. […]

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You and your staff could not have done a better job.
July 31, 2017  By Mark Smith 

Dear Matt and Carol: I write to thank you and tell you what an amazing trip we had in Peru with Amazonas Explorer a couple of weeks ago.  You and your staff could not have done a better job.  As you may recall, we had two […]

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The trek was incredible. Loved every minute of it.
June 16, 2017  By Mark Smith 

Hi Matt, The trek was incredible. The organization was first class and the guides, chefs, and horsemen all did a fantastic job. Loved every minute of it. Check out Arthur’s adventure, our trek from Choquequirao to Machu Picchu, here.

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I had an absolutely amazing time. Juan Carlos and Eduardo were superb guides
June 12, 2017  By Mark Smith 

Hi Mark, I just wanted to say a huge thank you for arranging the Choquequirao trek for me. I had an absolutely amazing time. Juan Carlos and Eduardo were superb guides and kept us safe and humored throughout. The group was also great to trek with […]

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want to let you know how impressed we were with the organization
June 8, 2017  By Mark Smith 

Carol, Now that we’ve returned, I wanted to let you know again just how much we enjoyed it.  I particularly want to let you know how impressed we were with the organization (including the timing of the first-day start and the arrival at Machu Picchu which […]

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Your level of professionalism, support of your guides and porters and responsible tourism are second to none
May 12, 2017  By Mark Smith 

Once again we have had a superb adventure with Amazonas. As you know, we work all over the world, and it is fair to say that your level of professionalism, support of your guides and porters, and responsible tourism are second to none, you are our […]

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” Just Brilliant”
April 21, 2017  By Mark Smith 

Jimmy was Professional and very Informed, Local knowledge and tour guide info were Exceptional He is Passionate about his Country and People. He administered Oxygen To Carol and kept an eye on her when suffering from Altitude Sickness, he also Phoned a Doctor in Cusco several […]

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It was fabulous. Perfect for New Year’s eve- very festive and special
January 4, 2017  By Mark Smith 

Oh my goodness, Matt- it was fabulous. Perfect for New Year’s eve- very festive and special. Really, truly, this trip was one of our best travel experiences. Everything was perfectly planned and timed, Jimmy was great, and I didn’t have to do any leg work! (except […]

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We would rate your service as excellent
December 7, 2016  By Mark Smith 

The scope of the service it’s as complete as it can be. You joined us from the very beginning of the activity (the previous day chat) until the check-in in the last hotel. It’s helpful but not oppressing. The activity itself is unforgettable. Well balanced, not […]

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How do we begin to thank you for the truly amazing experience you planned for us?
December 1, 2016  By Mark Smith 

How do we begin to thank you for the truly amazing experience you planned for us? With three weeks in Peru and only the barest outline of where we wanted to go and what we like to do, you filled in the blanks and gave us […]

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I am so impressed with Amazonas Explorers…..they were 100% reliable, friendly, well equipped and well organized.
September 27, 2016  By Mark Smith 

Well we are back from Peru.   We had a fantastic trip! I am so impressed with Amazonas Explorers. They were 100% reliable, friendly, well equipped, and well organized. Our guide Jimmy was so great. We did have him (and a cook, driver and other helpers) to […]

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Willow is an exceptional guide
September 26, 2016  By Mark Smith 

I recently returned from trekking the Lares Valley. Willow is an exceptional guide and a thoroughly nice individual. His knowledge of both the Peruvian culture and history is infectious. He went out of his way to take time with all members of the group constantly checking how […]

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The whole experience certainly lived up to our expectations.
September 26, 2016  By Mark Smith 

We both successfully managed the Inca trek, culminating with a return visit to Machu Picchu on Day 5. The whole experience certainly lived up to our expectations. We had both done some training beforehand and we were glad we did because the trek is in parts […]

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Amazonas Explorer is a first class adventure company.
September 5, 2016  By Mark Smith 

We did the Ultimate Inca Trail Adventure. Amazonas Explorer is a first-class adventure company. Their execution of the trip was flawless. Communication, guides, porters, transports, food, hotels, luggage, permits, tickets, knowledge, and history are excellent on all counts. I would recommend this company without any hesitation […]

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We will never forget this experience and are grateful for Amazonas Explorer for everything.
September 5, 2016  By Mark Smith 

Having read the book Turn Right at Machu Picchu, I looked up Amazonas Explorer out of curiosity. Four months later, my 11-year-old daughter and I experienced the 8 day Family Adventure Peru which included all transfers and daily excursions in the Sacred Valley and Cusco area. […]

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We are still remembering sites, telling friends, and showing our beautiful pictures to family and friends
July 7, 2016  By Mark Smith 

We’ve been home a month now after our family’s fantastic trip with Amazonas Explorers. We are still remembering sites, telling friends, and showing our beautiful pictures to family and friends. My daughter dreamed up this trip to Machu Picchu after a cultural presentation on Peru in […]

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5 day Inca Trail feedback for Amazonas Explorer
June 10, 2016  By Mark Smith 

We cannot speak highly enough of our experience on the Inca Trail, the Wayki’s and our guide Chino were amazing, helpful, happy, fun and so knowledgeable, they made the trip absolutely perfect. Chino is a real asset to your company, he could not have done any […]

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I want to go back and will use Amazonas Explorer again
September 5, 2016  By Mark Smith 

Our group of three empty-nester couples had an amazing one-week trip to Machu Picchu and the Andes thanks to a personalized itinerary that squeezed as many highlights as possible. Our guide, Jose, was professional and well-versed. It was great to have the trip details and transportation […]

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Richard and Wendy Boldock
December 2, 2015  By Mark Smith 

Hi Carol, I just wanted to provide some feedback from our trek. It was amazing! The whole team were incredible, from Percy the driver, all the porters, the cooks and especially Jimmy. It was a magical experience and most of the time we felt we had the […]

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Mrs Desphande
November 9, 2015  By Mark Smith 

It was one of the most wonderful travel trip we both had. Trek was bit trying but it was worth the effort. Beautiful scenery and wilderness was amazing on the way. All the arrangements you have done was excellent: good hotels, friendly guides and tasty food […]

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Geanine Ballard
October 12, 2015  By Mark Smith 

It has taken us a few weeks to recover from the awesome trip that we took September 18th – 27th with your wonderful trekking company! While it is but a memory now, we wanted you to know just how special this trip was for all of […]

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Thank you from the bottom of our hearts for organising the trip of a lifetime for us
January 18, 2015  By Mark Smith 

We all want to thank you from the bottom of our hearts for organizing the trip of a lifetime for us.  Every single aspect of the holiday was immaculately organized, from the initial planning on your behalf, the expert advice given to tailor the trip to […]

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David Hammer
January 18, 2015  By Mark Smith 

We had a wonderful trip hiking to Machu Picchu in December, and want to tell you what a fantastic job Willow Torres did for us.  He was informative, helpful, entertaining, and professional and made the hike successful.  He even did well as a doctor.  If we […]

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Miranda Plunkett
January 18, 2015  By Mark Smith 

Apologies for the tardy response to the fabulous trip you arranged for me and Oliver. We both had a great time and I cannot thank you enough for the superb organization involved. Thank you also for the lunch and change in plans that were made so […]

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Hugh Hampsey
January 18, 2015  By Mark Smith 

I was recently on your 5 day Inca trail and just wanted to say that our guide Edward (I think that’s the spelling) was very good. He was very friendly and helpful throughout the trip and I found the trek much easier having him about. I. […]

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Gary Minden
January 18, 2015  By Mark Smith 

I want to take this time to thank you and all of your staff for making our trip to Peru so enjoyable. Your professional and courteous staff were always on time and well informed as to our schedule & our needs. Their attention to cleanliness & […]

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Carmen Palomo
January 18, 2015  By Mark Smith 

I just wanted to congratulate you on a wonderful trekking expedition you put together but mostly on the people you employed. They were just amazing. Chino (Ruben) was the best at the beginning of the trip. He was so enthusiastic and proud of his heritage that […]

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