Lares Trek

The Lares trek can be completed all year round, however, during the rainy season of January and February we recommend avoiding this adventure.

Cusco is situated at high elevation (3,350m). To properly acclimatise we recommend that all guests arrive in Cusco at least 48 hours before their trip start date. Our local operator runs a pre-departure briefing in their Cusco offices the evening before trip departure. It is important you attend this.

You will need to be in good health and relatively fit for this adventure. We recommend doing 4-6 weeks aerobic gym / hiking training before embarking on this adventure.

Peru uses Nuevo Sol (S), which has traded at 2.50 to 3.50 Sol for $1US dollar for several years, although you should keep an eye on current events.

Carrying cash, an ATM card or traveler's checks, as well as a credit card that can be used for cash withdrawals in case of emergency, is advisable.

When receiving local currency, always ask for small bills, as 100 Sol bills are hard to change in small towns or for small purchases. Carry as much spare change as possible, especially in small towns.

Public bathrooms often charge a small fee for use, and getting change for paper money can be challenging.

The best places to exchange money usually are "Casas de Cambio" (foreign exchange bureaus), which are fast, have longer hours, and often give slightly better rates than banks.

Many places accept US dollars. It is best not to change money on the street as counterfeits are a problem.

Of course! And without any additional cost! When you make your reservation, please inform us of any dietary needs or requirements, including allergies!

Vegetarian foods will not include any meats, chicken, or fish. But we will assume that eggs and cheese or other lactose products are OK.

Most of our main meals are buffet-style, leaving you the option to avoid anything undesirable to you.

If there are any food items that you can not stomach, perhaps onions, tomatoes, mushrooms, etc., upon your request, we will ask our chef to leave them out or separate this item.

We can also cater for lactose-intolerant or gluten-intolerant diets.

We can not accept individuals with severe allergic or life-threatening reactions.

Group size is limited to 12 people.

Yes, if you would like a private trek just contact us and we can arrange this. There may be a single supplement charge.

Yes, the minimum age to join this adventure is 18. Children over the age of 10 can join this adventure but will need to be accompanied by a parent / legal guardian.

Tipping is discretionary. But as a rough guideline you should budget 10% of your trek cost. Tips should be given to the guide at the end of the trek and can be given in US$ or Peruvian Sols. Your guide will distribute tips fairly to porters and the cook.

Should you need to cancel the following terms apply.

• Less than 4 weeks from departure: No refund
• Between 4-8 weeks from departure: 100% refund less full deposit
• More than 8 weeks before departure: 100% refund less 3% refund transaction fee.

Cancellation fees are set our in our Terms and Conditions. You may be able to reclaim refund charges if your reason for cancellation is covered by your travel insurance policy.