What Quechua Treks does

Quechua Treks is a privately-held, founder-led boutique tour operator headquartered in Lamay, Calca (Sacred Valley, Cusco, Peru) that designs and delivers tailor-made multi-day journeys across Peru and adjacent South American destinations. Founded in 2013 by Mayra Callo — a professional trekking guide who has led high-altitude expeditions in the region since 2003 — the company curates itineraries of 5 to 13 days spanning the classic Inca Trail, Santa Cruz and Waqrapukara treks, Amazon expeditions, Lake Titicaca, Sacred Valley cultural immersions, and adventure activities including rafting, kayaking, mountain biking, via ferrata, and zipline. The company's distinguishing positioning is community-based tourism rooted in its home village of Lamay through the La Base Lamay initiative, combined with a luxury tier (Luxury Inca Trail, premium camping, Amazon cruises) aimed at discerning travelers.

The product is delivered as fully-guided, all-inclusive packages: transportation, accommodation, meals, entrance fees, and bilingual local guides bundled into a single per-trip quote. Service quality is supported by premium third-party equipment (North Face VE25 and Talus 6 tents, Eureka and Mountain Hardwear 4-season tents, Therm-a-Rest inflatable mattresses) and Garmin inReach satellite communication for off-grid safety. The website (quechuatreksperu.com) is a Wix-based marketing and lead-generation property; there is no online booking or payment system, and pricing is quote-based rather than publicly disclosed. The only published price reference is a USD 60 surcharge for Huayna Picchu Mountain entrance. Marketing is exclusively organic: Instagram, Facebook, Vimeo, and a TripAdvisor Featured Attraction listing.

Revenue is generated one-time per booking from individual consumers — solo travelers, couples, families, and luxury or adventure personas — with no B2B or reseller channel. Operations are supported by a lean full-time team of approximately twelve staff (founder/GM, Head of Field Operations, reservations, logistics, sales/customer experience, accounting, warehouse) plus a rotating bench of guides, cooks, and porters. The company is fully owned by Mayra Callo with no external institutional capital, parent company, or subsidiaries.

Name

Quechua Treks

Legal name

Quechua Treks

Website

https://quechuatreksperu.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

2013

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

1–10 employees

Short description

Quechua Treks is a privately-held, founder-led boutique tour operator based in Peru's Sacred Valley that designs and delivers tailor-made multi-day trekking, cultural, and adventure itineraries across Peru, Bolivia, Ecuador, Colombia, and Patagonia for individual travelers, families, and luxury seekers.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Adventure Travel and Tour Operator Services

NAICS

Tour Operators (56152), Tour Operators (561520)

SIC

Services-Miscellaneous Amusement & Recreation (7990)

akta.pro primary industry

Hiking, Trekking & Backpacking Tour Operators (THAAADAA)

akta.pro secondary industries

Eco-Adventure Multi-Day Expeditions (Trekking, Hut-to-Hut, Pack Trips) (THAAAEAJ), Multi-Activity & Expedition Packages (Guided Adventure Trips) (THAJABAL), Rainforest & Jungle Ecotourism Tours (THAAAEAF)

Keywords

• Adventure trekking tours
• Cultural tourism Peru
• Tailor-made travel packages
• Luxury camping expeditions
• Community-based tourism

Headquarters

HQ city

Calca

HQ country

Peru

HQ region

Latin America

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Marketing or Sales, Supply Chain, Technology or R&D

Revenue model

1. Guided Tour Packages: All-inclusive guided tour packages spanning multi-day trekking expeditions, cultural tours, adventure activities, and luxury experiences across Peru and South America. Packages include transportation, accommodation, meals, entrance fees, and bilingual guides.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels1 record

Marketing channels5 records

Core offering

Quechua Treks is a boutique, direct-to-consumer tour operator based in the Sacred Valley of Peru that sells tailor-made multi-day trekking expeditions, cultural tours, adventure activities, and luxury wilderness experiences across Peru and South America. Its packages bundle bilingual guides, transportation, accommodation, meals, entrance fees, and equipment, with options ranging from standard camping to luxury glamping setups. The company emphasizes community-based experiences and direct engagement with local families in Lamay and the Sacred Valley.

Product overview

Quechua Treks is a locally operated travel agency specializing in immersive, tailor-made journeys across Peru and South America. The company offers a portfolio of curated trip packages ranging from 2 to 13 days, including multi-day treks (Inca Trail, Santa Cruz, Waqrapukara, Vitcos), adventure trips (rafting, mountain biking, via ferrata, zipline), cultural experiences (Sacred Valley, Cusco, Lake Titicaca, Amazon), and community-based tourism in Lamay village. Premium add-on services include Luxury Camping (with massage, hot showers, gourmet dining) and standard Premium Camping with quality 4-season tents. The company operates from a base in Lamay, Sacred Valley, Cusco, and partners with local communities and providers for authentic, responsible tourism experiences.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• The Best of Cusco (5D/4N) A 5-day, 4-night tour exploring the Sacred Valley's top highlights, ancient sites, and Machu Picchu, concluding with vibrant culture in Cusco, intended for individual travelers and couples.
• Unveiling Peru's Roots (9D/8N) A 9-day, 8-night journey through Peru featuring Lima gastronomy, Sacred Valley exploration (Pisac, Hacienda Huayoccari, Lamay), Machu Picchu, cycling, Pachamanca feast, and Cusco heritage experiences.
• Treasures of Peru (11D/10N) An 11-day, 10-night comprehensive Peru experience including Paracas wildlife, Ica vineyards, Nazca Lines flight, Sacred Valley, Inca Trail to Machu Picchu, and Amazon exploration from Puerto Maldonado.
• The Beauty of the South (10D/9N) A 10-day, 9-night Peruvian essence tour from Lima cuisine through Cusco's hidden gems to Lake Titicaca's living traditions and high-altitude landscapes.
• The Marvelous South A 10-day offbeat Andean immersion combining Lima gastronomy, Short Inca Trail to Machu Picchu, Cusco city tour, kayaking/SUP at Cuatro Lagunas, and Waqrapukara hidden fortress trek.
• Adventure Family Trip (11D/10N) An 11-day moderate-difficulty multi-activity family adventure spanning Paracas, Ica, Sacred Valley, Short Inca Trail, Amazon, river rafting on the Apurimac River, and Cusco city exploration.
• Alpine Adventure (9D/8N) A 9-day, 8-night Huaraz trekking expedition through Cordillera Blanca valleys with Santa Cruz Lodge base, including Pampacocha Lake SUP, Laguna Hualcacocha hike, Santa Cruz Trek, and Pachamanca dining.
• Amazon & The Inca Trail (13D/12N) A 13-day, 12-night combination of Tambopata Amazon exploration, e-bike to Huallafara village, Sacred Valley via ferrata/zipline, Vitcos Machu Picchu Trail, and classic Inca Trail.
• Luxury Inca Trail (5D/4N) A 5-day, 4-night luxury trek along the classic Inca Trail with premium campsites featuring North Face Talus 6 tents, comfortable beds, down pillows/blankets, hot showers, massage sessions, fine wine, and gourmet Peruvian cuisine.
• Lamay Community Experience Community-based tourism experiences in Lamay village including Community Day with agricultural activities and weaving, Village Experience (church, guinea pig breeding, chicha brewery, bread oven), Farm & Food with Huallafara community, and Huayllafara community hike.
• Luxury Experiences Premium trip portfolio featuring Luxury Inca Trail, Amazon luxury cruises, and high-end lodge-based experiences for discerning travelers seeking distinctive accommodations and remote destinations.

Quantifiable outcome

• Positive environmental impact through community-based tourism supporting reforestation and conservation
• +1 more outcomes

Named customers2 records

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles4 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature2 records

Partnerships

Four partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• La Base LamaycoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerCommunity-based tourism initiative located in Lamay village. Quechua Treks has its base in Lamay and works with La Base Lamay to offer authentic community experiences including agricultural activities, weaving demonstrations, cooking classes, and village tours. This partnership enables Quechua Treks to provide genuine local cultural immersion while supporting the sustainable development of the community.
• Del Campo (Mercado)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerLocal catering partner providing fresh, locally-sourced ingredients for trekking expeditions. Quechua Treks collaborates with Del Campo for picnic lunches and trail meals, supporting the local economy and ensuring quality food for travelers.
• 1ftp (Fair Trade Peru)minorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorFair Trade Peru association member. Quechua Treks is listed as a member business, indicating adherence to fair trade principles in tourism operations.
• APTAE (Association of Tourism Professionals)minorStrategic or Co-development PartnerProfessional tourism association in Peru. Quechua Treks maintains membership, indicating professional standards and industry participation.

Scale indicators3 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Broad incumbents

• Wildland Trekking: US-based adventure trekking company with multi-country South America offerings including Peru. Comparable on guided trekking and adventure travel category, though primarily US-targeted.
• Intrepid Travel: Major global adventure operator with deep Peru and South America presence across trekking and cultural tours. Comparable category and customer, though at greater scale and lower customization.
• G Adventures: Global adventure tour operator with extensive Peru and South America small-group trekking/cultural itineraries. Larger scale and broader portfolio but overlapping customer and category.

Direct peers

• Adventure Life: Boutique adventure tour operator with strong Peru and South America catalog, tailor-made itineraries, and small-group cultural/trekking focus that closely mirrors Quechua Treks' positioning.
• SAS Travel Peru: Established Cusco-based tour operator offering guided trekking, Machu Picchu, and South America packages with similar tailor-made service model and target customers.
• Alpaca Expeditions: Peru-based boutique trekking operator specializing in Inca Trail and alternative treks with luxury camping add-ons. Highly comparable on geography, target customer (mid-to-premium adventure travelers), and service mix.
• Apus Peru Adventures: Peru-focused adventure and trekking operator with custom itineraries, multi-day treks, and cultural experiences — directly competing for the same boutique traveler in the Cusco/Sacred Valley corridor.
• Llama Path: Peru-based trekking and cultural tour operator with direct comparison on Inca Trail/Sacred Valley offerings, mid-to-premium pricing, and DTC distribution model.
• Aracari Travel: Peru-based luxury bespoke travel specialist with custom itineraries, premium accommodations, and high-touch service — directly comparable on luxury tail and tailor-made positioning.

Regional players

• Condor Travel: Long-established Peru DMC offering tailor-made itineraries, trekking, and cultural experiences with similar premium service orientation across Peru and broader South America.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• YouTubevimeo.com/user66005398
• Facebookfacebook.com/quechuatreks
• Instagraminstagram.com/quechuatreksperu
• Xx.com/QuechuaTreksPE
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/quechua-treks-peru

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles7 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

Funding detail is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

M&A

Investments

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