About Erikia Trek

Who We Are: Born in the Heart of the Andes

We are Erikia Travel, a travel and tourism agency based in the historic city of Cusco, Peru, founded with a single purpose: to connect the modern traveler with the magic, cultural depth, and breathtaking natural beauty that the Andes and the Amazon have to offer. We are not simply an agency; we are a team of passionate locals who lives and breathes every route, every mountain, and every ruin we feature in our catalog.

Our story begins with a shared dream: to prove that real tourism is not about filling destination checklists, but about creating experiences that transform the traveler’s perspective. Since our founding, we have served thousands of travelers from more than 40 countries, offering them not just a tour, but an authentic window into the Andean worldview, the history of the Inca Empire, and the unique ecosystems of southern Peru.

Our Mission

Our mission is to offer unique, responsible, and transformative travel experiences in Cusco and its surroundings, guaranteeing in every service the highest standards of quality, safety, and personalized attention. We firmly believe that every traveler is unique, which is why we design each itinerary with the same care and dedication that a Cusco artisan weaves an Andean textile: thread by thread, detail by detail.

Our Vision

We aspire to be the reference agency for experiential and adventure tourism in southern Peru, recognized both nationally and internationally for our operational excellence, our deep respect for the cultural and historical heritage of the region, and our commitment to sustainable tourism that directly benefits local communities.

Why Choose Us?

In a saturated market of options, we differentiate ourselves through several fundamental pillars:

1. Certified and Passionate Guides

All our guides are professionals certified by the Ministry of Foreign Trade and Tourism of Peru (MINCETUR) and the College of Tourism Graduates. They are born and raised in Cusco or its surroundings, which gives them a deep, living, and authentic knowledge of every archaeological site, every trail, and every legend they share with our passengers. They do not recite scripts: they narrate their own cultural heritage.

2. Safety as an Absolute Priority

The safety of our passengers is non-negotiable. Our entire vehicle fleet has current SOAT insurance, up-to-date technical inspections, and real-time GPS. Our guides are certified in mountain first aid, and every high-altitude tour includes an emergency kit and medicinal oxygen tank to prevent and immediately treat altitude sickness (soroche).

3. Small Groups for a Superior Experience

Unlike mass tourism companies, at Erikia Travel we work with small-sized groups. This ensures that every passenger receives personalized attention, can ask questions at any time, and enjoys archaeological sites without the crowds that affect the experience.

4. Authentic Experiences with Community Impact

We are firm believers in community-based and sustainable tourism. Many of our tours include visits to Quechua farming communities where our passengers can participate in weaving workshops, preparation of traditional food, and earth-offering rituals (Pachamama). By traveling with us, you contribute directly to the economy of these families and to the preservation of their ancient culture.

5. Transparency and Pre- and Post-Trip Support

From the first contact to the day after your tour, we are with you. Our customer service team is available across multiple channels (WhatsApp, email, phone) to answer all your questions about acclimatization, what to pack, how to get around Cusco, and much more. We provide detailed quotes with no hidden costs and full transparency.

Our Team

Erikia Travel is made up of a multidisciplinary team of tour guides, logistics specialists, experience designers, and passionate trekkers and Andean archaeologists. Every team member shares the same philosophy: the traveler deserves the best, and we work every day to exceed their expectations. We are proud to have a team where most members have personally completed every route we offer, allowing us to give truly honest and practical recommendations.

Our Sustainability Commitments

At Erikia Travel we are actively committed to reducing the environmental impact of our operations. We implement zero-waste policies on all our treks (guides instruct passengers on leaving no waste in nature), we work exclusively with local food and accommodation providers to reduce our carbon footprint, and we annually contribute to trail cleanups in the most visited areas in coordination with the Ministry of Culture.

Join the Erikia Family

Every traveler who walks through our door becomes part of our family. We invite you to explore our tour catalog, to contact us with any questions, and to live an experience that, we are sure, you will remember forever. Cusco awaits you, and we are here to take you there in the best way possible.

Erikia Travel — Live the Andes. Connect with its soul.