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Cusco's Leading
Local Tour Operator
100% Peruvian owned and operated. We don't just show you Peru; we share it with you through the eyes of those who call it home.
in Cusco
More than a tour company;
a Peruvian experience
Peru and the Cusco Region are among the most popular destinations for travelers to South America; and for good reason. From the stunning Andean highlands to the depths of the Amazon Basin, the country blends ancient cultures, warm people, and world-renowned gastronomy into adventures that create lifelong memories.
Machu Picchu Explorators is a 100% Peruvian owned and operated tour company. We provide incredible experiences for all types of adventurers ; from Machu Picchu and Rainbow Mountain to off-the-beaten-track treks like Salkantay, Lares, and Ausangate.
We customize every tour to meet your individual needs, whether you're an Adventure Seeker, VIP traveler, Family with Children, Retiree, or Backpacker. And through every trek and tour we run, we actively invest in the employment and education of local Andean communities.
Our Mission, Vision & Values
Our Mission
- Provide informative, authentic tours of Machu Picchu and the Cusco Region
- Educate travelers about Incan culture, history, and traditions
- Offer memorable and safe trekking experiences for all fitness levels
- Maintain a 100% locally owned and operated company
- Support local communities by reinvesting directly back into them
- Create social projects that promote responsible and sustainable tourism
Our Vision
- Become the most trusted local tour operator in the Cusco Region
- Lead the industry in sustainable and community-focused tourism
- Expand access to Peru's hidden destinations for all types of traveler
- Build a model that other local operators can follow across Peru
- Preserve Inca heritage sites through responsible visitor management
- Empower the next generation of Andean guides and professionals
Our Values
- Authenticity — genuine local experiences, not packaged tourism
- Community — every tour creates local employment and opportunity
- Sustainability — we protect what makes Peru extraordinary
- Safety — trained guides and high standards on every trek
- Transparency — honest pricing with no hidden fees
- Passion — we love Peru and it shows in everything we do
Local guides.
World-class experience.
Our team is made up of passionate, certified Peruvian guides who were born and raised in the Cusco Region. They know every stone, every story, and every shortcut — and they genuinely love sharing it with you.
Certified & Licensed Guides
All our guides hold official Sernanp and Ministry of Tourism certifications. Bilingual English–Spanish on every tour.
Small Group Sizes
We keep groups small for a more personal, immersive experience — never lost in a crowd of strangers.
Community First
We pay fair wages above industry standard and actively fund local education and community projects in the Cusco Region.
Safety Above All
First-aid trained guides, emergency oxygen, and satellite communication on all high-altitude treks.
Ready for your Peruvian adventure?
Whether it’s the Inca Trail, Salkantay, Machu Picchu or Rainbow Mountain; we’ll make it unforgettable.
