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WHY YOU HAVE TO VISIT LARES TREK
A trek through the spectacular scenery of the Lares Valley is ideal for trekkers who want to venture off the weathered tourist path and explore a part of southern Peru that has changed very little over the past five centuries. This remote and rarely visited region offers the trekker an insight into the daily lives of the Andean farmer, dressed in their traditional brightly colored ponchos. In the small traditional Andean village of Patacancha thatched stone houses are surrounded by herds of llamas and alpacas - this being the region’s main income generating activity - while inside the dwellings you are likely to see guinea pigs running loose.
The Lares Hot Springs, departing point for this trek and where you will spend your first night, are a wonderful introduction to the luxuries that nature has provided this mountainous region. A series of well maintained pools vary from piping hot to pleasantly warm are frequented by locals and foreigners alike. The venue is relatively new and a fantastic addition to the already splendidly scenic area.
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The Lares trek was very nice. We liked every part of it. We had a very good guide, a good cook and a good tent (even after the hail storm).
Sarah and Bart, Oostende, Belgium
When I set my itinerary for travel in Peru I had a very clear vision of exactly what kind of trip I wanted: an active adventure immersed in nature and culture. With this vision driving my actions and 24 hours before I flew to my South American destination- I emailed Peru for Less with a slightly frantic message- "Please help me plan my entire 2 week trip to Peru within the next hour and a half. Thanks." Within minutes I had a reply from Rylee, a salesgirl from Peru for Less. She quickly became my little guardian travel angel, reading my mind and sending itineraries tailored to my exact desires. She went well beyond the call of duty, answering all my questions and even taking her computer home with her so she could work after hours to answer any more of my questions and finalize my last minute itinerary.
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THE LARES TREK ADVENTURE
A path less traveled, the Lares Trek is one of scenic extremes and fascinating insight into the lives of typical Andean life. This 3 day journey begins in the delightful thermal springs of Lares, and proceeds on through ever higher and stark mountain landscape of rocky terrain featuring countless lagoons that reflect brilliant azure skies in their glassy surface. This land is not without mystic, as your accompanying bilingual guide will no doubt share with you. Here, mountain peaks and glacier-fed lakes are ancient spirits to be revered, and the shadow of a soaring condor is heralded as a blessing of your voyage.
A night’s stay in the tiny village of Patacancha is a humbling highpoint for many who embark on the Lares Trek. This town that time has almost forgotten is living evidence of a culture born from the extremes of altiplano reality and therefore transports travelers into the way of life for many Andean communities.
A breath-taking journey through this stunning landscape is made easy with Peru For Less. We are proud to offer everything you need to build magical memories that will last forever.
LARES TREK FACTS
* The Condor Pass, locally named Ipsayjasa, is an astounding 14,107 ft (4300 m) above sea level and is crossed on the second day of the Lares Trek.
* The Lares Trek is the most scenic and varied alternative to the Inca Trail.
* Villagers from Huacawasi produce some of the finest weavings in Peru and maintain techniques that have been used for centuries.
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