Patabamba Community Full Day

The community of Patabamba is tucked high up in the mountains overlooking the Sacred Valley and the town of Pisac. With stunning views of the valley floor and the mountains that shoot up sheer on their side, Patabamba could be the perch of condors. Multiple ruins are scattered around this small community, and even higher above are glistening mountain lakes where locals pasture their flocks of sheep, alpacas, and llamas and occasionally fish for trout. The weaving tradition of Patabamba almost disappeared as just a handful of elders knew how to weave. Since partnering with the CTTC in 2001, the women of Patabamba have embraced their weaving tradition and are learning from their elders the designs, techniques, and styles that were almost lost. Today, approximately 40 to 50 adult weavers and 20 children are members of the Patabamba weaving association.

We take small groups – why?
The principal reason to take small groups to Patabamba is to provide personalized service. In a small group, it is easy to keep walking together and enjoy the nature of the hike. There is a possibility to make friends and share experiences, interacting more closely with each other. Whereas, in larger groups (from 10–16 people), it tends to split into factions. Moreover, in larger groups there tends to be a sizeable difference—often over one hour in a section of the trail—between the fastest and slowest member, which makes it more difficult for the guides, cooks, and porters to perform their effective labors. In small groups, people are more likely to arrive at roughly the same time to hear the guide’s explanations. Also, our porters are given the same food as the tourists. In larger groups, agencies often provide inferior food for the porters. Small groups require less space in campsites, and this enables the guide to select better locations. In small groups, the guide, cook, and porters have a more intimate relationship with the tourists and are better able to meet individual needs and attend to environmental issues such as waste disposal and contamination, as the group will be together more of the time. Because of these reasons, in our standard service we take small groups. Only in a group of friends or delegations do we manage larger groups. So choose a small group.

What are the benefits of doing a private tour?
One of the main reasons why the private option is sought after is because you do not need to worry about which dates we have departures set for, or if our departures have enough space. Your only concern is whether. In addition to the convenience and flexibility in booking, the private option provides a more personal trip experience for your group. We will pick you up and drop you off at your hotel. The guide will focus all of his energy and attention on your group. You can also be more specific about the foods that you would like to be served during the trek. It is a truly wonderful experience to go on such an amazing journey with only your friends and loved ones. Ask at South Adventure Peru Tours how you can arrange your own private tour.

Departure: Any day during the year
Departure time: 8:30 am
Duration: 9 Hours
Recommended for: Families, Adults, Young people
Minimum number: 2 Passengers
Languages: English, Spanish, and local language (Quechua)
Difficulty: Easy (soft walking distance)
Season to travel: April, May, June, July, August, September, October, December