Reviews

  My wife and I joined some family in September 2019 to hike the Lares trail for 2 days. The journey to 16k' was incredible! The Andes make the Rocky Mountains... read more seem like childs play. We then hiked part of the Inca, into Machu Picchu. Our...More

  Kusa Treks made my Peruvian dream come true. I originally wanted to do the traditional Inca Trail but when I tried to book they were completely booked and suggested the... read more Salkantay Trek. The Salkantay 5 day Trek to Machu Picchu was an unforgetable experience! I...More

  We TOTALLY LOVED this trip! We are usually pretty independent travelers but loved having everything arranged. The accommodations were great, guides were beyond awesome and knowledgeable. We... read more loved Aldo who was our guide to Machu Picchu.

  Ever since I was little, I wanted to travel to Peru to visit Machu Picchu. I always knew I wanted to hike to Machu Picchu. While planning our trip that... read more happened this past September, I compared different tour groups to see which one would best...More

  Just returned from a trip to Peru, arranged by KUSA and it was awesome! 2-day hike leaving Cusco, with trip to Machu Picchu on third day, train to Puno... read more on 4th and all-day excursion on Lake Titicaca the 5th. They helped up plan, facilitated the bookings and executed on deliverables exceeding well. Carlo was our climbing guide and was a great match for us. Looking back, I don't think we could have pulled this off on our own. Well done KUSA!

  I recently returned from Peru where my brother and I hiked the Inca Trail to Machu Picchu with Kusa Treks. Aldo, our guide was wonderful, and we learned so much... read more about the history of the Incas and Machu Picchu. Aldo is such a wonderful, caring person and so knowledgeable about the Inca sites along the trail as well as the flora and fauna. Although the trek was tough, going up and down the many steps on the trail, it was well worth it when we reached the top of Dead Woman's Pass and also the Sun Gate above Machu Picchu. All along the trail Aldo encouraged us and kept us going until we hit the campsite for lunch each day and the campsite each night. Everyone from Kusa Treks was amazing. The porters carried all the equipment including the food that our chef turned into wonderful meals. Everything we needed was provided. It was a trip of a lifetime and one which Kusa Treks definately enhanced. I would recommend Kusa Treks for any of there treks in Peru. More

  Our 5 day trek through the Salkantay Pass to Machu Picchu was absolutely amazing. Our guide Juan Pablo, the staff, and of course our trail dog, Scotty, were so wonderful.... read more The views were awesome, the food was amazing, and every detail was accounted for. We wish we could do it again! We couldn’t have been any happier, we loved every minute.

  The guys from Kusa trek where amazing. We did the Sacred Valley (1 day trip) and the 2 day Machu Picchu trek with them. Everything was well organized and fairly... read more priced.
Both our guys, Henri for the Sacred Valley and Felipe for the Machu Picchu trail where amazing. They both are locals from the Cuzco region and they were able to transmit the love and passion they have for their country to the group. They teach us a lot about the history of the sites and also about the Andean religion and customs. Overall it was an incredible experience and the people from Kusa Trek where a bit part of that. More

  Kusa Treks arranged a custom itinerary for us that allowed us to do a 4 day trek to and from Choqeuquirao, linked with day trips to both Machu Picchu and... read more Rainbow Mountain. Our group had the time of our lives and got to see some really remote spots. The guides knew their stuff and helped us find the best sites. The support staff was incredible, with some of the best cooking I've ever had while on a camping trek and the most courteous horsemen. The drivers got us quickly and safely where we needed to be through Peruvian roads and traffic! The booking process itself was easy and everyone was available to answer questions. I would definitely recommend Kusa Treks for your Peru adventures. We went with a group of five and they were able to work with us to make a trip that seemed custom tailored to exactly what our group wanted to do!

  The trip was just amazing. Everything was organized perfectly. First day we did the whole day trekking and in the evening we arrived to Machu Picchu. We spent night in... read more Aguas Calientes and on the second day we were discovering Machu Picchu. Our tour guide Carlos was awesome. He knows a lot about the Machu Picchu's history so the trip was even more incredible. Also he was very helpful during the trekking time and gave us useful advises. Great thing was also food. I am vegetarian and I had the most delicious lunch I can imagine. I definitely recommend Kusa Treks and I think I will come back to make 4 days trekking to Machu Picchu with them. More

  Our 4 day hike on the Inca trail was absolutely incredible and we attribute that to Kusa Treks. The food was gourmet and delicious. The porters (amazing men who carried... read more all of our things and set up our tents, etc) were super heroes. Our guide, Aldo, was the most kind, caring, supportive, and knowledgable leader we could have asked for. There were parts of the trail that were challenging and sometimes scary (dead woman's pass and walking down steep, sometimes slippery stairs) but these challenges were met with patience and encouragement by the team. We never felt rushed or like we were going too slow, which made the trip more enjoyable. Though the trail itself was challenging, every moment was worth it!

We also took part in the Cusco city tour and the Maras and Moray tours and had an amazing time touring Cusco with Kusa Treks by our side.

We have no regrets about booking with Kusa Treks and would do it all over again in a heartbeat.

  I had the most terrific time on my short Inca trail trek with Kusa Treks. Our guide Edwar was so knowledgeable and shared great stories of the Incas, pre-Incas, and... read more the Cusco area. He also had jokes which I appreciated. During my excursion, I sprained my ankle and Edwar was right there with a wrap to stabilize it and took me to the Medical Post once we got to Agua Calientes. I would definitely recommend Kusa Treks to any friends who are planning to take a trip to Cusco to see Machu Picchu or any other excursions (and actually already have!). The service and experience was impeccable. So far, this is the highlight of my Peruvian travels. Also, the beauty of the Andes doesn’t hurt. I still can’t get over how unreal being amongst the mountains and the Incan history felt. More

  I loved hiking the Inca Trail with Kusa Treks! The staff were so nice and the food was amazing! Our guide did a lot to make us feel comfortable and... read more cheer us along the path and was also super knowledgeable. I learned so much and had a great experience. However, be warned that the hike is not easy. The elevation is killer and the hike is somewhat strenuous. But I had a fantastic time and would definitely recommend it for anyone looking for an adventure!

  We just got back from a trip to Peru where we used Kusa Treks for different tours and transfers. Communication pre-trip with Michael (and later Megan) was excellent, super speedy... read more and efficient. Erik, Kusa Trek’s owner, surprised us by meeting us at the airport for our transfer and gave us a great orientation and briefing on the city (we expected this pre-trek but most definitely not upon arrival to Cusco). Erik is charismatic and relaxed and has a gift for putting clients at ease. We did the city tour of Cusco with Aldo the following day. He was very knowledgeable and accommodated a change in the usual itinerary (per our request) without batting an eye. We enjoyed our improv tour of the market and we loved learning about local products and customs. The following day we visited Moray and Moras with Edwar. Making lunch together with local women was a definite highlight! The next day we started our 3n/4d Lares and Inca Trail trek with Edwar as our guide. The Lares Trek, although challenging due to the altitude, was absolutely stunning and so worth it! Between the Lares Trek and Inca Trail we actually preferred the former. Kusa Trek’s support staff (Juancarlos, Angel, Francisco & Victor) were AMAZING, super efficient and kind. Juancarlos even surprised me with a cake on our last day together. Kusa Treks’ equipment was top-notch so don’t hesitate about renting directly from them. Supporting small & local was very important to us so choosing Kusa Treks (based on reviews and our initial impressions) was a no-brainer for us. We were very pleased with our choice.

  Kusa Treks takes care of so many things for this trip. They really go to a lot of extra effort to make the trip a great experience. Our... read more guide Aldo was very knowledgeable and shared a lot of information about the Inca sites and flowers, plant and animals and ecosystem. I really recommend Kusa.

  We recently visited Cusco and did three tours through Kusa Treks. The first two were while we acclimated - a city tour of Cusco and the tour of Maras and... read more Moray (salt pools, terraced ag and women’s weaving collaborative). These two tours were so interesting! We then did the four day Lares Valley/Inca Trail trek. The team that made this happen was incredible - Erik, Michael and Megan were very responsive during the planning portion and the trek itself was challenging (wow altitude), but the geography of the Lares Valley is stunning and of course the Inca Trail and Machu Picchu were beautiful too. Combining these two gave us the best of both worlds. The food that Chef Juan Carlos and Angel were able to cook while camping was amazing. Our entire trekking team made the experience great. More

  If you are thinking about taking a trip to Peru to do the Inka Trail and see Machu Picchu you must choose Kusa Treks. Why you may ask?...……..Because they were... read more absolutely super. We laughed and had so much fun as they were part of our family immediately. They made us feel comfortable and at home. We did the 4 day 28 mile hike and it was a bear of a hike. But I would say it was in the top 3 experiences in my life. I just loved it. The views were so beautiful at every turn in the mountains. Kusa Treks took care of everything. The food was absolutely delicious at every meal as breakfast, lunch, and dinner were prepared by our chef, Fernando ,and our Sui Chef, Santos. They made every meal fun and engaging. They were really into it. Not one person in our group got sick! This was also great as we worried about this but the food was perfect. And we ate everything! We also had great porters with our head porter Walter! They worked so hard and were just so nice. They too were family. Our guide was Aldo! Aldo was just perfect. He was so knowledgeable about everything from the Inkas to the mountains, to the plants! His English was great and he loved to converse with us about anything. He really made the trip what it was. The owner Erik was so great in organizing us and keeping us in the know. He even picked us up at the airport so from minute one we were taken care of. We were so taken care of! So if you are thinking about the Inka trail you must choose Kusa Treks. I would give them a 10 out of 10 in every area.

  Kusa Treks operates like the "wizard behind the scenes", making all the aspects of your trip seamless. I can't say enough good things about Eric and his company, Kusa... read more Treks. They took care of EVERY detail! From airport pick up to transfers, hotels, meals, etc. I definitely feel like they were looking out for us, (first great impression was made when I wasn't able to make my connecting flight to meet up with the rest of my group. The company reached out to me to make sure I was okay, and advise me. This was days before our trek was even to begin!). Once the trek was started I was beyond impressed by the team of porters, chefs, horsemen. These men cannot get enough credit and respect. Look no further! Also, that this company is local...it helps to their economy tremendously. Don't go with a remote company, that is not as invested in the country you want to immerse yourself in. Let me systematically give kudos: Aldo, our city day tour guide. What a complete sweetheart, and extremely knowledgable! His warmth was palpable. So genuine, and a great introduction to the history and people of his culture. Juan Carlos and Angel, the chefs for our trek. I am still floored over their talents and capabilities. Some of the best meals of my life, produced under camping conditions? Real stick to your ribs nourishment, that stays true to their culture. My... Kusa Treks operates like the "wizard behind the scenes", making all the aspects of your trip seamless.

I can't say enough good things about Eric and his company, Kusa Treks. They took care of EVERY detail! From airport pick up to transfers, hotels, meals, etc. I definitely feel like they were looking out for us, (first great impression was made when I wasn't able to make my connecting flight to meet up with the rest of my group. The company reached out to me to make sure I was okay, and advise me. This was days before our trek was even to begin!). Once the trek was started I was beyond impressed by the team of porters, chefs, horsemen. These men cannot get enough credit and respect. Look no further! Also, that this company is local...it helps to their economy tremendously. Don't go with a remote company, that is not as invested in the country you want to immerse yourself in.

Let me systematically give kudos:

Aldo, our city day tour guide. What a complete sweetheart, and extremely knowledgable! His warmth was palpable. So genuine, and a great introduction to the history and people of his culture.

Juan Carlos and Angel, the chefs for our trek. I am still floored over their talents and capabilities. Some of the best meals of my life, produced under camping conditions? Real stick to your ribs nourishment, that stays true to their culture. My mind is still boggled. They were so flexible with different meal preference, gracious. I also wanted to add that these two swooped in and helped me at one point, when I had a temporary moment of struggle at the end of the (Lares) trek, as we rounded a (very short) path chiseled into a steep cliffside. Quick disclaimer: I've never met anyone with a more acute fear of steep drop offs, than me. I'd say I'm in the top 1% as far as height phobias, so even though it bothered me, huge chances it wouldn't be a problem for most people.). These two circled back, offered to take my backpack and hold my hand. They even walked on the edge as I plastered myself across the wall (hey, I have no shame lol). They wanted to show me it was okay, and they were there to protect me. Even though we didn't speak the same language, their kindness and altruism spoke volumes. I will forever be grateful to these two men, especially, and hope that they know how much it meant. They are true gems for their company.

Francisco, the ever-smiling horseman. Such a positive, capable man, from the first to the last. He was the first team member we met on our way to the trailhead, and our trek guide told us that he "ALWAYS has a smile on his face." Absolutely true! He also was so kind in letting me pet his team of mules. We didn't speak the same language, but it wasn't needed.

I also like how these men offered up left overs to some of the remote villagers we came across on the trek, and the dogs. Their kindness was truly humbling. (On that note; if you are able to, to bring some toys/stickers etc for the children you will inevitably meet on the trail. They were so happy to receive these! Oh, and perhaps treats for the friendly dogs that seem to know the trek routine as well. I wish I could have taken them all home with me, including the team, lol).

If you book one of these treks, I hope you are fortunate enough to get these men I mentioned. Heck, request them, lol! I'm sure everyone Kusa Treks hires are more than capable, but I know these men are exceptional. They worked as an incredible team, making everything seamless, comfortable for our group. Every detail thought of with such ease and proficiency. We definitely felt pampered and looked out for. What a luxury, even when you are out in the elements, in the middle of nowhere, in a foreign country, lol! More

  We absolutely loved everything about our trip. Kusa Treks is the best! Every detail we could think of was taken care of for us, both from home and in... read more Peru. We loved both of our guides, Aldo and Felipe, they were both friendly and personable. Also, all of our drivers were great! Kusa Treks let us pick our own travel dates which resulted in my husband and I having our own private tour! We will definitely tell our friends how wonderful it was.

  We had a thoroughly great time. We wouldn’t change anything. Our guides were terrific. We loved the private van. The hotel In Cusco, Rumi Punku was everything we had hoped... read more for. They were so accommodating. We loved the guides. Felipe was so much fun. We loved the the short hike to Machu Picchu. The trip to Colca canyon was also very fun and memorable. Irene was such a kind and considerate person. Chivay was fun. We loved the room at Casa Andina there. We were also taken out to dinner and heard a nice local performance. We literally saw dozens of condors in flight the next day. We loved getting to know both of our guides. We felt like we treated wonderfully by them and your drivers. Truly a great trip. More

  Great trip all went very smooth from the moment we got picked up at our hotel to when we got back. Our guide Pablo was very informative and patient during... read more the hike. Enjoyed very much

  KUSA Treks guided us for the short Inca Trail and it was great. Highly recommend. Request Aldo, he was great and very patient.

  We had an amazing time on our trek to Machu Picchu!! Our team who guided us, cooked for us and hauled all of our supplies was beyond great!! Juan Pablo,... read more Walter, Carlos and Angel (and Scotty), muchas gracias!!! ️

  We had an amazing short trek on the Inca trail to Machu Picchu. Our guide was patient and very knowledgeable. The food provided on the trail was healthy, high quality... read more and more than enough. The briefing the day prior was helpful without being overwhelming.
They were punctual and took care of everything! Tickets, train, etc.
The best part is arriving at Machu Picchu towards the end of the day and seeing the sunset and then coming back and seeing the sunrise the following morning, avoided the lines with the "libre" entry ticket. highly recommended.

  I have to be honest...I was going to give a 4 star review but realized the only reason I would be doing that is my own fault. I highly recommend... read more this company. The food on the trek was phenomenal. Better than I make at home. Juan Carlos, angel and Walter were amazing! Our guide...Juan Pablo was so knowledgeable and really showed a sense of pride in everything he did. I was super caught off guard on how difficult it would be to climb and descend with the high altitude. I am in good shape...but come from the Low country...so the attitude and rocky descents were a bit frustrating...but certainly not their fault. I felt safe at all times with Juan Pablo. Transfers were easy for the most part. Thank you to Kusa.

  Beautiful and unique experience secluded in Peru’s breathtaking (literally and figuratively) mountains. While I enjoyed the trek, the guides were a little worse than I had hoped. Dario our main... read more guide was very qualified with understandable english, but his constant sarcasm and condescending attitude created...More

  What an amazing journey my friend Grace and I had in Peru with Kusa Treks! They were wonderful from the very beginning. They answered every question we had ...thoroughly... read more ...even if it was silly or redundant. One of the partners and owners of Kusa Treks...More

  I was looking for a company that had a local Peruvian owner, took good care of their porters, and had small blended groups. So glad I chose Kusa Treks!! Michael... read more being the American co-owner was great with communication and helped with making decisions on the...More

  The team at KUSA Treks provided us a journey and experience well beyond what we could have imagined. Not only is Cusco Peru and the surrounding areas amazing... read more places, the KUSA daily personal touch during our visit was greatly appreciated making us a part of...More

  My husband and i were nervous to travel in South America because we have never been there before. Our guide, Felipe Salonm Huayaconza, of KusaTreks, was phenomenal! His... read more knowledge, skill on the trail, and thoughtful care insured that we had the best trip of our...More