A Brief History of the Inka Empire

The Inka Empire was the largest empire in pre-Columbian America and, in the early 16th Century, it was possibly one of the largest empires in the world. The origin myths of the Inka Empire relay stories of a pastoral tribe who carried a magic gold staff, and wherever the staff landed, the Inka people would […]

July 9, 2018

Adventure | July 2018

Seven Wonders of the World – Machu Picchu, the Incan Citadel that Stood the Test of Time

Celebrating architectural precision and harmonic collaboration, the Seven Wonders of the World have been admired for centuries, dating back to the ancient world, and have gracefully stood the test of time into our modern ages. Originally defined as themata, the Greek for ‘things to be seen’, Seven Wonders of the Ancient world consisted of the […]

July 3, 2018

Events | July 2018

Inkaterra: Guests’ Perspectives – El Mapi by Inkaterra

Nestled amid the historic sanctuary of Machu Picchu, El Mapi by Inkaterra is a cosy yet contemporary lodge that goes to the beat of its own drum. Offering a down-to-earth and understated break, explorers can indulge in the spirited and welcoming atmosphere of the nearby town which showcases colourful local markets, food and music. Whilst at […]

June 8, 2018

Conservation and Sustainability | June 2018

Renowned filmmaker and screenwriter, Werner Herzog, returns to Peru to share his filmmaking expertise

We sat down with key coordinator, Gabriel Meseth, to discuss the recent event hosted by Inkaterra alongside the world renowned German filmmaker and screenwriter, Werner Herzog, who returned to Peru to share his expertise in Lima. Partnering with Black Factory Cinema, the Werner Herzog Master Class event was an opportunity for young filmmakers and enthusiasts […]

May 18, 2018

Experiences | May 2018

Inkaterra: Guests’ Perspectives – Inkaterra Hacienda Urubamba

Set in the awe-inspiring mountainous countryside and boasting unparalleled valley views spanning over one-hundred acres between Cusco and Machu Picchu, Inkaterra Hacienda Urubamba offers the unique luxury allowing guests to be immersed entirely in relaxation and tranquility. Guests are invited to unwind in ample rooms or casita-style accommodation which embrace the history of the Sacred […]

May 4, 2018

Conservation and Sustainability | May 2018

Five things you didn't know about the Amazon

A luscious host to an amazing array of biodiversity and spanning across eight countries – from mountainous peaks to the basin depths – the Amazon is a geographic wonder which holds many untold tales. Inkaterra Reserva Amazónica, Inkaterra Hacienda Concepción and Inkaterra Guides Field Station lie within the Madre de Dios region of the Amazon […]

April 12, 2018

Hotels | April 2018

Inkaterra: Guests' Perspectives

The Inkaterra story first began over forty years ago deep in the heart of the Amazon of Southern Peru. Our first hotel/lodge was Inkaterra Reserva Amazónica (1976), then named Cusco Amazónico to arise the attention of travellers to nearby Cusco and the Amazon, and home to the Canopy Tree House, and this was followed by […]

March 9, 2018

Conservation and Sustainability | March 2018

Inkaterra’s Bio-Orchard: Top Plants

Deep in the heart of the Amazon rainforest of Southern Peru – where trees tower, vines tangle and insects thrive – plants have long been cultivated for their medicinal qualities. Now, at Inkaterra Guides Field Station, our Bio-Orchard is used to research a range of plants known for their medicinal qualities, keeping alive ancestral knowledge […]

January 12, 2018

Our Peru | January 2018

Filming in Peru with Werner Herzog

Over forty years ago – with no more than a spoken word and a handshake – our Founder and CEO, José Koechlin, became co-producer of what is now considered one of the greatest films of all time, and a turning point in the development of tourism in Peru – Aguirre, the Wrath of God. Both […]

November 24, 2017

Adventure | November 2017

The Mother of the Rainforest – The Swamp

The Amazon basin; a tangle of rivers, lakes and labyrinth of winding jungle trails, home to 20% of the water on the planet. In fact, in the Peruvian Amazon, which represents more than 60% of its territory, it’s estimated that there are more than 19.77 million acres (8 million hectares) occupied by wetlands, or large […]

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