Quechua Community Visit and Weaving Experience

Ollantaytambo, Peru

Quechua Community Visit and Weaving Experience

Half Day |

Take a beautiful drive ascending nearly 1,000m from Ollantaytombo to the upper Andean community of Patacancha or Huilloc. Learn about weaving and its significance in Andean culture, see a demonstration of the entire process, then learn to weave for yourself!

Your visit will directly support the non-profit organization Awamaki in its mission to empower local Andean women to improve the lives of their families and communities.

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Duration

Half Day

Travel Style

Cultural Immersion, Off the Beaten Path and Family Friendly

Languages

Spanish, Other Local Language and English

Physical Activity

Light activity

Location

Rural Communities

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Starts at:

$75/person

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Speaks: Spanish, Other Local Language and English

Highlights

  • Explore the local Panacancha or Huilloc communities
  • Learn about the rich history of weaving in Andean culture
  • Create your own pulsera (bracelet) to take home
  • Enjoy a wonderfully cooked meal with your local host

Details

Schedule

9am - 3pm, every Monday to Saturday

Availability

Flexible Departure Date
All year

Itinerary

What's Included

Guide

Bilingual guide

Food

Lunch
A freshly cooked meal in the home of one of the weavers!

Transport

Private van

Your Local Host

Awamaki

Awamaki

Local/Foreign Owned Social Enterprise

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Getting There

The trip begins in Ollantaytambo, where you will then experience a picturesque drive to the communities of either Patacancha or Huilloc.
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