Alpaca Yoga and Llama Farm Wellness Escape in Peru's Sacred Valley

The retreat takes place at a llama and alpaca farm in Paru Paru, a remote community in the hills above Písac. The first morning starts early with a pickup in Cusco, a scenic drive through the Andes, and a traditional Andean welcome drink on arrival. Then comes the headline activity: a yoga session on the farm grounds with the resident alpacas wandering freely around the mats. It's genuinely fun and a little surreal – the animals are curious and calm, and they make for excellent photo companions.

After yoga, the day opens up. You can feed and pet the alpacas, then sit down to an organic, farm-to-table lunch featuring Peruvian staples and locally sourced ingredients. In the afternoon, Alfredo leads a guided nature walk to nearby points of interest, which may include ancient Inca ruins, agricultural terraces, or neighboring villages. The pace is relaxed, with time built in for rest and reflection.

The second day is all about exploration. The focus is a guided hike to the Písac archaeological park, following a stretch of the original 600-year-old Inca Trail. You'll walk through Inca tunnels, past agricultural terraces and temples, and up to viewpoints over the entire Sacred Valley. Alfredo brings the history to life as you go. After the hike, you'll be driven back to Cusco, arriving in the late afternoon.

What makes this retreat different is the combination of the animals, the indigenous-led perspective, and the feeling of being welcomed into a family's land rather than checked into a resort. Alfredo is a trained, English-speaking guide with years of experience and first-aid certification, and his passion for sharing his heritage is clear. The setting is rustic and authentic, not luxurious – it's a farm stay that prioritizes connection over comfort extras.

What's included

- 1 night accommodation in a private room - Daily meals (lunch, breakfast, dinner) with organic local ingredients - Morning yoga session with alpacas - Guided nature hike on Day 1 - Guided hike to Písac ruins on Day 2 - Transport from Cusco to Písac and back - Water, tea, and coffee throughout the day - Luggage storage - Use of yoga mats

What's not included

- Travel insurance - Flights - Visa fees - Airport pickup (available for €13 extra) - Additional treatments or activities not listed