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Potato Park Pisac 1 Day
Price from: $ 67.00 USD (See: Pricing)
Potato Park Pisac 1 Day
Tour Type
Eco Tours
Potato Park Pisac 1 Day
Maximun Altitude
4,070m (13,556 ft.)
Potato Park Pisac 1 Day
Physical Level
Easiest
Potato Park Pisac 1 Day
Recommended Season
April to December

Potato Park Pisac 1 Day

Price from: $ 67.00 USD (See: Pricing)

Potato Park Peru – Suppose you’re looking for a unique cultural adventure; set your sights on Potato Park Pisac. Learn about the Incas and explore a variety of potato varieties on this unforgettable excursion.

Tour Plan: Cusco | Taray | Cuyo Chico | Parque de la Papa

Pisac Potato Park Tour

Potato Park Pisac – The tourist circuit opens its doors through experiential and cultural tourism. The tourist excursion is directly involved in local agricultural activities, festivities, and rituals, making an actual exchange of life balance with nature and potato cultivation.

Potato Park, known locally as “Parque de la Papa,” is a unique initiative that encompasses several indigenous communities dedicated to preserving traditional agricultural practices and safeguarding the immense biodiversity found in the region. This park is a living museum of ancient agricultural wisdom and the deep connection between the Andean people and their land.

Pisac Potato Park Tour, Peru, for an unforgettable cultural experience! Explore history and heritage as you learn this region’s rich and diverse traditions.

Pisac, Peru’s Potato Park, is a biodiverse wonderland home to over 1,400 varieties of potatoes. A day tour of this unique region in Cusco offers visitors the chance to explore stunning landscapes, learn about traditional farming practices, and encounter some rare and endangered species that call this area home. Join us on a journey through the thriving biodiversity of Pisaq Peru’s Potato Park in Cusco.

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Overview

Potato Park Pisac Overview

Immerse yourself in the rich culture and traditions of the Andean people with a visit to the Potato Park Pisac. This unique experience takes you on a journey through the history and significance of the potato in Andean culture and the importance of preserving traditional farming practices and biodiversity. You’ll have the opportunity to meet local farmers, learn about their way of life, and even participate in conventional potato harvesting and cooking methods. The organization comprises six indigenous communities working to protect over 1,400 varieties of potatoes, other crops, and medicinal plants.

Is the Pisac Potato Park tour right for me?

  • The tour starts at 8:00
  • Visit the Paru Paru Andean Community.
    • Participate in agricultural work of Peru potatoes.
  • Meals: Andean lunch in Paru Paru based on organic potatoes
  • Return to Cusco at 17:30.

ACTIVITIES IN THE POTATO PARK

Paru Paru Community, Living Culture in the mountains of Pisac

  • Welcome reception with ancestral music from the Amaru Community
  • Laying of necklaces based on the Kantu ¨Imperial Inka flower.”
  • A Small Walk to the Garden for the Recognition of native plants – with different uses
  • Ceremony to Earth by an Andean Priestess.
  • Participation in Peru potato varieties work.
    • At Paru Paru, we will harvest potatoes in the Andes’ work of sowing using old Inca tools.
  • Lunch at the saloon of the Peruvian Potatoes.
  • Opportunity to buy souvenirs of textiles from the Community.
  • Farewell to Parau Paru Community “The Peru Potatoes Park.”
Pisac Potato Park Tour Highlights
  • Discover Potato Park’s mystical Andean mountains, the great Andes lagoon of Paru Paru, and exciting history. Uncover local culture at its finest in Pisac, Peru.
  • Get a fantastic glimpse into Incan heritage while learning about potatoes at the excellent Potato Park Peru! Don’t miss this incredible experience.

Itinerary

Itinerary of the Potato Park Pisac

Potato Park Peru in Pisac is a captivating destination that weaves together nature’s beauty and indigenous culture’s richness. Through its vibrant biodiversity, unique potato varieties, and deep-rooted traditions, Potato Park Peru offers an experience like no other. Embrace the adventure, immerse yourself in the local culture, and contribute to the conservation of this precious Andean gem.

DAY 1

Potato Park Experiential Tourism

Unforgettable Encounters: Immersing in Local Culture

Visiting Potato Park offers a rare opportunity to engage with the warm-hearted indigenous communities that call this place home. Embrace their vibrant culture, participate in traditional rituals, and listen to the captivating folklore that weaves stories of the Andean people’s ancient past.

Delightful Gastronomy: Savoring the Potato Delicacies

Prepare your taste buds for an extraordinary culinary experience. The locals’ gastronomic expertise brings forth an array of mouthwatering dishes centered around potatoes. From hearty stews to delectable desserts, each delicacy carries the essence of the Andean heritage.

Adventures Beyond Potatoes: Trekking and Sightseeing

For adventure seekers, Potato Park offers breathtaking trekking trails that meander through the stunning landscapes of the Andean highlands. Along these paths, you’ll encounter ancient ruins, mystical lakes, and majestic mountains that inspire awe at every turn.

Sustainable Tourism: Empowering the Indigenous Communities

Tourism in Potato Park is thoughtfully managed to ensure minimal environmental and Community impact. By visiting, you preserve this unique ecosystem while supporting the local economy and empowering the indigenous inhabitants.

Potato Park Peru: A Photographer’s Paradise

We are calling all shutterbugs! Potato Park Peru in Pisac offers breathtaking vistas and unique cultural experiences, making it a haven for photographers and travelers seeking to capture the essence of the Andes.

POTATO PARK PERU TOUR DESCRIPTION

At 8 in the morning, we start the trip from Cusco to the Inca community of Paru Paru. During the journey, we make a couple of stops at the viewpoints of Taray, Pisac, and Cuyo Chico to have some photographic perspectives of the Andes, the Sacred Valley, the Pisac mountain range, and the ancient ruins of Pisac.

Once we arrive at the native Community of Paru Paru, the Community awaits us with local music and flowers from Cantú; all the residents wear colorful costumes representing the area. We will try to recognize the more than 2 thousand varieties of potatoes that are preserved natively in this area of Cusco before participating in the planting of potatoes with ancestral Inca techniques.

At noon, we have a traditional typical lunch based on organic potatoes in the community room. Before returning to Cusco, we have adequate time to observe the souvenirs made by the locals.

INFORMATION: POTATO PARK PERU

Experience a timeless adventure with intriguing customs and lush scenery at the remarkable Potato Park in Pisac, Peru. Get ready for an unforgettable getaway!

  1. Place: Paru Paru Community – Pisac – Sacred Valley
  2. Restaurant: Capacity for 50 excursionists.
  3. Distance: Cusco – Pisac – ParuParu – 55 km
  4. Recommended: mid-March to December
  5. Location: Calca province, Cuzco Region, Peru.
  6. Maximum altitude: Paru Paru 13,346 feet (4,068 meters).
  7. Minimum elevation: Pisac 9,822 feet. (2,994 meters).
Helpful Information on the Pisac Potato Park Tour

The tourist circuit of the Pisac Potato Park is to observe the immense amount of native potatoes that the families of the Paru Paru community protect and plant. The families of the Pisac potato park have been producing the native potatoes of the Incas for generations. During the experience of farming and learning about the entire potato process, we will also have a potato-based lunch. They are very delicious—the more natural the potatoes, the better the flavors.

PARU PARU COMMUNITY OF PISAC: Traditional agricultural systems promote a reciprocal relationship between people and the colors of Peru potatoes. Discover the origin of the wild potatoes in the Andes in their natural habitat.

Food

Potato lunch

Physical Level

1, Easy

Walking Distance

A light walk

Hiking Time

5 to 15 minutes

Starting Altitude

Potato Park: 4,070m (13,556 ft)

Highest Altitude

Potato Park: 4,070m (13,556 ft)

Inclusions

Potato Park Pisac INCLUSION 

  • Active itinerary with unique cultural features.
  • Excellent English-speaking tour guide
  • Private tourist transport.
  • Local interpreter (Quechua and Spanish)
  • All pick-ups and drop-offs
  • Visit Potato Park (Paru Paru)
  • Meals: Andean lunch.
  • First Aid kit.
  • A bottle of oxygen.
  • Local taxes

Note: The vehicles to use “see the photo in prices.”

Potato Park Pisac NO INCLUSION

  • Hotel or Airbnb.
  • Personal expense.
  • Donations.
  • Items of a personal nature.
  • Tipping.

What to Bring for the Potato Park Pisac?

  • Comfortable day backpack (to carry your personal belongings)
  • Lighter trekking boots (with good ankle support).
  • Waterproof jacket/rain Poncho (depends on weather conditions)
  • Warm jacket
  • T-shirts / Comfortable trousers / Sunhat
  • Windbreaker (depends on weather conditions).
  • Sun protection cream (SPF 45 or higher recommended), Sun hat, sunglasses
  • Personal medication
  • Camera with extra batteries

Travel Guide

Faqs Potato Park Peru

The Pisac Potato Park Guided Tour is a sightseeing tour of the Andes community with textiles of the Potato Park in the Sacred Valley of Peru.

The main attractions of the Potato Park community with textiles guided Tour include the Andean lunch.

The Pisac Potato Park Guided Tour typically takes around a day, from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.

The Potato Park Pisac Guided Tour involves some walking and hiking. However, visitors should be in good physical shape.

Visitors should bring comfortable walking shoes, a hat, sunscreen, water, and a camera.

Food options are available during the Tour, including a traditional Peruvian lunch.

Yes, children can join the Pisac Potato Park Guided Tour, but parents should know that some walking and hiking are involved.

Unfortunately, the Potato Park Pisac Guided Tour is not wheelchair accessible due to the terrain and steep inclines.

The cost of the Potato Park Pisac Guided Tour varies depending on the tour company and the inclusions.

Visitors can book the Potato Park Pisac Guided Tour through various tour companies in Cusco or online through travel booking websites.

Most Potato Park Pisac Guided Tours include transportation to and from Cusco.

The best time to take the Potato Park Pisac Guided Tour is during the dry season, from May to October. However, the Tour is available year-round.

Many tour companies offer combination tours, including the Potato Park Pisac Guided Tour and other attractions in the Sacred Valley, such as Ollantaytambo and Chinchero.

Features:

  1. Guided tour through the Potato Park near Pisac and the surrounding area.
  2. Hands-on experience with traditional potato farming practices.
  3. Opportunity to meet and interact with local farmers.
  4. Learn about the importance of preserving biodiversity and traditional farming practices.
  5. Cultural activities such as music and dance performances.
  6. Stunning views of the Andes mountains.
  7. Sustainable agriculture practices.

Advantages:

  1. Preserving the biodiversity of the Andean potato ensures food security and helps to maintain traditional cultural practices.
  2. Gain a deeper understanding and appreciation for Andean culture and traditions.
  3. Connect with the land and people in a meaningful way.
  4. Learn new skills and techniques for cooking and farming.
  5. Taste unique and delicious local cuisine.
  6. Support local communities and sustainable tourism.
  7. The involvement of indigenous communities ensures that their voices and knowledge are heard and respected.
  8. Create lasting memories and connections with the local community.

What’s it like

  • Step into the cultural dream of Potato Park Pisac and experience Peru’s traditional spiritual customs and breathtaking landscapes. Don’t miss out on this surreal journey!
  • Explore the mysterious ruins of ancient Inca civilization and discover a world of diversity with potatoes at the fascinating Pisac Potato Park Tour!

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Potato Park Pisac Full-Day COST

Season 2023 – 2024

Number of persons Price per person
1 $ 254.00 USD
2 $ 157.00 USD
3 $ 121.00 USD
4 $ 97.00 USD
5 $ 88.00 USD
6 $ 77.00 USD
7 $ 71.00 USD
8 $ 67.00 USD

Discover the ancient history of Peru’s Incan people—and their unique connection with potatoes—at the incredible Pisac Potato Park Tour. Explore the ruins and learn about one of South America’s most fascinating cultures!

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PARQUE DE LA PAPA – Potato Park Peru – Join an adventure to explore the Incan heritage at the amazing Potato Park in Peru. Discover the ruins and learn how potatoes were cultivated in this part of South America for hundreds of years.

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Kristi V
Kristi V
2022-05-05
Alittle bit of everything We had a last minute change of plans when it came to our tour. We were supposed to visit the rainbow mountain but with the recent protesting we called to see if we could change last minute and they were very accommodating. Odon and Fernando were amazing! They took us to see multiple attractions and made us feel very at home. And kudos to Renee for the amazing driving. I would highly recommend using this company for a tour. We will definitely use them if we ever come back!
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Anthony O
2022-05-05
Atv Tour Odin and Fernando were great as well as our driver Rene. Very informative about the city of Cusco. Enjoyed our tour with this company and these individuals who took us around. Great time! Highly recommend!!!
ReDA
ReDA
2020-01-14
Family vacation Kondor path tours arranged a couple of private tours on our last vacation in Peru. Our first tour was the Rainbow Mountains and the next day we did the sacred Valley Tour.The administrative services were excellent, we met at our hotel the day before our tours and our head guide, Fredy, explained everything perfectly, including what to wear and bring for each tour. On the tour days, our guides (Fredy and Juan Carlos) and driver (Juan Carlos) were great! very knowledgeable, considerate about our party, always helpful and ready to answer questions and meet the expectations (completely different expectations because we had different ages in our party (from 11 to 69 years)) of each party member.The rainbow mountain is awesome and is is really helpful to go with a guide that knows about the area, but also about hiking!!!
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theras2000
2020-01-09
Excellent guide who stays with you for the entire day The Vinicunca one-day horse tour was fantastic. The friendly and informative Freddy guided us for the entire bus ride and mountain trek. He knew where to stand to get the best photos and made everything fun and accommodating. The horse ride up made it much easier to enjoy the final hike. Lunch was large and tasty. Door to door service.
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KWPens
2020-01-03
Awesome Service and Tours Fernando and Patricia were SUPER responsive - usually responded to emails within 10 minutes!!. The arrangements they made for Cusco, Machu Picchu, Sacred Valley, and surrounding areas were awesome.They were waiting for us at the airport and did everything we asked them. Our guide for the four days was Herberth and driver was Juan Carlos. Both were SUPER SUPER great. Juan Carlos was such an amazingly pleasant driver with cute stories. He also was a very safe driver. Herberth was very knowledgable and helpful. Took us all over the places with details about the history and details. We had friends who were not able to climb much and they accommodated us all.On the day we had planned to do rainbow mountain we did not feel great and emailed Fernando at 5am and he responded within 5 minutes with other options for us to do that day. Overall, if you are going to Peru and want to visit the historic sites, you SHOULD go with these people. They are SUPERB!!
Pandylan
Pandylan
2019-12-31
Great memories for our family We went for a tour to the rainbow mountain, service was excellent and then we decided to go for another tour on the next day to the sacred valley, it was also excellent. Our guide was Fredy and our driver was Juan Carlos, two excellent people, honest and respectful. I recommend them. Gracias por todo, lo pasamos increíble.
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2019-09-04
Rainbow Trek and Horseback Riding A group of 7 of us did a One Day Rainbow Trek and Horseback Riding. Freddy was our guide and he was prompt and with us every moment of the journey. They were so accommodating to move the debrief meeting the night before because we had a food tour that evening. Freddy had so much energy, knowledge, and excitement to share with us about his native homeland. In addition, he made sure that we were well taken care of when one of us was actually sick from the altitude. It was such an amazing experience and Freddy made sure we got the best of it. Thank you! Highly recommend Kondor Path Tours.
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Maras Moray hike We recently did this hike with Bonnet. She was a highly experienced guide. V good English. Judged our ability well and made for a great day out.
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MachuPicchu and Rainbow Moutain We worked with Kondor Path for two tours, of Machu Picchu and Rainbow Mountain. Everything they did was well organized, well documented, well communicated. The two guides and the driver were great, very friendly and knowledgeable. All were bilingual (English and Spanish). At Rainbow Mountain we rode horses to the base of the really steep part of the mountain (this saved some 7 km of hiking). But that last part was quite difficult! I'm glad I had prepared and gotten conditioned.
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