With the “Experiential Tourism in Sacaca Pisaq”, you will be able to know closely the native community of SASACACA in Pisaq. SACACA is a community located in the Andes at an altitude of 3,835 meters. The ecosystem of the area is the alpine mountain or highland. The rainy season lasts from November to March; the rest of the year is the dry season, Pisaq Experience Tour.
The area maintains its Andean landscapes made up of snow-capped mountains, lagoons and the Peruvian puna. In addition, you can appreciate the flora and fauna of the region. In the community you will find picturesque houses, traditional agricultural terraces and some archaeological remains. This destination, eminently Quechua, maintains its customs, traditions and enigmatic rites.
This place offers a tourism alternative for visitors who wish to learn about the ancestral experiences that still endure in this time, as well as the application of natural alternative medicine using plants and natural inputs to counteract the ills that affect the body, spirit, and mind. The activities are carried out within an Andean Ethno-Medicinal Park which is an alternative of experiential tourism where you can experience different activities such as those described below:
To make the Experiential Tourism in Sacaca is one of the visits in which one should make if you want to know better the Andean culture, especially if you are going to make a tour to Machu Picchu, this way you will have more information about the Incas and their way of living.
Enjoy experiential tourism in Sacaca Pisaq.
ACTIVITY 1- TEXTILE WORKSHOP DEMONSTRATION
In the textile workshop we will learn each step of the Andean weaving process, from obtaining alpaca and sheep wool, wool selection, natural dyeing, spinning and elaboration of Andean garments such as: Ponchos, llicllas, backpacks, shawls, etc.
Duration: 1h 30min (All the process)
ACTIVITY 2- MUD BIO-CONSTRUCTION WORKSHOP
In this workshop the visitor will learn and help in the construction of huts. This activity consists of mixing fine soil with water and straw to finally produce adobes. During the whole process the visitor will be guided and will have the help of a specialist, who will supervise every detail of the activity.
Duration: 4 hours (the whole process)
ACTIVITY 3 – MEDICINAL PLANTS WORKSHOP
(Optional you can do the one of essential oils)
In this workshop we apply the use of native plants for the preparation of lotions, ointments, tinctures, baths of flowering, etc.. With the purpose of preparing natural alternative medicine for people suffering from any ailment.
Duration: 02 Hours (All the process)
Rest of the afternoon free.
Hospedaje – SACACA
BREAKFAST – HOTEL / LUNCH and DINNER – AGENCY
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GROUP SERVICE TOURSacaca Experiential Tourism PRICE PER PERSON Minimum 02 people |
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Cultural Tourism in Sacaca is an experience that allows you to get up close with the native community of Sacaca in Pisaq, in the Andes at an altitude of 3,835 meters, and learn about their culture, traditions, and local activities.
The community of Sacaca is located in the Pisaq region in the Peruvian Andes at an altitude of 3,835 meters above sea level.
The Sacaca area has an ecosystem of alpine mountains or highlands. The rainy season extends from November to March, while the rest of the year is the dry season.
This tour is a unique opportunity to gain a deep understanding of Andean culture, especially if you plan to take a tour to Machu Picchu, as it provides a more comprehensive insight into the life of the Incas and their traditions.
In this workshop, visitors will learn and participate in the construction of huts using mud and other natural materials. Fine soil is mixed with water and straw to make adobe, and huts are built following traditional techniques.
The Earth Offering is a mystical activity where Andean rituals passed down through generations are performed to protect the community’s products and animals. It is carried out as a symbolic way to safeguard the land and its resources.
Yes, it is possible to suffer from altitude sickness during Cultural Tourism in Sacaca due to the high altitude of the community, which is located at 3,835 meters above sea level. To prevent it, it is recommended to acclimatize in Cusco, stay hydrated, avoid alcohol and tobacco, rest adequately, and consume light meals. If symptoms occur, inform your guide, and in severe cases, descend to lower altitudes and seek medical attention.
The best time to do the Cultural Tourism in Sacaca is during the dry season, which runs from May to September, due to more favorable weather conditions. However, the Cusco region can be visited at any time of the year, each with its own advantages and disadvantages in terms of climate.
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