Tours of a Lifetime
Explorandes Celebrates Golden Anniversary
B Corp Certification, and Cements its Status as the Adventure Tourism and Responsible Travel Leader in Peru Offering big adventures with a small footprint since 1975
Explorandes, the Peruvian tour operator that specializes in adventure tourism and sustainable travel, is celebrating 50 years of showcasing Peru’s most stunning landscapes along with its newly achieved status as a Certified B Corporation® (B Corp).
Founded in 1975, Explorandes is a pioneer in sustainable adventure tourism, offering immersive hiking and trekking, nature and wildlife, and cultural experiences across the country. From the iconic Inca Trail and the remote wonders of Choquequirao, to Amazon cruises and high-altitude adventures in the Andes, the company specializes in unique, low-impact journeys that connect travelers with nature, history, and local communities. Its recent certification as a B Corp offers global recognition to Explorandes’ ongoing commitment as a leader in commercial, environmental, ethical, and sustainable practices.
“Adventure tourism is a very noble industry, in the sense that we focus on providing unique travel experiences for our guests while contributing to the sustainable development of the destinations where we operate, fostering respectful and fair labor practices, and promoting responsible management of cultural and environmental resources,” says Martín Romero, general manager and partner at Explorandes. “Our guests are looking for immersive experiences in culture and in nature, the very things we have been committed to protecting and preserving for the last 50 years and will continue to be for another 50 years and beyond. The B Corp certification reinforces what has been our mission since the company’s founding in 1975, with our commitment to sustainability now measured against internationally recognized standards.”
Taking the (Inca) Road Less Traveled
As the first travel company to operate the Inca Trail trek, spearheading tourism in remote and rural regions of Peru, Explorandes remains true to its roots of exploring the road less traveled, getting people deeper into the country for more immersive and impactful experiences.
This is certainly the case with its 12-day Huayhuash Trek adventure, which explores Peru’s remote, stunning mountains, crossing high passes, alpine lakes, and wild valleys into the very heart of the Cordillera Huayhuash, the second highest tropical mountain range in the world.
In contrast to the more popular trekking routes in Peru, such as the Inca Trail, the Cordillera Huayhuash remains largely undiscovered by many international trekkers. Apart from its powerful portrayal in the documentary-drama Touching the Void, which recounts a harrowing tale of survival in the range, this remote area is seldom explored by outsiders. But it is a trekker’s paradise and Explorandes offers the ultimate adventure for outdoor enthusiasts.
Starting off in Huaraz, also known as Peru’s hiking capital, this 12-day small group (maximum 12 travelers) guided adventure crosses six high passes over 14,760 feet and two that are higher than 16,400 feet. Throughout the trek, the group will camp next to stunning alpine lakes and in broad, grassy valleys replete with wildflowers and rushing alpine creeks, all while basking in the imposing presence of the White Mountains that loom overhead (with peaks at elevations above 16,400 feet and 19,685 feet, respectively), with departures running regularly from April through October.
Other adventures available through Explorandes include:
• An eight-day Taste of Peru: From Coastal Lima to Andean Cusco gastronomy tour that offers an unforgettable journey through the flavors and history of the country.
• A five-day Hidden Valleys of Salkantay hiking tour that starts from a little-known valley near Limatambo.
• A nine-day Alpamayo Circuit trekking tour that explore the remote regions of the Cordillera Blanca.
• A seven-day Choquequirao to Machu Picchu trek that perfectly combines remote high-mountain hiking with archaeological exploration at the iconic Inca citadel.
• And much more!
