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- Welcome to the Nature and Outdoors Group! We are a respectful and supportive community of outdoor lovers who enjoy hiking, backpacking, camping, kayaking, traveling, and exploring nature together.
- Many of us are passionate about the Catskill Mountains. Our organizer(s) continue to organize Catskill 35er hikes, and we proudly support those working toward that meaningful goal.
- We offer a wide variety of activities from scenic nature walks and paddle trips to challenging mountain hikes, so people of all levels can join, grow, and enjoy.
Disclaimer:
By participating in all events, you acknowledge that those outdoor activities involve inherent risks, including but not limited to injury, weather conditions, wildlife encounters, and difficult terrain. You understand that these risks can result in serious injury or even death. By attending this event, you agree to release and hold harmless the organizer(s), the group, and any affiliated parties from all liabilities, claims, and demands of whatever kind, either in law or in equity, which arise or may hereafter arise from your participation in the event. Participants are responsible for assessing their own fitness and skill levels, bringing appropriate gear, and staying aware of their surroundings. You acknowledge that the organizer(s) are not professional guides. You are voluntarily participating in this hiking event with full knowledge of the risks involved and agree to accept all risks. By attending this event, you confirm that you have read, understand, and agree to this disclaimer in its entirety.
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14 - day Peru hiking & sightseeing trip May 8-22’26. 9-day option available.
Location not specified yetMAY 8-22, 2026.
14 - day Peru hiking & sightseeing trip May 8-22’26. 9-day option available.
Please read the entire post.
This event is also posted in the NJ Outdoorsy Social - please only register once.
Everyone will join the wait list and will be moved to 'going' upon booking packages directly with the tour operator, Alpaca Expeditions. Instructions and available further in the event details. PM me with questions.14-Day Trip to Peru to see the majestic Machu Picchu, see Cusco, the Sacred Valley, and visit Lake Titicaca, the cradle of the Inca civilization. Plus, there are 3 hiking options: hike the Short or Classic Inca Trail (2 days vs. 4 days) or a Full Salcantay Trail (5 days). The trip combines sightseeing, history, and of course hiking (see Itinerary and Guiding Principles for details).
Option to limit the trip to 9 days for those who want to focus on sightseeing or hiking only.
Dates: May 8 -May 22.
Cost: estimated between $4,000 - $4800 depending on the option you select with single occupancy hotels and airfare, organized tours, meals, transfers, travel insurance, and tips. Actual costs depend on the hotel you choose (I will provide recommendations), the trek you select and cost of airfare at the time of booking.
Itinerary (full itinerary with hotels and pricing upon request)- 8 -May: Flight from Newark to Lima
- 9-10-May: Explore Lima
- 10-May: Fly to Puno/Lake Titicaca
- 10-May – 13-May: Explore Lake Titicaca with Alpaca Expeditions Tour Operator. Stay overnight with a local family on one of the historic islands. The tour includes 2 nights at the hotel, 1 additional night with a local family, meals, tours, and a full-day bus ride from Puno to Cusco
- 13-May – 21- May: Explore Cusco and Sacred Valley. From this point:
a) Option 1: Hike the Short Inca Trail (2 days), see Machu Picchu PLUS go on 2 additional day hikes like Rainbow Mountain and Humantay Lake. Fly home on 20th-May, arrive in Newark on 21st - May
b) Option 2: Hike Salcantay Trail (5 days/4 nights). Fly home on the 21st -May, arrive in Newark on 22 – May
c) Option 3: Hike the Classic Inca Trail (4 days / 3 nights) – no longer available.Guiding Principles:
- Guided Hikes (Inca Trail Hike, Salcantay Trek, Day Hikes) and Lake Titicaca tours are provided by Alpaca Expeditions https://www.alpacaexpeditions.com/.
- Everyone starts on a wait list.
- To register, message me with your phone number or email address. I will send you a full itinerary and a link to register for the guided hike which includes paying non-refundable $300 deposit due to Alpaca Expeditions.
- Everyone books their own airfare.
- As a licensed travel agent, I will assist with booking hotels, travel insurance, and tours, but I am not a tour guide for this trip – we work together as a team. If you prefer not to use my booking services, I charge a $150 research fee payable via Venmo or Zelle at the time of registration.
- Once you book your tour of choice, I will move you to Going and will add you to the group mailing list and WhatsApp chat, and will work with you to help reserve hotels and discuss flights.
- Refund policy – in line with the Alpaca Expeditions, hotel, and your airline refund policies
8. This is a vigorous adventure. Do not attend 4-5 day hikes if you are not an experienced hiker able to hike for multiple days in a row.
Disclaimer:
- By participating in all events, you acknowledge that those outdoor activities involve inherent risks, including but not limited to injury, weather conditions, wildlife encounters, and difficult terrain. You understand that these risks can result in serious injury or even death. By attending this event, you agree to release and hold harmless the organizer(s), the group, and any affiliated parties from all liabilities, claims, and demands of whatever kind, either in law or in equity, which arise or may hereafter arise from your participation in the event. Participants are responsible for assessing their own fitness and skill levels, bringing appropriate gear, and staying aware of their surroundings. You acknowledge that the organizer(s) are not professional guides. You are voluntarily participating in this hiking event with full knowledge of the risks involved and agree to accept all risks. By attending this event, you confirm that you have read, understand, and agree to this disclaimer in its entirety.
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