Altitude, costs, weather, safety and what to pack — written by Rodrigo, who lives in the Sacred Valley and spent six years in the Amazon.
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Families joining a hub get all of this help included — where to stay, how to get around, what to plan, and what to skip. Rodrigo lives here and answers these questions all month long.
If you're planning your own trip and want the same kind of help, you can book a paid one-to-one call with him.
A 60-minute video call, in English or Spanish, covering:
- Where to base yourself and for how long
- Routes, timing, and what's realistic with your children
- Accommodation — what to look for and what to avoid
- Altitude, weather, and health preparation
- What things actually cost, and where families overspend
$100 · Message Rodrigo on WhatsApp to arrange a time.
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