Sumaq Ñawi was born from years of building genuine relationships with families, artisans and communities across Peru. Rather than creating experiences around destinations, we create them around people. Every journey is an invitation to slow down, learn through participation and experience Peru through the relationships that make each place unique.

Our experiences are designed for curious travellers who value meaningful human connection, cultural exchange and slower ways of exploring Peru. No previous experience is required—only openness, respect and curiosity.

Simply click Start the Conversation and we'll send you our complete Information Pack, including the full itinerary, practical information, and investment details.

If you decide to join ROOTED, we'll ask you to complete a short participant form so we can learn more about you, including your travel details, dietary requirements, and anything else we need to prepare for your experience.

To secure your place, we'll send you a payment link for the USD 199 reservation deposit. Once your booking is confirmed, we'll arrange a personal video call to answer any remaining questions and help you prepare for your journey to Peru.

Secure your place on ROOTED with a USD 199 deposit, then pay the remaining balance at your own pace before departure.

Whether you choose to pay in a few instalments or spread the cost over several monthly payments, we'll work with you to create a plan that suits your needs.

There are no hidden fees—just a clear, flexible payment process designed to make planning your journey as simple as possible.

Once your reservation is confirmed, we'll guide you through every step leading up to your journey.

We'll schedule a personal video call to answer any questions, get to know each other, and help you prepare for your experience. You'll also receive a participant form so we can gather your travel details, dietary requirements, health information, and anything else we need to make your experience as comfortable as possible.

We're also happy to support you with practical planning, including advice on booking flights, travel insurance, and preparing for your time in Peru.

Around one month before the journey begins, you'll be invited to a private WhatsApp group with the other participants and your guide. This is a space to connect, ask questions, receive important updates, and start getting to know the people you'll be sharing this experience with.

Absolutely. Many participants join on their own, and our small group experiences naturally create a warm and supportive environment where genuine friendships often emerge.

There is no specific age limit to join ROOTED.

We welcome participants of different ages and backgrounds, and we believe that every group is enriched by the diversity of the people who share the journey.

The most important requirement is that you feel comfortable taking part in the activities included in the itinerary, which involve moderate walking, time at high altitude, and active participation in community experiences.

If you're unsure whether ROOTED is the right fit for you, we'd be happy to discuss it with you before you reserve your place.

Accommodation varies depending on the journey. This may include carefully selected lodges, family homes within local communities or mountain camps during trekking experiences. Each stay has been chosen to offer an authentic and meaningful experience while ensuring comfort appropriate to the location.

Every experience is built through long-term relationships with the families, artisans and community leaders who collaborate with Sumaq Ñawi. We work together to create experiences based on trust, respect and mutual benefit, ensuring that cultural exchange remains genuine and meaningful for everyone involved.

You can reach us anytime via our contact page or email. We aim to respond quickly—usually within one business day.

No. All experiences are guided in English and Spanish, allowing you to fully participate while also enjoying opportunities to connect with local communities in meaningful ways.

Yes. Alongside ROOTED, we offer personalised immersions for travellers who wish to explore a particular region, community or area of learning in greater depth. Every personalised journey begins with a conversation.

Absolutely.

We're always open to collaborating with people and organisations who share our values of human connection, cultural exchange and meaningful travel.

Whether you're a retreat facilitator, educator, artist, photographer, researcher or simply have an idea for creating an experience in the Andes or the Peruvian Amazon, we'd love to hear from you.

Every collaboration begins with a conversation. Together, we can explore how to create an experience that is authentic, respectful and deeply connected to the communities we work alongside.

Rather than asking you to choose from a catalogue, we take the time to understand what inspires you, answer your questions and guide you through the process from beginning to end.

From our first conversation to the moment you arrive in Peru, you'll have direct, personal support. We believe that creating meaningful experiences begins long before the journey itself.