• Chorrillos - Begin the day with a short 15-minute drive to Lima’s charming fisherman’s district. Start by exploring a quaint, local artisanal fish market and its pier, offering stunning coastal views. The guide will share insights into the daily lives of small-scale fishermen before embarking on a 20-minute boat ride, weather permitting.

From the boat, you’ll witness the striking contrast between the vibrant artisanal fishing boats, often occupied by pelicans, and the modern skyline of Miraflores in the distance. Just a few minutes in the opposite direction, you’ll feel far removed from one of South America’s largest cities, surrounded only by the vast Pacific Ocean and the desert landscape typical of the Peruvian coast. Onboard, the guide will narrate historical facts and stories about the sights.

• Morro Solar - Ascend Morro Solar hill, where, on a clear day, you can enjoy the most breathtaking views of Lima and the coastline. Occasionally, you might encounter Lima’s characteristic fog, ‘neblina’, offering a unique experience.

Your guide will explain why Morro Solar is also a significant historic site in Lima.

There’s more to discover here… While the one in Rio de Janeiro is more renowned, the Pacific version of the Christ statue on a hill offers an equally impressive view and story.

• Cementerio de Nueva Esperanza - After driving through various local neighborhoods, which are anything but dull with their lively street scenes, you’ll arrive at a truly unique location: the world’s second-largest cemetery.

It’s an awe-inspiring place, unlike any other cemetery you’ve visited before, nestled among sand hills and human settlements. You’ll have the opportunity to explore, and if you’re a photography enthusiast, you’ll capture many unique and artistic shots.

• San Juan De Miraflores - Next, head to the human settlement where a local cook has prepared a delightful lunch for your group. These settlements emerged from the late 20th-century migration towards the hills in Lima. Although these are Lima’s poorest neighborhoods, they are filled with hardworking individuals striving to provide a better future for their children. The visit emphasizes hope, optimism, and positive initiatives.

This part of the tour aims for responsible cultural immersion. You’ll engage with several locals, learning about daily life in this challenging environment and discovering efforts to improve the situation. We collaborate closely with the local community and an NGO led by locals, which runs several projects to enhance the lives of local children, teenagers, and mothers.

This tour is designed to be customized, considering the physical abilities of your group and your specific interests. On some tours, you’ll visit a workshop where a group of women has organized themselves into a small business, creating handicrafts sold as fair trade products. On other tours, you’ll see the ‘wall of shame’ that separates one of Lima’s poorest neighborhoods from one of the wealthiest. Every tour includes a traditional Peruvian lunch at a local family’s home. The local cook/mom is eager to learn about your background and will share her own stories in return. The perfect cultural immersion!

• Private transportation
• Hotel pickup and drop-off
• Local guide
• Lunch
• All activities

• Gratuities

Looking for a genuine, alternative, and local experience in Lima? Interested in exploring the city beyond the typical tourist spots? This educational and cultural immersion experience is exactly what you need! Discover unique locations and meet incredible locals in areas often missed by tourists. Plus, your visit will support the local project you will explore and learn about.

The highlight of the tour is a visit to one of Lima’s human settlements, where you will meet a local artisan, engage with a social project, enjoy lunch at a local family’s home, and gain insights into daily life in this challenging environment. You will not only learn fascinating historical, political, and cultural facts, but more importantly, your day will be enriched with responsible and meaningful interactions with locals who are dedicated to improving their community. The tour emphasizes positive initiatives and hope.

• Itinerary can be altered because of weather conditions
• Tour can be canceled due to extremely poor weather, political situation or other unexpected events. You will be given the option of an alternative date or full refund
• The duration of transfers are approximate, the exact duration will depend on the time of day and traffic conditions
• Not wheelchair accessible. Due to uneven surfaces, this tour is not recommended for those with walking disabilities or using a wheelchair
• The tour includes driving off the beaten path, including very bumpy roads. Not recommended for participants with medical conditions such as serious back or neck problems
• A small amount of walking on uneven terrain is involved. It is recommended to wear comfortable shoes (no sandals)
• Most of the year (November - May), the sun is extremely strong in Lima (even when it’s cloudy). It is highly recommended to bring sunscreen, a hat and some water.
• Please let us know if you have any food or physical restrictions
• The entire tour is accompanied by a bilingual tour leader. For some parts of the tour a local guide will join.
• From June to October, it can get a bit chilly and muddy in some places because of humidity. Please dress accordingly.
• Please confirm place of pick-up as soon as possible

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.