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Inkaterra celebrates 40 years pioneering ecotourism in Peru with a short feature produced by GLP Films and National Geographic Society. Showcasing the emblematic Inkaterra Machu Picchu Pueblo Hotel in the midst of the Andean cloud forest, the film spans from José Koechlin’s involvement as co-producer of Werner Herzog’s classic films Aguirre, the Wrath of God (1972) and Fitzcarraldo (1982), to the development of Inkaterra’s sustainable tourism model in the Amazon rainforest of Madre de Dios and (1975) the Cusco Region (1991), where the brand has recently opened Inkaterra Hacienda Urubamba (new VIRTUOSO® member).
Inkaterra’s new film highlights flora and fauna inventories within hotel grounds, where 214 bird species and 372 native orchid species have been registered. Conservation projects such as organic tea farming and the Andean Bear Rescue Center, which studies the only bear species native to South America, are discussed by Inkaterra Founder & CEO José Koechlin and the Inka Terra Asociación team.
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OCTOBER SIGHTINGS AT INKATERRA HACIENDA CONCEPCIÓN
A large northern caiman lizard (Dracaena guianensis) was found by Inkaterra Explorer Guide Elías León near a swampy area, while escorting a group of travelers on their way to the Native Farm. This rare and hard-to-find reptile is mostly aquatic and known for being a great climber. It was about 1.2 meters long and was resting on a palm tree known as Huicungo (Astrocarium murumuru). During the same week, Explorer Guide Indira Gonzales encountered a family of Howler monkeys (Alouatta seniculus), as well as other two monkey species, the Titi monkeys (Callicebus oenanthe) and Andean Saddle-Back Tamarins (Sanguinus fuscicollis), feeding from Ojé leaves (Ficus insipida) at the Inkaterra Hacienda Concepción Trail System.
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CONDÉ NAST TRAVELLER REVEALS “THE SECRET TRAIL TO MACHU PICCHU”
Stanley Stewart chronicles his experience in Peru’s Inca Trail on his way to the Historic Sanctuary of Machu Picchu. In his search for “lesser known paths, staying in smart new lodges with condor’s-eye views” in the High Andes, the author praises Inkaterra hotels in the Cusco Region for its focus on “making the most of local produce and materials (pre-Inca fabrics) and treading lightly in the environment.”
Click here to learn more about this fascinating journey across sites in the heart of the Inca Empire.
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FODOR’S TRAVEL: INKATERRA HACIENDA URUBAMBA IN TOP 10 REASONS TO VISIT PERU
Fodor’s, the world’s largest publisher of English language travel and tourism information, has revealed its Top 10 Reasons to Visit Peru, one of the “Few South American countries put such a diverse range of experiences—rugged coastline, epic mountains, cultural excursions, and serious adventure—on the same plate.” Among highlights, Inkaterra Hacienda Urubamba is considered a top choice to enjoy luxury in the Andes. “All 36 rooms (some with fireplaces) have spectacular Andes views, blankets made from baby alpaca wool, and lush Pima cotton sheets to make sure you’re bedded down in ultimate comfort,” says collaborator Terry Ward.
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MEAM NEWSLETTER INTERVIEWS JOSÉ KOECHLIN
Marine Ecosystems and Management (MEAM) interviewed Inkaterra Founder José Koechlin on the Cabo Blanco tourism project. Inkaterra’s efforts aim to restore and conserve marine diversity in the Peruvian Tropical Sea, while contributing with the community’s development through sustainable fishing and eco-friendly activities such as surfing and sea life observation. “National and international media attention that Inkaterra has brought to the Cabo Blanco project has helped build support from the (Peruvian) government, the private sector, and the global sports fishing community,” says Mr. Koechlin about this venture.
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