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About Karikuy
Founded by Julio C. Tello on September 4th 2007, the Karikuy Organization was created with the vision of bringing people from all walks of life together to experience Peru like few have. From remote ceremonies to hidden metropolitan hot spots, Karikuy guides you in exploring Peru in ways that few agencies do. Karikuy drops you in the center of one of the most colorful cultures on earth with the aim of widening your view of the world through social and traditional tourism.
An old Inca saying defines the organization and its goals, Karikuy; "to live life with an open heart". Karikuy applies this motto in the way we do business, as we're always thoughtful of our customers who in turn become friends and collaborators. More then just a business Karikuy is phase 1 of a broader project of social development which you can read more about throughout this web site. Karikuys' survival as a company and humanitarian organization is in the hands of our customers whose support and business fund our programs. Through tourism and exploration we invite you to experience Peru with Karikuy as your guide, with us you will not be a passing tourist, but fully enveloped in the activities and culture surrounding you.
Peru has seen a boom in its tourism industry since the start of the millennium, however most current tour companies are taking advantage of this growth and shuttling tourists through the country in assembly line fashion, profits drive these international companies, not the end result of your experiences in Peru. With Karikuy you will meet the people who call Peru home, sharing a more personal experience with the culture surrounding you. Our aim as a travel company is for you to leave the country with a new found appreciation for Peruvian culture and its people.
At Karikuy we love to save our clients money, Our programs have you pay what a Peruvian would for food and access to archaeological sites and other services. Where do we profit? The profit goes straight to our programs and the ultimate vision of our founder, whom you can read more about below. The benefits of this system is that you have more capital left to spend on the people who need it most in Peru. Because whether you purchase a hand made belt or a piece of Inca jewelry, you will be directly supporting those who make it through your purchases. So if your looking to make Peru your next travel destination consider Karikuy as your hosts and get more out of your vacation, with us you'll experience how to live what the Incas called Karikuy.
An old Inca saying defines the organization and its goals, Karikuy; "to live life with an open heart". Karikuy applies this motto in the way we do business, as we're always thoughtful of our customers who in turn become friends and collaborators. More then just a business Karikuy is phase 1 of a broader project of social development which you can read more about throughout this web site. Karikuys' survival as a company and humanitarian organization is in the hands of our customers whose support and business fund our programs. Through tourism and exploration we invite you to experience Peru with Karikuy as your guide, with us you will not be a passing tourist, but fully enveloped in the activities and culture surrounding you.
Peru has seen a boom in its tourism industry since the start of the millennium, however most current tour companies are taking advantage of this growth and shuttling tourists through the country in assembly line fashion, profits drive these international companies, not the end result of your experiences in Peru. With Karikuy you will meet the people who call Peru home, sharing a more personal experience with the culture surrounding you. Our aim as a travel company is for you to leave the country with a new found appreciation for Peruvian culture and its people.
At Karikuy we love to save our clients money, Our programs have you pay what a Peruvian would for food and access to archaeological sites and other services. Where do we profit? The profit goes straight to our programs and the ultimate vision of our founder, whom you can read more about below. The benefits of this system is that you have more capital left to spend on the people who need it most in Peru. Because whether you purchase a hand made belt or a piece of Inca jewelry, you will be directly supporting those who make it through your purchases. So if your looking to make Peru your next travel destination consider Karikuy as your hosts and get more out of your vacation, with us you'll experience how to live what the Incas called Karikuy.
Small Organization. Big Dreams.
ABOUT THE FOUNDER
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Born in Lima, Peru during the Maoist guerilla uprising of the early 80's, Julio Cesar Tello began his life amidst the violence and poverty of a nation in crisis. His parents, a nurse and factory manager took initiative, fleeing the country when super inflation hit and guerillas struck down a family member. Decades would pass before Julio finally returned to see his homeland and the family he had left behind.
Twenty years would pass before he finally returned to his country. Upon his return he travelled extensively throughout Peru meeting his countrymen and women. On seeing the conditions and hearing the stories of those less fortunate in his country he made a promise to himself and his people; a promise that he would return to help his country develop and grow.
Twenty years would pass before he finally returned to his country. Upon his return he travelled extensively throughout Peru meeting his countrymen and women. On seeing the conditions and hearing the stories of those less fortunate in his country he made a promise to himself and his people; a promise that he would return to help his country develop and grow.
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| Ñawpa Kutiq |
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The most important and ultimate goal of Karikuy; Project Ñawpa Kutiq aims to build green communities in the Andes. Promoting the advancement of Art, Science and Culture, Ñawpa Kutiq; "return of the past / return of the future" builds on ancient models of communal service and organization to enhance labor and the quality of life for it's residents. A free and responsible social democracy is the foundation on which Project Ñawpa Kutiq will be built. Self sustaining technology will gradually be implemented in creating a carbon free community. Organic agriculture and the expertise of generations old farming techniques will feed the entire populace as it once did during the Inca Empire. Phase 1 of the Ñawpa Kutiq Project consist of raising funds to acquire land to begin work on Phase 2 which will begin to lay the foundation of housing and town infrastructure. Through your help this project will manifest from vision to reality. Your business with Karikuy and/or direct involvement with the project will undoubtably help us succeed in this goal of not just providing a better future for Peruvians but also serving as a model for communities worldwide. |
| Perupedia |
Our current project is almost as ambitious as Ñawpa Kutiq. The Perupedia Project, now also known as the Karikuy Volunteer Program has been cataloging articles, media, and informational resources in a sleek and easy to navigate web site since 2009. Perupedia is a wiki at heart, based on the popular Wikipedia platform it gathers information on all topics concerning Peruvian culture. Currently there are entries for all the major Provinces of Peru and a wealth of information on history, music and travel as well as a database of other volunteer programs inside Peru. Our current volunteer program is $65 a week and is aimed at writers/researchers who wish to spend time in Lima and learn about Peruvian culture. Our volunteers also have access to our lowest fares and tour prices during their stay. If you want to volunteer please submit an application. |
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