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“SHANTY TOWN WALKING“ Tour

LIMA, Department of Lima
“SHANTY TOWN  WALKING“ Tour
Overview

“SHANTY TOWN WALKING“ Tour

On this walking tour you will get the opportunity to see how a large majority of Lima's population truly lives in happiness ambience and community system. Our local provider Haku Tours wants to see 'the real' Lima. Take a walk up the famous yellow stairs and along narrow cute roads all the way to the hilltops and discover beautiful city views of Villa El Salvador, San Juan, Pamplona, Villa maria, etc, few of the countries largest Slums. During the tour, we will also visit a local daycare center, and the friendly families from this nice community. The town's huge dimensions and breathtaking views are impressive for any visitor. Remember this tour is about to know people, who will share with you their culture, traditions, believes and thoughts. You should expect to get warm welcomings and happy smiles (locals love visitors)

Itinerary:

Upon arrival, you will be told by your local tour guide about basic guidelines to follow while on the tour. While we know 'Shanty towns' do have a reputation, we want you to feel 100% safe always.

While you slowly make your way to the base of the hill, our guide will explain a little about the community and its developments, the urbanization projects, politics, religion and how Haku helps in the area. Gradually, you will begin your journey up the famouse "yellow stairs", pause for a few pictures of the amazing views in greater Lima, get a glimpse into homes, and interact with neighbors and families we meet during this local life experience.

Stopping along the way to take photos with locals who will be waiting for you at their typical homes, see first-hand the smiling children and hard-working families of Lima. You will probably will meet a local craftsman who produces beautiful hand-made silverware.

On your way down the hill, you will visit a local kindergarten (*not open on weekends but you might meet some of these children while they are playing on the streets), where you have the opportunity to be a part of the local activities, such as volleyball or football, with the local children.

Tour Includes

  • Pick up from your hotel.
  • Transport.
  • English speaking guide.
  • Customized service.
  • All entrance tickets.
  • Tolls.
  • Parking.
  • Return transport to your place.

WE RECOMMEND:

-We highly recommend that you wear colorful clothing because locals found it welcoming.Please wear comfortable clothes and shoes, sunglasses, sunscreen and a hat to make your tour most comfortable. Also take a bottle of water with you and spare battery for your camera.

NOTE:

  • It is very important for us that any special medical condition in our client's health and physical condition that may affect their participation in any tour is an advice that allows us to evaluate if our client is fit for the tour. In case of not informing us about the medical conditions before the tour and if there are medical and/or evacuation expenses, these will be covered by our client.

DONATION SUGGESTIONS:

  • We are sponsors more than 10 different communities.
  • If you wish to make donations of any kind, please contact us in advance.

More Information

  • 3.30 hrs. approx
  • 9:00 hrs and 14.00 hrs
  • Tour guide included
  • Family friendly
  • Offered inSpanish and English

Options and Availability

Showing 2 options

Collectivo Tour

Shared bus tour with specialized guide in Spanish and English. The best price.
Air conditioned busDaily departures
$87.00

Private Tour

Excursion by private car or minibus with exclusive guide service. Pick-up time and itinerary tailored to your interests.
Mini vanDaily departures
$106.00

Policies and Conditions

TOUR PICK UP:

  • All our prices included pick up and drop off to your hotel only when it is in: Miraflores, San Isidro, Barranco. Outside these places, you have to pay a small fee for your pick up/drop off remember fuel is one of the 2 most expensive things in our country together with water.

EQUIPMENT

  • Our clients are responsible for the equipment provided by Haku Tour (our local supplier) or external service providers for the entire duration of the tour. Our clients agree to pay the costs of repair and replacement of the equipment in case of breakage due to their responsibility.

CANCELLATION POLICY 3 days before the start of the tour: 50% No Show & Cancellation 24 hours before the start of the tour: 100%