RESPONS Homestays
RESPONS offers the opportunity to experience the Andean mountain culture by providing accommodation with local families in Andean communities. Visitors participate in daily (farming) activities of the host family, learn about local practices and traditions, and will find this an experience never to forget. This ‘community-based tourism’ is organized in such a way that it creates maximum benefit to the local community as a whole.
RESPONS currently offers homestays experiences in three different communities: Vicos, Humacchuco and San Miguel de Marankiari. Locate them on our map!
Engage in Vicos' authentic culture
Located 45 minutes drive north of Huaraz, Vicos is an authentic peasant community where 7 families provide homestay facilities for visitors. This rural community with very dispersed dwellings is located at the base of the Copa Mountain (6,188m). The Vicosinos mainly live off their lands, as they have been doing for centuries. The unique history of Vicos makes it a very special community to visit, and you certainly feel honoured to be able to take part in the Vicosinos' daily life for just a few days.
Located 45 minutes drive north of Huaraz, Vicos is an authentic peasant community where 7 families provide homestay facilities for visitors. This rural community with very dispersed dwellings is located at the base of the Copa Mountain (6,188m). The Vicosinos mainly live off their lands, as they have been doing for centuries. The unique history of Vicos makes it a very special community to visit, and you certainly feel honoured to be able to take part in the Vicosinos' daily life for just a few days. Discover Humacchuco's spectacular surroundings
Humacchuco, about 2 hours drive north of Huaraz is located at the base of Huascaran mountain (6,768m). The main attractions of this community are the biodiversity of the flora and scenic beauty of the surroundings. The arquitecture of their lodges is inspired by the traditional huts of the campesinos, but with a modern touch. The people from Humacchuco are very friendly and will make your stay a very special, rewarding and interesting one.
Humacchuco, about 2 hours drive north of Huaraz is located at the base of Huascaran mountain (6,768m). The main attractions of this community are the biodiversity of the flora and scenic beauty of the surroundings. The arquitecture of their lodges is inspired by the traditional huts of the campesinos, but with a modern touch. The people from Humacchuco are very friendly and will make your stay a very special, rewarding and interesting one.The Asháninka's invite you to meet the Jungle
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San Miguel de Marankiari, about 8 hours drive from Lima, is located in the Central Peruvian Jungle. It is an area of exuberant nature with beautiful sceneries and a varied flora and fauna. There are several eco lodges created under the concept of sustainability.
Your hostfamily will cook for you and ensure that you have a great experience!
San Miguel de Marankiari, about 8 hours drive from Lima, is located in the Central Peruvian Jungle. It is an area of exuberant nature with beautiful sceneries and a varied flora and fauna. There are several eco lodges created under the concept of sustainability. Your hostfamily will cook for you and ensure that you have a great experience!
