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The Shanty Town Tour – Local Life Experience

The Shanty Town Tour - Local Life Experience

Overview

This is a unique and cultural experience you'll always remember, you'll have the opportunity to be part of the daily activities of locals that live in the real Lima in happiness ambience and community system.

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Total Price: $
  • We at Haku Tours invite you to see the real Lima, take a walk up the yellow stairs to the hilltops and have a panoramic view of the city. The town’s huge dimensions and breathtaking views are impressive for any visitor.
  • Remember this tour is about to meet 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).
  • See on first hand the smiling children and hard working families of Lima.
  • During the tour, we will visit a local day care center and the friendly families from this nice community.
  • Our guide will explain all about the community and its developments, the urbanization projects, politics, religion and how Haku Tours helps in the area.
  • Get a glimpse into the homes, interact with the neighbors and families we meet during this local life experience.
Highlights
  • Local market tour
  • Panoramic views of Lima city
  • Community kitchen
  • Meet the female community leaders
  • Local kindergarten visit.
  • Guaranteed good time together with locals
Note
  • If we can visit the Shanty town communities is because in advanced we ask permission to the local leaders (they are 18 leaders and 15 of them are women, our Shanty tows are run by women). Haku Tours sponsors over 10 different communities. If you wish to make donations of any kind, please contact us.
  • During all the visit, a local leader representative of the community will be part of the group to make sure the good performance and happy experience in the community.
  • To see the work Haku Tours and our wonderful clients are doing to help these people, please visit our ‘Social Projects’ page.
  • For  2 – 3 people: 45 USD each
  • For  4 – 6 people: 43 USD each
  • For  7 – 10 people: 38 USD each

 

Note:

  • The prices provided are for shared groups, if you want a private service  ask for availability please.
  • We want to inform you that, on all public holidays in Peru, our prices will have a 50% increase.
  • Pick up from your hotel
  • Transport
  • Guide in English or Spanish
  • Customized service
  • Taxes
  • Return transport to your hotel
  • All of our prices include pick up and drop off to your hotel only when it is located in: Miraflores, San Isidro or Barranco. Outside of these areas, we ask that you pay a small fee for your pick up and drop off to your hotel place.
  • Monday – Sunday: 09:00 am or 14:00 pm
  • Comfortable clothes and shoes
  • Sunglasses
  • Sunscreen
  • A hat
  • Water

TripAdvisor Reviews

Anne M
Anne M
2024-04-11
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Fantastic tour It was a great experience! Cesar, the guide, did a fantastic job. You could tell that he enjoyed his job. He spoke great English and explained things in a great and funny way! Huge praise and thanks to Cesar and of course to the driver Joel! Thank you!
Jasper W
Jasper W
2024-04-08
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Fantastic 1-day tour this was an amazing tour! Nataly was very fun and very knowledgeable about the history and the culture of different districts and took time to talk about the food etc. She also seamlessly explained things in both Spanish and English and it made the tour very worth it. Julio was an amazing driver and very courteous. I didn’t bring sunscreen though, and that was my mistake. I’m very red now.
Lisette L
Lisette L
2024-04-08
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The historic center of Lima An interesting visit to the historic center of Lima, taking advantage of the time when you don't have much, our guide Cesar, very friendly, fun and with very good knowledge of the area. Recommended
Sheila
Sheila
2024-04-05
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Traffic, Food and Fun! On Monday, April 1st, my mother and I embarked on the Lima Colors and Flavors walking tour, a delightful fusion of food and art. Despite starting off with a challenge as our hotel was far from the tourist hub of Miraflores, and battling through heavy traffic, we managed to connect with the tour company via WhatsApp to inform them of our delay. Thankfully, they graciously extended our wait time and had a guide ready for us upon arrival. Welcomed warmly by Ms. Aura and her colleague Mr. Carlo(?), our tardiness resulted in a more intimate tour group, which added to the charm of the experience. Ms. Aura, our knowledgeable guide, not only provided us with the day's itinerary but also shared fascinating historical insights as we traversed each destination. Despite the initial apprehension of engaging with strangers, Ms. Aura's amiable demeanor created a comfortable atmosphere. Her evident passion and deep understanding of Peru instilled a sense of pride in her work and country. Venturing off the beaten tourist path, we explored local haunts, indulged in authentic cuisine, and immersed ourselves in the vibrant culture and music of Lima. Be warned, the tour is a culinary feast, so wearing stretchy pants is advisable! I highly recommend this unique experience, especially if led by the exceptional Ms. Aura.
Bryan G
Bryan G
2024-04-04
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Historic Downtown Lima Walking Tour This is definitely a great tour for seeing and gaining knowledge of the history of lima as well as some visits to some historical places around lima... Our tour guide Junior was an absolute wealth of knowledge about Lima and Peru History in general He is the greatest very kind,patient and funny too we had an amazing time and suggest everyone do this very informative tour and by all means request Junior you will not be disappointed...
Marisol G
Marisol G
2024-03-31
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Quite a nice tour I had the incredible opportunity to take a food tour in Lima with guide Gaby, and it was an experience that exceeded all my expectations. We started by exploring Chorrillos, where Gaby took me to authentic and delicious places that I would never have found on my own. The food was simply spectacular, every bite was full of fresh, authentic flavors that truly captured the culinary heart of Lima. Furthermore, the amount of food was generous and left me completely satisfied. But the experience didn't end there; After enjoying the delicacies of Chorrillos, we headed to Barranco to enjoy an ice cream, the perfect sweet culmination for a morning full of gastronomic adventures. The guide Gaby not only had a deep knowledge of local food, but was also delightful company which made the tour even more enjoyable. I highly recommend this tour to anyone who wants to immerse themselves in authentic Lima cuisine and explore the charming neighborhoods of Chorrillos and Barranco. A truly unforgettable experience!
Susan R
Susan R
2024-03-26
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Peruvian cooking class A wonderful experience. I learned so much about Peruvian food. The chef and the interpreter were excellent. It was a wonderful facility and would do it again.
Jonathan
Jonathan
2024-03-24
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Great half day tour Gaby was a fantastic tour guide. Provide a lot of historical knowledge. Would highly recommend if you are looking for a half day tour of the city
nelfa c
nelfa c
2024-03-23
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Amazing city walking tour with Gab! Our half day city walking tour in Lima, led by the exceptional guide-photographer Gab was an absolute delight from start to finish. Gab's wealth of knowledge about the city, combined with her friendly demeanor, made the experience truly unforgettable. Throughout the tour, Gab's passion for her country shone through, enhancing our appreciation for the rich history and culture of Lima. This tour is highly recommended!
Richard Pollack
Richard Pollack
2024-03-19
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Wonderful company, wonderful experience I arranged this this trip for a pick up at the Callao Port in the morning, then drop us off at the airport for our late departure back home. I can not recommend this company more highly. They were easy to communicate through email during booking and then WhatsApp before the pick up. We were met at the port by Natalie and the driver. She was there at the appointed time but was very patient while we had to wait for Peruvian customs to clear the ship. We met up with Leonardo and a small group for the tour in the historical district, then drove to the other locations (Miraflores, Market, Love Park, etc) The lunch was superb. Both Leonardo and Natalie were wonderful guides. Very informative, enthusiastic and responsive to everyone's needs. Our driver to the airport was excellent and deserves a medal for driving through Lima rush hour traffic and managed to get us there safely and with time to spare. It was a wonderful experience and would recommend this company to anyone in the future.