Northern Peru hides treasures that, just fifteen years ago, didn’t appear on any tourist map. Among them are the village of Cocachimba and the majestic Gocta Waterfall. A Transformation Powered by the “Eternal Fall” For decades, the inhabitants of Cocachimba lived alongside one of the world’s tallest waterfalls without realizing its global significance. Since the … Cocachimba: Your Complete Travel Guide
Meeting Julian Bravo: The Creative Heart of Tucume and Keeper of Ancestral Dyes When traveling through Northern Peru to the heart of the Valley of the Tucume Pyramids, visitors often expect a mystical encounter with Pre-Inca history. Yet, what leaves the most lasting impression are the faces of the local people keeping this rich heritage … Julian Bravo Native Cotton Workshop in Tucume
Why We Measure the Carbon Footprint of Our Trips: Transparency, Findings, and Actions for 2026 At Phima Voyages, we have always championed a vision of tourism that makes sense: tourism rooted in reconnection, human connection, and respect for the local communities and environments that welcome us. However, to sustainably preserve the destinations that inspire us, … Carbon Footprint: Transparency, Findings, and Actions for 2026
Behind the Scenes: How We Organize Activities with Our Local Partners Organization, time management, fair pay, and transparency: sharing our core values. When you choose to travel with Phima Voyages, you already know that an excursion into the heart of a community or a workshop with a local artisan isn’t something arranged in a single … Responsible Tourism: Behind the Scenes of Our Local Activities
The Reality on the Ground: What Traveling and Staying in a Homestay with Locals in the Andes Truly Means At Phima Voyages, our philosophy is rooted in a deep conviction: travel should be a space for authentic encounters, sharing, and reconnecting across cultures. When you choose to step off the beaten path to embark on … Staying in a homestay in the Andes
1. Who Are We? Our Vision and Our Team At Phima Voyages, we see ourselves as more than just travel designers; we are facilitators of meaningful encounters and guardians of Peruvian heritage. Since our inception, our vision has remained steadfast: to use tourism as a catalyst for rural development and environmental preservation—particularly in Northern Peru, … 2025 Sustainability Report: Our Commitment to Sustainable Tourism in Peru
Chachapoyas is the capital of the Amazon region. It is located at 2 335 m above sea level; an altitude that does not require special acclimation. It is a capital of human size, with about 40 000 inhabitants, a very nice historic center, wooden balconies, a colonial style and very safe streets. During your visit in … Visit Chachapoyas – our complete guide
The Gocta waterfall is located in the Amazonas region of Northern Peru. It is considered one of the highest in the world and was only discovered in 2002 by the German Stefan Ziemendorff. The Gocta Waterfall is located in the Amazonas region, in northern Peru. It is considered one of the highest waterfalls in the … Impressive Gocta waterfalls !
Leymebamba is located at an altitude of 2,200 m. Nestled at the bottom of a lush green valley and close to the source of the Utcubamba River, Leymebamba attracts travelers for many reasons. Among the must-sees: the Mummy Museum (Mallqui Museum), the numerous archaeological sites, the region’s history marked by the Chachapoya, the Incas, and … Everything you need to know about Leymebamba
As you already know, Phima Voyages is a travel agency committed to responsible and rural tourism. We obtained the Travelife Certification for Travel Agencies in November 2019. A common point in responsible tourism is carbon emissions for long-haul flights. So, to reduce the carbon footprint of our customers, we decided to support reforestation in our … Carbon footprint : Let’s plant trees !