Our Time in the Andes

Back from Cuzco and Machu Picchu. What an amazing, though physically challenging, trek through the Andes Mountains. Everyone made it, though, and it is surely an accomplishment none of us will forget. Almost 15,000 feet at one point! Below are some pictures from the trip; but first here to tell you about is Peru Crew member Abigail Stopczynski:

So, three days hiking in the Andes was not an easy feat. Even some of the most experienced hikers on this trek had some difficulty. At 15,000 feet above sea level, breathing was a hard task. When the elevation wasn´t taking our breath away, the views were. Snow capped mountains, llamas, alpacas, and so much more were surrounding us. The only way to truly explain how beautiful the sites were are to see the pictures we will post very soon. In a way, this was a trip of firsts for many of us: first time hiking, first time camping, first time without a "real" bathroom, and my first time riding a horse. Although it was extremely trying, the end result (Machu Pichu) was incredible. It´s hard to believe that it is still standing after hundreds of years. Anyways, the pictures will be able to tell the rest.
Ciao!