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Huilloc, ancestral memory drawn in the threads of the Andes

Huilloc, ancestral memory drawn in the threads of the Andes

Experience Huilloc’s living Inca culture through community-led rituals, weaving, and collective work that sustains traditions and local livelihoods.

OUR EXPERIENCES
In the Huilloc Community, ancestral customs, knowledge, and traditions remain alive for visitors seeking a deep connection with nature and Inca culture. Travelers participate in rituals, Minka activities, chicha preparation, and walks along ancient paths guided by local families. Huilloc’s master weavers preserve the art of the waist loom, creating textiles inspired by ancestral iconography. The Dance of the Wallatas celebrates sacred Andean birds symbolizing fidelity and life, inviting visitors to join its colorful festivities. Here, Quechua is still spoken and preserved, offering an authentic encounter with the Andean worldview divided into three sacred worlds.

ABOUT US
The Willuq Ayllu Inca Experiential Tourism Association unites 28 families committed to collective work, improved quality of life, and community well-being. Proud of our Inca heritage, we preserve ancestral traditions and warmly share them with visitors, who become part of the extended Huilloc Community family during their meaningful cultural visits.

OUR IMPACT
The Huilloc Community is deeply committed to preserving its ancestral traditions, which continue to guide daily life and strengthen cultural identity. Agriculture, livestock herding, and textile production using natural dyes remain essential practices passed down through generations. These customs not only sustain families but also reflect a profound relationship with the land and the Andean worldview. Tourism has become an important source of local income, allowing the community to share its living heritage while promoting sustainable development.

Visitors who arrive in Huilloc can witness and participate in socio-cultural practices rooted in environmental conservation and community cooperation. Activities such as traditional farming, ancient Andean rituals, and the preparation of natural textiles reveal the depth of their cultural knowledge. Likewise, community dynamics based on collective work—such as minka and ayni—demonstrate values of reciprocity, solidarity, and mutual support. Through these immersive experiences, travelers gain a meaningful understanding of Huilloc’s vibrant traditions and the enduring wisdom of its ancestors.

DETAILS
To learn more, contact: turismocomunitario@mincetur.gob.pe

What are your minimum and maximum group sizes?
1-10

Do you require visitors to pre-book?
Yes

Do you have group rates?
Yes

Do you pay commissions to travel advisors?
1-10

What languages do you offer your services in?
Spanish

When are you open?
All Year