Miguel Pacsi

Miguel Pacsi was born in the highlands southeast of Cusco, not far from snow-capped Ausangate, the most sacred mountain to the Inca people. Born into the WT family, with his father being one of our original camp managers, Miguel is a now a second-generation member of our Peru team! He has hiked the famous Inca Trail hundreds of times and holds a teaching degree in History and Geography from the University of San Ignacio de Loyola in Lima as well as a  guides’ degree from the University in Cusco. He is fluent in his native Quechua as well as Spanish and English and loves sharing his vast knowledge of Peru’s local traditions as well as its cultural and natural history. Miguel is a favorite among our trip members and receives rave reviews.

Upcoming Trips:

Inca Trail to Machu Picchu, June 25-July 3, 2013
Inca Trail to Machu Picchu, July 27-August 4, 2013
Inca Trail to Machu Picchu, August 23-31, 2013
Inca Trail to Machu Picchu, October 18-26, 2013

Client Testimonials:


Miguel has a wonderful heart. He has a love of his people, the mountains, and the Incas that is difficult to describe. As we climbed up Dead Woman’s Pass with Miguel blowing his flute, it was truly a unique experience. You are most fortunate to have him as a Trip Leader. A. L., Redmond WA Miguel Pacsi cannot be surpassed. He is knowledge of history, geography, culture, flora, and animals is unlimited and he is a wonderful teacher and humanitarian. Cannot say enough about him. He made the trip unforgettable and wonderful. G. B., Fayetteville NY Miguel really made this trip an experience of a lifetime. He is a classy man in every sense of the word. Thanks again. Paul M., Pasadena CA
Inca Trail Private Journey Miguel is exceptional. He made this a perfect vacation and an A+++ experience. Vicky T., Torrance CA
Inca Trail Private Journey Miguel is a star. His rapport with us, his porters, and the people on the trail was exemplary. Stuart and Molly S., Salt Lake City UT
Inca Trail Private Journey Miguel was superb. We could not have asked for more. We’ve done a lot of guided trips and he was one of the best we’ve ever had. Peter M., Worcester MA Miguel is fantastic! He has an encyclopedic knowledge of the history, architecture, flowers, birds, and so much more. And he’s a warm and caring person who made this a truly wonderful experience. He is a gem! Robert B., Berkeley CA
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I can’t give enough wonderful feedback! Miguel did a superlative job of helping to balance challenge with wonderment. Faith B., Potomac MD
Inca Trail Private Journey Miguel did a fantastic job and his knowledge of the Inca history was amazing! Madge T., Orlando, FL
Inca Trail to Machu Picchu Miguel was the most amazing person I have met. He made the trip absolutely unforgettable and was very warm, caring, and knowledegable. Meghana T., Scottsdale, AZ
Inca Trail to Machu Picchu Miguel was very friendly and knowledgable and showed us some special trails that cannot necessarily handle larger groups. He was delightful. Mark J., Paradise Valley, AZ
Inca Trail to Machu Picchu Miguel is in a class by himself! A true gentleman and a scholar. His firsthand knowledge of the traditions, culture, and history gave him the best vantage point from which to share the trek and experience the landscape, people, and food. He is to be commended for a job well done. Bravo! Helen R., Albuquerque, NM
Inca Trail to Machu Picchu Miguel truly enhanced this trip. I have not had a guide anywhere who was so genuinely caring, intelligent about everything, and beautifully conveyed his love and knowledge of Peru. Karen B., Reno, NV
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