Sustainability

Willka T'ika is a holistic haven in the Andes.

Willka T'ika surpasses the International Criteria for classifaction as an Ecolodge.

The handsome adobe-style buildings that grace Willka T'ika are constructed of natural materials sourced in the area. Hot water used on the property is solar heated. When Willka T’ika’s weekly allotment of water from the local water cooperative is not needed in the gardens, we collect it in large storage tanks for later use. Willka T’ika is one of the few Sacred Valley hotels with its own septic tanks on the property. 

The gardens at Willka T’ika have been strictly organic since their inception in 1994. The large greenhouses supplement the vegetable garden and allow us to grow our own produce year-round. Kitchen scraps and garden trimmings are composted. Willka T’ika keeps its own free-range chickens for production of eggs only. 

Our sustainable practices influence the local community as well. Quechua staff members are taught how to create a chemical-free environment and grow their food organically. Staff gardeners take home seeds from Willka T’ika’s flowers and vegetables to plant on their own farms, and their wives sell the flowers and produce in local markets. 

Magical! My first time abroad and look where I land- a garden of Eden. Muchas gracios. It was wonderful meeting Carol and staff.

Meredith Marshall

Willka T'ika Children's Fund

The fund provides school materials and more to the Andean children and their dedicated teachers in remote areas of the Peruvian Andes.

Carol Cumes Books

888 737 8070 (USA)  |  +1 707 202 5340   |  Info@willkatika.com  |  Located 75 minutes from the Cusco airport

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