Lima Shanty Town Tour: Experience Local Life and Culture in Lima's Crowded Districts

Immerse yourself in the vibrant culture of Lima’s shanty towns on this unique anthropologist-led tour. Experience daily life, meet friendly locals, challenge preconceptions, and support community development projects.

Duration: 3 hours, 30 minutes
Cancellation: 24 hours
Highlights
  • Market May 12 - Experience the vibrant pulse of the city at a local market, where you can engage with traditional vendors and fully immerse yourself in Peruvian culture.
  • Villa el Salvador - At Haku Tours, the aim is to showcase “the real Lima”. Ascend the renowned yellow stairs and navigate through narrow paths to reach the hilltops, where…
What's Included
  • Professional guide
  • Private transport
  • Small group
  • In-vehicle air conditioning
  • Bottled water
What's Not Included
  • Gratuities
Additional Information

Embark on a unique anthropological adventure as you immerse yourself in the routine practices and responsibilities of residents in one of Lima’s most densely populated neighborhoods.
Throughout this journey, you’ll encounter some of the most hospitable individuals from the various neighborhoods we’ll explore. This enlightening expedition overturns usual…

Location
Av. José Larco 724
Avenida José Larco
Dear client, if you don't need pick up, you can meet us at our office located at Av. Jose Larco 724, Miraflores.
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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U4769zglucie_
Aug 25, 2025
Important tour to do in Lima - It was a great tour. I can imagine even that it could be longer and cover bigger part of Villa El Salvador, but overall it was a great and important experience.
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Pioneer23290991580
Aug 25, 2025
Highly recommended - Very interesting and rewarding experience, my guide Giovanna shared information and stories of the community and the whole Lima. Highly recommended
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Monica
Aug 24, 2025
Shanty tour - We had Giovanna as our tour guide and Mr M as our driver . They were truly amazing! We walked around the local market and visited a local neighborhood. We were lucky to see the real and traditional side of Peru! It’s definitely worth it
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Alex
Aug 13, 2025
The best way to see Lima - This tour was the best part of my Lima adventure. The organization and care from the company is unmatched. Leo did an amazing job as my guide. All the locals knew and loved him. I would highly recommend!
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Deborahaa1188dp
Aug 3, 2025
Meaningful and Inspiring Shanti Tour with José – Highly Recommended! - We had a fantastic experience today on our Shanti Tour through Lima with our guide, José. He picked us up from our hotel right on time, and from the beginning, we felt well taken care of. Our first stop was Villa El Salvador, where we visited a local market. This was a great and authentic experience – we spoke with local vendors, had the chance to try some products, and could even buy something if we wanted. It really gave us a feel for the local atmosphere. After that, we headed to Velo Horizonte, where we visited several social projects that are supported by this tour. These included a school for children, a center for the elderly, and a community soup kitchen. Each visit was informative and eye-opening. José explained everything very clearly and gave us a deep insight into the daily life and challenges in the area. He spoke excellent English and was able to answer all our questions thoroughly and thoughtfully. His calm and respectful manner made the whole experience even more meaningful. This tour goes beyond traditional sightseeing – it offers real perspective and supports important local initiatives. We left with a lot to think about and a deep appreciation for the community work being done. 100% recommended – amazing guide, great service, and a tour that truly makes a difference!
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Ernest_m
Jul 28, 2025
Very educational... - Very educational experience! Highly recommend! It was nice to see the community and hear about all the amazing work being done
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Sitinuratiqahr
Jul 12, 2025
One-of-a-kind experience! - This was definitely a one-of-a-kind experience unlike any other touristy tours offered in Lima. I am so glad I decided to go on this experience and get to meet Tuanama who is such an inspiration. My guide, Maverick, was also so friendly and knowledgeable. I went on the tour as a solo female and felt safe the entire time. I highly recommend this experience if you want something that you’ll remember for a lifetime!
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R
Jun 18, 2025
Awesome experience! - This was a memorable tour. Paola and Cesar did a great job sharing the history of Lima and the Shanty towns. Being able to visit a local market and the soup kitchen was a great experience. The locals we met and interacted with very friendly. Our driver was courteous and drove safely. We recommend this tour to anyone that wants to experience something different than the touristy areas of Lima.
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Antoinef830
May 15, 2025
Great! - A great experience in this area of Lima. Local market with interesting exchange with some traders. Nice meeting with the community leader. Leonardo is a kind and very friendly guide. There are no taboo questions with him..
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Julie
May 1, 2025
Absolutely a must do activity when visiting Lima. Get to mingle with the locals and experience the "real" Lima. - This was one of our best experiences when visiting Lima, meeting inspirational local people striving to improve their local communities. Our guide, Leonardo, and our driver were excellent.
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up to 10 guests
2 - Adult
Cancellation: Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start of your experience (local time).