Working Condition of Portes, The poor working conditions of the porters on the Inca trail are nothing new. They have been previously reported by Peruvian media outlets, as well as conscious travelers in TripAdvisor reviews and other media outlets, but these reports did not have the impact expected as neither the Peruvian government nor travel companies have been willing to bring forth changes.
Key Things to Consider in Inca Trail Tour Operators Regarding Carriers:
- Ensure that porters are provided with nutritious meals.
- Check that there are adequate resting areas for porters.
- Make sure the weight limit regulations for porters are respected.
- Verify that porters are supplied with proper equipment, including uniforms and backpacks.
Travel companies pride themselves on being “green”, “eco-friendly”, “sustainable”, “responsible”, etc. etc., but these labels do not match in any way the demands of the porters about their working conditions.