Privacy Policy & Personal Data Protection

At Machupicchu Spirit, we are committed to protecting your privacy and ensuring that your personal data is handled in a safe and responsible manner. This policy explains how we collect, use, and protect your information.

1. Information We Collect

To provide our travel services, we collect personal information including, but not limited to:

Identity Data: Full name, passport number, nationality, date of birth, and gender (required for Machu Picchu permits and train tickets).
Contact Data: Email address, phone number, and physical address.
Health Data: Dietary restrictions, allergies, or physical conditions (crucial for safety in trekking and spiritual ceremonies).
Payment Data: Billing information and transaction details (processed through secure third-party gateways).

2. Use of Your Personal Data

We use your data strictly for the following purposes:

To process your bookings and issue official entrance tickets and permits.
To communicate important updates regarding your itinerary.
To ensure your safety during high-altitude treks or spiritual sessions.
To comply with Peruvian legal and tax regulations.

3. Data Disclosure to Third Parties

We only share your information with necessary third-party providers to fulfill your travel arrangements, such as:

Government entities (Ministry of Culture for Machu Picchu permits).
Transport companies (PeruRail, IncaRail, or private transport).
Certified Shamanic practitioners or specialized guides (for spiritual/adventure tours).
Hotels and accommodation providers.

We do not sell, rent, or trade your personal data to third parties for marketing purposes.

4. Data Security

We implement technical and organizational security measures to prevent unauthorized access, alteration, or disclosure of your personal information. Your sensitive documents (passport copies) are stored securely and accessed only by authorized personnel.

5. Your Rights (ARCO Rights)

In accordance with data protection laws, you have the right to Access, Rectify, Cancel, or Oppose the use of your data. If you wish to update your information or request its deletion from our database after your trip, please contact us at our official email.

6. Cookies and Tracking

Our website may use cookies to improve your browsing experience and analyze web traffic. You can choose to disable cookies through your browser settings, although this may affect some functionalities of our site.

7. Changes to This Policy

Machupicchu Spirit reserves the right to update this Privacy Policy at any time. Any changes will be posted on this page with an updated revision date.

Last updated: March 10, 2026