INCA International Nature and Cultural Adventures

INCA International Nature and Cultural Adventures Immersive small group and private luxury experiences in awe-inspiring destinations. Founded in 1976. A Bit of History
INCA (formerly Inca Floats, Inc.)

We have long been one of the leading companies offering small, intimate adventures because we hold ourselves (and our trips) to especially high standards of quality and safety. Wherever we travel we are downright fussy about our guides, itineraries, accommodations and transportation in order to give you the best possible experience. began in the 1970's as a family adventure when Bill Roberson, a scientist and professor, and his two daughters, Kim and Marika, traveled to Peru and the Galápagos Islands. They had such an adventurous, silly and educational time that they couldn't wait to share it with their friends. And so a company was born. In 1996 Inca Floats became INCA, International Nature & Cultural Adventures, to reflect our new adventures outside of South America. INCA is now more than the Roberson family supplying, guiding, and cooking as on our early treks. We have grown at home and abroad with dedicated, talented staff here in Emeryville and in each of our destinations. Along the way we have continued our devotion to making each trip enriching—as hassle-free and as comfortable as possible for each of our travelers—without sacrificing any of the adventure while doing it. Our Exclusive Associates
Providing trouble-free, enjoyable adventures requires constant attention to details where it counts—at the trip location. So we carefully select some of the most important people on your trip—our overseas partners, who work exclusively for INCA travelers. Our thoughtful and caring friends in Ecuador, Peru, Galápagos, and Turkey do it all—from getting roses for your sweetheart to tracking down missing luggage to finding a doctor. They're on call, 24 hours a day, just to take care of you. Adventure with a Conscience
We are proud to be one of the first adventure travel companies whose corporate mission statement expresses principles of ecotourism. We are committed to increasing the awareness of human responsibility toward the environment; to working with conservation organizations to protect the animals, plants and artifacts of the special places we visit; and to supporting the local economies by employing local associates who share our vision. As an INCA traveler you participate in sustainable pleasure in the wonders of our world.

What’s the most remote place you’ve ever traveled to see wildlife? 🐧 Our INCA travelers would say Antarctica, and Right ...
09/10/2026

What’s the most remote place you’ve ever traveled to see wildlife? 🐧

Our INCA travelers would say Antarctica, and Right Whale Bay in South Georgia is a big reason why. It’s home to one of the densest king penguin colonies on the planet, tucked into a place that’s about as far from anywhere as travel gets.

This king penguin shows off one detail worth a closer look, the orange and yellow marking flowing down its neck. It’s more than color. That gradient plays a role in mate recognition, letting a bird find its partner in a colony of thousands by shape and shade alone.

Getting to South Georgia usually means days at sea before you ever set foot on the beach. Worth every one of them for moments like this.

09/08/2026

What’s the highest elevation you’ve ever traveled to?🏔️

This is the Sacred Valley in Peru, sitting around 9,000 feet and still lower ground than Cusco above it. Cut by the Urubamba River and farmed by the same communities who’ve worked this land for generations, every checkerboard field down there is corn, potatoes, or quinoa, planted right up to the edge of town because in the Andes, flat land is rare and every meter of it counts.

That’s part of why this valley became so vital. It’s one of the few places the Incas could farm at scale instead of just build on, and centuries later, it still is.

Would you nap here if this beach belonged to you too?This one’s sprawled out on Gardner Bay, Española, doing what Galápa...
09/03/2026

Would you nap here if this beach belonged to you too?

This one’s sprawled out on Gardner Bay, Española, doing what Galápagos sea lions do best: claiming the sand like it’s theirs, because on this island, it basically is. That sandy face isn’t just cute, it’s proof of a full body flop. Unlike true seals, sea lions can rotate their hind flippers underneath them to walk on land, which is exactly how they end up sprawled mid beach instead of hugging the shoreline.

Española is one of the best places in the archipelago to see this up close. The island has no natural predators on land, so the colonies here are relaxed almost to the point of comedy. Pups nurse a few feet from nesting waved albatross, and adults like this one will flop down mid path and stay there for hours, completely unbothered by anyone walking around them.

A reminder that in the Galápagos, wildlife doesn’t move for you. You move for it.

Why do photos of snow and ice never look like what you actually saw?Antarctica is one of the most rewarding places on Ea...
08/18/2026

Why do photos of snow and ice never look like what you actually saw?

Antarctica is one of the most rewarding places on Earth to photograph, but it plays by its own rules. Blinding white light that fools your exposure. Cold that drains batteries in minutes. Penguins, seals, and seabirds close enough to test your patience and your composition skills.

We wrote a blog diving into these challenges with tips and tricks for capturing the ice and wildlife of the 7th continent, whether you’re shooting with a full camera kit or just your phone. Link in bio to read it.

Have you ever traveled somewhere and struggled to capture what it actually felt like to be there? Tell us in the comments!

What’s a place you’ve been to that felt completely undiscovered? Termessos might top our list. This mountaintop city in ...
08/07/2026

What’s a place you’ve been to that felt completely undiscovered?

Termessos might top our list. This mountaintop city in Turkey sits over 3,000 feet up in the Ta**us Mountains, reachable only by a hike through a forested canyon, with no crowds and barely any excavation done.

Even Alexander the Great decided it wasn’t worth the fight. Read the full story on our blog to learn more about this ancient city.

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Is the Galápagos a good family vacation? We’d argue it’s one of the best 🐢🌊Three generations of our own founder’s family...
08/04/2026

Is the Galápagos a good family vacation? We’d argue it’s one of the best 🐢🌊

Three generations of our own founder’s family have stood on these same shores. That history shapes everything we do, from naturalist guides who live in the islands full time to a boat built around family, not just adventure.

New blog is live. Link in bio for the full story.

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07/28/2026

Cusco backcountry, no notes🦙

Above Pisac, where the Inca terraces give way to open ridgeline and the alpacas have the run of the place.

Could you handle the altitude?




07/16/2026

What’s the first thing you’d do in Peru?

Ancient trails. Llamas with plenty of personality. A train ride through the Andes that turns into a celebration. And, of course, the unforgettable moment when Machu Picchu comes into view.

Peru fills every day with something unexpected, whether it’s breathtaking landscapes, rich history, or the incredible people you meet along the journey.

Click the link in the bio to start planning your Peru adventure.




07/09/2026

This male frigatebird is putting on a show! He inflates his throat pouch into a bright red balloon, then rattles his bill against it and throws his head back to call in a mate. The display can take 20 minutes to build to full size, and he’ll hold it for hours waiting for a female to notice from the air.

The Galápagos are home to 13 native bird species found nowhere else on earth, from the blue-footed b***y to the flightless cormorant. Frigatebirds are among the few that never learned to fear humans, a trait shared across the islands thanks to over a million years of evolution without natural predators.

On our Galápagos expeditions, moments like this happen just steps from the trail, with naturalist guides on hand to explain the behavior as it unfolds. Come see it for yourself!




07/07/2026

In the Andean town of Chinchero, weaving is more than an art form. It is a living tradition passed down through generations.

At the CTTC visitors can witness the remarkable process behind every textile, from hand-spun wool and natural dyes to intricate patterns that reflect centuries of Peruvian culture and knowledge.

Founded to preserve techniques that were at risk of disappearing, the center continues to support weaving communities across the Cusco region while helping keep these traditions alive for future generations.

An INCA visit to Chinchero offers more than a demonstration. It is an opportunity to connect with the people, stories, and heritage woven into every thread.

Click the link in our bio to read the full story on our blog.




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