Although this once tranquil fishing hamlet is now a popular destination on Peru's 'Gringo Trail', it has clung proudly to its fishing roots. These narrow boats, made from the same reeds used by the Uros in the Lake Titicaca region, are still in use today.

They're known as 'Caballitos de Tortora', meaning "little horses" because of the way they are 'ridden' by the fishermen who use them.

If you wake up early enough (and I mean early; these fishermen are already casting their bait before the sun rises) you can witness an age old tradition in practice.

Read more about Huanchaco here:
http://galloparoundtheglobe.com/huanchaco/

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« Everything was perfect - good communication with Angel before arrival, he helped me with our luggage, the room was excellent, the kitchen has everything you need, laundry was available cheaply, and there's hot water in the shower. Huanchaco is a nice chilled town and there are plenty of places to eat. The market, fruit and vegetable stores and bakery are a couple of minutes walk from the accommodation, the beach about ten minutes walk. We extended our stay multiple times and highly recommend...