How does the 5 Day Inca Trail Trek compare to the 4 Day Inca Trail? The 5 day Inca Trail trek hikes the same route as the 4-day Inca Trail, but you get a better experience. You share the trail and campsites with fewer people. You […]
More problems at Rainbow Mountain Rainbow Mountain saw yet another pitched battle between locals over who has the right to charge entrance fees, on 8th March 2020. 4 people were wounded by bullets. Locals then attacked the police station, demanding those who had been held over […]
The Inca Trail in 2021 may be a different experience from the current Inca Trail. Big changes to how the Inca Trail regulations were announced in November 2018, due to come into place on the Inca Trail in 2020. But they did not happen. They are […]
If you’re the type of person who loves a destination for Christmas, perhaps a Peruvian Christmas is the perfect way to explore the rich culture, avoid the crowds, and of course, have yourself a merry little Christmas. Christmas in Peru is an undoubtedly magical time for […]
Each year, since 2007, we have taken part in the Queuña Raymi Tree Planting Festival, by planting trees together with ECOAN and various partners in the Lares Valley of Cusco. Now known as Queuña Raymi Tree Planting Festival, we work alongside 21 communities to reforest the […]
What if I told you there’s a winery in Peru that’s the highest in the world? It is not yet, but soon will be. Currently planted between 2850m and 3000m, the Apu Winery has plans to become the highest in the world by planting at 3300m. […]
Inca Trail permits go on sale in October. It’s a frequent occurence that certain dates are sold out by the end of the month. It’s no secret that the Inca Trail is one of the most popular treks in South America- if not the world. So […]
The Huchuy Qosqo Trek is a great overnight trek in Cusco. Barely visited, stunningly beautiful, and with the opportunity to get lost within the ruins. Close to the Sacred Valley but completely shrouded from view, the Huchuy Qosqo trek is the perfect outing for those looking […]
You don’t go to Iquitos for the silence. The people at the airfield wore headphones. After a while in the city, I began to wonder if I should too. The city is alive with the rumble of motor taxis, the whine of aircon battling the aggressive […]
While most of the time the cities are safe for tourists, robberies in Peru do happen. It’s best to be aware of this kind of thing before traveling. 1. Armed Robberies in Peru In the wake of the COVID pandemic, petty robberies have become more common […]
Restaurants in Lima. Lima is the culinary capital of South America. Restaurants in Lima certainly have a high standard and you best believe that there are enough different cuisines to satisfy even the pickiest of palettes. This article will explore the different cuisines and the best […]
For years now, there has been a move away from camping in Peru and other popular trekking destinations. A shift towards day treks that stay in hotels in the valley and of building permanent accommodation on trekking routes. However, the reality of camping in Peru is […]
Some of the best restaurants in Peru are known around the world as major players in the world of dining. Peru is known worldwide by food lovers, and the citizens are incredibly proud of its gastronomy. The cuisine varies depending on the regions and places you […]
The Lares Trek to Machu Picchu is a fantastic trek. It allows you to interact with local people as you pass through their pueblitos, deep in the mountains. Our favorite way to do the Lares Trek is to add the one-day Inca Trail Trek, KM104 on […]
It’s no secret that deforestation is a huge problem in Peru, and South America as a whole. So why not offer a one-off contribution and sponsor a tree in Peru to help with reforestation in the Andes? Reforestation efforts in South America have been raging for […]
Aside from the fact we love it personally, we believe adventure travel in Peru can elevate a holiday or tour to something altogether more exciting and memorable. Traditional tourism can be pretty passive, you are a bystander, an outsider looking in, visiting, listening, watching. With adventure […]
The Salkantay Trek is a great alternative trek to our 5 Day Inca Trail Trek to Machu Picchu. Both treks take 5 days to complete; four days trekking through the beautiful Andean mountains and one day touring the world-famous Machu Picchu. Here are seven reasons to hike […]
A Cusco cooking class is an excellent way to get your teeth into the true culture of Cusco cuisine. There are plenty of options out there- but we offer the most comprehensive and inclusive cooking class in Cusco- including a tour of a local market, a […]
Everyone has heard of the Sacred Valley. It has a whole host of big-name sites to visit, has nice accommodation, and is on the way to Machu Picchu. But have you heard of Cusco’s South Valley? For most people as Cusco South Valley day tour would […]
You probably know Peru is famous for Machu Picchu, and for treks such as the Inca Trail. But did you know Peru has some of the top multi-day rafting trips in the world? Amazonas Explorer started more than forty years ago as a rafting company. With […]
Most people want to do a Sacred Valley Tour when they are visiting Cusco. And yes, the Sacred Valley is a beautiful place, overflowing with things to see, do, and experience. However, the standard Sacred Valley tour, offered by hundreds of tour agencies in Cusco all […]
Visiting Peru without trying Peruvian drinks would not be right. Imagine holidaying in France without wine. A visit to Dublin without Guinness. Cold Russian nights without a warming glass of Vodka. An impromptu Cuban street party without Rum. Peruvian drinks, both alcoholic and non-alcoholic, are a […]
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