Mancora, Peru, is your perfect escape. This lively beach town on Peru’s northern coast has everything you need for an unforgettable getaway—think warm waves, thrilling water sports, and nightlife that keeps your energy buzzing long after the sun sets. In this comprehensive guide, you’ll ...
An enthralling thing to do in Arequipa, Mercado San Camilo is a bustling market, full of life and energy that offers up an authentic look at the city. The endless stalls are laden with wares and you can find anything from fresh fruit and artisanal products, to gruesome butchers’ stands an...
The market sells everything from fresh fruits and vegetables to live chickens andcuy(guinea pigs). Grab some empanadas for a quick lunch or sit down for adieta de pollo(chicken noodle soup). You can also find traditional clothing, hand-crafted jewelry and other souvenirs. It’s a great pla...
Although this would be included as one of the best things to see in Peru, I would recommend seeing wildlife elsewhere in South America (or even in the Peruvian Amazon). One can see everything from sea lions, turtles, dolphins, Peruvian boobies, penguins, and a variety of other birds. One...
Be advised that the trail can get a bit sh*tty during this trek: everything is transported by mules rather than human porters, so what goes in them for fuel must come out as they move along. It’s longer too, at 45 to 57 miles (depending on the starting point). See more on the ...
Things to do in Lima 2025: A list of the 10 best Things to do in Lima in 2025. No matter how much time you have in Lima or in Peru, a trip to Huacachina Desert Oasis is simply a MUST thing to do in Lima! Quick tip:Visit the official Tourist Information Center in Miraflores, whe...
of stone stairs that feel quite high for average people. Depending on what guide service you have on the trail, there are some companies that will offer porters to carry your tent, sleeping bag, food, etc. Porters race ahead to the night’s camp and assemble everything before parties ...
Binghamtrain is taking you to Machu Picchu, while theAndean Explorerbrings you all the way to Puno, Lake Titicaca. Both of them are quite pricey, but considering the spectacular landscape all around Cusco, more than worth their money. Definitely, a thing to do in Cusco – or rather from ...
Housed in a colonial home near the Plaza de Armas in the city center is the Antique Toy Museum. Here you will find everything from pre-Inca artifacts to spooky Andean dolls. The oldest and most delicate piece is a toy whistle from the Virú civilization that dates back to 200 BC. ...
This delicious dish was first made by women for the soldiers during the Pacific War in 1879, when food was hard to come by. Best food in Peru Peruvian cuisine is wonderfully diverse and our Local Specialists will show you the best places to try everything from traditional meat skewers to ...