10 Outdoor Activities in Peru That You Shouldn't Miss

January 1, 2022 Jacquiline Darosa

Coordinates: 10°S 76°W / 10°S 76°W / -10; -76
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1. Lares Trek

08002 Peru
Excellent
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5.0 based on 161 reviews

Lares Trek

Reviewed By J1098YTrobinj

“I have no garden to play in so I go up the mountain and try to hunt for birds” says 6 year old Joel, brother of the horseman and cousin of the chef as he joins us and gives a running commentary in Quechua as we walk through the village towards the hot springs. It is the wildness of the landscape and the moments of insight into a vibrant indigenous culture that made this Lares treck the right one for me, along with the knowledge that the tour company gave blankets and school computers to the village. Happy Gringo had me listed as ‘one senior’ but possibly had not realised that at 78 I am 13 years above the age limit set by others. I sensed some unease about whether I could manage the Sicllakasa Pass at 4,830M and with Mauro the tour guide in charge I felt very safe and well protected. I had trained as for a half marathon, travelled to Cuzco slowly by bus and adapted to the thin air, having experienced similar altitudes in Yunnan and Uttar Pradesh. We learn on the way of disaster on the Inka trail, a landslide in which three people have died. I wonder why hundreds of people every day feel compelled to do the most dangerous and possibly least enjoyable route up and down steps so they can say they walked to Machu Pichu when they could be following an Inka trail anywhere in the Andes from Ecuador to Chile. I love mountains in the rainy season, and Mauro in the end answered all my questions, showed me the quarry and explained how they moved the stones. Best surprises were that they are Quechua people who follow an Andean religion, that the word Inka just meant king and that their language has a click sound which I thought was exclusive to African languages such as Zulu and Khosa. It is written as a ‘ as in Calle Q’apchikijllu.

2. Hacienda del Chalan

Paucarbamba bridge s/n Freeway Yanawara, Urubamba 08471 Peru 0051984737897 [email protected] http://www.haciendadelchalan.com
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5.0 based on 184 reviews

Hacienda del Chalan

We organize Horseback riding tours with Peruvian Paso Horses along the Sacred Valley of the Inkas (mid day, 1D, 2-6D). Lakes, snow mountains, archaeological complexes (Moray, Salinas, Ollantaytambo) natural reserves, contact with native towns and civilizations, pleasure and good time are part of our tours.

Reviewed By Claudjjja - Bern, Switzerland

I went on the 3 days horse ride in the valle sagrado and it was one of the best tours i ever did. The horses are beautiful and well trained passo peruanos. We were riding every day arount 5-6 hours. The landscape is incredible and we visited Maras, Moray, Salineras, Chinchero and many other places. Yojan has a huge knowledge about the valle sagrado and it was very interesting to get more details about the life of the farmers and the Inca ruines. The first night we spent in a small comunity called Mizminay. The people are super friendly and welcoming. I recommend this ride to advanced riders who want to experience something unique. For beginners i recommend to do a shorter ride. Thank you for this awesome experience!

3. Playa Punta Patillos

Huarmey Peru
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5.0 based on 1 reviews

Playa Punta Patillos

4. Inca Trail

Cusco 08000 Peru
Excellent
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4.5 based on 2,878 reviews

Inca Trail

Reviewed By tanktekiki1504 - Zurich, Switzerland

We did a two-day hike on the Inca Trail and found it to be very beautiful with lush nature, waterfalls, orchids and fascinating sights on the way. We can absolutely recommend hiking instead of taking the bus to Machu Picchu. The hike is for fitter people though as it goes pretty steep up at certain points.

5. Jungle Nature Hikes

Peruvian rainforest, Puerto Maldonado 17001 Peru +51 958 717 495
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4.5 based on 72 reviews

Jungle Nature Hikes

6. Balneario La Punta

Distrito de El Callao, Callao Peru 4464534 http://www.munilapunta.gob.pe
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4.5 based on 353 reviews

Balneario La Punta

Located outside of Lima in the constitutional province of Callao, La Punta is a peninsula surrounded by the Pacific Ocean and, hence, famous for its seafood. Grab a seat with a view, and enjoy the relaxed atmosphere these traditional neighborhoods offer.

7. Inca Trail

Machu Picchu Peru
Excellent
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4.5 based on 2,190 reviews

Inca Trail

Reviewed By F7638VCnickg - London, United Kingdom

Inca Bridge and Sun Gate Make sure you have a strong heart and knees You need heart on way up and knees on way down Great trails and you get away from the crowd Magnificent views

8. Playa Roja

Paracas National Reserve, Paracas 11550 Peru http://www.paracas.com/turismo/atractivos-turisticos/reserva-nacional-paracas/
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4.5 based on 372 reviews

Playa Roja

Reviewed By DonCesar - Nuremberg, Germany

Great looking beach. No one there and I am not sure if it’s possible to just let there or if it’s supposed to be only to look and not to lay there. Amazing landscape.

9. Playa Lobitos

Piura Peru
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4.5 based on 70 reviews

Playa Lobitos

10. Mariposario de Machupicchu

Avenida Hermanos Ayar On the Way to the Museum and the Bridge to Climb to Machu Picchu, Aguas Calientes, Machu Picchu Peru +51 977 543 974 http://www.mariposasdemachupicchu.com/
Excellent
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4.5 based on 348 reviews

Mariposario de Machupicchu

Reviewed By Supersue27 - Montross, United States

Highly recommend this conservatory. This donation only facility is trying to reintroduce butterflies that have been depleted mostly due to pollution and is in beautiful setting along the serene river. The amenities include interpretation, a small snack and gift shop and bathrooms. You can grab a snack among the birds, butterflies, mountains and river.

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