Iquitos: An Introduction to the Peruvian Amazon
For many Iquitos is just a quick stop before doing an Amazon river cruise or a jungle treehouse stay, however, I’m of the opinion…
Read MoreWhat’s the first thing that comes to mind when you think of travel in Peru? It’s okay if it’s Machu Picchu and the Inca Trail, but there’s so much more to the country than that! Peru is such a varied country with so much to explore; you have the colonial city of Lima perched on the Pacific Ocean, the mesmerizing sand dunes of Huacachina and its green lagoon, wildlife galore on Islas Ballestas just a short boat ride away from Paracas, the floating islands of Lake Titicaca, the city of Iquitos which is in the middle of the jungle and can only be accessed by air or water, the Amazon and all the adventures you can have there including a treehouse stay, and don’t even get me started on Peruvian food! Whether you have a few days to spare or a month in Peru, here are a few ideas to get your travel planning started, and don’t forget to have at least one bowl of ceviche!
For many Iquitos is just a quick stop before doing an Amazon river cruise or a jungle treehouse stay, however, I’m of the opinion…
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The first time I visited Cuzco, I didn’t feel any altitude sickness. I remember thinking it was a bit of a myth, until I saw…
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Hiking the Inca Trail is one of those bucket list items for anyone planning a trip to Machu Picchu, and it’s something that I…
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Lake Titicaca! Despite having travelled to Peru countless times, this was one of those destinations that had somehow managed to evade me. That’s why…
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I’ve said it before and I’ll say it again, Lima is a destination for food lovers! Most of my outings in the city revolved around restaurants, cafes,…
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So you’re visiting Lima and you want to see a bit more of the country, but you don’t quite have enough time to venture…
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While a lot of travellers pass through Lima, most are usually on their way to Cusco and Machu Picchu or on their way back. Lima may…
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