Peru

Lima is modern, lively and colourful. Its graffiti-laden coastal walk is enchanting, and its many museums housed in colonial buildings are fascinating. It’s easy to think that’s all there is to the capital, and then move on to the natural wonders of Huaraz or the Sacred Valley, tackling the Inca trail from Cusco to the Machu Picchu. But let us introduce you to several beautiful trekking options close to Lima, that make for refreshing day hikes.  This article about the best hikes near Lima contains affiliate links. We’re not selling anything ourselves – we just help products and services we …

Let’s dive into the mysteries of Peru. In a country where nature is closely related to beliefs and traditions, it’s no surprise that many natural landmarks are sacred for one part of the population or another. Hence the creation of 12 national parks, 9 national sanctuaries, 15 national reserves and many more protected areas. Following in ancient footsteps from the jungle to glacial lakes to the top of mountains, hoping to spot the wild vicuña or the elusive condor on the way, we’ve asked fellow travellers to tell us a bit about their favourite national parks in Peru. Best national …