What to expect on the Rainbow Mountain trail: the Cusco day-trip that will leave you breathless
Breath-taking not just in the sense of its beauty – the 5200m altitude of the Rainbow Mountain trail will quite literally have you gasping … More
Peru
The perfect country to visit if you’re looking for epic wonders of the world; rich history; diverse terrain; colonial architecture; and hostel partying.
If we only had 2 weeks: Peru itinerary
Peru is often the first place people have on their list when they’re planning a trip to South America – and too right! Home … More
8 things to know before a Peru backpacking trip
A Peru backpacking trip has so much to offer, and the country sure knows how to deliver. It’s a fantastic place to travel to … More
Paracas & El Chaco: Home to Peru’s incredible red-sanded beach
Being so close to Lima (only 3-4 hours by bus), the town of El Chaco, on the edge of the Paracas National Reserve is … More
Huacachina: Peru’s mind-blowing desert oasis
The Huacahina sand dunes and the oasis they surround are becoming more and more insta-famous. You may be disappointed to find that the Peru’s … More
The 6 ways to get to Machu Picchu from Cusco – 2020-21 update
Planning how to get to Machu Picchu from Cusco was one of the most confusing things we’ve had to do in our whole trip. … More
Cusco: The beating heart of Peruvian culture
Ahhh, Cusco, the heart of Peruvian tourism! The main tourist area centres around the Plaza de Armas, and with it’s stunning churches and gardens … More
Lima, Peru’s bustling capital and gastronomical hub
Depending on where you stay in Lima, you’ll either get the impression that it’s incredibly modern or completely crumbling. Lima is a tale of … More
Los Uros: Visiting the unique floating islands on Lake Titicaca, Peru
The floating islands of the Uros are a thing of legends. Known as the ‘water tribe’, the Uro people are a fascinating community who … More
Máncora, Peru’s surf and party capital that pulls travellers in
Seen as one of Peru’s greatest beach towns, Máncora is a pretty cool spot along the coast. There are three faces to it, the … More
Arequipa, Peru: Stunning architecture & the world’s second deepest canyon
Known as the White City, Arequipa has got to be one of Peru’s most beautiful destinations. Surrounded by mountains and steeped in history, Arequipa … More
The Beer Guide: Peru
Like Chile, Peru is another country that geographically has everything, but the national sense of pride feels a little more coherent, perhaps due to … More