{"id":56479,"date":"2022-09-22T23:52:07","date_gmt":"2022-09-22T13:52:07","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.intrepidtravel.com\/adventures\/?p=56479"},"modified":"2025-03-12T21:28:28","modified_gmt":"2025-03-12T10:28:28","slug":"how-to-get-close-to-nature-in-peru","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.intrepidtravel.com\/adventures\/how-to-get-close-to-nature-in-peru\/","title":{"rendered":"Nine ways to get close to nature in Peru"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>It\u2019s OK to admit you want to visit <a data-wpil=\"url\" href=\"\/peru\">Peru<\/a> for the cute camelids. No drama llama. Alpaca the bags.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>But \u2013 now that the bad puns are out of the way \u2013 it\u2019s worth pointing out that there is so much more to see when it comes to wildlife and nature in Peru. This South American beauty is actually one of the most biodiverse countries on the planet. Throw in a smattering of charismatic cities, rich indigenous cultures and ancient ruins galore, and it\u2019s easy to see why so many travellers put Peru at the top of their bucket list (llama lover or not).<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>From the Andes to the Amazon and everything in between, here are some of our favourite ways to experience the best Pachamama (Mother Earth) has to offer in Peru.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Immerse yourself in the Amazon<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The Amazon rainforest will soothe your soul, while presenting a stark reminder of the need to protect our planet. On Intrepid\u2019s <a href=\"\/peru\/premium-peru-160079\">Premium Peru<\/a> trip, you\u2019ll cruise along the Tambopata river \u2013 on the lookout for capybaras, caimans, macaws and more \u2013 and wake to a chorus of birdsong after spending the night at an eco lodge owned by the local Ese Eja community.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Skip the crowds and hike Palcoyo, the lesser-known \u2018Rainbow Mountain\u2019<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Peru\u2019s \u2018Rainbow Mountain\u2019 was an instant hit with travellers when its blanket of snow melted in 2015 \u2013 most likely due to climate change \u2013 revealing the peak\u2019s colourful streaks. Today, summiting kaleidoscopic Vinicunca is on many a travel wish list, but the increasing crowds might give you the \u2018ick\u2019. On our <a href=\"\/peru\/peru-encompassed-160083\">Peru Encompassed<\/a> trip, opt instead for an excursion to Palcoyo, where the hiking trails are a little easier on the legs and you get three kaleidoscopic peaks for the price of one \u2013 each with the same astounding stripes, just none of the crowds.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.intrepidtravel.com\/adventures\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/Peregrine-Adventures-peru_lake-titicaca_local-traveller-house.jpg\" data-rel=\"penci-gallery-image-content\" ><img fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"681\" src=\"https:\/\/www.intrepidtravel.com\/adventures\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/Peregrine-Adventures-peru_lake-titicaca_local-traveller-house.jpg\" alt=\"A traveller and Uru woman smile at eachother infront of a reed hut on the Uros Islands, Lake Titicaca, Peru.\" class=\"wp-image-56492\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.intrepidtravel.com\/adventures\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/Peregrine-Adventures-peru_lake-titicaca_local-traveller-house.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.intrepidtravel.com\/adventures\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/Peregrine-Adventures-peru_lake-titicaca_local-traveller-house-425x283.jpg 425w, https:\/\/www.intrepidtravel.com\/adventures\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/Peregrine-Adventures-peru_lake-titicaca_local-traveller-house-768x511.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.intrepidtravel.com\/adventures\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/Peregrine-Adventures-peru_lake-titicaca_local-traveller-house-585x389.jpg 585w, https:\/\/www.intrepidtravel.com\/adventures\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/Peregrine-Adventures-peru_lake-titicaca_local-traveller-house-263x175.jpg 263w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/a><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Experience a unique way of life on Lake Titicaca<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Titicaca is the largest lake in <a href=\"\/south-america\">South America<\/a> and one of the highest in the world, at around 3,810m above sea level. No visit is complete without a trip to the Uros Islands \u2013 120 purpose-made islets crafted from the roots and reeds of the totora plant. The indigenous Uros families that live here also use the ubiquitous reeds to build their homes and boats, make medicine and even brush their teeth. Back on firmer land, on trips such as <a href=\"\/peru\/sacred-land-incas-160085\">Sacred Land of the Incas<\/a>, you&#8217;ll stay overnight on the lake shore with a local family.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">E<strong>xplore desert dunes and a real-life oasis in Huacachina<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>No, it\u2019s not a mirage. There really is an oasis on the edge of the Ica desert \u2013 and this tiny town has become a traveller hub, thanks to its towering dunes, blazing sunsets and sparkling lagoon. Adrenaline junkies on our <a href=\"\/peru\/peru-encompassed-124266\">Peru Encompassed<\/a><strong> <\/strong>trip can surf down the sandy slopes or carve some shapes on a dune buggy tour, while others will be happy with the desertscape scenery, best viewed from the ever-shifting dune tops.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.intrepidtravel.com\/adventures\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/Intrepid-Travel-Peru_Inca_trail_trek_PB083345_Grundy.jpg\" data-rel=\"penci-gallery-image-content\" ><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"698\" src=\"https:\/\/www.intrepidtravel.com\/adventures\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/Intrepid-Travel-Peru_Inca_trail_trek_PB083345_Grundy.jpg\" alt=\"A group of travellers pose on a trek, a green valley and mountains behind them.\" class=\"wp-image-56495\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.intrepidtravel.com\/adventures\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/Intrepid-Travel-Peru_Inca_trail_trek_PB083345_Grundy.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.intrepidtravel.com\/adventures\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/Intrepid-Travel-Peru_Inca_trail_trek_PB083345_Grundy-425x290.jpg 425w, https:\/\/www.intrepidtravel.com\/adventures\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/Intrepid-Travel-Peru_Inca_trail_trek_PB083345_Grundy-768x524.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.intrepidtravel.com\/adventures\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/Intrepid-Travel-Peru_Inca_trail_trek_PB083345_Grundy-585x399.jpg 585w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/a><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Trek or train to Machu Picchu for epic views and Inca history<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Think Peru, think <a data-wpil=\"url\" href=\"\/peru\/machu-picchu\">Machu Picchu<\/a>? You\u2019re not alone. The world heritage-listed Inca ruins are the country\u2019s most coveted attraction \u2013 and the impressive archaeology and accompanying mythology are only enhanced by the glory of the surrounding jungled peaks. Tackle the lofty Inca Trail or lesser-known Quarry Trail, or simply take in the scenery from the comfort of a train \u2013 however you get there, prepare to be gobsmacked.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Discover Ballestas Islands \u2013 Peru\u2019s answer to the Galapagos<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Peru is known for its high-altitude hikes, remote Inca ruins and incredible jungles \u2013 but its coastline is just as enchanting. When you cast off from the coast of Paracas to explore the Ballestas Islands by boat on the <a href=\"\/peru\/premium-peru-ica-valley-160117\">Premium Peru with Ica Valley<\/a> trip, you\u2019ll see what we mean. Dramatic natural stone arches and soaring cliffs are circled by seabirds in their thousands, and seals and sea lions sunbathe on craggy outcrops. If you\u2019re lucky, you might even spot a few Humboldt penguins or a pod of migrating whales.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.intrepidtravel.com\/adventures\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/Peregrine-Adventures-peru_cusco_alpaca-head-smile.jpg\" data-rel=\"penci-gallery-image-content\" ><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" src=\"https:\/\/www.intrepidtravel.com\/adventures\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/Peregrine-Adventures-peru_cusco_alpaca-head-smile.jpg\" alt=\"Close up of an alpaca in Peru.\" class=\"wp-image-56498\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.intrepidtravel.com\/adventures\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/Peregrine-Adventures-peru_cusco_alpaca-head-smile.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.intrepidtravel.com\/adventures\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/Peregrine-Adventures-peru_cusco_alpaca-head-smile-425x283.jpg 425w, https:\/\/www.intrepidtravel.com\/adventures\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/Peregrine-Adventures-peru_cusco_alpaca-head-smile-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.intrepidtravel.com\/adventures\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/Peregrine-Adventures-peru_cusco_alpaca-head-smile-585x390.jpg 585w, https:\/\/www.intrepidtravel.com\/adventures\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/Peregrine-Adventures-peru_cusco_alpaca-head-smile-263x175.jpg 263w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/a><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">I<strong>ntroduce the kids to camelids at an alpaca farm near Cusco<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Indigenous communities in Peru have long used the soft fibres from the country\u2019s native camelids \u2013 domesticated alpacas and llamas and wild vicu\u00f1as and guanacos \u2013 to create their colourful textiles. While you\u2019ll likely spot plenty of these doe-eyed creatures on your Peruvian travels, it\u2019s worth stopping by <a href=\"\/peru\/peru-family-holiday-160066\">Awanacancha<\/a>, a living museum near Cusco that preserves and celebrates Andean culture and gives guests a chance to meet a herd of long-lashed, toothy floofs. It\u2019s kid-friendly too \u2013 time for a <a href=\"\/peru\/peru-family-holiday-123928\">Peru Family Holiday<\/a>?<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.intrepidtravel.com\/adventures\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/ECR65628.jpg\" data-rel=\"penci-gallery-image-content\" ><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" src=\"https:\/\/www.intrepidtravel.com\/adventures\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/ECR65628.jpg\" alt=\"An indigenous farmer works the land in Peru. Image courtesy of Colin Yen.\" class=\"wp-image-56524\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.intrepidtravel.com\/adventures\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/ECR65628.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.intrepidtravel.com\/adventures\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/ECR65628-425x283.jpg 425w, https:\/\/www.intrepidtravel.com\/adventures\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/ECR65628-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.intrepidtravel.com\/adventures\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/ECR65628-585x390.jpg 585w, https:\/\/www.intrepidtravel.com\/adventures\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/ECR65628-263x175.jpg 263w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/a><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">An indigenous farmer works the land in Peru. Image courtesy of Colin Yen.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Wake up and smell the coffee and cacao on a farmstay near Ollantaytambo<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Peru\u2019s contemporary food scene has earned global acclaim in recent years \u2013 but its earthy flavours and cherished \u2018superfoods\u2019 have been nourishing the locals for centuries. You\u2019ll get the chance to learn more about two of South America\u2019s most famous beans (coffee and cacao) on our Peru Real Food Adventure, and chow down on a plant-based feast at a rural farmstay.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.intrepidtravel.com\/adventures\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/Peregrine-Adventures-peru_colca-canyon_valley-landscape-view.jpg\" data-rel=\"penci-gallery-image-content\" ><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"696\" src=\"https:\/\/www.intrepidtravel.com\/adventures\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/Peregrine-Adventures-peru_colca-canyon_valley-landscape-view.jpg\" alt=\"A view down into Colca Canyon, Peru.\" class=\"wp-image-56500\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.intrepidtravel.com\/adventures\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/Peregrine-Adventures-peru_colca-canyon_valley-landscape-view.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.intrepidtravel.com\/adventures\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/Peregrine-Adventures-peru_colca-canyon_valley-landscape-view-425x289.jpg 425w, https:\/\/www.intrepidtravel.com\/adventures\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/Peregrine-Adventures-peru_colca-canyon_valley-landscape-view-768x522.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.intrepidtravel.com\/adventures\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/Peregrine-Adventures-peru_colca-canyon_valley-landscape-view-585x398.jpg 585w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/a><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Spot the mighty Andean condor in Colca Canyon<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Peru isn\u2019t short of mind-blowing panoramas, but Colca Canyon is up there with the best. Twice as deep as the USA\u2019s Grand Canyon, it has much to offer the adventurous traveller \u2013 from rafting and trekking to thermal hot springs. Numerous vantage points offer the chance to see ancient terraces farmed since pre-Inca times. If you\u2019re lucky, you might spot a formidable Andean condor soaring on thermal winds on our <a href=\"\/peru\/peru-encompassed-160083\">Peru Encompassed<\/a><strong> <\/strong>trip.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Keen to experience it all for yourself? Browse our <a href=\"\/peru\">Peru trips<\/a> and get booking.<\/strong><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>From the Andes to the Amazon and everything in between, here are some of our favourite ways to experience the best Pachamama (Mother Earth) has to offer in 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