Hiking the Salkantay Trek to Machu Picchu was one of if not my favorite activities I did in 2022. I have heard the Pros and Cons of both the Incan Trail and this hike and decided this one was for me. The combination of the many different spots you get to see and explore is…
Peru was my favorite country I visited in 2022. I had always dreamed of coming here but I never thought I’d fall in love as I did. With the cost of travel being low and the hikes being high (in altitude), Peru should be at the top of everyone’s bucket list. We stayed in certain…
Peru is close to my heart. I had dreamed of coming down to do the hikes in Huaraz for some time because of all of the different hikes you can go on. We started up in Mancora after I took an overnight bus through Ecuador to the border of Peru. Then we went to Cajamarca…
When people think of Peru, a desert oasis is not usually what comes to mind. Peru is known most for mountains and hikes, such as the Salkantay Trek to Machu Picchu and Laguna 69. But Peru is also known for its long beaches and many different ecosystems. One of the most unique places to visit…
Many people when they decide to visit Peru will be headed to Cusco. It is a great town that was the capital of the Incan Empire many years ago. With loads of hikes, including Machu Pichu, there’s no question it is the place to be. The best thing to do when arriving in Cusco is…
It has been a long couple of weeks. We were about to embark on our most extended trek to date—the famous 5-day Salkantay Trek on the 18th of August. We decided to do a tour with this one and it was one hell of an experience. The itinerary for this trek was as follows: Day…
Last week started with a long travel day from Huacachina to Cusco. We took a 4-hour non-stop bus from Ica to Lima. From here we got a ride to the airport and then waited a few hours before our flight to Cusco. Our flight was then delayed. Not a good sign. We knew something was…
There’s one thing that these towns in Latin America seem to always have in common. A great viewpoint hike that is short and gives great views of the town below. That is no different for Peru. The mirador hike in Huaraz is great for views and getting acclimatized. Mirador stands for lookout in Spanish and…
It’s funny sometimes. A recurring event for us while traveling is that we seem to be in a new country during a big event. This ranges from the elections in Colombia to strikes in Ecuador, and now Peru’s Independence Day. Because of this, Huaraz was extremely packed with tourists and locals for the week. This…
Huaraz is known for its beautiful mountain backdrop in the Huascaran National Park. When flying into Lima, you will be at sea level. Huaraz sits at 3,052 meters or 10,013 feet. This is a huge change and can sometimes lead to altitude sickness. The best way to avoid this is by resting for at least…