Climbing the majestic Andes mountain range is a dream for mountaineers from all over the world. The Cordillera Blanca includes several peaks over 6000m and many stunning mountains, like Huascaran, Alpamayo or Nevado Pisco.

Magical Cusco and Machu Picchu

The beautiful ancient city of Cusco is the gateway to the breathtaking and famous Inca ruins of Machu Picchu, and the popular Inca Trail. Colorful Cusco boasts a thriving Andean culture, and a mix of colonial treasures and Inca architecture.

Amazing biodiversity

Peru is an extremely biodiverse country with completely different habitats, like the Andes mountain range or the Amazon jungle, and a diverse flora and fauna. The country is a true paradise for hikers and nature lovers, with 8 national parks and amazing biospheres, 8 national reserves and 7 national sanctuaries.

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Peru is a fascinating multiethnic country in western South America, with diverse regions boasting different landscapes and amazing cultural highlights to discover. You could spend months exploring this unique territory, from the lush green Amazon jungle to the Uros Island in Lake Titicaca or the mystical Nasca lines. You could also spend days surfing amazing waves on the Pacifc or exploring traditional markets to discover the unique Andean culture, crafts and textiles in the Sacred Valley. The world-class Peruvian fusion cuisine is a must for foodies visiting Lima.

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What’s the weather like?

The climate and temperatures of Peru vary hugely along the different regions of the country. The dry coastal desert region has a mild climate, usually cloudy and foggy in winter and warm and sunny in summer. The tropical Amazon jungle region is hot and humid all year round. In the Andean region there is a rainy season (October till April) and a dry season (May to September). During the dry season, it is sunny during the day, but cold at night. It will be more or less cold depending on the altitude and season.

Getting There

Lima’s Jorge Chavez International Airport has direct flights to and from continental Europe and all over the Americas. Other locations require a connections.

Language:

Spanish

Country Code:

+51

Currency:

Peruvian Sol (PEN)

Best time to visit:

Although Peru and the Inca ruins receive visitors all year round, the dry season, from May to September, is the best time for mountaineering trips and also for visiting Machu Picchu and the surrounding area, with July considered to be the best month for climbing in the Andes. January to March (summer in the Southern Hemisphere) is the best time to visit Peru’s coastline. If you are planning to visit the Amazon jungle, then you should come between September and November.

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Our guide, Quique. was top notch. I have used guides all over the world and he stands out in his knowledge, professionalism and kindness. I hope to try and use him in the future. In the mountains, one must adjust to changing conditions and he did so quickly and competently. Besides being one of the nicest people I have ever met, his skills in the mountains cannot be doubted.

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Jeffrey Abate

Percy is a great guide, climbing with him you fill very secure. Trip itself was organized perfectly, each day you can count on a lot of support and smile.

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Rafael Jarzebak

Such a beautiful trek with the trail mostly to ourselves the whole time. Edison set a good pace and was very caring for our safety and enjoyment during the trek. Even though it was a hard physical effort we always felt safe and the views at the top we\'re well worth it.

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Mitchell

The legend Juventino. My brother and I travelled to Huaraz to climb the Vallunaraju summit. Our guide Juventino has been the best guide I\'ve had over the past years and I have made a lot of hikes and climbing over the world. He is a very talented and experienced guide, he took care of us very much and made sure safety is first. We also had an amazing experience with the food, they cooked delicious meals. They also have top brand quality equipment that made us feel really safe, we had the lucky experience of having a horrible storm at the base camp and I believe that the north face summit series tent they provided saved us!!!! Overall, best guide I have ever had, made us feel very confortable and happy. If you want a guide to feel safe and have the best experience possible go with the legend Juventino!!!

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Andrés

Had a great time, felt safe with certified guide.

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Jeffrey Abate

Percy is a great guide, climbing with him you fill very secure. Trip itself was organized perfectly, each day you can count on a lot of support and smile.

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Rafael Jarzebak

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Mitchell

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Andrés

Had a great time, felt safe with certified guide.

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Jeffrey Abate

Percy is a great guide, climbing with him you fill very secure. Trip itself was organized perfectly, each day you can count on a lot of support and smile.

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