Top Peru Outdoor Activities - page 3

Enjoy door-to door service with our shared transfers from Lima Airport direct to your accommodation in Miraflores. Just let us know what flight you’re on and we will be at the airport to meet you. If your flight is delayed, simply take the next provided shuttle at no extra cost.

Travel confidently with Alpaca Expeditions, Peru's #1 Tour Operator!. The Salkantay Trek is rated one of the world’s greatest treks. Experience stunning alpine scenery of glaciated Salkantay Mountain and travel through various ecosystems to the ancient city of Machu Picchu. An ideal trek for those wanting a wide open, uncrowded experience in the Andes. Enjoy Glass Cabanas, Hobbit Houses with outdoor jacuzzis, gourmet meals, a coffee farm, and expert, local indigenous guides that make all the difference. You’ll hike right to Aguas Calientes, the town at the foot of Machu Picchu, & spend your final day at Machu Picchu.

Step away from traditional sightseeing and discover the serene landscapes of the Peruvian countryside on a full-day excursion from Lima. Trade the hustle and bustle of the city and see Humboldt penguins and sea lions in their natural habitat at the Ballestas Islands, visit a local winery to taste the national drink, pisco, and get your adrenaline pumping with a sandboarding experience on the dunes of Huacachina.

Visit Peru's Supe Valley without the stress of planning logistics on this intimate small-group tour that includes admission tickets and the convenience of round-trip hotel transport. Going with a guide ensures you learn the function of unmarked ruins in Caral, the oldest center of civilization in the Americas, as well as visit a hidden gem beach town known for its views and seafood.

Discover the shorter version of the famous Inca Trail during this 2-day excursion. Visit the archeological sites of Chachabamba, Winay Huayna, the Sungate, and Machu Picchu both in the afternoon and the early morning to see the citadel in two different lights. Learn about the history of the Incas on a comprehensive tour and explore the site on your own before heading back to Cusco.

Lima's bohemian Barranco neighborhood has a thriving food scene, but, for visitors, it can be difficult to choose which venues to visit. Take the guesswork out of your trip on this small-group walking food tour that takes you to the area's best restaurants and shops to sample a plethora of Peruvian foods and drinks.

Enjoy the famous Inca Trail to Machu Picchu, the route combines beautiful mountain landscapes with incredible panoramic views, lush forests, a subtropical jungle of splendid natural surroundings with the magnificent work of the ancient Inca masons. You will visit beautiful Inca cities, sumptuous temples, agricultural terraces, canals and water sources, tunnels. As well as interesting archaeological sites such as the Puerta del Sol, from there you will observe the Sunrise over the Inca City of Machu Picchu. You will also have the opportunity to climb to the top of the incredible Huayna Picchu Mountain, where you will have the best panoramic views of the area. Why travel with us? - We are Direct Operators - Excursion Organized by a 100% Local Peruvian Tourism Agency - Travel with the Experts: The Best Guides, Porters and Cooks - High Quality Camping Equipment - Excellent Food All Inclusive - We practice Sustainable Tourism - Personalized service

Taste your way through historic Lima on an evening food tour that combines local landmarks with a series of food and drink tastings. Since Lima draws foods and traditions from all around the country, you’ll have the chance to try a wide range of treats, with a local guide to help find the very best versions among the overwhelming options in the city center.

Taste the delicious diversity of Peru’s thriving cacao industry during this 2-hour chocolate-making workshop at Lima’s ChocoMuseo. Learn about every step of the chocolate-making process, including roasting the beans, removing the husk, grinding the nibs and refining the paste in a ‘melangeur.’ You’ll then get to create your very own chocolate with your choice of ingredients, leaving with a delicious handmade dessert. This chocolate-making workshop includes all necessary ingredients, a chocolate drink tasting and a handmade chocolate souvenir.

Discover the wonderful Humantay Lake on a one-day tour from Cusco, where you can enjoy a hike in front of the Humantay and Salkantay mountains. Also enjoy breakfast and lunch with a panoramic view of the Andes, which makes this tour a unique experience. Also enjoy local food made with local products from the area. All tours are led by an official tour guide who will nurture of knowledge and support to reach the lake in the 2-hours. All tours are scheduled to be one of the first groups to arrive at the Lagoon and enjoy a good time in this place.

Spend a day hiking in the great Andes Mountains on this full-day tour from Cusco. Alongside a private guide, hike up to Vinicunca, also known as Rainbow Mountain, for stunning views of the colorful surroundings. Your guide sheds light on the importance of the mountain in Peruvian culture as well as the geological history of the region.

Play your part in supporting rescued animals with a visit to Cochahuasi Animal Sanctuary. The family-run sanctuary rescues and rehabilitates animals that have been treated badly or targeted by the poaching industry. You'll get the chance to tour the grounds and meet some of the rescued animals, such as pumas, Peruvian hairless dogs, alpacas, and llamas. Includes round-trip transfers from Cusco.

Experience an adventurous day riding ATVs to Rainbow Mountain and admire its stunning views and vibrant colors from the summit. Capture unforgettable photos with llamas and alpacas in one of the most scenic landscapes in the Peruvian Andes.

Discover the Sacred Valley and Machu Picchu on this 2-day tour. Visit key sites such as Pisac, Urubamba, and Ollantaytambo and discover their individual archaeological sites with your guide. Spend the night at Aguas Calientes, the village at the base of Machu Picchu, and rest up before exploring the famous Inca citadel the next day.

Private rides can be very expensive to book—instead, book this Jorge Chavez International Airport Shared Transfer Service from Miraflores that gives you the same awesome service at a much more budget-friendly price. Get picked up from your Lima accommodation or hotel in Miraflores and get taken to the LIM Airport in time for your flight, along with other travelers going to the same destination.

Get personalized attention and enjoy a flexible itinerary during this half-day private tour of Lima. Visit highlights such as the city's Cercado de Lima, San Isidro, and Miraflores with a dedicated guide just for you and your party. Also, enjoy a guided tour of the San Francisco Convent and catacombs or the Huaca Pucllana Pre Inca Site. Private round-trip transportation included. Choice of departure times throughout the day available.

Expand your awareness of Peruvian nature and culture on this guided tour to the Ballestas Islands and Paracas National Reserve from Lima. Take a boat tour of the Ballestas Islands and then tour the Paracas National Reserve in the afternoon, which hosts one of the world's highest concentrations of seabirds.

Go where cars can't and explore local Andean communities and ancient Inca ruins during this horseback riding adventure. Learn about the daily rhythms of local life, observing farming techniques along with alpaca and sheep herding, for a cultural experience you wouldn't get anywhere else. You also discover Inca temples and visit a natural cave once used as an Inca shrine.

Cover a number of dispersed Inca towns, without the hassle of driving, on this small-group tour from Cusco to the Sacred Valley. Pass through the ancient sites of Saqsaywaman and Ollantaytambo, and explore the Inca site of Pisac. Along the way, visit a Peruvian weaving house and see a demonstration on dyeing and weaving techniques.

This hands-on culinary adventure is led by a professional chef. Learn to make beloved traditional dishes including lomo saltado (sauteed beef and vegetables on rice with French fries), causa Limeña (a terrine of seasoned mashed potato and other fillings), and chicha morada (a corn-based non-alcoholic beverage) in a relaxed atmosphere using traditional pots and techniques. Finally, enjoy the lunch or dinner that you helped create!

Lima is a vibrant city filled with several eclectic enclaves and this small-group bike tour help you discover the best areas. Pedal around the neighborhoods of Miraflores and Barranco, stopping at several landmarks along the way, and pay a visit to the ancient stepped pyramid of Huaca Pucllana. Book this tour and gain a free night at the Albergue Verde Hotel in Miraflores, with a minimum stay of two nights.

With one day in Lima you can explore the very best of the city, from the colonial architecture of the historic center to pre-Colombian art and seaside neighborhoods. See the gorgeous interior of the San Francisco Convent, tour the Museo Larco, then get a glimpse of Lima’s earliest history in Miraflores. This full-day, private tour of Lima offers the flexibility and convenience of a personalized tour, including pickup and drop-off at hotels in some neighborhoods, and it’s an ideal choice for first-time visitors.

Ticket lines at attractions can take hours to get through to even be able to go inside. Travelers booking last-minute can still secure this Machu Picchu admission ticket that grants you access to Circuit 2 and lets you explore the Inca ruins in Peru at your own pace. Choose from options with a 2-day commitment (picking up tickets on day 1 and exploring the ruins on day 2), or for high-demand dates, a 3-day commitment.

Escape the bustling city of Lima and explore Peru's countryside on this full-day excursion. Enjoy a boat tour of the wild-life rich Ballestas Islands, home to sea lions, Humboldt penguins, and many species of birds. Then, fly over the Nazca Desert to see the Nazca Lines, ancient geoglyphs that have been etched into the earth. End your tour at the Huacachina Oasis, where you have free time to explore.