Lobitos is located on Peru’s north coast, just a few hours south of Mancora. Currently, Lobitos is an isolated destination that isn’t easy to reach. However, like many beach towns in Peru, South America and around the world, Lobitos is gaining popularity for it’s amazing waves. It seems to be that surfers, always on the [...]
From Huanuco the road heads up into the high Andes. This is where the immense Junin Lake sits. It is the second biggest alpine lake in the country after Lago de Titicaca. There are several towns along the stretch of highway that skirts the lake.
Some are mining towns and offer little to the common backpacker (although a jaunt in a local haunt might be an interesting reprise from the normal gringo trail features). Other towns function with the seasons, supporting themselves on the maca crops in the high plateau plains.
We booked our Machu Picchu hike a month prior to our trip through a company called Llama Path. We thought that would be plenty of time to reserve our space but the Inca Trial was full so we had the option of doing several alternative treks.We decided to do the Lares trek which is a [...]
During my time in Cusco I went to Machu Picchu. I didn´t book early enough to go on the Inca Trail, you need to book months in advance, so instead I went on the jungle trail. I booked through the agency in EcoPackers hostel because they were the cheapest we could find for what we [...]
Cusco is a fantastic city with a thriving culture that demands to be explored. My first few days in the city were spent wandering the streets and I thoroughly enjoyed looking around. It is a very clean, very well kept city and despite its culture and deep pride of its Inca heritage it is very [...]
I arrived in Cusco from Copacabana and thus had to cross the border between Bolivia and Peru. Our bus stopped at the border, 20 minute drive outside Copacabana and waited for us while we went into the Bolivian border check. The check point was very quick, much quicker than my experience coming from Argentina to [...]
Pariwana Hostel Cusco wins the award of Best Hostel in South America - Pariwana ranked #1 among more than 3,400 properties throughout the region. A profound thank you to all the travelers who have rated and given us valuable feedback during the years. We work for our backpackers and continue commited to constantly improving our services while delivering a [...]
By Morgan Addams Today I decided to spend the day visiting the parks of Mira Flores. Right in front of the Pariwana Hostel there is John F. Kennedy Park. With plenty of benches, to sit on, and people selling their goods, talents, and crafts. There is also a playground for children to have fun too. [...]
Pariwana Hostel Cusco gana el premio al mejor hostel en Sudamérica – Pariwana No 1 entre más de 3,400 propiedades en la región. Gracias a todos los viajeros que nos han dado sus ratings y sugerencias para ayudarnos a lograr este premio. De parte de todo el equipo Pariwana queremos agradecerles por reconocer nuestro esfuerzo para brindar un [...]
By Morgan Addams I awoke this morning with a desire to go to the beach. From the Pariwana Hostel, I started to walk west toward the water and away from the sun. Along the way there are many stores one could shop at, literally something for everyone and every need. There are also many restaurants, [...]
By Morgan Addams My first week in Lima was a disaster. Lost the woman I loved, and she took all my money with her. One day I shall tell that story, but not today. Instead I will tell you a little bit about the Hostel I now call my home in Lima. Starting from the [...]
The hike was moderate to advance but you can go at your own pace. We had 6 people in our group, 3 of who are experienced hikers and went at a brisk pace while the other 2 kept a more casual pace and took time to snap lots of photos. The views were absolutely beautiful, [...]
Not far from Huaraz, there is an ancient set of stones dominating the bend in a river. Chavin de Huantar sits in a deep valley, surrounded by soaring cliffs and hills.
The road to get there curves over the Cordillera Blanca mountain range, passing through the Parque Nacional de Huascaran, beside glacial lakes and wavy prairie grasses.
About 60 kilometers south of Chachapoyas is the district of Leimebamba. Here, you’ll find a museum that is very much worth the 10 sol entry fee. First off, arriving to the interesting museum is great in and of itself.
If you haven’t heard of the 4th largest Peruvian city, then perhaps you have heard its nickname, “The Capital of Friendship.” Why the bizarre nickname? Chiclayo, simply enough, is known as the friendliest city in the nation. It’s a modern metropolis, but its attractiveness to the backpacker is probably the nearby ruins and museums.
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