Peru’s climates vary to the extremes. From the northwestern coast’s sun-pounding humid heat to the freezing cold found at Lake Titicaca, travellers will encounter all forms of air and temperature.
That being said, a backpacker doesn’t a carry a backpack for nothing! Here’s a genuine traveller’s list of things that will be necessary to handle the diverse climates of Peru.
Pariwana Cusco is an enormous hostel. It serves as a veritable crossroads for travelers of all types to meet. Not only do you run into compadres from back home, but you’re also exposed to particularly amazing travel experiences.
I’ve met my fair share of travelers coming through the Pariwana, and I can say that the stories I’ve heard have inspired me to shift the way I go about traveling. There are so many ways to have an adventure worth not only the money you spend, but the time you invest.
Traveling to Peru should probably entail a visit to Peru’s and one of South America’s most visited sites, Machu Pichu. Cusco lies about 10 hours by road and foot from the bridges that cross the river to the base of the site’s mountain.
You can opt to take a train from Cusco, or even from Ollantaytambo after having seen all the sites the Sacred Valley has to offer, however, there’s another way to go about it.
Travelling across the great ancient Incan lands is going to be a memorable thing for you no matter how you do it.
However, if you’re reading this, it’s because you were enticed by the word in the title, hitchhiking. Contrary to popular belief, it can be done.
Arequipa is a city of diversity. From cultural and historical sites, to plentiful activities, a vibrant nightlife and amazing food, to a gorgeous environment filled with valleys and volcanoes, you can find it all here.
This is for many backpackers a logical stop when travelling towards Cusco or Lima by bus from the south and the nowadays facilities and sights make sure you are very well entertained!
Peru is covered by fast amounts of rainforest with the Amazon river curling through it endlessly. Within this rough nature you can find some true unique backpacking experiences.
Get exposed to local tribes where you can trade your goods instead of paying with money, go on a truly spiritual quest with Ayahuasca, or discover never touched parts of the jungle in various gorgeous protected jungle parks.
Enclosed in the arms of the great Amazon, you find the city of Iquitos. This is the main known haven for the Amazon to roll into Peru with all its wealth and mystery.
You will find a rich mixture of jungle animals and species here, with a great mixture of hectic Iquitos and the relaxing jungle all around it.
The warm climate and intriguing jungle rituals will keep you sticking around this gorgeous place hidden in the Peruvian rainforest.
Peru’s food and nightlife are increasing their reputation in lightspeed on the international backpacker radar.
And as many new travellers take a peek at this in Peru, we thought it would be a good idea to give you guys some practical pointers regarding travelling safe in Peru.
Especially about our great party scene and our rich international cuisine!
Want to backpack off the beaten track? Then check out Peru’s northern heritage! Covered by cloudy mountains in the middle of the mysterious jungle there is no end to its natural beauty while you backpack around in basic hostels.
Top this up with one of the worlds’ greatest waterfalls and amazing ruins equalling Machu Picchu and you can see the adventure of the north lying ahead!
South of Lima you will find the amazing Dessert Coast of Peru, existing out of some great mystical sights. The mysterious Nazca Lines are probably the most known site, existing out of a series of giant ancient symbols that can only be seen from an airplane. Besides that, there’s also the natural wonder of the floating Galapagos islands, called the Bellesta Islands, and of course the Huacachina oasis with its many sand dunes for sandboarding.
The area around Cusco and the amazing ruins of Machu Picchu is considered by many as the belly-button of the world, with the center exactly located in mystical Machu Picchu.
These ruins have attracted a lot of tourism in the last few decades, but then again, you simply can’t argue whether to visit this sight or not. This is a must for anyone backpacking in South America!
Be smart and leave your heavy packs in your hostel in Chachapoyas or Cocachimba. The Gocta Waterfall means getting active on a hike. Take a short bus ride from Chachapoyas to arrive in Cocachimba.
From there a gorgeous 2,5 hour hike follows to be amazed by all the flora, fauna and the of course the highlight at the bottom of this amazing Gocta waterfall.
Looking to explore the undiscovered jungle of Peru? Well, here we have some very practical tips to backpack to and around the Northern Highlands. Discover the harsh northern Peruvian jungle, tasting its ancient roots and getting dirty on the most amazing views.
The most recommendable route to reach Chachapoyas, the capital of the Amazonas in the Northern Highlands, is through Chiclayo.
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