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Llamas in Machu Picchu
Machu Picchu
Machu Picchu views
Inca Trail
Camping along the Inca Trail
Lima
Christian Vinces
Lima's San Martin square lit up in the evening
Cusco
Allison De Jong
Visit the Plaza de Armas in Cusco on your Peru tour
Iquitos
Sunset over the still waters of the Amazon
Puerto Maldonado
Exploring the trails of Cristalino Jungle Lodge with your naturalist guide
Sacred Valley
Erin Correia
Moray aggricultural terraces in Sacred Valley
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Andean Multisport in Peru

Our new Andean Multisport trip offers mountain biking and a half-day hike on a remote section of the Inca Trail to hike down to the Apurimac River.
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Why The Lost Girls Like Adventure Life

Bloggers and globe-trekkers, The Lost Girls talk with Adventure Life president, Brian Morgan, on travel's delicate two-way street between visitors and locals.

"One of traveler's biggest responsibilities is to understand the local community, and one of the best ways to do this is to volunteer next to the people," says Brian. "It's hard to find …
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Cusco Witches Market: From Charms to Chicha

Traveler, M.J. Holliday, shares her experiences at the bustling and sometimes bizarre witches' market, in Cusco, Peru.

By M.J. Holliday

Five hundred years ago, the Inca empire flourished in South America. At its center was the Sacred Valley of the Incas, and the capital city of Cusco, Peru. The Inca were farmers, scientists, engineers and …
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Adventure Lifer, Lynessa, Heads to Peru

Starting off our staff travels for 2010, Adventure Life's fantastic office manager and gate-keeper, Lynessa Nelson, is readying for a Peru adventure with her husband, Matt. Next week, Lynessa and Matt will hop on a plane from the Missoula airport to Lima, Peru. The first leg of their Peru journey is on the floating reed islands of Lake Titicaca, …
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Purchasing Passes for Hikes at Machu Picchu

Hiking the ruins of Machu Picchu itself can be enough for some travelers. But there are some amazing peaks to trek while at the ruins -- and offer a rare perspective to the legendary Inca ruins. The catch? There's a fee, and you'll want to do a little planning in advance to save your spot. Here are some helpful details.

Huayna Picchu

Huayna …
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Peru Comfort Food: Causa Rellena

Roughly 3500 different varieties of potatoes grow in the Peruvian Andes. There is no limit to the number of dishes that these carb-rich spuds can provide, but Peru's layered dish, causa rellena, is one of my favorites. A staple in Peru for centuries, the word causa actually comes from the Quechuan word 'kausaq' which means gives life.

Causa …
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A Sample Menu from our Inca Trail Treks in Peru

The Inca Trail offers a hardy hike. Therefore, your appetite is sure to be the same! The quality of food that you will enjoy along this trek is impressive given the fact that it is all transported by your porters. This article gives you an idea of what you can expect to eat along your journey, including a sample menu.
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Travel Video: The Tambopata National Reserve in the Peruvian Amazon

Adventure Life travelers, Greg and Bridget Litten, share with us a bit of their Amazon adventures in Peru's Tambopata National Reserve.

The Tambopata National Reserve (TNR) is part of a 3.7 million acre reserve in southeastern Amazonian Peru. It protects the biological diversity of the entire watersheds of the Tavara and the Candamo Rivers and …
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The Story Behind the Coca Leaf

When my husband and I were in Peru a few season ago... And had even heard a few stories from a co-worker of mine who had a brush with a security dog at the airport who sniffed out a bit of coca leave reside on her pants after a few weeks in Peru, without a good wash. Don't worry, it ended well.

But what surprised me were the uses of the coca …
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Mysterious Machu Picchu

Read an account of how Peru's famous ruins of Machu Picchu were discovered and theories about Inca city's former function. Check out some tips and information on hiking around Machu Picchu.
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Tropical Rainforest Animals

Did you know that nearly half of all earth's animal species live in rainforests around the world? The Amazon rainforest is one of the most wildlife rich areas on our planet! Get answers to your questions about the unique creatures that reside in the Amazon, and learn why it should be on any wildlife enthusiast's bucket list.
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Peru Trekking Circuits

From the highest tropical peaks to jade-colored crystalline lakes, traveling Peru on foot offers breathtaking views and unforgettable encounters with nature.
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Peru's Colca Canyon

Colca Canyon, the world's deepest canyon, is home to the Collagua people and is one of the best places to visit to spot the Andean condor.
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Health Tips for Going to the Jungle

Preparing for a trip to the Amazon should include considering how to stay healthy during it. This article gives you some advice for your time in the Amazon, including tips on how to avoid traveler's diarrhea and malaria, as well as recommended vaccinations and boosters.
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Tambopata National Reserve

This Amazon reserve protects the biological diversity of the Tavara and Candamo Rivers and most of the Tambopata River. The reserve has a philosophy of sustainable development and conservation of forest resources in the Amazon and Peru.
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The Peruvian Amazon – It's for the Birds

More new species of birds have been discovered in Peru within the last 30 years than in any other country - approximately 200 new species since 1972! For obvious reasons, this region is a birder's paradise. Here are some bird watching tips, plus information on the species that reside in the Manu and Tambopata regions of the Peruvian Amazon.
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Observing Macaws

Find out the best way to capture great pictures of macaws at Tambopata's Clay Lick in the Amazon where hundreds of parrots and small green macaws descend to eat clay.
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Tambopata Conservation: A Letter from Charles Munn

A letter from Charles Munn, Senior Conservation Zoologist at the Wildlife Conservation Society, discussing the nature of the tropical forest around Tambopata Nature Reserve in Peru.
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Cusco - The Sacred City

Cusco is also both a mestizo and colonial city. Here is the legend and history of the colonial city, Peru's main tourist destination.
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The World's Largest Macaw Lick

The world's largest known mineral clay lick, where hundreds of parrots and macaws of up to 15 species congregate daily, is located near Tambopata Research Center. The birds ingest detoxifying clay which is a mysterious, yet vital part of their diet.
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About the Sacred Valley

The Urubamba Valley, or Sacred Valley of the Incas, is a setting of picturesque communities, impressive terraces and many important archeological sites. Learn about the valley and Ollantaytambo, a typical Inca community located 21 km from Urubamba.
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Tambopata Research Center

The Tambopata Research Center is a spartan yet comfortable 13 bedroom lodge built to accommodate Peru travelers and researchers alike while protecting the adjacent macaw clay lick.
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About Rainforests: By the Numbers

Statistics and important information regarding Amazon rainforest weather, area coverage, animal species, vegetation, medicines and food.
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Pisco, Peru

Take a tour through Pisco, Peru to become familiar with its sites and the layout of the city. It is a very beautiful destination with vibration local life and popular Peruvian cuisine.
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