Things to do in Larcomar, Lima – Peru

Built into a cliff along the Malecon de la Reserva, Larcomar is an upmarket shopping centre and entertainment complex located in Miraflores, one of the busiest and most affluent districts in the capital of Peru, Lima.   Shopping The main function of Larcomar is as a center of commerce so it is fitting that there […]

The Haciendas of Chincha, Peru

The transatlantic slave trade in Peru was as cruel as it was anywhere. Pitiless owners, appalling living conditions and malicious torture are all themes concurrent with the disgraceful period of the country’s history. The haciendas of Chincha, on the south coast of Peru, are vestiges of this time and, although today some now function as guesthouses, […]

White Water Rafting in Lunahuana

Lunahuana is only a few hours south of Lima, but it’s so green and gorgeous, it’s like you’re in a completely different part of the country. The clean air hits you as soon as you step off the bus. It’s a small town, the main street is full of bars, restaurants, places to stay and lots and […]

Trekking in Peru: the Salkantay Lodge to Lodge Trek

   If you’re one of those people who love to hike but aren’t so enamored of camping, this may be the trek for you. It’s also the perfect alternative for couples who disagree over the degree of romance attached to sleeping in a tent. Trekking to Machu Picchu is a great way to get the most out […]

Travel in the Peruvian Amazon

  After Brazil, Peru has the second-largest portion of Amazon rainforest, covering over 60% of the country. As eco-tour providers continue to expand their operations within the Peruvian Amazon, this area is becomingly an increasingly popular destination for tourists seeking to experience the world’s most bio-diverse ecosystem firsthand.   While Iquitos (in the Loreto region) is probably […]