The Amazon Rainforest is a moist broadleaf forest that covers most of the Amazon basin of South America. Its broadleaved forest is the largest on the planet. This basin encompasses 7,000,000 km2  of which 5,500,000 km2 are covered by the rainforest. This region includes territory belonging to nine nations. The majority is contained within Brazil, followed by Peru, Colombia,... Continue Reading →

Linked to the outside world by air and by river only, Iquitos is the world’s largest city that cannot be reached by road. The majority of people fly directly from Lima, however, visitors can also fly in from Cusco, since a few months. Iquitos makes a fantastic base to explore the Amazon Rainforest. After your arrival, the... Continue Reading →

Travelers from around the world come to Peru to explore the Andes Mountains. Whether you have an adventurous backpacker or want to travel in luxury, dining at Cusco’s restaurants should not be missed. Located between the Andes and the nape of the clouds, Cusco offers an impressive selection of restaurants and bars to suit everyone’s... Continue Reading →

Peru’s most popular destination city, built on Inca construction and history, then conquered and remodeled by the Spanish with imposing colonial architecture, Cusco is unlike any other city in the world. Quechua people declared this town was the belly button of the world and was the capital of the Inca Empire. From the streets and architecture... Continue Reading →

While I was in Cusco, I've tried different places to stay and I have to admit that Rumi Punku Hotel was the best. I was tired because of the altitude and the few months traveling, and it was a perfect spot to rest while being in the city center and close to the most important... Continue Reading →

Machu Picchu may be one of Peru’s most incredible destinations, but you should definitely plan some time to explore the Sacred Valley while you’re in the neighborhood. The Sacred Valley (Valle Sagrado) is a lush green valley which includes the Andean mountains and the valley surrounding the Urubamba River, about 15km north of Cusco, and which... Continue Reading →

In every agency in town you can book a half day trip to Maras and Moray. Be careful to check what is included in the price! I found a cheap price (30 soles) but I ended up having to walk 20 min outside of the city center to get to a hue tourist bus with... Continue Reading →

The boleto turistico is a combo-ticket that allows you admission to 16 attractions in Cusco and the surrounding region including archaeological sites and museums. You cannot enter these sites without this ticket! Sites concerned: Sacsayhuaman Q’enqo Puca Pucara Tambomachay Museo de Arte Contemporáneo Museo Histórico Regional Museo de Arte Popular Museo de Sitio de Qoricancha... Continue Reading →

You can’t exactly call Huaraz a pretty place, with most of the buildings built from concrete. However, it provides all the facilities and infrastructure required by tourism. This is first and foremost a trekking metropolis. It’s the gateway to the spectacular Cordillera Blanca and has become northern Peru's epicentre for hikers. For outdoor lovers, this... Continue Reading →

Craving some Argentinian delights? Head to Gour Meat! A nice casual and comfortable restaurant where you'll find delicious Argentinian dishes such as parrilla or provoleta cheese. Good quality and a nice place to spend a Sunday lunch, makes to travel right back to Buenos Aires! You can also buy incredible meat cuts to cook at... Continue Reading →

If you want your mind blow away in a nikkei style, this is the place! Nikkei food, which combines Japanese and Peruvian flavours and cooking techniques, is one of the biggest influences, and it has recently taken the world by storm. Copyright picture LivinginPeru Osaka is the the perfect combination of incredible food, faultless service... Continue Reading →

Mancora is not a place where you have to get up early and do 100 activities a minute. You’re here to chill! Take a nap on the beach, go surfing, share a pisco sour on a terrasse while looking at the beautiful sunset. Just relax and enjoy the year-round, sun-drenched skies. If you do want... Continue Reading →

There isn’t much to do in Puno and, to be honest, the city is quite ugly... But you should still go there for one reason: the islands! You have a few you can visit and you can even stay a night on some of them, but I chose to do a day trip to Uros... Continue Reading →

Three hours from Arequipa is the Cañón del Colca (Colca Canyon) with amazing trekking possibilities. At 4,160 meters, Colca is the second deepest canyon in the world, only surpassed by its big Peruvian brother, Cotahuasi. You’ll find incredible scenery, invigorating mountain air, giant condors and volcanic hot springs. I chose to do the 2 day trek with... Continue Reading →

Pretty cityscapes aside, Arequipa has played a fundamental role in Peru’s gastronomic renaissance with its classic spicy dishes such as rocoto relleno (stuffed spicy red peppers) or chupe de camarones (prawn chowder), best enjoyed in one of the picanterías restaurants. Pasta Canteen These pasta are delicious! For 16 soles, you get to choose what kind of pasta you want,... Continue Reading →

Peru is probably best known for the incredible Inca city of Machu Picchu, the Amazon rainforest, and its capital Lima, but there is so much more on offer in Peru. Just a short flight, or a 18 hours bus ride away from Lima, is Peru’s second city, Arequipa. With only about one million habitants, it's a lot... Continue Reading →

Banana's Adventure hostel was a very good experience! To be honest, I had had a couple of hard days and I really needed a nice place to relax. I'm happy I went at this hostel, it was perfect! Very clean, people working there were very nice and effective, and the place is very nice, especially... Continue Reading →

There isn't much to see in Ica, to be honest... But there are wineries! I decided to visit Tacama, the oldest winery in South America. The place is beautiful, installed in a pink hacienda surrounded by vines. It was created in the 16th century by the Spaniards to avoid having to import wine for religious... Continue Reading →

Two words: Amazing Bread! This bakery is outstanding. Very welcoming, the natural materials used gives a cost ambiance. And the bread is just incredible. The sandwiches are made in home made focaccia, grilled to make it crispy. You can also buy different types of bread by the loaf, with various seeds and flour. Delicious.. El... Continue Reading →