Travel to Peru

Treasure may have fuelled the creation of what was once the largest empire in the world? but the real richness of Peru can be found in the spectacularly wildly differing landscapes and the melting pot of ethnicity, ancient history and culture of this, the third largest country in South America.

A land of desert, mountains and rainforest

Peru is a land of three extremes - the sprawling, arid desert coastline once home to one of the oldest civilisations on earth, the vast swathes of rainforest that cover almost two-thirds of Peru, and the breathtaking peaks of the Andes, the highest tropical mountain range in the world, which stretch across the entire length of the country. Add to this geographical diversity the proximity of the Equator and the cold waters of the Humboldt current and you get a series of micro-climates ranging from the extreme dryness of the coast to the intense humidity of the jungle.

Much more than Machu Picchu

The variety doesn't end with the geography and weather. As a visitor to Peru there is simply so much to see. Yes, there are the splendours of Machu Picchu, but there were at least eight other ancient civilisations before the Incas made their mark, and as Peruvians we can best help you explore the ruins all over the country. We can take you into the depths of pristine rainforest and up the highest peaks in the Andes using the most experienced guides, we can show you the wonders of the Colca Valley, the deepest canyon in the world and the home of the condor, and introduce you to the hidden gems of Lima and Cuzco. And these are just a few of the many destinations we cover.

At Aracari we take great pride in hand-crafting you the trip of a lifetime, taking you beyond the tourist trail and under the skin of a country we know inside out.

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"From the first minute on Peruvian soil to the last, our trip was perfectly organized and perfectly executed. We felt entirely pampered every minute we were in the care of Aracari." Daniela Rozgonova, Vienna, Austria, July 2006

"Our client could not stop talking about how wonderful his trip to Peru was. He said every single guide was outstanding and that everything flowed perfectly." Julie Larson, Travel Consultant, Andrew Harper Travel, Chicago, Illinois, July 2006

"You'll also want specialist help, since the global travel firms tend to keep travelers confined to the gringo trails long worn by backpackers. Latin America is more interesting than this so whenever possible, hire an outfitter based locally. There's Marisol Mosquera in Peru who also covers Bolivia and Ecuador." Sophy Roberts, Departures Magazine, October 2006