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This is a preview of the full content of our Peru’s Best app.

Please consider downloading this app to support small independent publishing and because:

  • All content is designed for mobile devices and works best there.
  • Detailed in-app maps will help you find sites using your device’s GPS.
  • The app works offline (one time upgrade required on Android versions).

The app will also allow you to:

  • Add custom locations to the app map (your hotel…).
  • Create your own list of favourites as you browse.
  • Search the entire contents using a fast and simple text-search tool.
  • Make one-click phone calls (on phones).
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Hiking & Trekking

Waqra Pukara Trail

Peru is a mecca for hiking and trekking of all kinds. All mountain towns, from Cusco and Ayacucho to Huaraz and Chachapoyas, have everything from easy half-day hikes to challenging multi-day treks.

Guides & gear

Even if you bring all of your own camping and trekking gear, I recommend hiring a guide for any multi-day treks. Trails in Peru tend to be unmarked and many trekking areas are crisscrossed with alpaca or llama trails that make it easy to lose your way.

If you’re not packing all of your camping gear with you, it’s easy to find a trekking agency that will supply the guide and everything else. Note: The Inca Trail requires a local trekking agency licensed for the Inca Trail.

Read the full content in the app
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Amazonas Hikes

Cordillera Blanca Treks

Cusco City Day Hikes

Cusco Region Day Hikes

Cusco Region Treks (1–5 days)

Huaraz Day Hikes

Tours optional

Altitude

Tips and tricks for acclimating

Buying dehydrated meals in Peru

Altitude Provisions

Q’oyllority Pilgrimage

The biggest pilgrimage in South America (late-May/Jun)

Text © Heather Jasper

Images by Heather Jasper