Category Archives: Peru

South America Treks for Every Month of the Year (January, February & March)

Posted on December 14, 2017 by Adventures Within Reach

Not everyone can take off on an epic international trip anytime they want; many of us have unique demands made on us from work, family, and other realms of our lives so we have to travel when we can, not … Continue reading →

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Mountain Biking Maras and Moray

Posted on November 17, 2017 by Adventures Within Reach

This past April, our South America Program Director, Gretchen Traut, along with her husband, Diego Arelano, were traveling in Peru and got to experience Maras and Moray, in the Sacred Valley while mountain biking! Take part in their adventure with … Continue reading →

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Transformative Father-Daughter Inca Trail Journey

Posted on November 4, 2017 by Adventures Within Reach

This father-daughter duo just completed the Inca Trail together and shared their incredible experience with us upon their return. Continue on to hear about their transformative journey! “This vacation was not only great for us because we achieved so much … Continue reading →

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Trip Review: Group of Four Friends Returns From the Peruvian Amazon

Posted on August 13, 2017 by Adventures Within Reach

A group of four friends just returned from their 3-day trip to Inkaterra Field Station in the Peruvian Amazon with us and shared their experience here: “We had a wonderful time in the Peruvian Amazon! All four of us said … Continue reading →

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5 Things to do in Aguas Calientes that DON’T include Machu Picchu

Posted on August 10, 2017 by Adventures Within Reach

With the new Machu Picchu time slot regulations, most guests will now be spending at least one night in Aguas Calientes, the little town located below the Machu Picchu citadel. For those with some extra time, wanting to explore Aguas … Continue reading →

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Tips For Altitude Acclimatization in Peru

Posted on August 8, 2017 by Adventures Within Reach

When traveling to Peru, we have many guests ask us about altitude acclimatization for when they arrive in Cusco, the Sacred Valley, Machu Picchu, Lake Titicaca, the Colca Canyon and/or Arequipa. Here is a quick list of tips to remember … Continue reading →

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New Machu Picchu Regulations Update

Posted on July 13, 2017 by Adventures Within Reach

This is following our last update on the new Machu Picchu Regulations (published June 2nd) as additional changes have been announced. Due to the steep growth of tourism to Machu Picchu in recent years, new visiting regulations have been established … Continue reading →

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South America Luxury Deals For 2017

Posted on June 9, 2017 by Adventures Within Reach

Looking to upgrade your next South America adventure for a lower cost? Take a look at the following deals coming up in 2017 at some of the top luxury accommodations in South America! CHILE AWASI ATACAMA Guests can take advantage … Continue reading →

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5 Reasons Why Muyuna Lodge and Iquitos Are a Must For Your Next Peru Adventure!

Posted on June 7, 2017 by Adventures Within Reach

Deep in the rainforest, up the Amazon River, outside of the jungle city of Iquitos, one finds the Muyuna Lodge!  This is a small rainforest lodge, secluded, intimate, that GUARANTEES the observation of monkeys, birds, sloths, pink dolphins, fish, caimans, … Continue reading →

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Tips About New Machu Picchu Limited Time Shifts

Posted on June 2, 2017 by Adventures Within Reach

The Ministry of Culture has decreed that as of July 1st, 2017, the entry to the Machu Picchu citadel will now be split into two separate time shifts: Morning Shift: 06:00-12:00 Afternoon Shift: 12:00-17:30 It has been agreed that the time … Continue reading →

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