Tag Archives: Lima

Discover The Ballestas Islands of Peru

Posted on October 2, 2019 by Adventures Within Reach

The Ballestas Islands are located right off the coast of Paracas, a vibrant wildlife sanctuary filled with a stunning scenery and a variety of wildlife species. Discover the islands and see the stunning rock formations and landscapes that surround them. … Continue reading →

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GUEST REVIEW: Lima, Lares Trek and the Amazon

Posted on June 19, 2019 by Adventures Within Reach

This group of four just returned from a custom 15-day Peru adventure. They began in the culinary capital of South America and capital city of Peru, Lima. From there, they made their way up to the colonial and historic streets … Continue reading →

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Top Must-Visit Restaurants in Lima and Cusco

Posted on May 22, 2019 by Adventures Within Reach

Peru is the culinary capital of South America with Lima and Cusco being it’s gastronomic epicenters. Read on for our list of top recommended stops to delight your senses on your next trip to Peru! LIMA Cala Restaurant – Barranco … Continue reading →

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GUEST REVIEW: Amazing Brazil and Peru Adventure

Posted on May 7, 2019 by Adventures Within Reach

This group of three just returned from an incredible Brazil and Peru combination custom adventure! Read on to hear about their journey, the highlights, as well as personal advice to future travelers. Kicking off their journey in Sao Paulo, they … Continue reading →

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TRIP REPORT: Adventures In The Cordillera Blanca of Peru

Posted on April 19, 2019 by Adventures Within Reach

Over the past two weeks, our South America program director, Gretchen, has been exploring the Ancash region of Peru. Read on to hear about wild treks, hidden glacial lakes, towering peaks and cozy mountain huts all found in the Cordillera … Continue reading →

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Colorful Treks in The Andes of Peru

Posted on January 24, 2019 by Adventures Within Reach

Embark on an Andes trek and discover a show of beauty only Mother Nature could deliver. Vivid green valleys accented with crystal clear pools eternally reflect the sky above. Turquoise lagoons are made even more beautiful by the soaring glacial … Continue reading →

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Peru: Family Summer Travel

Posted on May 21, 2017 by Adventures Within Reach

Come explore Peru with your family on one of our uniquely crafted tours, designed with your kids in mind! Our family-designed tours are based on our own experiences traveling with our own kids to Peru and around the world. Lima … Continue reading →

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Exploring Lima: A Welcomed & Unsuspected Surprise

Posted on April 19, 2017 by Adventures Within Reach

Learn what it feels like to be a local in Lima — surfing, neighborhood restaurants, historic sights with Spanish colonial architecture, museums, and beaches. Neighborhoods: Barranco, San Isidro, Historic Center Malecon Gastronomy Local cultural experiences Larco Museum Surfing We arrive … Continue reading →

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Arrival in Peru: A First Night in Lima

Posted on March 25, 2017 by Adventures Within Reach

Our South America Program Director, Gretchen, will be traveling in Peru, Chile and Brazil for the next 6 weeks. Follow her story here! March 22nd: Arrival in Lima– Excitement, Humidity and Taxi Drivers Descending on what looked like numerous crisscrossed … Continue reading →

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Peru: Best Affordable Boutique Hotels for Under $95

Posted on January 15, 2017 by Adventures Within Reach

From ancient Incan palaces, to Spanish-colonial retreats to quaint, antique mansions check out our carefully selected list of Peru’s best boutique hotels for under $95 USD per night! LIMA Miraflores: Arawi Hotel ($95 USD) Located in in the heart of … Continue reading →

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