I invite you to discover the small town of Cuispes, near the city of Pedro Ruiz, Amazonas in the north of Peru. From there, go in search of the Yumbilla waterfall. The North of Peru should be an unmissable destination for nature lovers. The village of Cuispes Cuispes is a small village of 450 souls, … Yumbilla, the valley of the waterfalls
The Santa Elena Ecological Reserve is located near Rioja, about 10 minutes from the main road. Therefore, it is much more accessible than Tingana. It is perfect for a half-day detour on the road to Tarapoto or staying in Moyobamba, in the San Martin region of northern Peru. Santa Elena – What is it? Santa … The Santa Elena Ecological Reserve in northern Peru
Traveling in Peru means discovering an exceptional natural and cultural richness—but it also means making a commitment to help preserve it. By adopting simple, eco-conscious habits—like limiting your water use, managing your waste, respecting local customs, or supporting handicrafts and community projects—you can contribute to protecting ecosystems and honoring local communities. A responsible journey is, … How to become a responsible traveler
Whilst travelling in Peru, even if your travel will guide you to the north, one of the obligatory passages is Lima. Which is a great thing, as you can enjoy the many museums and cultural activities offered by the capital. Today I want to share with you a visit to a wonderful museum located in the district … Larco Museum, Lima
We are all excited – we will go for a long weekend at the beach. It’s the last weekend of school holidays in Peru. First difficulty – Getting out of Lima At 3 pm Thursday afternoon we leave our rental apartment (found through AirBnB) located on the border between the districts of Miraflores and Surquillo. We head … Weekend at the beach in Peru – south of Lima
Chocolate workshop at Alejandra’s chocolate shop To follow up with chocolate, after my article about the chocolate factory Orquidea, I publish this article about Alejandra’s Chocolate shop in Chachapoyas. As you know, Chachapoyas is the capital of the Amazonas region in northern Peru. From here you’ll have a great start for your excursions throughout the region. … Chocolate workshop
Only 5 kilometres from Moyobamba, in the San Martin region in northern Peru, in direction of the thermal baths, is the entrance to “Waqanki, birds and orchids refuge”. Don’t miss the panel on your right, because there are none coming from the other direction. Waqanki – What is it all about ? The temperature is still very warm on … Orquids and Hummingbirds in Waqanki
60 km south of Chachapoyas is the funerary complex of Revash, in the district of Santo Tomás, province of Luya. Revash is the name given to a group of mausoleums that is divided into two sectors. At an altitude of 2,800 m, the mausoleums are located in a cave excavated at the height of the … Mausoleums of Revash
The last weekend we visited what for me is the best hotel in the region, the Tambo Sapalanchan in Lamud, but first let me explain why. First – where to find the Tambo Sapalanchan ? Lamud is a little town about 1 hour away from Chachapoyas, the capital of the Amazonas region in northern Peru. From Chachapoyas … Tested for you – Tambo Sapalanchan
Los Horcones de Túcume is a 3-star Hotel Ruralodge located right next to the Pyramids of Túcume, in an oasis of greenery and calm. By coming from Chiclayo, on the northern coast of Peru, first follow the signs Pyramids and Museum of Túcume – 1, 6 km, then the direction to the hotel and you will arrive … Adobe Workshop