Photo tours in Peru

1.- WHY CHOOSE A PHOTOGRAPHY TOUR IN PERU?

Undoubtedly the Photo tours in Peru are ideal for all travelers who feel an attraction for the activity of photography, Peru becomes a unique destination that offers a variety of scenes and natural landscapes that contain a unique majesty not only by the natural part but by the architectural engineer that has become a legacy of the ancient cultures that once existed in this place, Photo tours in Peru also allow you to get to know the wide biodiversity that exists, however the purpose of the trip is not only to capture unique and magical moments but also allows travelers to immerse themselves in the cultural richness that exists in a place full of history and traditions.

1.- Inca Architecture

One of the main motivations for enjoying Photo tours in Peru is undoubtedly to learn more about the ancient civilizations that have existed in history such as the Nazca, Tiahuanaco, Incas and many others who left a sample of their greatness in places and iconic how the wonderful Inca city of Machu Picchu, the mysterious Nazca lines or the ancient mud citadel of Chan Chan. Each of these places had such a precise construction base that they have been able to stand the test of time and somehow be able to tell the story and this is something that you can capture among the images that you will get during the Photo tours in Peru. It is also a sample of the temples, enclosures and other architectural centers that are also a sample of the great progress and knowledge about engineering that becomes a great inspiration for photographers around the world.

1.3.- Cultural Heritage

It is not only about being able to visit archaeological centers or places of history, Photo tours in Peru allow world travelers to have a more direct experience with the culture so its planning also involves specific dates of the year where you can appreciate various festivities of various factors such as cultural and religious, among the most popular are in the feast of Candelaria that occurs in Puno, the feast of the sun or Inti Raymi in Cusco, the popular carnivals in Cajamarca and even the Feast of the Harvest in Ica. Each of these festivities is accompanied by traditional music and dance, turning the country into a complete set of unique visuals that when captured in images provide diverse experiences and sensations within the Photo tours in Peru, it is an experience of essence and local customs. Each place that is visited during the Photo tours in Peru contains a lifestyle very typical of its territory also containing local clothing and gastronomy, resulting in a great variety of colors, textures and above all emotions that photographers can appreciate from the lens and thus capture it in images that will last a lifetime.

1.3.- Natural landscapes

Thanks to the varied geography of Peru, any of the Photo tours in Peru are ideal because they offer a unique visual spectacle. Whether in the extensive coastal region appreciating natural beauty, the challenging Andes with its incredible altitude or the mysterious Amazon jungle where natural beauty has no end. Photo tours in Peru are an alternative to be able to appreciate this natural beauty in a different way, having more intimate and calm moments in each of the spaces that only Peru can offer you, any photographer in the world will be able to experience different shades of light and climates in a single experience.

1.4.- Wildlife

Peru is considered one of the places in the world that contains the greatest biodiversity and even unique ecosystems that provide the opportunity to appreciate wildlife in a special way. Mainly photo tours in Peru that focus travelers stay in the Amazon rainforest are those who have the opportunity to capture unique images of exotic species such as macaws, monkeys, jaguars and pumas as well as many other species. Although most of the wildlife can be seen in the jungle region there are also other species that have their habitat in other regions such as the popular Humboldt penguin that has its home in the coastal region and the imposing Andean condor that performs its majestic flight through the high mountains of the Andes.

2.- PROFESSIONAL PHOTOGRAPHY GUIDANCE

Peru Photography Tours are also learning options for photographers around the world as this opportunity is a unique experience that is permanently supported by professional photographic advice. Each of the places you visit is assisted by experts who can also help you improve your photographic skills through innovative techniques and personal tips to allow you to obtain spectacular photographs that can reflect the extensive cultural diversity and natural beauty of the tourist destinations you visit.

2.1.- Technical Workshops

With the advancement of technology, technical workshops are essential to properly perform the Photo tours in Peru, they are aimed specifically for world travelers who are interested in the activity of photography regardless of the level of experience they have when capturing landscapes, wildlife, archaeological sites or tourist destinations with the intention of improving skills and learn more about the proper use that a person should have with the camera taking into consideration conditions such as light, exposure and composition in order to make the most of the photographic scenarios that you will enjoy during the Photo tours in Peru.

2.2.- Tips in situ

One of the great benefits you get when you choose any of the Photo tours in Peru is permanent advice and tips on the spot from a professional photographer who has enough knowledge to capture the essence of the place you are visiting. When choosing one of the Photo tours in Peru also take into consideration that there are several factors such as altitude, natural lighting, shadows or specific moments of age where the view can be much better for this reason you choose a professional person within the activity of photography that can give you the best recommendations so you can get the best shots in each interesting point. There are unique places such as the popular Inca Trail or the Inca city of Machu Picchu where you can capture in a perfect way the light and shadow to highlight in a unique way its essence, this also happens when visiting places with more shades and colors such as craft markets, having as main option the Pisac handicraft market.

2.3.- Post-processing sessions

You must take into account that the Peru Photography Tours not only look for you to capture the image, in fact it also includes post-processing sessions where a specialized editing team will allow you to improve and edit the images in order to take advantage of them even more, using professional tools like Lightroom or Photoshop you can configure the exposure, contrast, saturation or any other technical aspects that have failed at the time of taking the picture, this process is key to provide an optimization to your images in a professional manner plus each shot of the camera will help you to improve and customize your style.

3.- OUR TOP PHOTO TOURS IN PERU

All our Photo tours in Peru are available to you at any time of the year, our team of professionals can permanently help you design or customize any of the options, there are very special cases in which access is restricted but it is temporary.

• A Journey through a fabled past 8 days – 07 nights
• Incas Uncovered 9 days – 08 nights
• From de Andes to the Amazon 13 days – 12 nights
• Exploring Cusco & Surroundings 6 days – 5 nights
• Inca Trail to Machu Picchu 4 days – 3 nights (Except in February)
• Machu Picchu Luxury Tour 8 days – 7 nights

4.- BEST TIMES FOR PHOTOGRAPHY

There is no doubt that the Photo tours in Peru are special because Peru is considered a paradise for photography all year round since the images that can be captured are impressive and unique, however it is important to know essential details such as the right moments to get even better pictures, from taking advantage of natural light to avoiding large crowds of travelers, these strategies allow the photographic experience can be even better.

4.1.- Golden hour

The ideal time to enjoy and capture the famous golden hour is moments after sunrise or before sunset. Without a doubt these moments allow you to obtain images of warm, soft and enveloping light that allows to highlight the natural textures and colors not only of people but also of natural landscapes. Especially in Peru you can appreciate mountain landscapes, ancient archaeological centers and traditional markets that when exposed to this type of light create unique photographs. Archaeological centers for example are quite special with this tonality so photographs of Machu Picchu or Sacsayhuaman become very precious as they also recreate shadow projections that are often interpreted as signs of the spiritual world.

4.2.- Climatic conditions

You must take into account that in Peru there are two marked seasons, each of them containing a different climatic moment, so choosing between them may vary the photographic experience you are looking for.

4.3.- Rainy season

This season occurs between November and April, being the time of the year in which the rains are more frequent and has a very changeable climate, this causes the skies to become darker and dramatic, however in the moments where the sun can come out you can appreciate fresh natural landscapes and with a more intense tonality being the right time to capture nature in its maximum splendor. During this season, appreciating fresh sunrises also becomes a great alternative and because of the rains and the creation of small puddles or wet surfaces provide the opportunity to have the effect of reflection of some tourist destinations so it is considered a special opportunity to learn more about creative photography.

4.4.- Dry Season

This time of age occurs between May and October, it is considered the best time to obtain panoramic photographs in the cities as well as in remote places such as the Andes and the Amazon. During this season it is common to see how the skies are clear and have an almost permanent presence of a bright sun that extends the visibility and allows a great opportunity to appreciate and capture special moments such as outdoor activities, during this time it is ideal to capture in photographs the late afternoon hours where the light becomes golden and the passing of the day is appreciated in a nostalgic way.

5.- Crowds

Among the greatest challenges of photography is undoubtedly the crowd of travelers or people in emblematic places such as Machu Picchu, the Sacred Valley, Colca Canyon, Lake Titicaca and other tourist destinations. However, there is always an option to avoid these large crowds and get the photo you want.

• Arrive earlier or stay a little longer

One of the first tips you should take for this is to plan better the time you have, arriving much earlier than the main hours allows you to get a special place so that the photograph can come out in a better way or stay a little longer until everyone has left. This alternative may incur a prolonged expenditure of time, however it will ensure that you get the picture you want.

• Lesser Known Places

It is also a great option to visit places that are not so popular to the world, among those options you can take into consideration activities or tours less crowded as is the case of the Lares Valley or Salkantay, it is also a great idea to visit places in the jungle like Tambopata, these alternative tourist destinations allow you to have a clean photograph without crowds.

• Opt for the low season

The low season in Peru is considered the same as the rainy season since many people decide to skip this time of the year to visit Peru due to the fear that the rains represent at the time of outdoor activities as they can be affected. Although the rains are frequent, they are not permanent, so there is always the possibility of having a great day with nice weather and by not having visitors you can get unique pictures.

6.- THE WONDER OF NATURE

“Did you know that Peru is one of the few places in the world that contains mountains of various colors, for photographers around the world become a paradise to get to know the rainbow mountain for the natural beauty that provides through its various colors, due to the passage of time and climate change the ice cover that once covered this place is gone and left a magical natural landscape.”

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7.- FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

• What is the best month for photography tours in Peru?

All year round is ideal to experience one of the Photo tours in Peru, however you get a better opportunity during the dry season that occurs between May and October. During this time the weather is much more stable and the opportunity to get amazing pictures is greater.

• How much does a photography tour in Peru cost?

Photo tours in Peru require much more special planning and you should consider specialists to accompany you during the whole trip for this reason there are options from $1200.00 dollars per person and up. You can also customize the destinations you visit so you can better optimize your budget.

• What camera equipment do I need for a Peru photo tour?

You must take into account that the Photo tours in Peru require you to have adequate equipment for the trip starting with the camera, the brand is not important but it is important that it is good. You can add to this a wide angle lens of 18-55 mm or 14-24 mm, it is also ideal if you add lenses of more distant landscape lenses considering 70-200 mm and 75-300 mm. On the other hand it will be very important that you carry with you extra batteries, SD memories and standard tripod.

• Are Peru Photography Tours suitable for beginners?

There is an option for every traveler, regardless if you are an experienced photographer or a beginner who does it for passion. Photo tours in Peru provide an alternative for all travelers and can always be adapted without any problem.

• How long should a photography tour in Peru be?

Usually the Photo tours in Peru have a minimum of 7 days of duration which allows you to know at least the main tourist places of the country, you can extend it a little more without problem and customize it to what you want to know.

You don’t need to be an expert photographer with many years of experience to enjoy the Photo tours in Peru, these experiences have been made for all photography enthusiasts to discover and enjoy the wonders of Peru. Auri Peru seeks to create emotions in personalized adventures, now it’s your turn to do it, just contact us and discover a new way to visit Peru through the lens of a camera.

“A picture of Machu Picchu is worth more than a thousand words.”