Discover The Best Trekking Adventures In Peru: A Comprehensive Guide

1.- THE BEST TREKKING IN PERU

If you are a nature lover, hiking and above all adventuring on new trails, then Peru Trekking options are made for you. From the shorter 1 or 2 day Peru Trekking versions, to the more extensive options,Peru Trekking Tours will challenge you to the limit, we have a great variety for all travelers. The main Peru Trekkings Tours that you can enjoy are:

1.1.- ANCASH: LAGOON 69

From all the options of Peru Trekkings Tours, this is one of the shortest since it only lasts 1 day, the visit to the lagoon 69 is considered by many travelers as one of the most beautiful for being located in the middle of a set of snowy, to get here you must first get to the town of Huaraz and then to the Huascaran National Park, the only access is by car. Lagoon 69 has the particularity that its waters are crystal clear in addition to having turquoise pigments and gray tones. In total the hike lasts approximately 5 hours so it does not represent a challenge in itself, the only thing you should worry about is the altitude so take a few days before to acclimatize. This experience should always be done with a travel agency for safety reasons.

lagoon 69 peru trekking

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1.2.- CUSCO: THE INCA TRAIL TO MACHU PICCHU

From all the options of Peru Trekkings Tours, this is undoubtedly the most popular and famous. The Inca Trail has the unique distinction of being the original route by which the Incas could access the citadel that is located on top of a mountain and today is known as a world wonder, Machu Picchu. Although it is considered a very challenging Peru Trekking, it also offers a much more comfortable and lighter option, suitable for travelers who want to live the experience but do not have the necessary physical strength or time to complete the entire route for this trekking in Peru. The options we have available for you are:

• The Short Inca Trail (02 Days/ 01 Night)

It is the fastest option of Trekking Peru to reach Machu Picchu, has a total duration of 2 days, the first step is to take a train and then just walking starting at kilometer 104 and knowing incredible places like Chachabamba, Wiñayhuayna and the Sun Gate to reach the Inca citadel and then take a bus down to the town of Aguas Calientes to spend the night there. On the second day you have the opportunity to visit all the important places inside the inca citadel. The interesting thing about this Peru Trekking option is that along the way you can appreciate the incredible nature that surrounds the sanctuary as well as enjoy incredible views of the entire Urubamba Valley. Unlike other Peru Trekkings Tours, this option is much more quoted and requested so the tickets are sold out easily, you should book at least 4 or 6 months in advance for the date of your trip and so you can calmly enjoy this Trekking in Peru.

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• The Classic Inca Trail (04 Days/ 03 Nights)

This is the most traditional option, a trekking in Peru option that takes 4 days in total, going through unique places through the mountains to finally reach the Inca citadel of Machu Picchu on the 4th day at dawn and delight the first rays of sunlight, enjoying the illuminate citadel over the mountains. This is the most complete version in which all your senses are put to the test and you will be challenged to push yourself to the limit. This option being the most popular among the Peru Trekkings Tours, which is the most requested so it is important that you have a valid reservation well in advance of at least 6 to 8 months. But remember that not all companies can provide this service, only those that have a commitment with the SERNANP and Auri Peru have it, we can organize for you a complete personalized experience.

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Whether you choose the longer or short version of this Trekking Peru you must consider that it is available for you all year round, however there are 2 considerations that you must take into account:

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February is the rainiest month in the area, so the access is closed for maintenance and security reasons at the same time.
• During the year there are 2 seasons to choose from, the rainy season between November to April (omitting February) in which the presence of rain and fog is more frequent and the dry season between May to October in which the weather is much more stable, you can delight in sunny days and better temperature.

The Classic Inca Trail

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1.3.- CUSCO: SALKANTAY TREK

For the more adventurous, this is undoubtedly the best option for Peru Trekking, not only for the distance, but also for the challenge it represents from the first step you take from the base of a snow-capped mountain. This is a Peru Trekking that is really worth enjoying at least once in a lifetime. The experience of this exciting trekking in Peru begins in the sector of Soraypampa where it begins an intense and challenging journey for 5 days, while advancing along a path the first challenge is to reach the top of the Salkantay pass which is also the highest point of the whole experience, at 4600 meters above sea level represents a unique point where you will have a privileged view of the snowy Salkantay. As you continue walking you will encounter one of the pleasant changes that belong and only occur in nature, you go from the cold snowy to the hot jungle environment (interesting fact is that Machu Picchu is located in the jungle so the weather here is warmer) and you will find sectors where there are many interactive activities that involve tasting the delicious avocado and coffee in the area until you reach a well-deserved prize, the hot springs of Cocalmayo where you rest peacefully one day before arriving to Aguas Calientes. The last day you get the best prize, you get to visit the Inca citadel in all its splendor.

salkantay trek

Delight with this Peru Trekking is more accessible since the groups to do it are organized frequently and the only thing to take care in advance will be your entrance ticket to Machu Picchu (You can get it on the Joinnus platform) in addition to choosing a travel season in the year, but in parallel you must hire the services of a responsible travel agency to help you with the details of camping equipment, food and everything else, Auri Peru is ideal for this experience, contact our experts travel advisors for more information.

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1.4.- CUSCO: AUSANGATE TREK

One of the best options for travelers looking for a unique challenge, out of all conventional and that takes you to the limit is undoubtedly the Peru Ausangate Trekking, has several options that can take between 4, 6 or 8 days. However what they have in common is that all options allow you to delight a privileged visit to the protective mountain of the city of Cusco, Ausangate is also known as the highest mountain in the entire region with its 6384 meters above sea level is distinguished from the rest, during the experience of this Peru Trekking you can live an experiential experience visiting populations in which you can share not only moments but also traditions that were inherited for generations in places that are very attached to the Andean belief. Undoubtedly the Trekking Peru of Ausangate will show you more than one side of visiting the Peruvian Andes, this Peru Trekking unlike other options of Peru Trekkings Tours does not have as a destination the Inca citadel of Machu Picchu, but a more natural side also including among its destinations the popular rainbow mountain that for many travelers is the destination they want to visit at some point in their lives.

ausangate peru trekking

This Trekking in Peru is popular among travelers because it represents a major challenge, because you travel trails that are literally in the middle of nowhere, between mountains and snowy areas you can visit incredible places like its highest point which is the Abra Palomani (5200 meters above sea level), thanks to this also gets the category of having a demanding difficulty suitable only for the best hikers who enjoy looking for new alternatives Trekking in Peru.

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1.5.- AREQUIPA: COLCA CANYON

Located in the region of Arequipa, the Colca Canyon represents a Peru Trekking option that you can not miss. The Colca Canyon is the second deepest point in the world (4,150 meters deep) that gives you not only the experience of being able to walk its trails but also a privileged view of the Peruvian Andes, is one of the most popular hikes in Peru due to its geography but also because it complements perfectly with a majestic spectacle of the flight of the condor. The options for this Peru Trekking are from 1 to 3 days in which you can also visit magical places such as nearby towns, the most popular is Coporaque, we know you will love this experience that is available for you all year round.

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2.- A NEW ADVENTURE

“Embark on a pilgrimage through the Andes’ timeless embrace, where every trail unveils sacred wonders, nature’s eternal grace. Trekkings in Peru…. adventure of a lifetime!”

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3.- TREKKING PREPARATION AND ESSENTIALS

Although trekking in Peru sounds intimidating and challenging, the reality is that it is a unique experience that is worth living at least once in your life. For this it is important that you prepare yourself and the best recommendations we can give you are:

• Acclimatization to the altitude: Remember that trekking in Peru is mostly at high altitude, so the best thing to do when you arrive is to spend a few days resting before starting the Peru Trekking you have chosen. There are places nearby as cities where you can delight a couple of days without doing anything.
• Physical preparation: The geography that one finds during a Trekking Peru is very diverse, for this reason it is important that you are physically prepared, for this you can choose to do some short walks for short periods of time (15 to 30 minutes a day) for 2 weeks prior to your trip will be adequate, it is not necessary that you become addicted to the sport.
• Necessary equipment: To prepare the necessary equipment is fundamental, remember that the basics are hiking shoes that are comfortable and resistant, clothing for the weather (waterproof, thermal, hat, gloves and others), also a comfortable backpack where you can carry all personal items, water bottle, sunscreen, flashlight and finally the sleeping bag (although you can also rent it in Cusco).

neccesary equipment for a peru trekking

• Safety: Any trekking in Peru involves a degree of risk for this reason you should consider that any Peru Trekking should always be done with a specialized travel agency and additionally you must have travel insurance to support you all the way.
• Respect for the environment and social environment: Remember that the entire region is at a cultural and traditional level that is highly valued to this day. For this reason it is important that you always prioritize the preservation, respect and consideration, this implies that you do not affect with garbage, bandolins the road, extract any plant of the place and other actions that although they seem minimal are acts that in a repetitive way would end up destroying the wonderful road that you can travel.

4.- SUPPORTING LOCAL COMMUNITIES

Nowadays responsible travel is the best way to visit the country, this involves that the travel agency you choose can contribute in a constant way with the populations that live in the highlands of the Andes. This support can be:

• Social: In some cases the companies can go to visit the communities taking food, education or medical support to help improve the quality of life.
• Economically: During the Peru Trekkings tours you will have a support team called porters or also muleteers, depending on the destination you choose, they are the ones who carry all the camping equipment, food and even your luggage. For this they are paid a fair price, although of course you can give them an extra tip at the end of the experience.
• Natural: The visit that is made during the Peru Trekking can affect the environment for this reason, an initiative of reforestation, 1 tree is planted for each traveler who visits the place. This has allowed many forests to flourish again.

supporting local communities

Now that you know a bit more about your next Peru Trekking, you only have to choose the time of your trip and for this you have us. Auri Peru is specialist in organizing these experiences with first class travel modalities, we will be happy to organize a personalized adventure for you, contact us now and discover everything we have ready for you.

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