The Peruvian Amazon: Iquitos, Mazán, and Indiana
Backpacking the Peruvian Amazon, basing ourselves in isolated Iquitos while attempting to piece together our own independent jungle adventure.
Peru
Traveling to Peru?
Hundreds of miles of coastline, majestic peaks, sultry jungle, delicious food, and unparalleled history…Peru has it all.
Featured travel destinations include Lima, Arequipa, Cusco, Inca Trail Trek, Uros Floating Islands, Amantani & Taquile islands, Puno, and Iquitos.
From the shores of Lake Titicaca to the isolated Amazon outpost of Iquitos, here you’ll find helpful tips, stunning photographs, lodging recommendations, and stories about Peru.
Taquile Island (Isla Taquile): An Unforgettable Stay on Lake Titicaca
Visiting Taquile Island (Isla Taquile) is a unique experience you won’t soon forget! Here’s what to expect plus tips for your overnight stay.
Uros Floating Islands of Lake Titicaca
Peru’s side of Lake Titicaca is home to the Uru-Aymara people who live across 44 self-constructed floating islands made entirely of reed.
Cuzco, Peru: Exploring the Capital of the Inca Empire
Wandering the alleyways of San Blas, soaking up the history of Plaza de Armas, and climbing to see Jesus in Cuzco, Peru.
Colca Canyon Trek: Detailed Guide + What to Expect
A detailed, first-hand guide to hiking the Colca Canyon near Arequipa, Peru with helpful tips for your own deep adventure.
Amantaní Island: Our Homestay Experience
Dominated by agricultural terraces and two ancient-temple-topped peaks, the remote island of Amantani on Lake Titicaca, Peru is unlike any we’ve visited.