This is a first class itinerary which gave us five ‘mega day’ experiences of Peru, each of which was quite different from the others: seeing the wonderful condors in Colca Canyon; visiting the families on a reed island in Lake Titicaca; walking the last part of the Inca Trail and seeing Machu Picchu from the Sun Gate; seeing the great colonial religious art and architecture in Cuzco and spending time in the rain forest on a tributary of the Amazon. These memorable experiences were separated by other days travelling through scenic landscapes, visiting interesting sites and staying in some great hotels. The Colca Lodge and ICH Lodge on the river were both wonderful. Bar one that I’ve reported to Exodus, the others were all solid four star hotels with comfortable rooms and good food and locations. The food in Peru is generally good and we had tasty lunches and dinners out. I’ll pass on the guinea pig next time though!
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Amazon Rainforest Holidays
The Amazon Rainforest is one of the most untouched areas in all of Peru and home to some of the greatest biodiversity on the planet. On an Amazon Rainforest holiday you’ll trek through damp, dense undergrowth with buzzing insects and hooting animal sounds surrounding you. Heady smells, exotic flora, multicoloured parrots, leaping monkeys and ancient trees hanging above.
The jungle is an overwhelming assault on the senses. But, exploited for lumber, rubber, cattle ranching, cocoa plantations and exotic animal products, over half of the world’s rainforests have been lost forever, although conservationists are battling hard to save the rest. Wildlife holidays to the Amazon Rainforest are important: by bringing tourists to the jungle, they help pump money into the local economy and fund Peru’s national parks. Responsible tourism can help provide the financial incentive to keep the rainforest intact where it might otherwise be exploited. By booking Amazon Rainforest holidays with a responsible tourism operator like Exodus, you can explore the Amazon knowing you’re doing your bit to protect this precious corner of the planet.
Amazon Rainforest Tours
Nigel Turner Best of Peru – Premium Adventure
Darren Lyon Inca Trail & the Amazon Rainforest3 nights in the Amazon were unbelievable, so much to see and do and our Amazon guide Roland was incredibly knowledgeable and helpful. He made everything easy.
Hiking the Inca Trail through the scenery of the Andes mountains was awesome and our guide Ollie was also amazing at looking after us and explaining the history of pre Inca civilisations and the Incas.
Our home stay with villagers on Lake Titicaca was also a fantastic experience, watching the sunset and learning about their lifestyle on Amantani island.
Also the time spent in Lima, Cusco and Puno was also very enjoyable for more of a city feel and they are beautiful cities.
Ian Gunn Amazon Rainforest Extension (from Cuzco)After a great trek this was disappointing. The guide (Raoul) gave the impression of just going through the motions really.
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