PERU
The trips worth crossing Peru for.
The 15 most popular 3-day experiences in Peru. The ones travellers rate highest, with prices, how long they take and who runs them.
Three days in Peru’s Tambopata jungle with river wildlife, a canopy zipline, Lake Sandoval birds, and clay-lick parrots.
Most Popular“Sanitation was poor, no water for 2 days. I was left with a UTI”
Short on time, big on views: a 3-day Salkantay route from Cusco to Machu Picchu with camp, hotel, guides, and train links for about $680.
“Salkantay Trekking does a great job in ensuring all the conditions are set for this hard challenge to be doable for everyone.”
3-day all-inclusive Amazon jungle tour from Iquitos at Maniti Eco-Lodge with riverboat wildlife, Monkey Island, and pink dolphins.
“First off, I do want to say that this is not a private tour, but a group tour. Our tour guide Rene was very friendly and knowledgeable, and everyone really enjoyed him. Monkey Island was amazing to see, as were the dolphins. I think we were quoted a more expensive price for the butterfly habitat…”
3-day, 2-night Amazon tour from Puerto Maldonado with small groups, Tambopata Reserve walks, Sandoval Lake boat time, and Monkey Island.
“Our guide Fernando was brilliant, very nice man with good English and very knowledgeable about the flora and fauna and extremely good at spotting wildlife. The resort was also very good, with a nice swimming pool to relax at between excursions and really good food. 100% recommend.”
A private 3-day trek in Peru’s Colca Canyon from dawn pickups to condors, hot pools, and vicuña reserves near Arequipa.
“We had a really nice experience, José (Pepe) is great, you could feel that he's passionate about his job!”
Cusco to Machu Picchu by train and Short Inca Trail, with Sacred Valley classics, sunrise access, and expert guides for $817.
“I hesitated about the score for this activity between 3 and 4 stars. You'll read and understand why.”
3 days in Tambopata from Puerto Maldonado: lodge stay, Sandoval Lake otters, caiman safari, monkey island, canopy hikes, suspension bridge.
“Great food and clean accommodations. Very easy pick up and drop off from the airport and all the transportation went very smoothly. We had wonderful weather and did everything on the itinerary. We saw plenty of birds monkeys Caymans. All in all was a very great experience. Would recommend to anyone who wants to get…”
Cruise, hike, fish, and night-spot wildlife at Heliconia Lodge near Iquitos, with guided river adventures and included meals.
“00the : location , friendly staff , food , tours were all great . I was amazed when our guide whistled and 2 pink dolphins came . The visit to the rum distillery was a lot of fun as well . The boat ride too and from the lodge is worth the trip ! The…”
3 days in Peru’s Amazon from Iquitos with river cruise, sunrise wildlife, piranha fishing, medicinal plants, and jungle lodge nights.
“For a group of 5 25 year old’s this 3 day Amazon jungle experience was well worth the money. Our guide Ernesto was amazing! He grew up in the jungle and was passionate with showing us everything it had to offer. Ernesto showed us numerous species of wildlife including locating a wild tarantula from the…”
3-day eco-sustainable private Manu trip from Cusco with Madre de Dios boat rides, thermal baths, night walks, and wildlife stops for $389.
“Miguel was a knowledgeable, great guide. He made sure everyone was taken care of and the tour ran smoothly. Katia was the best cook I have ever had on a tour! I would definitely recommend this tour!”
3-day Colca Canyon trek from Arequipa with a pro guide. Condors at Cruz del Condor, Sangalle oasis pools, Chacapi hot springs.
“It was really nice to take the 3 days tour, since we could take more time compared with the people doing the 2 days tour. Our guide Markus was really kind and he had lots of knowledge about plants and animals.”
Explore Tambopata rainforest on a small-group 3-day stay: Sandoval Lake wildlife, canopy views, and a colorful parrot clay lick.
“All ran really smoothly. Samuel was a great guide, obviously the jungle is his passion and you could feel this throughout. He was knowledgeable and informative. Really lovely guy. The lodge was nice, small pool to cool off in and clean. Food was good, lots of it. Activities were well planned.”
Ausangate and Rainbow Mountain in 3 days: early starts, crystal lakes, two high passes, and camp comfort with guides, meals, and oxygen.
“Our guide, chef, and horsemen were all amazing. Will never forget this experience! Totally recommend this experience.”
3 days around Sandoval Lake in Peru’s Amazon with rainforest walks, monkey island, night caiman chances, and small-group guiding.
“Gute Organisation, problemloser Transfer vom Flughafen zum Büro des Veranstalters und dann zur Lodge mit dem Boot. Zweisprachiger Guide vor Ort, sehr freundlich und kompetent. Sehr schön angelegte Anlage.”
3 days from Cusco to Manu rainforest with river boat rides, oxbow lakes for birds and wildlife, cloud-forest walks, and jungle lodging.
“The guide was amazing and made the trip special saw lots of animals and had a great time”
From the Inca heartland to the coast and the cloud forest, and every way to reach it.
