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.
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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.
“Mass tourism experience not for the more adventurous travelers. Please note that solo travelers will be placed in a shared room.”
A private 3-day trek in Peru’s Colca Canyon from dawn pickups to condors, hot pools, and vicuña reserves near Arequipa.
“The tour was very comprehensive and well organised by Jarley. Our tour guide Marcello was also very friendly and informative.. he gave interesting insights throughout the tour. 1 full day meals and next day breakfast was included. Our stay at Colca Canyon was cozy and had a pool to relax. I would highly recommend this…”
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.
Cruise, hike, fish, and night-spot wildlife at Heliconia Lodge near Iquitos, with guided river adventures and included meals.
“This trip was amazing - so much fun! Our guide, Manuel, was awesome. He was full of information, very funny, and we loved every outing. Our boat driver, Kenny, was also great and had quite the eye for spotting sloths up in the trees! The food was great, as was all the support staff. The…”
3 days in Peru’s Amazon from Iquitos with river cruise, sunrise wildlife, piranha fishing, medicinal plants, and jungle lodge nights.
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.
Ausangate and Rainbow Mountain in 3 days: early starts, crystal lakes, two high passes, and camp comfort with guides, meals, and oxygen.
“Wow, wow, wow. This was one of the best, if not THE best, treks of my life. First off, the service from Nestor (my guide), Avelino (the muleteer/horseman), and Heber (the mountain chef) were phenomenal. They worked so hard every single day to provide an amazing experience - planning each day's route, setting up and…”
3 days around Sandoval Lake in Peru’s Amazon with rainforest walks, monkey island, night caiman chances, and small-group guiding.
3 days from Cusco to Manu rainforest with river boat rides, oxbow lakes for birds and wildlife, cloud-forest walks, and jungle lodging.
From the Inca heartland to the coast and the cloud forest, and every way to reach it.
