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“We had the best time! Our guide, Ivan, was extremely knowledgeable about the jungle/plants/animal life and had a very good eye for spotting wildlife. The food was delicious and falling asleep to the sounds of the jungle was good for the soul”
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.
“This was a fantastic experience for my friends and I. We enjoyed everything about this guided tour and stay from the food to the workers to the locations. Our guide Alfredo was a great guide and really increased our experience. The staff was very attentive for anything needed and cared about making everything as good…”
3-day, 2-night Amazon tour from Puerto Maldonado with small groups, Tambopata Reserve walks, Sandoval Lake boat time, and Monkey Island.
“Very good experience, would 100% recommend. Things i wish i knew prior to going so that it can help others. I thought we would be staying outside/ or in a place with limited facilities. You are in luck; dont do what i did and buy a mosquito net and the lot as you stay on…”
A private 3-day trek in Peru’s Colca Canyon from dawn pickups to condors, hot pools, and vicuña reserves near Arequipa.
“I did a 3-day, 2-night trek with this agency, guided by Miguel, and everything went really smoothly. The service was excellent — the itinerary was carefully planned and perfectly executed, the schedule was well respected, the breaks were Read more”
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.
“We had the most amazing experience. Our guide Umberto was the kindest, fun and knowledgeable guide. Would highly recommend to really delve into the Amazon.”
Cruise, hike, fish, and night-spot wildlife at Heliconia Lodge near Iquitos, with guided river adventures and included meals.
“Monky island was amazing! But what made the entire trip fantastic was our guide Victor with his astonishing insight in everything! From trees, animals and food! Thank you”
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.
“We had the best time with Alex! He’s not only super fun and easy to be around, but also incredibly knowledgeable and caring. He has a real gift for finding animals — we saw so much more than we ever expected thanks to him. You can tell hRead more”
3-day Colca Canyon trek from Arequipa with a pro guide. Condors at Cruz del Condor, Sangalle oasis pools, Chacapi hot springs.
“We took the three day Colca Canyon trek with a transfer to Puno. The trek was well organized, with very nice accommodations and delicios food all the way. We would like to thank Ghersy, our trekking guide, who did a very great job. We are also thankful to the drivers who drove safely on steep…”
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.
“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.
“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.
