Peru is a wonderful vacation destination. With the diversity of its landscapes and terrain, it's a place where every family member will find something they love: cultural discoveries, extreme sports, mountain biking, horseback riding, trekking or relaxation on the beach, the range of activities in Peru is endless. Here is our selection of the best must-see and unusual activities to experience during a stay in Peru:

Culture: Discovering Craftsmanship

Whether you prefer active vacations or historical exploration, cultural visits in Peru are essential. Take time to visit the famous Incan and mystical sites known worldwide, but also to immerse yourself in local culture and all its vibrant colors. Participate in a festival to experience a traditional dance and music performance. Spend a few days with the Q'eros people to witness a ceremonial offering to their gods. Most importantly, take the opportunity during a family stay to learn about Peruvian textile weaving, known worldwide and recognized as a UNESCO Intangible Cultural Heritage. This ancestral craft, which encompasses wool harvesting, natural dyeing, and weaving, has remained unchanged for generations and retains all its authenticity and natural character.

Nature: Observing Wildlife

A country with extraordinary nature, Peru is home to many impressive animals, from legendary llamas to the gigantic Andean Condor, the world's largest terrestrial bird. You can take advantage of your vacation in Peru to observe terrestrial, avian, and marine wildlife and return home with stunning photographs! One of the country's best places to observe animal diversity is Paracas National Reserve, which is home to exceptional marine fauna: dolphins, sea lions, and penguins, among others, have made it their home.

Sports: Extreme and Varied

If you enjoy active vacations, don't hesitate to head to Peru! With the vastness of its nature, Peru offers countless activities for sports and adventure enthusiasts.

Hiking: On Foot, by Bike, or Horseback

As a land of mountains, Peru is naturally an excellent destination for hiking. You can explore the Andes during a multi-day trek, or take multiple day hikes to admire the landscape diversity. Test your limits with mountaineering by attempting climbs of higher peaks, such as Chachani volcano at 6,075 meters altitude. Peru is also wonderfully explored on horseback, as horses are part of the lifestyle of Peruvian herders. In the Sacred Valley of the Incas, you can complement your trek with truly unique activities: via ferrata, zip-lining, or sleeping in a suspended tent, though this isn't for the faint of heart! Of course, you can also mountain bike or explore natural parks by bicycle for added enjoyment.

Lakes and Rivers: Kayaking, Rafting, and Fishing

Peru is home to the immense mythical Lake Titicaca, as well as many rivers (including the Amazon) that are perfect for water sports. You can take advantage of the opportunity to discover the legendary Titicaca by kayak. For adrenaline lovers, nothing beats a rafting excursion to fill yourself with excitement and stunning scenery. If you prefer calmer sports, why not try fishing in Peru: this country is full of interesting fish species, such as rainbow trout or the famous piranha...

Beaches: Surfing, Diving, and Relaxation

With its 2,500 km of coastline, Peru is also a perfect place to enjoy the sea. In addition to enjoying a relaxing wellness retreat on the beach, you can enjoy water sports there, including surfing and kitesurfing. Diving enthusiasts will also find their paradise in Peru, which has several dive sites known worldwide!

Desert: Buggy and Sandboarding

One of Peru's greatest strengths is the diversity of its landscapes: in addition to the lush green Andes and snow-capped peaks, you'll find the Amazon rainforest, immense lakes, thousands of kilometers of beaches, and even deserts. These are perfect for adventure outings: traverse the desert by buggy or quad bike and try your hand at sandboarding, the sand version of snowboarding that every athlete dreams of!

In the Air: Paragliding or Small Plane

Finally, nothing beats gaining some altitude to enjoy the most stunning views of Peru's natural beauty, villages, and extraordinary sites like Nazca, among others. You can arrange a small plane or ultralight flight to take in these views, or if you prefer extreme sports, arrange a paragliding flight in Peru.

Marion Biremon