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Destination: Peru

The name Peru comes from a Quechua Indian word implying "land of abundance", and abundance is exactly what you will find in this incredibly diverse South American country. Peru has three eco-zones that couldn't be more different: the arid Costa on the west, the rugged Andes in the center, and the wet and forested Montaï¿½a of the Amazon basin in the east.

The Peruvian Andes are arguably the most beautiful mountains on the continent and remain home to millions of natives who still speak the ancient Quechua language. In the hills, you can hike the Inca Trail to the ancient sanctuary of Machu Picchu or get to know the local contemporaries. If rainforest exploration is more your thing, we offer some spectacular jungle treks under lush Amazonian canopy. And the often-overlooked Peruvian coast is home to some of the most pristine bird and marine sanctuaries in the world.

		Peru's Incan Echoes Many do Machu Picchu, but go one further, to Incan villages like Chincheros and Ollantaytambo. The Amazon is a natural treasure, but Colca Canyon matches its majesty. This is Peru at its cultural and natural best, a two-week exploration that leaves no wonder unseen. [more]
		Peruï¿½From Jungle to Ruins to Lakes From lush, lively rainforests and sprawling ancient ruins to the sparkling waters of Lake Titicaca, Peru will provide you with a rich, colorful experience. Your journey through this diverse land will give you a glimpse of some the worldï¿½s most exotic wildlife and let you follow in the footsteps of the Incas. [more]

		Explorama Lodges, Peru You don't need wings for a bird's eye view of the Amazon. At Explorama, zip across the world's largest rainforest canopy walkway and see the Amazon from high in the sky. [more]