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Best Recommendations to explore Kuelap, Gocta & around

Looking to explore the undiscovered jungle of Peru? Well, here we have some very practical tips to backpack to and around the Northern Highlands.

The deep Amazonian jungle; Pucallpa & Puerto Maldonado

Most of the eastern part of Peru is covered by endless miles of jungle, ruled by the laws of nature and the world’s longest and mighty Amazon river.

every backpacker has a story

Pariwana Cusco is an enormous hostel. It serves as a veritable crossroads for travelers of all types to meet.

The Northern Highlands

Want to travel off the beaten track? Then check out Peru’s northern heritage! In these majestic Northern Highlands you find yourself on a challenging and deserted backpackers track.

Iquitos, the center of the mighty Amazon

Iquitos, a backpackers gem, and the world’s largest city on the planet without any access by regular roads. Laid out in the middle of the great South American rainforest, it is absorbed by dense jungle, wildlife and adventure.

Taking the Train to Machu Picchu

Cusco opens up to your eyes as you arrive from the east over the Andes, the valley city careening like a meniscus from its slopes down to the airport and city center.