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Stunning natural beauty can be found in every corner of Peru. The peaks of the Andes rise up between the dense jungle of the Amazon Basin and the wild coastline of the Pacific, with high-altitude lakes, rivers, nature reserves, and canyons, too. Yes, Peru is absolutely filled with outdoor gems.

Connect to Peru's natural beauty on your very first day in Lima with a visit to the city beaches and cliffs. Travel deep into the most remote areas of the jungle to learn about the country's biodiversity in the Peruvian Amazon. And, no trip is complete without a few high-altitude adventures in Lake Titicaca and the Sacred Valley.

Peru's best nature destinations can be enjoyed on many an adventure, as well as from the comfort of a fantastic selection of nature lodges and eco retreats. However you like to soak up nature, you'll love doing so in Peru.

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Puno

Puno is Lake Titicaca’s only major city, and most travelers will pass through here while heading towards other destinations around the lake. The city is only mildly attractive, but is surrounded by seriously spectacular scenery.

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Iquitos

Iquitos is a city in Peru’s northeastern Amazon. It’s been on the tourism scene since the 1960s and has well-established services for travelers. You can also visit Iquitos year-round, which isn’t always possible in other parts of the Amazon.

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Paracas

The word Paracas means "rain of sand," named after the sandstorms found in this coastal part of Peru. Hidden beneath the sand is a rich history that merits The Paracas National Reserve, a marine wildlife and historical destination.

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Puerto Maldonado

Puerto Maldonado is a small town in the southern Peruvian Amazon that’s just a half-hour plane ride from Cusco. The nearby lodges offer travelers an accessible and affordable experience in the Amazon.

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The Sacred Valley

The first inhabitants of the Sacred Valley treasured this land not only for its dramatic landscapes and sweeping vistas—the Sacred Valley also offered ample opportunities for agriculture, and had plentiful water just beyond the reaches of the parched desert. Its fertility was the result of a sunny climate and the Río Urubamba coursing through the valley.

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Chachapoyas

The indigenous population of the city of Chachapoyas has a reputation for being some of the most friendly and hospitable people in Peru. While in Chachapoyas, which is famous for its cloud forests, visitors can delve into the rich history of the “cloud people,” including visits to an immense stone ruin known as the “Machu Picchu of the North,” and also see some of the most impressive mummies in Peru.

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Tarapoto

Tarapoto is a large town in Peru’s Northern Highlands. Tarapoto acts as a gateway to the northeastern high jungle and is a short, one-hour flight from Lima. This area has good food, lovely landscapes, and unique birds.

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Huancayo

Huancayo is a midsize town situated in Peru’s Mantaro Valley. The town itself is fairly nondescript, but it provides travelers with wonderful access to the cultural and naturally impressive Mantaro Valley.

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Moyobamba

Moyobamba is an off-the-beaten-path jungle destination in northeastern Peru. It’s surrounded by cloud forests that harbor an array of plants and animals.

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Puno

Iquitos

Paracas

Puerto Maldonado

Sacred Valley

Chachapoyas

Tarapoto

Huancayo

Moyobamba

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