Best time to visit Peru
Best time of year to visit Peru
The driest period from May to October is considered to be the best time to visit Peru. It is all about rambling through the Amazon jungle and trekking on Machu Picchu or Pongo de Martinique. The weather is pleasant throughout the dry season, being cooler only on higher elevations. Lima and the desert coast see hot and humid weather.
A peak season in Peru lasts from June to August, with overpriced accommodation and chords of tourists in Cusco. November marks the start of the rainy season, January through April being the wettest. This is when famous archeological destinations such as Pachacamac or Moray are at their finest.
23 THINGS TO DO IN PERU (AUGUST 30 - SEPTEMBER 08)
Macaw Clay Lick
A colorful army comes to eat the minerals
Inca Trail High Season
One of the most popular trails in the world offers you stunning landscapes, natural beauties and ancient civilization’s ruins
Choquequirao
Machu Picchu isn't the only "lost city" to visit in Peru. Discover Choquequirao too!
Butterflies Drinking Turtle Tears
Can you imagine a more beautiful symbiosis in nature than the one between wise turtles and tiny gentle butterflies?
Salt Harvest at Salinas de Maras
See thousands of salt terraces placed high in the mountains in the Sacred Valley of Incas
Huacachina Oasis
A lake in the desert—mirage or a sheer oasis?
Lima–Huancayo Train
The highest railaway in the Americas is an amazing Andean adventure
Hiking Rainbow Mountain
Hike a mountain unlike any other
Hiking in National Reserve Lomas de Lachay in its Greenest Months
This place is where magic and mystery comes together with no artificial intrusion
Titicaca and other Mountain Lakes
Among high hills and ice glaciers, these lakes hide their stunning beauty
Trekking to Pongo de Mainique
Check out this truly fantastic way with great nature, extreme views, and encounters with local culture—a great experience for all!
Hot Springs
Take some time in your exploration to relax in healing hot springs between the green hills of the Andes
Peruvian Paso Horse Competitions
These horses are born not trained
Ice Climbing
Snowy peaks look cold and unappealing to some, but in fact they own a very unique and magical beauty
Sandboarding in Huacachina
Have some twists, turns, falls, screams, and fun in a real desert
Scissors Dance or La Danza de las Tijeras
Head to the ground, one foot up, arms criss-crossed and blades right in front of your face—this is the ancient Dance with Scissors
Pachacamac
The most important archeological site in coastal Peru
Moray
These terraced circular depressions leave scientists puzzled
Rafting the Urubamba River
This adventure is quite extreme, but its beauty is well worth it
Surfing
Find your wave and have a perfect ride near the coast of Peru
Kitesurfing and Windsurfing
A new spectacular wind sports destination
Palcoyo Rainbow Mountain
The second most popular colorful mountain in Cusco region
Titan Beetle
One of the largest beetles on Earth inhabits Peruvian rainforests
34 THINGS TO DO OUT OF SELECTED DATE RANGE
Inti Raymi
out of rangeThis ancient religious ritual survived till today and represents the most famous festival in Cusco
Qoyllur Rit'i or Star Snow Festival
out of rangeThousands of pilgrims walk to the foots of Andes to welcome new circle of life or honor the Lord
Warachikuy
out of rangeInspiring event when young sons of Incas show their strength and overcome different trials by fire
Virgen del Carmen
out of rangeTowns of Paucartambo and Pisac near Cusco are homes to a festival dedicated to Virgen del Carmen, a ceremony well worth attending
Cusco Carnival
out of rangeFor those who like crowded and chaotic places with music, dance and other interesting activities, the right time to visit Peru is during the Carnival
Bullfighting Season in Lima
out of rangeThis show isn't for the faint-hearted, but for some, this tradition is a work of art
Q’eswachaka Bridge Weaving
out of rangeThis Inca bridge is a connection between the past and the present, and its renovation is a real tradition for locals
Paucartambo Festival
out of rangeLearn about Peruvian history, pay respect to the dead, honor the Virgin, and try not to lose your head in the craziness of this event
Guinea Pig Festival
out of rangeDo you love guinea pigs or 'cuy' in the same way as Peruvians do?
Ritual Dance Huaconada
out of rangeIt is more than okay to receive a few lashes from the Mayor of Mito for a happy New Year
Fiesta De Las Cruces
out of rangeThis festival represents a special religious tradition of carrying decorated crosses up the hill
Marine Fauna of the Ballestas Islands
out of rangeSea lions, penguins, and pelicans are good neighbours on the Ballestas Islands
Carnival
out of rangeThe mix of Catholic and Inca traditions result in very special festivities
Wititi Dance
out of rangeWiti Witi means "making love," so how do you imagine this dance looks like? Colca Valley would be the right place to check it out
Flying over the Nazca Lines during the Dry Months
out of rangeBe prepared to meet two thousand year old art
Pisco Sour
out of rangeEvery country has its own national alcoholic drink, and this one is truly Peruvian
Fiesta de la Virgen de la Candelaria
out of rangeThis is one of the biggest carnivals in Peru, which combines both Christian and prehispanic rituals
Yawar Fiesta or Festival of Blood
out of rangeThough cruel and bloody, this event symbolizes fight for freedom in Peru
Takanakuy—the Fighting Festival
out of rangeAny plans for Christmas? What about taking part in a traditional fight in Peru?
Cielo de Brujas or Sky of Witches
out of rangePeruvian sunsets are worth a moment to stop doing everything and just enjoy it
5P or Peruvian Pomegranate Pineapple Party Punch
out of rangeYes, you can make this punch outside of Peru, but that which comes from Peru tastes better in Peru!
Cajamarca Carnival (Carnaval de Cajamarca)
out of rangeOne of the best carnival celebrations in South America
Semana Santa (Holy Week) & Easter
out of rangeDiscover unique Easter traditions of Cusco, Ayacucho, and Arequipa
Pink Dolphin Breeding Season
out of rangeBelieve it or not, but these dolphins do exist. Their skin is pale pink, and males are more pink than females
Fresh Chili Peppers
out of rangeChoose your level of "chiliness" and try as many kinds of peppers as you can
Avocado
out of rangeTry not to miss the season of avocado in Peru, and try some signature dishes too!
Lucuma
out of rangeFresh, dried, or frozen—this fruit remains absolutely delicious
Rainy Season Trekking
out of rangeRain is not forever and even if it is, who said that rainy trekking isn't worthwile!
Mango
out of rangeThere is no such Peruvian meal with mango that you won't enjoy!
Mistura Gastronomic Fair
overPicarones, anticuchos, lomo saltado... This is only the beginning of the list of Peruvian dishes you can try at the biggest food festival in Latin America
Juanes
out of rangeThese rice parcels symbolise the head of Saint John after his beheading
Birdwatching
out of rangeAbout one fifth of all bird species on Earth can be found in Peru
Red River
out of rangeThe unusual river is among the top attractions of the Cusco region
New Year's Eve
out of rangeDress up in yellow and get ready to party!
