For those who love marine fauna, the desert and geology we offer a trip along the southern coast of Peru; Paracas, Ica and Nazca, regions found along the Pacific Ocean coastline were home of ancient civilizations. This fascinating contrast between the desert and ocean makes us appreciate the greatest expression of nature. We will walk by the cliffs and enjoy the thousands of years old geological formations, fossils, sand dunes, oasis and the visit the Ballestas islands which host a huge variety of marine species. We’ll also visit the mysterious Nazca lines which still cause great interest and are subject to ongoing archaeological, anthropological and scientific investigations.
We will travel through the history of Peru from its ancient past to the time of the conquest, from Paracas, Nazca, Collaguas and Cabanas in the Colca canyon to the Tiahuanaco of the high plain. We will see how these civilizations conquered the desert and left behind beautiful ceremonial constructions, aqueducts, mysterious desert lines and finally we will arrive at the heart of the Inca empire, Cusco.
This journey will take us through northern Peru, along costal deserts, central highlands to the very edge of the Peruvian rainforest. Travelling from Caral, considered the oldest ceremonial centre in South America, we will see evidence of the great pre-hispanic civilisations, those of Chavin, Sechin, Moche, Chimú and Chachapoyas. This trip has been organised for those who wish to visit the lesser seen Peruvian archaeological and historic sites. Travellers will be fascinated by the contrasts in beautiful scenery, rich folklore and traditions.
Peru is a amazonian country, 60% of its territory is covered by this diverse flora and fauna. The Peruvian amazon stretches from the slopes of the eastern Andes and continues over the vast tropical region of South America. This is one of the most important tropical regions of the world due to its proximity to the equator. Within the amazon basin a number of protected areas are found including the Tambopata and Pacaya-Samiria National Reserves and Manu National Park. These areas are home to more than 1,300 bird , 200 mammal and over 15,000 plant and flower species.