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Salt Mine of Maras rating icon 5

MRWW+G8W, Urubamba 08655, Peru copy icon
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Popularity in Country: 115 of 313
Popularity in Category: 216 of 420
Popularity Worldwide: 14367 of 28980
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Nor Yauyos-Cochas Landscape Reserve rating icon 4.5

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Popularity in Country: 127 of 313
Popularity in Category: 232 of 420
Popularity Worldwide: 15933 of 28980
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James February 3, 2025

My advice is to take your time with the hikes... I rushed and missed some epic views... Trust me, you’ll want to linger at every viewpoint and soak in the beauty

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Jane December 24, 2024

I recommend downloading offline maps before the trip. The signal can be quite tricky once you're out there, and you don’t want to get lost trying to find those stunning lagoons!

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Aguas Turquesas Millpu rating icon 4

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Popularity in Country: 145 of 313
Popularity in Category: 258 of 420
Popularity Worldwide: 17504 of 28980
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Mary February 19, 2025

I recommend bringing a packed lunch and some snacks. The food options nearby are limited and can be overpriced. We had a lovely picnic by the water, which was way more enjoyable than the alternatives.

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Robert January 6, 2025

I suggest arriving before 9 AM to enjoy the place with fewer people around. I had a chance to take fantastic photos without a bunch of tourists in the background. It felt way more peaceful and beautiful!

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Daniel November 13, 2024

My advice is to wear water shoes, because the rocks can be super slippery. I made the mistake of wearing regular flip-flops and ended up tumbling a bit. Save yourself the risk!

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Taquile Island rating icon 4

Taquile Island, Huillanopampa, Peru copy icon
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Popularity in Country: 147 of 313
Popularity in Category: 259 of 420
Popularity Worldwide: 17398 of 28980
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John November 9, 2024

Bring cash! There are no ATMs on the island, and many places, including restaurants, mostly accept only cash. I ran into trouble when I wanted to buy some local crafts.

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James October 10, 2024

Try to learn a few words of Quechua or Spanish before your visit. The locals appreciate it so much, and it really makes your interactions more meaningful. I noticed a big difference in how friendly people were when I attempted to speak their language

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Tambopata National Reserve rating icon 4

26 De Diciembre 270, Puerto Maldonado 17001, Peru copy icon
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Popularity in Country: 144 of 313
Popularity in Category: 256 of 420
Popularity Worldwide: 17485 of 28980
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William February 18, 2025

You should definitely pack a pair of binoculars. You don't want to miss all the stunning wildlife, and trust me, you'll regret it if you forget them!

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Mark February 6, 2025

I recommend bringing snacks and water, because the prices at the lodge can be a bit high. I learned this the hard way when I was super hungry during a trek!

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Jennifer February 2, 2025

My advice is to get up early, like around 5 AM. That's when the wildlife is most active and you can catch some amazing sights before the tourists swarm in.

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Valle Rojo rating icon 3.5

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Popularity in Country: 163 of 313
Popularity in Category: 275 of 420
Popularity Worldwide: 18979 of 28980
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Mark January 5, 2025

I suggest bringing some cash for the local shops and the entrance fee. I saw lots of people caught off guard when they couldn't pay with cards, which made their visit frustrating.

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Laguna Piquecocha rating icon 1.9

Laguna Piquecocha, Vitis, Province of Yauyos, Lima, Peru copy icon
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Popularity in Country: 215 of 313
Popularity in Category: 345 of 420
Popularity Worldwide: 23726 of 28980
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Patricia October 14, 2024

My advice is to visit in the early morning around 7 AM. The sunrise views are breathtaking, and you'll avoid the crowd that comes later in the day. Trust me, it's worth it!

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Choqolaqa Bosque de Piedras rating icon 0.8

RPW2+5X6, Challuta 04185, Peru copy icon
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Popularity in Country: 297 of 313
Popularity in Category: 415 of 420
Popularity Worldwide: 28107 of 28980
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