The best way to visit the South Coast

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 Welcome to this week’s edition of the Apus Peru FOCUS – The best way to visit the South Coast!

This series is a collection of travel tips and stories shared by other bloggers and traveler’s around the web.

We hope these tips and stories will inform and inspire you to visit the South Coast in Peru! If you have already been, please share a tip on things to see and do in the South Coast

 

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South Coast Travel Essentials – What you need to know about a visit to the South Coast

A Short Overview – A short, but a very informative overview of the South Coast region of Peru. It discusses climate, history and even lists a few things to do while visiting!

Idea-Packed Travel Guide – A helpful travel guide that provides a more in-depth overview plus more! They even have a section to help you plan your trip ie. different transportation options, medical etc.

 

Things to do in the South Coast

Adventures You Can’t Miss Out On – A short but excitement packed list of activities to do while visiting the South Coast. Riding and sandboarding on the dunes sounds like a ton of fun! Have you ever done either of those?

 

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Things to do with kids in the South Coast

Family Friendly Activities – If you by chance, need to take your little ones on a vacation with you, don’t fret! In the South Coast of Peru, there are many fun and family-friendly activities that everyone can enjoy!

Where to eat in the South Coast

Food For The Trip – A great list of restaurants located all along the South Coast of Peru. If you click on the name of the restaurant, you will be able to see the location, contact information, and a short description!

 

Where to stay in the South Coast

Finding A Place To Stay – A great list of some beautiful hotels located along the South Coast. As with the link for the restaurants above, once a hotel name is clicked you will be able to view a short description, location, contact details and you can even book a room directly from the page! How convenient is that?!

Children Friendly Accommodations – A short list of four great options for child-friendly accommodations while visiting the South Coast! Don’t worry, you will have the chance to relax! All of these hotels have been kid tested, and approved!

 

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  • Aguas Calientes is such a charming little town! 🌿✨ Colorful streets, lush mountains all around, and the funniest part: peaceful street dogs sleeping absolutely everywhere. 🐕💤❤️

#aguascalientesperú #machupicchu #doglover
  • Wow, remembering Qoyllur Riti this year with our amazing group. Such a special experience! 🏔️✨ So cool to relive these memories together.

#qoylloriti #cuscoperú #perutravel #culture
  • The Inca Trail is calling! 🥾🏔️ One of the most incredible hikes in Peru, taking you through breathtaking landscapes, ancient Inca ruins, and all the way to Machu Picchu through the famous Sun Gate. A must-do experience when you come to Peru! 🇵🇪✨

#apusperu #incatrail #incatrek #machupicchuperu #visitmachupicchu
  • Yummy! 😋 Look at this amazing cooking class in Lima! You should definitely try it when you come. It looks like such a fun way to experience Peruvian food and learn how to make some delicious local dishes!

#apusperu #foodtourism #limaperú
  • 🏔️ Lares Trek to Machu Picchu

Looking for a more off-the-beaten-path way to reach Machu Picchu? The Lares Trek takes you through remote Andean valleys, high mountain passes, traditional Quechua communities, and breathtaking landscapes.

What makes this trek so special is the connection with local life. Along the way, you’ll encounter communities where traditional weaving, farming, and Andean culture are still part of everyday life.

After days of trekking through the mountains, the journey continues toward the ultimate highlight: Machu Picchu. A beautiful combination of adventure, culture, and unforgettable scenery. 🇵🇪✨

#larestrek #machupicchutravel #apusperu #trek #perunature
  • 🌆 Discover Lima beyond the usual!

Lima is a city best explored on foot. You can visit the historic streets of the city center, explore colorful neighborhoods, local markets, beautiful architecture, and some hidden corners!

And there’s so much more to discover beyond the classic sights. Explore local food, culture, history, and everyday life while getting to know the many sides of Peru’s vibrant capital. 🇵🇪✨

#limaperú #apusperu #limacity #visitperu #southamericatrip
  • 🏔️ The Ausangate Trek is unlike any other!

Trekking around Ausangate Mountain means stepping into some of the most spectacular and remote landscapes in the Peruvian Andes. From colorful mountains and turquoise lagoons to vast valleys, glaciers, and traditional Andean communities, every day brings a completely different view!!

#ausangate #apusperu #andesmountains #trekkinglover
  • Look at our group enjoying the Inca Trail in April and having a great time!

#apusperu #incatrail #machupichu
  • The people who make our journeys possible are often the ones we see the least.

They carry the equipment, prepare the meals and work behind the scenes so thousands of travellers can experience the Inca Trail.

The recent death of porter Gabriel Ríos Mamani is a tragic reminder that we need to pay more attention to the working conditions of the people at the heart of tourism.

Choosing a responsible company is about more than a beautiful itinerary or a good price. It means asking who is behind the experience and whether they are treated with the respect, support and protection they deserve.

Travel can have a positive impact – but only if we care about the people who make it possible. #apusperu #responsibletravel
Aguas Calientes is such a charming little town! 🌿✨ Colorful streets, lush mountains all around, and the funniest part: peaceful street dogs sleeping absolutely everywhere. 🐕💤❤️

#aguascalientesperú #machupicchu #doglover
Aguas Calientes is such a charming little town! 🌿✨ Colorful streets, lush mountains all around, and the funniest part: peaceful street dogs sleeping absolutely everywhere. 🐕💤❤️

#aguascalientesperú #machupicchu #doglover
Aguas Calientes is such a charming little town! 🌿✨ Colorful streets, lush mountains all around, and the funniest part: peaceful street dogs sleeping absolutely everywhere. 🐕💤❤️

#aguascalientesperú #machupicchu #doglover
Aguas Calientes is such a charming little town! 🌿✨ Colorful streets, lush mountains all around, and the funniest part: peaceful street dogs sleeping absolutely everywhere. 🐕💤❤️ #aguascalientesperú #machupicchu #doglover
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Wow, remembering Qoyllur Riti this year with our amazing group. Such a special experience! 🏔️✨ So cool to relive these memories together.

#qoylloriti #cuscoperú #perutravel #culture
Wow, remembering Qoyllur Riti this year with our amazing group. Such a special experience! 🏔️✨ So cool to relive these memories together.

#qoylloriti #cuscoperú #perutravel #culture
Wow, remembering Qoyllur Riti this year with our amazing group. Such a special experience! 🏔️✨ So cool to relive these memories together.

#qoylloriti #cuscoperú #perutravel #culture
Wow, remembering Qoyllur Riti this year with our amazing group. Such a special experience! 🏔️✨ So cool to relive these memories together.

#qoylloriti #cuscoperú #perutravel #culture
Wow, remembering Qoyllur Riti this year with our amazing group. Such a special experience! 🏔️✨ So cool to relive these memories together. #qoylloriti #cuscoperú #perutravel #culture
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The Inca Trail is calling! 🥾🏔️ One of the most incredible hikes in Peru, taking you through breathtaking landscapes, ancient Inca ruins, and all the way to Machu Picchu through the famous Sun Gate. A must-do experience when you come to Peru! 🇵🇪✨

#apusperu #incatrail #incatrek #machupicchuperu #visitmachupicchu
The Inca Trail is calling! 🥾🏔️ One of the most incredible hikes in Peru, taking you through breathtaking landscapes, ancient Inca ruins, and all the way to Machu Picchu through the famous Sun Gate. A must-do experience when you come to Peru! 🇵🇪✨

#apusperu #incatrail #incatrek #machupicchuperu #visitmachupicchu
The Inca Trail is calling! 🥾🏔️ One of the most incredible hikes in Peru, taking you through breathtaking landscapes, ancient Inca ruins, and all the way to Machu Picchu through the famous Sun Gate. A must-do experience when you come to Peru! 🇵🇪✨ #apusperu #incatrail #incatrek #machupicchuperu #visitmachupicchu
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Yummy! 😋 Look at this amazing cooking class in Lima! You should definitely try it when you come. It looks like such a fun way to experience Peruvian food and learn how to make some delicious local dishes!

#apusperu #foodtourism #limaperú
Yummy! 😋 Look at this amazing cooking class in Lima! You should definitely try it when you come. It looks like such a fun way to experience Peruvian food and learn how to make some delicious local dishes!

#apusperu #foodtourism #limaperú
Yummy! 😋 Look at this amazing cooking class in Lima! You should definitely try it when you come. It looks like such a fun way to experience Peruvian food and learn how to make some delicious local dishes!

#apusperu #foodtourism #limaperú
Yummy! 😋 Look at this amazing cooking class in Lima! You should definitely try it when you come. It looks like such a fun way to experience Peruvian food and learn how to make some delicious local dishes!

#apusperu #foodtourism #limaperú
Yummy! 😋 Look at this amazing cooking class in Lima! You should definitely try it when you come. It looks like such a fun way to experience Peruvian food and learn how to make some delicious local dishes! #apusperu #foodtourism #limaperú
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🏔️ Lares Trek to Machu Picchu

Looking for a more off-the-beaten-path way to reach Machu Picchu? The Lares Trek takes you through remote Andean valleys, high mountain passes, traditional Quechua communities, and breathtaking landscapes.

What makes this trek so special is the connection with local life. Along the way, you’ll encounter communities where traditional weaving, farming, and Andean culture are still part of everyday life.

After days of trekking through the mountains, the journey continues toward the ultimate highlight: Machu Picchu. A beautiful combination of adventure, culture, and unforgettable scenery. 🇵🇪✨

#larestrek #machupicchutravel #apusperu #trek #perunature
🏔️ Lares Trek to Machu Picchu

Looking for a more off-the-beaten-path way to reach Machu Picchu? The Lares Trek takes you through remote Andean valleys, high mountain passes, traditional Quechua communities, and breathtaking landscapes.

What makes this trek so special is the connection with local life. Along the way, you’ll encounter communities where traditional weaving, farming, and Andean culture are still part of everyday life.

After days of trekking through the mountains, the journey continues toward the ultimate highlight: Machu Picchu. A beautiful combination of adventure, culture, and unforgettable scenery. 🇵🇪✨

#larestrek #machupicchutravel #apusperu #trek #perunature
🏔️ Lares Trek to Machu Picchu

Looking for a more off-the-beaten-path way to reach Machu Picchu? The Lares Trek takes you through remote Andean valleys, high mountain passes, traditional Quechua communities, and breathtaking landscapes.

What makes this trek so special is the connection with local life. Along the way, you’ll encounter communities where traditional weaving, farming, and Andean culture are still part of everyday life.

After days of trekking through the mountains, the journey continues toward the ultimate highlight: Machu Picchu. A beautiful combination of adventure, culture, and unforgettable scenery. 🇵🇪✨

#larestrek #machupicchutravel #apusperu #trek #perunature
🏔️ Lares Trek to Machu Picchu

Looking for a more off-the-beaten-path way to reach Machu Picchu? The Lares Trek takes you through remote Andean valleys, high mountain passes, traditional Quechua communities, and breathtaking landscapes.

What makes this trek so special is the connection with local life. Along the way, you’ll encounter communities where traditional weaving, farming, and Andean culture are still part of everyday life.

After days of trekking through the mountains, the journey continues toward the ultimate highlight: Machu Picchu. A beautiful combination of adventure, culture, and unforgettable scenery. 🇵🇪✨

#larestrek #machupicchutravel #apusperu #trek #perunature
🏔️ Lares Trek to Machu Picchu

Looking for a more off-the-beaten-path way to reach Machu Picchu? The Lares Trek takes you through remote Andean valleys, high mountain passes, traditional Quechua communities, and breathtaking landscapes.

What makes this trek so special is the connection with local life. Along the way, you’ll encounter communities where traditional weaving, farming, and Andean culture are still part of everyday life.

After days of trekking through the mountains, the journey continues toward the ultimate highlight: Machu Picchu. A beautiful combination of adventure, culture, and unforgettable scenery. 🇵🇪✨

#larestrek #machupicchutravel #apusperu #trek #perunature
🏔️ Lares Trek to Machu Picchu Looking for a more off-the-beaten-path way to reach Machu Picchu? The Lares Trek takes you through remote Andean valleys, high mountain passes, traditional Quechua communities, and breathtaking landscapes. What makes this trek so special is the connection with local life. Along the way, you’ll encounter communities where traditional weaving, farming, and Andean culture are still part of everyday life. After days of trekking through the mountains, the journey continues toward the ultimate highlight: Machu Picchu. A beautiful combination of adventure, culture, and unforgettable scenery. 🇵🇪✨ #larestrek #machupicchutravel #apusperu #trek #perunature
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🌆 Discover Lima beyond the usual!

Lima is a city best explored on foot. You can visit the historic streets of the city center, explore colorful neighborhoods, local markets, beautiful architecture, and some hidden corners!

And there’s so much more to discover beyond the classic sights. Explore local food, culture, history, and everyday life while getting to know the many sides of Peru’s vibrant capital. 🇵🇪✨

#limaperú #apusperu #limacity #visitperu #southamericatrip
🌆 Discover Lima beyond the usual!

Lima is a city best explored on foot. You can visit the historic streets of the city center, explore colorful neighborhoods, local markets, beautiful architecture, and some hidden corners!

And there’s so much more to discover beyond the classic sights. Explore local food, culture, history, and everyday life while getting to know the many sides of Peru’s vibrant capital. 🇵🇪✨

#limaperú #apusperu #limacity #visitperu #southamericatrip
🌆 Discover Lima beyond the usual!

Lima is a city best explored on foot. You can visit the historic streets of the city center, explore colorful neighborhoods, local markets, beautiful architecture, and some hidden corners!

And there’s so much more to discover beyond the classic sights. Explore local food, culture, history, and everyday life while getting to know the many sides of Peru’s vibrant capital. 🇵🇪✨

#limaperú #apusperu #limacity #visitperu #southamericatrip
🌆 Discover Lima beyond the usual!

Lima is a city best explored on foot. You can visit the historic streets of the city center, explore colorful neighborhoods, local markets, beautiful architecture, and some hidden corners!

And there’s so much more to discover beyond the classic sights. Explore local food, culture, history, and everyday life while getting to know the many sides of Peru’s vibrant capital. 🇵🇪✨

#limaperú #apusperu #limacity #visitperu #southamericatrip
🌆 Discover Lima beyond the usual! Lima is a city best explored on foot. You can visit the historic streets of the city center, explore colorful neighborhoods, local markets, beautiful architecture, and some hidden corners! And there’s so much more to discover beyond the classic sights. Explore local food, culture, history, and everyday life while getting to know the many sides of Peru’s vibrant capital. 🇵🇪✨ #limaperú #apusperu #limacity #visitperu #southamericatrip
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🏔️ The Ausangate Trek is unlike any other!

Trekking around Ausangate Mountain means stepping into some of the most spectacular and remote landscapes in the Peruvian Andes. From colorful mountains and turquoise lagoons to vast valleys, glaciers, and traditional Andean communities, every day brings a completely different view!!

#ausangate #apusperu #andesmountains #trekkinglover
🏔️ The Ausangate Trek is unlike any other!

Trekking around Ausangate Mountain means stepping into some of the most spectacular and remote landscapes in the Peruvian Andes. From colorful mountains and turquoise lagoons to vast valleys, glaciers, and traditional Andean communities, every day brings a completely different view!!

#ausangate #apusperu #andesmountains #trekkinglover
🏔️ The Ausangate Trek is unlike any other!

Trekking around Ausangate Mountain means stepping into some of the most spectacular and remote landscapes in the Peruvian Andes. From colorful mountains and turquoise lagoons to vast valleys, glaciers, and traditional Andean communities, every day brings a completely different view!!

#ausangate #apusperu #andesmountains #trekkinglover
🏔️ The Ausangate Trek is unlike any other! Trekking around Ausangate Mountain means stepping into some of the most spectacular and remote landscapes in the Peruvian Andes. From colorful mountains and turquoise lagoons to vast valleys, glaciers, and traditional Andean communities, every day brings a completely different view!! #ausangate #apusperu #andesmountains #trekkinglover
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Look at our group enjoying the Inca Trail in April and having a great time!

#apusperu #incatrail #machupichu
Look at our group enjoying the Inca Trail in April and having a great time!

#apusperu #incatrail #machupichu
Look at our group enjoying the Inca Trail in April and having a great time!

#apusperu #incatrail #machupichu
Look at our group enjoying the Inca Trail in April and having a great time! #apusperu #incatrail #machupichu
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The people who make our journeys possible are often the ones we see the least.

They carry the equipment, prepare the meals and work behind the scenes so thousands of travellers can experience the Inca Trail.

The recent death of porter Gabriel Ríos Mamani is a tragic reminder that we need to pay more attention to the working conditions of the people at the heart of tourism.

Choosing a responsible company is about more than a beautiful itinerary or a good price. It means asking who is behind the experience and whether they are treated with the respect, support and protection they deserve.

Travel can have a positive impact – but only if we care about the people who make it possible. #apusperu #responsibletravel
The people who make our journeys possible are often the ones we see the least.

They carry the equipment, prepare the meals and work behind the scenes so thousands of travellers can experience the Inca Trail.

The recent death of porter Gabriel Ríos Mamani is a tragic reminder that we need to pay more attention to the working conditions of the people at the heart of tourism.

Choosing a responsible company is about more than a beautiful itinerary or a good price. It means asking who is behind the experience and whether they are treated with the respect, support and protection they deserve.

Travel can have a positive impact – but only if we care about the people who make it possible. #apusperu #responsibletravel
The people who make our journeys possible are often the ones we see the least.

They carry the equipment, prepare the meals and work behind the scenes so thousands of travellers can experience the Inca Trail.

The recent death of porter Gabriel Ríos Mamani is a tragic reminder that we need to pay more attention to the working conditions of the people at the heart of tourism.

Choosing a responsible company is about more than a beautiful itinerary or a good price. It means asking who is behind the experience and whether they are treated with the respect, support and protection they deserve.

Travel can have a positive impact – but only if we care about the people who make it possible. #apusperu #responsibletravel
The people who make our journeys possible are often the ones we see the least. They carry the equipment, prepare the meals and work behind the scenes so thousands of travellers can experience the Inca Trail. The recent death of porter Gabriel Ríos Mamani is a tragic reminder that we need to pay more attention to the working conditions of the people at the heart of tourism. Choosing a responsible company is about more than a beautiful itinerary or a good price. It means asking who is behind the experience and whether they are treated with the respect, support and protection they deserve. Travel can have a positive impact – but only if we care about the people who make it possible. #apusperu #responsibletravel
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