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Wonderful Peru is perfect for families on vacation. Try Amazonian delicacies, stroll the capital’s historic streets, cozy up to the native alpaca, and of course, explore ancient Inca ruins. A Peru family vacation is an excellent option for kids who love cultural experiences and the wilds of nature.

What makes Peru a great destination for families? 

Peru is rich with cultural heritage, fascinating history, and natural wonders. Family-friendly activities can include a variety of experiences, from cultural entertainment to outdoors adventures. Transport is easy to use, and there are even direct trains to Machu Picchu so there’s no need to worry about long treks to see the main sights. Peru is a spectacular family vacation destination. 

Best things to do in Peru with kids

There's no shortage of things to do during family trips in Peru. Think Instagram-worthy photo ops with woolly alpacas, traipsing through Inca ruins, or exploring the untamed beauty of the Andes mountains or the Amazon’s jungles. These are the top things to do. 

Cycle and kayak in Cusco

Cusco's gentle slopes are ideal for cycling. The local trails weave along valley floors, up mountain peaks, across salt pans, and past stunning ruins. Families can also take a unique kayaking course in the Apurimac valley, where lessons take place in natural thermal baths.

Hang out with alpacas

Get up close and personal with Peru's famous native animal at a farm. At the Awana Kancha Alpaca Farm just outside Cusco, kids can interact with the resident llamas, alpacas, and vicunas.

Explore Lima's many charms

Peru's capital is rich in family fun. Dig into the multicultural flavors of Peruvian food at Lima's diverse restaurants, or get hands on at some of the top attractions in the city. Try chocolate-making workshops at ChocoMuseo, see the daily water show at Park of the Reserve, explore the Interactive Imagination Museum, or visit the Minimundo miniature park.

Get out on the water with wildlife

Plan a boat trip to the Ballestas Islands where you can witness seals, pelicans, dolphins, penguins, and sea lions. The trip can be combined with an excursion to Ica, where the whole family can take sand boarding lessons, or enjoy a thrilling dune buggy ride.

Go deep into the Amazon

If you want a serious adventure, consider traveling to the heart of the Amazon, where you'll come across tarantulas, giant river otters, and even piranhas. Guided tours will help you experience the natural and cultural beauty of this region in the safest way possible. The Tambopata River is a good base to explore the region by boat or on foot.

Tips for planning a family vacation in Peru

Trips by road in Peru can take hours to cover due to the rugged terrain, so domestic flights can be more convenient. Get necessary vaccinations before entering Peru, and consult a travel doctor on traveling in high altitudes and jungle areas with younger children. It's generally best to avoid uncovered street food, peeled fruits, salads, ice, and tap water. Peru's proximity to the equator means you'll need strong sunscreen.

When to go in Peru?

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You can go to Peru at any time of year. In fact, the country's climate varies enormously across the regions. Choose the dry season, from December to March, to visit the coast. June to August or in mid-season is best for touring the Andes and September or November is best for a hike in the Amazon rainforest. You can climb the famous Machu Picchu and go down the Madre de Dios river by canoe in this colourful country with its huge number of tourist attractions.
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5
I want to thank Jannik and the team at******************** for all your help with planning this trip. It was a fantastic experience. The hotels were great, very clean, very well situated. We especially enjoyed ******************, we sat in their garden and could not believe how incredibly beautiful it was, even the children raved about it. And their restaurant - the food was just as incredible. The drivers - Wilfredo & William - were both patient and friendly, which is needed with a group of our size and age range. The guides - Irving, Gino, Diana, Alexandra - they were all really good, friendly, knowledgeable. Irving, Diana, and Alexandra were all excellent with the little ones. But I do have to call out Alexandra - she was incredible, and we wished she was our guide for the balance of the trip. She was with us for three days, and by then, she was a natural member of the group. Overall we were all impressed with the drivers, guides, tours, and locations, and it was a fantastic experience for all of us, which is hard to do with a large group of 11 people with such a varied age range of 4 to 72. Once again, thank you and your team, as well as the drivers, guides, and all the different staff for making this an unforgettable and fantastic trip/experience.
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MiMi
5
Like already mentioned I loved the trip. My two favourit destinations were the Amazon rainforest and Cusco.
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BD - Kuurne - Belgium
4
We have chosen Peru as our holiday destination because of good comments from friends and out of own interest. Our trip was limited to the southern region of Peru: Lima (short visit), Arequipa, Chivay, Colca Valley, Puno, lake Titikaka, Cusco, Machu Picchu, the rainbow mountain and the rainforest in Puerto Maldonado. The travel distances are sometimes long and early wake-ups in the morning are not exceptional, but the country is worth the effort ! Peru offers a well balanced mixture of history, culture, nature and local lifestyle. The well informed and friendly guides made it all even more attractive. Too many pleasant and interesting things to be mentioned in a brief summary...
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