South America Tours Offer Almost Endless Beauty

South America Tours Offer Almost Endless Beauty

by Earlene Silversmith

South America tours to Peru take you to a country of breath-taking scenery on an epic scale. From the magnificent misty foothills and the cloud forest, to the snow-clad Andean peaks, there is so much to see. One of the most popular ways to take in the gorgeous sights is by trekking in Peru.

There are countless famous cultural and natural wonders to view in this remarkable country. Lake Titicaca is here, as are the Nazca lines are here and the 'Shining Path'. Many backpackers will desire to journey into the 'Sacred Valley' and possibly walk the Salcantay trail as far as feted Machu Picchu. More daring hikers can undertake lesser known rambles to Cusco, or along one of the myriad paths through the Andes of Peru. The Inca Trail is the most renowned trek, and there is a strict limit of 500 hikers daily, who must use licensed guides. This is due to the effect that all the walking boots have made to the stone pathway and its environment. Journeys along this trail are often fully reserved for half a year in advance.

Every piece of this likeable, convivial territory has something distinctive to show the intrepid sightseer. The tropical Amazonian rain forest tracks near Puerto Maldonado provide several eye-catching treks, inspecting temples intertwined with jungle creepers along the way. Other leading centers of adventure tourism are the Earth's second highest mountain ranges, the remarkable sister ranges of the Cordilleras Blanca Huayhuash. Overland quests might originate from among the early shrines around Sican, Sipan and Moche. Another sought-after port-of-call is the Manu Biosphere Reserve.

Trekkers are treated to the diversity of experiences offered by Peru. The cloud forest of Chachapoya is famed for colorful bird-life. Other zones feature untamed rivers, soaring condors, prowling pumas, and wild sea-lions at the coast. Discover forgotten cities and lost temples on some of the more out-of-the-way treks. The stronghold of Kuelap is one remarkable example of the Chachapoyas archaeology which pre-dates the Incan culture.

Walkers need good boots and a day-pack containing water bottles, rainproof jackets and extra warm clothing. Heat exhaustion and hypothermia are hazards to be aware of. Altitude sickness can be a problem in the heights of the Andes, and gradual acclimatization is recommended. Pregnant women and children under three should not trek high in the mountains.

Plane travel into Peru is pricy from all areas of the world. Well-informed tour guides are not inexpensive either, but do provide value for money in particular outdoor pursuits like river running, mountaineering, ornithology, and mountain biking. Bargaining is customary, always haggle for the 'mejer precio' (best price)when dealing with restaurants, hotels, cab drivers, porters or muleteers.

Dengue fever, cholera and Yellow fever are quite common infections throughout South America. Consult a doctor regarding vaccinations before travelling. Rabies (passed on by the bites of dogs or vampire bats) and malaria are also dangers to consider.

The occurrence of armed robbery and theft from people trekking in Peru has been known. This happens primarily in the Candilleras Blanca and Huayhuash sister ranges, in addition to the Huaraz region. As a general rule however, when going on organized South America tours street crime is seldom a problem.



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