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Peru

Wildlife in the Tambopata National Reserve

August 14, 2012 By Dave

Squirrel Monkey

A photo essay featuring the beautiful and diverse wildlife in Peru’s Tambopata National Reserve.

Inside Refugio Amazonas and the Tambopata Research Center

August 9, 2012 By Dave

Tambopata Research Center

An inside look at the food and accommodations at Refugio Amazonas and the Tambopata Research Center in Peru’s Amazon basin.

Top 5 Wildlife Moments In Peru’s Amazon Basin

August 1, 2012 By Dave

Scarlet Macaw at the Tambopata Research Center

A countdown of my favorite wildlife moments in the Peru Amazon Basin, including jaguars, monkeys, and tarantulas.

Jaguars and Thunderstorms on the Tambopata River

July 16, 2012 By Dave

Tambopata River

During our first day riding up the Tambopata River in Peru’s Amazon Basin, we spotted a jaguar, capybaras, and several species of birds.

Packing List for the Amazon Jungle

June 21, 2012 By Dave

My backpacks

In advance of his trip to the Tambopata Reserve in Peru, Dave shares his packing list for the Amazon jungle.

Let’s Go Backpacking in the Peruvian Amazon

May 22, 2012 By Dave

tree frog (photo: Geoff Gallice)

Dave announces his latest adventure, a 6-day guided trip into the Peruvian Amazon.

Aquavit Hotel in Asia, Peru

March 25, 2012 By Dave

aquavit hotel

Before leaving Lima, I spent a few nights outside the city in Asia, a Summertime beach and party destination about 1.5 hours drive  due South of the capital. Here, a large, modern outdoor shopping mall complete with restaurants, bars and discotecas has sprung up along the Pan-American Highway. From what I could gather, most Peruvians […]

Peru Highlights: My First 5 Months

March 22, 2012 By Dave

plaza de armas cusco

My adventures in Peru began up North, as I took a 2-day overland journey from Vilcabamba, Ecuador to Chachapoyas last October. At the time, it was exhilarating to be on the move. A series of buses, rickshaws and share taxis got me from one destination to another in a fairly efficient manner. I’ll always prefer arriving in […]

The Best Outdoor Activities in Peru

February 29, 2012 By Dave

Huascaran

The following is a sponsored post provided by Viventura. [F]or the adventurous spirit who enjoys the outdoors, travel to Peru to experience the vacation of a lifetime. Join any number of South America tours for your journey to Peru, and the northwestern region of the continent. Visitors to Peru will be situated between the Pacific Ocean and […]

Astrid and Gastón: The High Art of Peruvian Cuisine

January 30, 2012 By Dave

Maracuya sour

Dave gets a taste of Gaston Acurio’s world-class Peruvian cuisine at Astrid y Gaston, the best restaurant in Lima.

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