Inkagrammers of Peruvian Winter 2019

Here at Inkaterra, we love to see our guests capture and create their own personal online scrapbooks and Instagram is the perfect platform to proudly share them. We’ve chosen a select few of your ‘Inka-gram’ moments from this season. Make sure to tag @Inkaterrahotels to share your adventures with us and, if you ever find […]

September 6, 2019

Our Peru | September 2019

Five things you didn’t know about Machu Picchu

Located more than 7,000ft (2,134m) above sea-level in southern Peru, the ancient Incan citadel of Machu Picchu is Peru’s most visited tourist destination. A UNESCO World Heritage Site since 1983 and one of the New Seven Wonders of the World in 2007, Machu Picchu is well-recognised thanks to its ‘Instragramability’ and ‘bucket list’ appeal. In […]

July 27, 2019

Our Peru | July 2019

Celebrating Fiestas Patrias in Peru

The 28th July is a significant date in the Peruvian calendar. Known as Fiestas Patrias, this national holiday marks the anniversary of Peru’s independence from the Spanish Empire in 1821 by José de San Martín. Martín was a Spanish-Argentine general and freedom fighter that lead a Liberating Expedition in 1820. After a series of military […]

July 19, 2019

Our Peru | July 2019

The Wonder of Peruvian Ecosystems

Home to 84 of the world’s 103 ecosystems and 28 of the 32 climates on the planet, Peru is one of the world’s 17 megadiverse countries. When combined, these countries make up 70% of the planet’s total biodiversity. Due to this huge variety in the environment, scientists estimate there to be 25,000 plant species, 472 […]

July 5, 2019

Hotels | July 2019

An Adventure Guide to Inkaterra

Here at Inkaterra, we’re dedicated to delivering authentic, immersive experiences, while striving to protect and preserve the flora and fauna that flourish in Peru. With an array of exhilarating excursions, we cater to each and every kind of adventurer, from family travellers to solo explorers. Here are just a few of the experiences you can […]

June 10, 2019

Experiences | June 2019

Special Evenings with Inkaterra

While staying at Inkaterra there is such a wide variety of nature activities and excursions, each offering a unique experience for guests to take part in. As the sun sets over the stunning Peruvian landscapes the adventure continues with a plethora of evening activities. Inkaterra Hacienda Concepción, Madre de Dios-Tambopata When dusk falls, take a […]

April 12, 2019

Conservation and Sustainability | April 2019

Sustainability in Peru: Plants vs Plastic

Peru boasts an enormously rich culture of ecological diversity and wonder; from the scenic rusty terrain of the Sacred Valley of the Incas to the vibrant green mountainscape of Machu Picchu, one of the Seven Wonders of the World, Peru is a place of exquisite natural beauty. Our beautiful country is home to an abundance […]

Peter Wilson and family explore Machu Picchu in the cloud

January 11, 2019

Events | January 2019

Testimonial: Peter Wilson, British adventurer

In December 2018, Inkaterra was extremely excited to welcome renowned British helicopter pilot and adventurer Peter Wilson to a number of Inkaterra hotels during his ‘Three Journeys Round’ project in Latin America. As part of Peter’s project he travelled with his whole family to Peru, and whilst here, enjoyed staying at four of our unique […]

December 7, 2018

Events | December 2018

The Feast of the Immaculate Conception

Catholicism is now seamlessly integrated throughout Peruvian culture which has led to much of our national calendar being allocated to special holy days. One such day of celebration and worship, amongst believers, unfolds on December 8th throughout Peru and much of the Catholic world. For Peruvian inhabitants, December 8th has been ordained a public holiday […]

Medicinal Plants are found all over Peru

November 23, 2018

Conservation and Sustainability | November 2018

The Magic of Medicinal Plants in Peru

Throughout the thick and fertile Peruvian rainforest, one can find a whole host of plants that have been used throughout history for valuable medicinal purposes. For centuries, throughout Peru and the New World, these plants have been used to create homeopathic remedies developed to cure many maladies. Communities have their own unique recipes and use […]