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 […]

November 16, 2018

Our Peru | November 2018

A Seasonal Guide to Travelling in Peru

We have all heard the phrase, “four seasons in one day”, and when visiting Peru it is highly likely you might just experience this weather phenomenon. Due to the country’s highly changeable climate, unpredictability is the only predictable thing about Peruvian weather. However, if you are planning to explore the wonders of Cusco or the […]

November 9, 2018

Hotels | November 2018

Birding in Peru

Alongside National Geographic and Audubon we have celebrated the Year of the Bird in 2018, to encourage all birders, experts and novices alike. 2018 marked the 100th anniversary of the Migratory Bird Treaty Act. You may have seen us posting on Twitter, Instagram, and Facebook for the cause but birds are also a large part […]

June 15, 2018

Experiences | June 2018

Inkaterra: Guests’ Perspectives – Inkaterra Hacienda Concepción

Travel deep into the heart of the Amazon to discover the incredible Inkaterra Hacienda Concepción – where the story of Inkaterra first began. A truly magical setting for our first Inkaterra property, twenty four private cabanas sit majestically on stilts and a six-room casa grande with high ceilings and rustic thatched roofs are peppered around […]

May 29, 2018

Nature & Wildlife | May 2018

Bird of Mouth

As you will have seen this year at Inkaterra we have been chirping about ‘Year of the Bird’. Societies such as National Geographic and Audubon have grouped together to encourage all birders, experts and novices alike, to mark the 100th anniversary of the Migratory Bird Treaty Act. You will have seen us tweeting for the […]

January 19, 2018

Our Peru | January 2018

Eco-Traveller's Choice

As we become more educated and exposed to the effect we have on the environment, many of us are starting to make frequent eco-conscious decisions. This extends to our travel itineraries, with 65% of global travellers intending to stay in ‘green’ accommodation at least once, according to Booking.com in their 2017 survey. This is a […]

October 27, 2017

Nature & Wildlife | October 2017

Recent Sightings at Inkaterra

At Inkaterra a key part of our ethos is striving for excellence in geotourism and conservation and this includes educating ourselves and our guests. It is for this reason that we revel in catching a glimpse of the local flora and fauna that call Inkaterra home, and the last month has proven terrifically exciting for […]

August 24, 2017

Nature & Wildlife | August 2017

Rutland Birdfair 2017

This weekend, twitchers and wildlife enthusiasts from all over the world flocked to the Rutland Water Nature Reserve in England for the 2017 annual Birdfair. Bringing together people and companies from across the whole spectrum of the birdwatching industry, the Birdfair offered educational lectures and hundreds of stands from exhibitors showcasing everything from binoculars and […]

August 14, 2017

Hotels | August 2017

Inkaterra Hacienda Urubamba set to open a spa in 2018

As you may have read in our July Newsletter, we are extremely excited to announce that construction is underway for a spa at Inkaterra Hacienda Urubamba. Set to open at the course of next year, the spa will be a tranquil haven complete with a sauna and four spacious therapy rooms, each of which will boast spectacular […]

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