Peru · ADVENTURE SPORTS
30 reviewed
30 adventure experiences sit on this site; these 15 rise above them. Prices, start times and altitudes are listed below, along with what travellers said once they were back down.
Tandem paragliding over Lima’s Costa Verde districts with HD video. Fly near Magdalena del Mar for about 15 minutes, $54.
“I’m thrill seeker so I decided to try it. On the day of the booking I didn’t get any message so I decided to go the place and check. Waited for 10 minutes and went gliding. It wasn’t scary and we were gliding quite high.”
Tandem paragliding over Cusco’s Sacred Valley from Cerro Sacro with hotel pickup and a flight video. Small group, 6-7 hours.
“Leo was an amazing instructor for our paragliding experience. We felt very safe and enjoyed every moment. After the flight, he took us to a local house. We highly recommend paragliding with Leo to everyone!”
Beginner surf lesson in Lima with patient coaching, safety-first practice, and wetsuit plus board included for $29.
“Great instruction and nice waves! Don’t miss this. What a great place to surf! Give yourself extra time to walk down to the beach. Got some great footage! Thank you!”
Private paragliding in Paracas National Reserve with round-trip transfers, English or Spanish guidance, and 5 to 10 minutes in the air.
“Great guys and great experience. Took my 58 year old mom and 14 year old son. Both enjoyed it. Great views”
Paragliding over Lima’s Costa Verde for $80, with a short 15-minute flight and free full HD video on SD and email link.
“The experience was great. It was amazing to be able to see Lima from above and coursey the skies. I it felt very safe and we had fun. My only recommendation would be to have the driver possibly speak English or have a English speaking driver as they spoke Spanish and trying to give us instructions was a little challenging however we made it and they were very nice overall”
4 days of biking, rafting, zipline, and rainforest hikes from Cusco to Machu Picchu, ending with guided citadel access.
“Really enjoyed the Adventure Hike, lots of pros with only a few cons, see below breakdown of the 4 days (I travelled early June 2024), some tips and a packing list of what to take. Day 1, Bike and Raft: Bike was great fun, very easy/beginner friendly as mostly downhill but get to pick up some speed while catching the views. Rafting was excellent with a few decent rapids. Accommodation was terrible, very basic shared hostel with only cold water shower (not ideal after rafting), food was average but didn't go hungry. Day 2, Hike: I'd class myself intermediate hiker and I found it pretty easy, there's a few hills…”
Private early-morning climb of Mateo (5,000m dream summit) near Huaraz with crampons, guide support, and sunrise views in Huascarán Park.
“It was certainly a challenge but very rewarding to complete this experience. It was unfortunately not a clear day and this made it a little more challenging for a first timer of a snow climb, but the guides were great and it was well worth it.”
Full day rock climbing outside Cusco with a guide, beginner to advanced routes, included gear, picnic lunch, private transport.
“Excellent! The guide was helpful and enthusiastic, the equipment was in good shape, and I really enjoyed the experience.”
Cusco rafting on the Vilcanota River plus 2 zipline runs, hotel pickup, gear, lunch, and a small-group feel for about 8 hours.
“This was my favorite tour I did while staying in Cusco. The instructors make you feel very comfortable even if you have not rafted before. The zip line is smaller than I thought but still fun. I recommend you bringing flip flops to use after you get out of the water and bring a change of clothes.”
Climb Nevado Mateo from Huaraz with crampons, rope support, and certified guides for a first summit at 5,150 m.
“Amazing trip. The early morning bus ride is beautiful with stars and the sun rise. When you park to start the hike you get the see the back side of Huascaran come into view. The hike up is steep but the guides have ropes for the slippery parts”
Private 1.5-hour surf lesson in Lima’s Barranco with Tubos Surf School, including board and wetsuit rental and guide coaching.
“No message from the instructor. No notification of cancellation. We waited… and nothing. Still no refund. Would avoid.”
A 7-day Cusco adventure with full-suspension biking, rafting, zipline, jungle trekking, and a guided Machu Picchu day.
“Amazing scenery and adventure. Our guide Jonathon was amazing! Incredibly knowledgeable and connected in the area. All the activities were well done and very enjoyable and the scenery was the best I have ever seen.”
4-hour rock climbing from Arequipa, with hotel pickup, Chilina Valley volcano views, and routes for all skill levels for $49.
“Extremely fun activity, the hosts are super helpful, encouraging, friendly and make sure everything is safe. Defiantly recommend.”
Two days up Nevado Qampa near Ausangate from Cusco, with glacier steps, pitched tents, strong guides, and an optional hot-spring finish.
“We totally enjoyed the tour! We had a great guide, delicious food, nearly every weather condition imaginable and amazing views. We would definitely do it again! (: Thanks a lot!”
Cusco via ferrata and Sky Lodge zipline in 5 hours: 300m climb, Sacred Valley views, 6 zip-lines totaling 2400m.
“it was very exciting and the guide was excellent.”
