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Peru is a place where nature comes alive with vibrant jungles, majestic mountains, and sandy deserts. In the rainforests, colorful animals like playful monkeys and bright parrots live among the lush trees. The Andes Mountains stand tall and are home to fluffy llamas and graceful condors. From the Amazon River to the dry desert, Peru's amazing landscapes are full of life and wonder!
Climate Overview
Peru is like a world of its own with rainforest, mountains, and even desert climates!
About 21-29°C (70-85°F) in many warmer lowland areas, with cooler temperatures in the Andes · Heaviest rain usually falls from December to March, especially in the Andes and Amazon
Rainforests are alive with sounds and the rivers swell with rain.
About 16-24°C (60-75°F) in many travel areas, with cool nights in the Andes · Usually much lower, especially across the Andes and the south coast
Perfect hiking weather with clear views of the mountains.
Best time: May to October for clear, bright skies and soaring condors.
Why it stands out: It's a whopping twice as deep as the Grand Canyon!
Best time: April to November when the sands are ready for adventure!
Why it stands out: A famous spot where kids and adults alike zoom down the dunes on sandboards.
Best time: April to October to explore its history bathed in sunshine.
Why it stands out: It's one of the New Seven Wonders of the World!
A wild jungle bursting with life. Tall trees form a green roof over your head.
Lives here: Parrots, jaguars, and unique pink dolphins swim in the rivers.
These towering Andes Mountains can have snow at the peaks, even when it's sunny below.
Lives here: Llamas, giant condors, and alpacas roam the highlands.
A dry, sandy stretch along the coast with dramatic dunes.
Lives here: Unbelievably, penguins waddle here alongside playful sea lions.
Conservation Spotlight
150000
hectares lost
Deforestation
What kids can do:
Did you know Peru's Andes Mountains stretch much longer than Europe's impressive Alps?