THE COAST OF PERU
Lima to Ica
An interplay of landscapes, stretching along the Pacific coast and in the midst of it: Lima, the chaotic and vibrant capital. A fusion of everything I’ve ever seen before...and more! Here are my top picks of Peru along the coast.
A place where the whispers of history linger in the colonial facades. Where desert and dust meet the pacific ocean. Peru is a country of contrast – and I’m aware that as a visitor I got to see just one facet of it.
– photographed in October 2023
Lima
Lima is a museum of classic cars. It is heaven for coffee lovers. A city filled with culinary delights, vibrant mural art and a young spirit. The architecture features a mix of colonial buildings alongside a modern, industrial aesthetic with lush, green facades. Just like this cool AirBnB in the Barranco neighborhood we stayed at.
Ballestas Islands
A visit to the Ballestas Island is heaven for nature enthusiasts. A unique opportunity to witness diverse marine life and flocks of seabirds in their undisturbed habitat – just off the shore of Paracas.
It’s like being in the midst of a National Geographic expedition.
Some sea lions like to catch their lunch in the ocean. Others really love to cuddle on the beach. Meanwhile, a thousand birds are chirping. You spot a bunch of penguins on their morning walk. Dolphins jumping. What an undisputed jewel of natural wonder.
Paracas National Reserve
A 4-hour bus ride south of Lima, along the sandy coastline of Peru, reveals a true sanctuary of natural wonders: Paracas National Reserve. Known for its surreal landscapes, the national reserve is a mosaic of desert dunes, dramatic cliffs, and raw wildlife.
Indulge in the flavours of the sea and treat yourself to the renowned Peruvian dish “Ceviche”. So fresh and tasty.
Huacachina Oasis
A picturesque oasis, inhabited by local sand boarders. Dunes as far as the eye can see. We gaze over the desert, bathed in the ever-changing light, waiting for a spectacular sunset. A rush of adrenaline runs through our veins. Clack. Clack. We strap back into our skis and glide down the highest dune of the Peruvian Desert. Is this even real?
