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Embark on a campervan road trip through Central Peru
Enjoy the freedom of the open road as you journey independently on a thrilling road trip from Lima to Pucallpa.
Adventure amongst the mountains, lakes, valleys, and ancient sites of Central Peru.
Unwind each night in campsites along the way in your cozy camper van where nothing stands between you and nature.
Explore ancient temples and Inca Ruins as you discover the magic of Peruvian history and culture.
Adventure through central Peru on this magical 10-day campervan trip where you’re in the driver’s seat for your very own road trip! Starting out in lively Lima, you’ll pack up your fitted out campervan for the adventure of a lifetime as you head north to Pucallpa, covering a thrilling 1,800 km.
Set your own pace and fill your days with activities of your choice, such as hiking in the Tingo Maria National Park, exploring Lechuzas Cave, and standing in awe of the cascading waters of Curimaná Regalias Waterfalls.
Enjoy the ease and comfort of meeting with a local team on Day 1 to get introduced to your RV and supplies. Go over the trip plan for the days ahead, and enjoy on going support by phone throughout the entire journey.
This self-drive adventure is sure to be the trip of a lifetime. Discover Peru on your own terms on this unique campervan road trip!
Adventure through central Peru on this magical 10-day campervan trip where you’re in the driver’s seat for your very own road trip! Starting out in lively Lima, you’ll pack up your fitted out campervan for the adventure of a lifetime as you head north to Pucallpa, covering a thrilling 1,800 km.
Set your own pace and fill your days with activities of your choice, such as hiking in the Tingo Maria National Park, exploring Lechuzas Cave, and standing in awe of the cascading waters of Curimaná Regalias Waterfalls.
Enjoy the ease and comfort of meeting with a local team on Day 1 to get introduced to your RV and supplies. Go over the trip plan for the days ahead, and enjoy on going support by phone throughout the entire journey.
This self-drive adventure is sure to be the trip of a lifetime. Discover Peru on your own terms on this unique campervan road trip!
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Central Peru Campervan Roadtrip Itinerary
Day 1 The Adventure Begins in Lima
Meet at 9 am this morning at the rental center where you’ll be briefed by the local team and get to know your RV and supplies. Then it’s time to hit the open road as you set out North on the Panamericanan Highway.
Drive around 2 hours and you will reach the detour to Caral, the oldest civilization of America! Set out on the 22 km trail to discover this 5,000 years old site and second oldest civilization in the world after Mesopotamia!
Following your exploration of this ancient site, it’s time to hit the road to reach your first overnight destination, Hatun Machay.
Overnight Location: Camping at Hatun Machay Black Cordillera
Distance: 7.5 h, 355 km (driving)
Day 2 Explore the Stone Forest & Drive to Caraz
Pack up your roof top tent this morning, then set out to explore the stone firest of Hatun Machay (there is a fee to be paid to the locals here).
Then, it’s time to set out on the 150 km drive to Caraz. On the way, you can stop in Huaraz and can also check out the Yungay Cementery located on the outskirts of the Huascaran 4 Snow Peak who’s summit is the highest point in Peru (6,768 masl)!
Overnight Location: Camping near Caraz
Distance: 4 h, 150 km (driving)
Day 3 Day of Dazzling Lakes
Rise this morning ready to adventure, as you set out for Paron Lake. You’ll enjoy endless views of valleys, snow capped peaks and lagoons today as you continue towards Llanganuco lakes. You can choose to stay again in Caraz or continue to the campground located very close to the start point of the Lake 69 hike. Tomorrow you can do a big hike, it takes 3 hours to get to the lagoon. A local contact is available to guide you on the hike tomorrow if you’d like.
Overnight Location: Camping at Llanganuco Lakes
Distance: 4.5 hours, 110 km
Day 4 Lake 69 Hike And Onwards to Chacas
Today you can opt to hike the Lake 69 route which is well worth the effort! Then you’ll set out for Chacas which you can reach via Carhuaz. Tonight you can stay at Hotel Plaza in Chacas or Jamin Hostel in San Luis, as there are suitable campsites.
Overnight Location: Hotel in Chacas
Distance: 4.45 hours, 160 km
Day 5 Ancient Temples on the way to Chavin de Huantar
En route to Chavin de Huantar today, you can visit the Chavin de Huantar Archaeological Complex and Site Museum. Here, discover the ‘Lanzón’ or Monolithic Sandeel, a stunning 5 meter tall carved stone Chavín deity. 3,000 years ago a culture in this remote area was responsible for the creation of these fascinating relics, and their history is yours to discover during this experience.
Tonight, you have the choice of camping in La Aurora or a hostel stay in Huallanca. You can also continue to La Union if you prefer a hotel.
Overnight Location: Camping in La Aurora
Distance: 6 hours, 185 km
Day 6 La Union to Huánuco
Wake up today and drive to Huanuco as you set out headed East, passing by the Huanuco Pampa Inca archaeological site from the 1,490 ad. Learn all about Inca Culture, the main empire that governed in this area and their amazing buildings with perfectly fitted stones.
Then, continue to Kotosh archaeological site which you’ll spot before reaching Huanuco. Tonight you can stay at La Casa Hacienda Pucuchinche.
Overnight Location: La Casa Hacienda Pucuchinche
Distance: 4.5 hours, 140 km
Day 7 Tingo Maria National Park and Las Lechuzas Cave
Hit the road this morning as you drive towards the Tingo Maria National Park. Immerse yourself in nature here and explore the fascinating the Las Lechuzas cave. Then it’s time to head to a local campsite to retire for the evening.
Overnight Location: Camping near Tingo Maria
Distance: 4.5 hours, 165 km
Day 8 Drive to the Amazon Rainforest
A scenic drive awaits you today as you head down to the Amazon rainforest, finishing in Honoria, the gateway to the Boiling River of Mayantuyacu. It’s a long road today, so it’s a good idea to finish in Honoria and stay in Hotel Fiori tonight.
Overnight Location: Hotel Fiori, Honoria
Distance: 6 hours, 255 km
Day 9 Explore the Shanay Timpishka (Boiling River)
Wake up and to vthe Shanay Timpishka (boiling river) today! To do this, you’ll need to head to the Mayantuyacu Center, first taking a boat in Honoria town port, then a one hour walk.
Following this incredible adventure, you’ll head to your final destination of this road trop – Pucallpa.
Overnight Location: Camping at La Chacra del Chato
Distance: 2 hours, 75 km
Day 10 Optional Visit to Yarinacocha Lagoon and Return RV
Today if time permits, head to the Yarinacocha Lagoon for one last adventure. Following this, you’ll meet at the agreed upon spot in Pucallpa to return the campervan and bid your journey farewell!
Overnight Location: None
Distance: None
Central Peru Campervan Road Trip Dates and Prices
The pricing of this self-guided trip depends on many factors, such as rental vehicle chosen, the itinerary variations and your chosen road-tripping season. The prices below are per vehicle.- Toyota Hilux 4x4 Roofrent: from USD2675
- Toyota Hilux 4x4 Motorhome: from USD4115
- Peugeot Boxer Campervan: from USD4290
Accommodation on Central Peru Campervan Road Trip
This tour is based in your campervan tent (attached to vehicle). There are numerous camper rental options available that vary based on the space and size. The campervan rental is included in the tour price, however, the campground or hotel bookings are not included.
In some cases, the accommodation listed below may need to be substituted for other comparable accommodations.
What’s Included in the Central Peru Campervan Road Trip?
Meals
No meals are included on this tour.
Accommodations
While RV rental is included, reservations or both campsites and hotels are not included and need to be arranged and paid for independently. Accommodations in Lima before the trip and in Pucallpa after the trip are not included.
Transportation during the Tour
RV rental is included with 220 cumulative daily kms ($ 0.60 per extra km of total travel).
Also included
- RV rental
- Full tank of gas on delivery of RV
- 24/7 phone support
Not included
- Flights
- Travel insurance
- Visas if required
- Fuel
- Guide or driver
- Meals, drinks, or snacks
- Personal expenses
- Hotel or campsite reservations
- Optional activities
Optional Extras
- Optional activities or excursions
- How hard is the Central Peru Campervan Road Trip?
- Do I need a visa to travel to Peru?
- Are meals included on the Central Peru Campervan Road Trip?
- Do I need insurance?
- How do I get to Lima to start this tour?
- Is the Central Peru Campervan Road Trip in English?
- What type of driver’s license do I need for this trip?
- Where does the Central Peru Campervan Road Trip end?
- Do I need special vaccines to travel to Peru?
- Are there any travel restrictions for Peru?
We rate this tour as a 2/5 in term of difficulty. While camping involves some physical activity, you can customize your days to be as active or leisurely as you’d like. Hikes mentioned in the itinerary are optional and not a mandatory commitment.
Check with your local country about visa requirements. You could also try this website, though you should verify with your government.
No meals are included on this tour.
Yes, it is mandatory to have health and medical insurance to join this trip, and your insurance should cover the activities listed in the itinerary. Get your travel insurance.
Fly into Lima Airport (LIM). To reach the rental center, you can take a taxi or public transport.
Yes, the tour materials provided are in English.
A valid driver's license from any country or an international driver's license is accepted when accompanied by a valid passport of having entered Peru within a 90 - day period. The minimum age is 25 years.
The tour ends in Pucallpa. You can fly out of FAP Captain David Abensur Rengifo International Airport (PCL).
Check with your family doctor.
Please check with your local government about travel restrictions before you book your tour. This map from the US Department of State provides an overview of the current status in countries around the globe. The UK‘s Foreign Office and Government of Canada also provide advice on foreign travel. Note that the travel advice may change depending on your nationality.
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