Peru is a culturally diverse and beautiful country. Its vast coastal deserts, thick rainforests, tall mountain peaks and serene beaches are just a few of the things that define this picturesque country.

While exploring all the beautiful landscapes and the rich heritage - you also shouldn't miss out on these electrifying adventures:

The Inca Trail to Machu Picchu

I know, I know… everyone and their Uncle knows about climbing Machu Picchu. But let's face it. If it wasn't so amazing, breathtaking, and a few more 'awesome' adjectives slapped on - then people simply wouldn't do it!

The 43 km long trail is one of the most famous treks in the world. In a 4-day all-encompassing trip, you'll pass along paved stone roads built by the Incas, climb up high altitude peaks and end up at the magical Machu Picchu mountain peak. The trek is an extremely challenging one, enough to get even pro hikers pumped.

Surfing in the Punta Rocas

Punta Rocas is one of the most famous surfing spots in Peru. And if you just want to watch it's also the venue for tonnes of international surfing championships! Around Punta Rocas, waves can rise up to about 5 meters, which makes great spectating and even better riding!

Mountain biking in Cordillera Blanca

Biking along the Cordillera Blanca - a 21 kms wide and 180 kms long mountain range in the Ancash region of Peru - is an awesome thing to do no matter how old or how fit you are! From the saddle of your bike you've be treated to some breathtaking views of the snow clad mountain ranges and canyons. Which'll be just the medicine you need to help you revitalize during your strenuous ride! Be warned though… you might well be biking up to over 4800 meters high!

Tambopata Jungle Rafting

Imagine the reaction when you tell you're friends that you just rafted down Class III and Class IV rapids in the middle of the Amazon rainforest! Can a travel 'bragging tale' get any better than this?! Your rafting begins from the shores of Lake Titicaca, passes through the Andes mountain range, through the stunning Tambopata canyon and into the Amazon rainforest reserve. The part of Amazon rainforest you raft through, is only accessible by white water rafting, and hence is why it's such a cool thing to do!