Ecotourism in Peru

Charm, mystery and wonder surrounding the seabed in the north of Peru, a world that hides a richness and diversity of nature is unique in the world, who knows how to capture and enchant anyone who ventures to explore the waters of this corner of the Pacific Ocean. Peru is a real "theme park's biodiversity", in which coexist with a variety of landscapes and ecosystems: the dull coastal region in the north, the lush Amazon rainforest, one of the areas of the greatest biodiversity on the planet, which has a 'enormous variety of species of plants and animals, to the immense ocean were about 1,000 species of fish, 872 molluscs, crustaceans and 412 of 450 of algae.

Visiting this area of Peru, you can also see some of the 175 species of seabirds such as the Humboldt penguin, as well as pelicans, cormorants, red-legged and other migratory species, while the water dolphins, whales and sea lions will perform choreographed dances. In this little tropical jewel washed by the waves of the Pacific and with a climate that guarantees sunshine and mild temperatures throughout the year, you can enjoy excursions, tours and guided tours organized by local tour operators specializing in the sea.

Discovering the world's marine eco-tourism professionals.
With total respect of nature and its conservation, in northern Peru are numerous activities accompanied by expert marine biologists, from snorkeling, marine life observation, up to several fishing techniques. Last but not least you can participate in trips by land to the National Mangrove Sanctuary of Tumbes, to experience in one of the most productive ecosystems on the planet, and full of life, and in the path of Ernest Hemingway, to enjoy secluded beaches, breathtaking views, marine fossils, impressive rock formations and interesting coves of fishermen who have made the history of Peru.

Observation of Marine Life.
An exciting boat trip from Los Órganos Cabo Blanco, allows you to spot the fascinating marine life of Piura, accompanied by professionals: sea otters, dolphins bottle, sea turtles and blue-footed boobies will accompany you in this Peruvian Adventure (duration: about 4 hours).

Observation of the humpback whale or humpback.
Dancing in the warm waters of northern Peru, you can see this huge whale between June and November, although the best time for sightings is from August to October. From Los Órganos in Cabo Blanco, the operator offers to take part in a project of investigation and study of humpback whales (duration: about 3.5 hours).

Sustainable fishing or trolling with bait, private tours.
If you want to try trolling in the grouper and other fish species, the departure is scheduled from dawn to reach Órganos Los Cabo Blanco, and for those wanting to experience the fresh bait fishing, you go where the waters are lower, always in full compliance with the minimum tax for the capture.

Snorkeling by boat or on the beach.
Those who want to discover the magnificent biodiversity of the sea of Peru, is just boat areas where the rocks on the water offer a spectacular underwater landscape, or you can snorkel in the bay of Los Órganos to admire the colorful reefs and their marine inhabitants.

For valuable experience in contact with nature.
Near Lima, Caracas, numerous sea excursions accompanied by experienced biologists allow tourists to remain in touch with nature, ecology and cultures of Peru, with total respect and preservation of the surrounding area for a 'unforgettable experience. This is definitely the best place to see whales, penguins, sea lions and dolphins, and if you want to spend a short stay at this location, we recommend the hotel chain Libertador Caracas (www.libertador.com.pe - units start at $ 171 , 00 double room per night) or hotel Doubltree Hilton (www.hilton.com - shares from Euro 129.00 in double room per night).

Whale watching and dolphin watching in Peru.
The boat trips organized throughout the year is accompanied by an experienced naturalist guide, allowing you to observe some of the more than 300 species of dolphins and whales that live in Peruvian waters, such as a bottle-nosed dolphins, gregarious and acrobatic dolphin, the blue whales and humpback whales, in addition to the South American sea lion (duration: about 6).

Dolphin watching.
Both half-day excursions that provide full day of the sighting of some of the most common species of dolphins in the area, as well as sea lions, Humboldt's penguins and many species of birds, you can reach the island of the Pachacamac and 'island in Asia, respectively, off the coast of Lima.

Diving in the waters of Peru.
The more adventurous and exciting experience that you will experience. In this area of Peru, the depths are rich in life and scuba diving or diving with sea lions, you can discover an underwater paradise unique (Scuba diving: about 2 hours; Diving with sea lions: the day).

Sea kayaking.
Fishing kayak tours with expert guides half-day or several days along the coast of Peru, to admire the landscape, the beaches deserted and the immense richness and diversity of marine life and observe sea lions, dolphins and penguins.

Sailing between the coasts of Peru.
Observe the Peruvian coast from another perspective: that offered by a trip on a sailing boat, surrounded by colonies of sea lions, penguins and seabirds, whales and dolphins, and accompanied by a guide in biology that will make you appreciate even more this fantastic natural world.