What is the weather like in Peru during February?

Peru's February weather varies dramatically by region. The Andean highlands around Cusco and Machu Picchu experience regular afternoon rain with temperatures between 55-70°F (12-21°C). Most rainfall occurs in late afternoon or evening leaving mornings clear for sightseeing. Lima and the coast maintain warm temperatures of 75-85°F (24-29°C) with high humidity while the Amazon sees its wettest period of the year. A TourRadar traveler noted: "Even though we visited in rainy season it mostly rained in the evenings and didn't spoil our activities."

What are the best activities to do in Peru during February?

Despite the wet season February presents unique opportunities across Peru. The Amazon's high waters make riverboat tours from Iquitos particularly rewarding with vessels like the Amatista offering luxury accommodations. Lima's colonial center comes alive with fewer crowds and the Ballestas Islands host abundant marine life. Hotel Miramar in Miraflores serves as an excellent base for coastal exploration. Many visitors find the varied landscape compelling as one TourRadar reviewer noted: "experiencing the Amazon's lush rainforest and then heading to Cusco's magnificent Inca sites."

What are the best alternative treks to Machu Picchu in February since the Inca Trail is closed?

The Lares Trek and Jungle Trek offer compelling alternatives to the closed Inca Trail. The Jungle Trek combines mountain biking zip-lining and hiking from Cusco through Santa Maria and Santa Teresa. Accommodations like Casa Andina in Cusco provide comfortable bases between adventures. According to TourRadar reviews: "The Jungle Trek was completely incredible with mountain biking rafting and zip-lining. We stayed at comfortable places like Casa Andina in Cusco and had amazing views despite being rainy season."

Are there any special festivals or events in Peru during February?

February marks a vibrant festival season across Peru. Carnival celebrations fill streets nationwide while Cusco's "Compadres" festival brings locals to the main square for traditional dancing. The Virgin of Candelaria Festival in Puno draws more than 40,000 performers making it one of South America's largest cultural gatherings. A TourRadar traveler noted: "The local festivals really enhanced our February visit - the streets were alive with music and traditional costumes."

What are the advantages of visiting Machu Picchu in February?

February visits to Machu Picchu offer distinctive benefits. Visitor numbers drop significantly while the landscape turns a lush green. TreXperience guides point out that morning mist creates unique photo opportunities. Hotels like Tierra Viva in Aguas Calientes allow early access before afternoon rains. As one TourRadar visitor observed: "The morning clouds parting to reveal Machu Picchu was magical."

Peru Tours in February 2027

10 best Peru trips in February 2027

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In-depth Cultural
10 Days Treasures of Southern Peru
5.0 (1 traveler review)
Duration
10 days
Destinations
Lima, Arequipa, Yura,Salinas and Aguada Blanca National Reserve,Canon del Colca,Chivay,Cruz del Cóndor,Maca,Yanque,Puno,Uros Reed Islands,Taquile Island,Pucara,Ruinas Rajchi,Andahuaylillas,Cusco,Saqsaywaman,Sacred Valley,Pisac,Urubamba,Ollantaytambo,Aguas Calientes,Machu Picchu+20 more
Age Range
Ages 10+
Mountain
Andes Mountains
Operated in
English, Spanish
Operator
Responsible Travel South America
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US$1,640per person
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1 Feb, 2027
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The Inca Journey
4.7 (38 traveler reviews)
"She gave me info on food deliveries, a doctor saw me in my hotel room less than 12 hours after my Covid diagnosis."
Kristina, traveled in June
Duration
10 days
Destinations
Lima, Cusco, Sacred Valley, Ollantaytambo, Aguas Calientes,Machu Picchu,Puerto Maldonado,Tambopata National Reserve+3 more
Age Range
Ages 12+
River
Amazonian Basin
Operated in
English
Operator
G Adventures
20% Off
From $2,959
US$2,367per person
Price based on Private Double Room
4 Feb, 2027
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7 Feb, 2027
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In-depth Cultural
7-Day All-Inclusive Peru Adventure + Domestic Flights: Lima, Ballestas Islands, Huacachina, Cusco, Sacred Valley, Maras & Moray or Rainbow Mountain or Humantay Lake & Machupicchu
5.0 (1 traveler review)
"Fabulous company to deal with. Everything was arranged very well. Never a hiccup."
Judy, traveled in November
Duration
7 days
Destinations
Lima, Paracas, Ballestas Islands, Ica, Huacachina, Cusco,Pisac,Urubamba,Ollantaytambo,Aguas Calientes,Machu Picchu,Rainbow Mountain+6 more
Age Range
Ages 6+
Mountain
Andes Mountains
Operated in
English, Spanish
Operator
Peru Trek 4 Good
20% Off
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US$1,580per person
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1 Feb, 2027
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Lima & Southern Peru Highlights: Colca Canyon, Lake Titicaca, Cusco, Sacred Valley & Machu Picchu Tour
4.5 (2 traveler reviews)
"It took all the hassle out of having to arrange transfers etc and made life easy and safe for me as a lone female traveller."
Alice, traveled in May
Duration
11 days
Destinations
Lima, Arequipa, Chivay, Canon del Colca, Puno,Uros Reed Islands,Taquile Island,Cusco,Moray,Maras,Sacred Valley,Pisac,Ollantaytambo,Aguas Calientes,Machu Picchu,Huayna Picchu+11 more
Age Range
Ages 8+
Mountain
Andes Mountains
Operated in
English, Spanish
Operator
Peru Trek 4 Good
20% Off
From
US$1,950per person
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1 Feb, 2027
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Journeys: Explore Machu Picchu National Geographic Journeys
4.7 (13 traveler reviews)
"This tour was great! My one suggestion is it would have been nice to know how much walking and climbing was expected during the tour."
Sharon, traveled in October
Duration
8 days
Destinations
Lima, Cusco, Sacred Valley, Pisac, Ollantaytambo, Moray,Urubamba,Aguas Calientes,Machu Picchu+3 more
Age Range
Ages 12+
Mountain
Andes MountainsMachu Picchu+1 more
Operated in
English
Operator
National Geographic Expeditions with G Adventures
10% Off
From $2,899
US$2,609per person
Price based on Private Double Room
6 Feb, 2027
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13 Feb, 2027
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11/10 Lima, Cusco, Machu Picchu, Lake Titicaca, Colca Canyon, Arequipa (Small Group Tours)
5.0 (1 traveler review)
"Everything was perfectly scheduled, guides knowledged and helpful."
Vladimir, traveled in February
Duration
11 days
Destinations
Lima, Miraflores, Cusco, Pisac, Ollantaytambo, Chinchero,Aguas Calientes,Machu Picchu,Andahuaylillas,Ruinas Rajchi,Sicuani,Pucara,Puno,Uros Reed Islands,Taquile Island,Canon del Colca,Chivay,Arequipa+12 more
Age Range
All Ages Welcome
Mountain
Andes Mountains
Operated in
English, German,Italian,Portuguese,French,Spanish,Chinese,Russian+6 more
Operator
ILE Tours
10% Off
From
US$2,350per person
Price based on Private Double Room
1 Feb, 2027
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Peru Express 5 Days Tour
Duration
5 days
Destinations
Lima, Cusco, Sacred Valley, Aguas Calientes, Machu Picchu,Maras+1 more
Age Range
Ages 6+
Mountain
Andes MountainsMachu Picchu+1 more
Operated in
English, Spanish
Operator
GUIDEcuador Travel
10% Off
From
US$1,750per person
Price based on Private Double Room
1 Feb, 2027
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2 Feb, 2027
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Explorer
Inca Treasures - 6 Days
5.0 (79 traveler reviews)
"We had a great time. The hotels were both excellent. Meals were good. We packed an incredible amount of activity in 6 days."
Leslie, traveled in April
Duration
6 days
Destinations
Cusco, Chinchero, Maras, Moray, Ollantaytambo,Aguas Calientes,Machu Picchu,Rainbow Mountain+3 more
Age Range
Ages 10+
Mountain
Andes MountainsMachu Picchu+1 more
Operated in
English, Spanish
Operator
Waman Adventures
30% Off
From $1,346
US$942per person
Price based on Private Double Room
1 Feb, 2027
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2 Feb, 2027
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6 Days Classical Peru
5.0 (1 traveler review)
"This tour is an excellent way for someone with limited time to get the best out of Peru."
Peter, traveled in September
Duration
6 days
Destinations
Lima, Cusco, Sacred Valley, Aguas Calientes, Machu Picchu
Age Range
Ages 8+
Mountain
Andes MountainsMachu Picchu+1 more
Operated in
English, Spanish
Operator
Responsible Travel South America
30% Off
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US$1,350per person
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1 Feb, 2027
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2 Feb, 2027
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Active
Wonders Of Peru - 9 Days – Cusco & Puno
4.9 (40 traveler reviews)
"I did get an opportunity to meet new people."
Yvonne, traveled in September
Duration
9 days
Destinations
Cusco, Chinchero, Moray, Maras, Ollantaytambo,Aguas Calientes,Machu Picchu,Huayna Picchu,Cusipata,Rainbow Mountain,Mollepata,Puno,Uros Reed Islands,Amantani Island,Taquile Island,Juliaca+11 more
Age Range
Ages 8+
Mountain
Andes Mountains
Operated in
English, Spanish
Operator
Waman Adventures
30% Off
From $1,597
US$1,118per person
Price based on Private Double Room
1 Feb, 2027
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2 Feb, 2027
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Inca Adventures – 7 Days (Lima, Paracas, Ica, Cusco, Machu Picchu & Rainbow Mountain) – With Domestic Flights
4.8 (218 traveler reviews)
"All transport etc was arranged properly. Hotels were good too. Would highly recommend!"
Ketan, traveled in December
Duration
7 days
Destinations
Lima, Miraflores, Paracas, Ica, Huacachina, Cusco, Chinchero,Moray,Maras,Ollantaytambo,Aguas Calientes,Machu Picchu,Huayna Picchu,Cusipata,Rainbow Mountain+8 more
Age Range
Ages 9+
Mountain
Andes Mountains
Operated in
English, Spanish
Operator
Waman Adventures
25% Off
From $1,890
US$1,418per person
Price based on Private Double Room
1 Feb, 2027
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2 Feb, 2027
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6 Days Of Adventure: Cusco, Machu Picchu, Humantay Lake, And Rainbow Mountain
4.9 (86 traveler reviews)
"Soul was an excellent guide through our Cusco."
Thanika, traveled in August
Duration
6 days
Destinations
Cusco, Chinchero, Moray, Maras, Ollantaytambo,Aguas Calientes,Machu Picchu,Rainbow Mountain+3 more
Age Range
Ages 10+
Mountain
Andes MountainsMachu Picchu+1 more
Operated in
English, Spanish
Operator
Waman Adventures
30% Off
From $938
US$656per person
Price based on Private Double Room
1 Feb, 2027
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2 Feb, 2027
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Machu Picchu Adventure
4.5 (87 traveler reviews) award winner
"The entire trip was organized so smoothly from airport transfers to hotel check-ins, everything was ready and waiting for us."
Genesis, traveled in November
Duration
8 days
Destinations
Lima, Cusco, Sacred Valley, Ollantaytambo, Aguas Calientes,Machu Picchu,Rainbow Mountain+2 more
Age Range
Ages 12+
Mountain
Andes MountainsMachu Picchu+1 more
Operated in
English
Operator
G Adventures
20% Off
From $1,919
US$1,535per person
Price based on Private Double Room
4 Feb, 2027
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7 Feb, 2027
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8 Days From Cusco to Machu Picchu: A Week of Adventure in Peru’s Sacred Land
3.0 (2 traveler reviews)
"The tour ensured that we were able to see the major spots we asked for. We were presented with many unique opportunities that allowed us to meet the goals of this dream vacation."
Jan, traveled in January
Duration
8 days
Destinations
Cusco, Nevado Humantay, Sacred Valley, Maras, Machu Picchu,Rainbow Mountain+1 more
Age Range
Ages 15+
Mountain
Andes MountainsMachu Picchu+1 more
Operated in
English, Spanish
Operator
Responsible Travel South America
20% Off
From
US$1,480per person
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1 Feb, 2027
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Best of Peru
4.7 (37 traveler reviews)
"Peru is right up there with Taj Mahal and Egypt. The people, the food, the places, all magnificent."
Karla, traveled in April
Duration
7 days
Destinations
Lima, Cusco, Moray, Maras, Sacred Valley, Aguas Calientes,Machu Picchu+1 more
Age Range
Ages 10+
Mountain
Andes MountainsMachu Picchu+1 more
Operated in
English, Spanish
Operator
LimaTours
10% Off
From $1,235
US$1,112per person
Price based on Private Double Room
1 Feb, 2027
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2 Feb, 2027
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