Rivers in Peru
PeruPeru's rivers range from the slow and muddy to the quick and clear. The rivers are beautiful and course through every region of the country. The Urubamba River cascades down the Sacred Valley and is one of the best places to go rafting, as some sections have Class III-IV rapids. In contrast, the Amazon and Tambopata rivers meander leisurely through the Amazon Jungle. Exploring Peru's rivers can involve searching for wildlife, visiting indigenous villages, or charging epic whitewater.

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Urubamba River
Peru’s Urubamba River begins in the Andes, runs past Machu Picchu, and then flows through the Sacred Valley. The river has wonderful rafting.
Explore DestinationAmazon River
At 4,038 miles (6,500 km) long, the Amazon River is one of the longest rivers in the world. It starts in the Andes and flows eastward toward the Atlantic. A dense jungle crowds the river's banks, providing habitat for an unparalleled variety of wildlife. Travelers can explore this network of jungle waterways by boat, spotting animal species that are rarely found anywhere else in the world.
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