A recent visit to the relatively unknown Chachapoyas region in northern Peru has opened up a whole new realm of travel for me. Offering a unique balance and interconnectedness of a largely unearthed history, enriching cultural experiences, and magical and diverse wildlife, this excursion was perhaps one of the most impressionable trips of my life. Chachapoyas archaeology and natural attractions in this region made this true Indiana Jones territory!  Chachapoyas Archaeology & Nature  At Aracari we've fondly dubbed the region Peru’s Best Kept Secret, as many people, both foreign and national, are either unaware of its existence or are steered away by its relative inaccessibility, making it free of the hustle and bustle associated with the more frequented locales such as Cusco and Machu Picchu.  In many cases, visitors can find themselves exploring natural ancient wonders in blissful solitude. Getting to Chachapoyas The region is best suited to more seasoned travellers with roads, internet access and infrastructure more limited than areas with more tourism, like Cusco. There are no luxury hotels, but rather attractive and stylish locally-run lodges - our favourite is Gocta Natura Cabins. Read more on our top picks for the best hotels near the must-see site of Kuelap in Chachapoyas. A new flight route was launched in 2017 on LATAM connecting Lima with Jaen, for the first time offering easy air access. Previously long car journeys were required from Tarapoto or Cajamarca. The hidden secrets of the cloud forest Nestled discreetly in the dense covering of the trees, partially buried beneath your feet along the pathway, tucked away outside of a small village, and constructed high above in the face of death-defying cliffs, a trip to Chachapoyas yields an abundance of treasures.  Success of our trip can without a doubt can be accredited to the careful planning,