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Sandboarding the dunes of Huacachina, Peru Sandboarding the dunes of Huacachina Peru Remove
In October28°Cbarely any rain
Flying time8h 35mfrom Los Angeles
Ideal stayOne or two nights
Best forAdventure seekers · Groups of friends · Solo travellers
The feel of itHot, sandy, adrenaline-first
Where people stayHuacachinaor Ica
Getting aroundManageable without a car
Money and languagePENSpanish
AccommodationCheap

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