Jimena Salazar
For me, traveling is about much more than just visiting places. It’s about opening new paths in your life—through the people you meet, the flavors you try, and the landscapes that take your breath away, even if it’s just once in a lifetime. Peru is my home, and it’s a place full of these moments. I would love to help you discover its beauty in a way that feels personal and real to you.
What places and activities do you specialize in?
"Experiences around Peru. I mainly specialize in cultural activities and wildlife and nature activities, adding in one of them unique experiences along the way. "
How did you get involved in travel?
"When I was a child, I could spend hours watching travel and gastronomy programs about my country and around the world. I realized sharing with others the passion for travel was so contagious and magical. I dreamed of having a program like this for years! Later, as a teenager, I decided to study tourism professionally. I learned tourism could also transform lives into better ones in the social, cultural, and environmental aspects, and also was a fantastic way where everyone could create impactful connections and have fun! Then, I joined Peruvian Soul, where I felt the passion and authenticity in everything, wanting their travelers to live the best journey in Peru! "
Please share a unique travel experience you will never forget.
"In 2023, I had the opportunity to visit Tambopata Research center, an authentic place for those wishing to explore the jungle at its best! I stayed in a nice lodge and had the chance to learn more about its wildlife and conservation projects, hear the sounds of monkeys and different species of birds each morning and walk around its forest. I felt so much peace there. It was a unique and beautiful experience! "
Jimena's favorite itineraries and travel advice
Top itineraries and travel advice
Explore Peru's coast, mountains, and southern region in this 11-day trip. Start in metropolitan Lima, then continue to Cusco, the ancient capital of the Inca empire, to explore...
Beginning your Peruvian odyssey in cosmopolitan capital Lima, this 10-day itinerary sees you first travel to jungle metropolis Iquitos. You then embark on a trip along the main...
Get off the beaten path with this unique itinerary through Peru. Take an aerial tour of the famous Nazca Lines. Visit the Ballestas Islands to see endangered birds, marine...
Family itineraries
If you and your family prefer to get active on your vacations rather than sit at the beach, this 10-day tour of Peru is designed for you. Starting in Lima, you'll begin with...
Log off and escape to Peru with this seven-day family adventure that starts in ancient Cusco and follows the Inca Trail through the Sacred Valley to ancient Machu Picchu....
Luxury itineraries
Sleep in a palace, take a ceviche class with a local chef, or indulge in a spa treatment incorporating ancient Inca ingredients. Peru offers countless luxurious experiences to...
Embark on a private, 10-day food and luxury tour of Peru, and discover what makes it the ultimate culinary destination. Explore Lima, home to some of the world's best...
Favorite experiences
Peruvian Amazon Nature Tour
The southern Peruvian Amazon region is a veritable wonderland of natural attractions. The best way to experience as many of them as possible is on a series of short, guided adventure treks. The home base for this tour is a jungle lodge near the border with Bolivia, and the first mini-trek is...
Private Machu Picchu Experience
Step back in time with a deep dive into Inca civilization as you explore the UNESCO-protected Machu Picchu and its ruins on a half-day, privately guided experience. After a short bus ride from your hotel in Aguas Calientes, you'll set out to visit the 15th-century citadel with your guide, who'll...
Lima Food Tour
One of the best ways to discover Peru's capital city of Lima is through its food. With an eclectic combination of indigenous, African, Asian, and European culinary influences, Lima is one of the world's most impressive gastronomic and cultural centers. This food tour begins early in Lima's...
Recent trip reviews for Jimena
Great agency to book through!😍
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Oct 18 - Oct 24, 2026
Our guides were knowledgeable and gave us the history and information we needed as we toured Peru.
Special thanks to our guide Guido and driver Willy.
The sites, the hotels , the transportation were first class.
We learned a lot about Peru!! Read more
Hello Peter
First of all, thank you again for your lovely review! It was a pleasure to put together a journey that matched your interests and expectations while helping you learn more about our beautiful country.
I know this adventure was after your time in the Galápagos, so I can only imagine all the wonderful memories you've made along the way! I'm glad Peru could complement your nature experience so well.
I'll be sure to share your kind words with the whole team. Thank you again for trusting us with your journey
Warm regards from Lima, Peru
Jimena
Family trip to Peru
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Aug 18 - Aug 28, 2026
To add more detail, we are a family of 5 with two adult children and... Read more
Our trip to Peru was fabulous! Jimena did a w...
Peru
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Sep 21 - Sep 29, 2026
Our guides through Peruvian Soul and other tour companies/freelancers were top-notch. Nancy,... Read more
Exactly the trip I wanted.
Peru
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Sep 4 - Sep 24, 2026
Dear Amy
Thank you so much for your lovely review! I'm so happy to hear that you had the trip you wanted in Peru. It was a real pleasure to help turn your interests and your dream of hiking as much as possible into a reality. I also want to congratulate you on all the hiking you did during your trip!
I hope you continue exploring the world and have many more amazing hikes ahead. I'll be sure to share your kind words with my whole team, especially your guides, who helped make this journey so special for you.
Warm regards from Lima, Peru
Jimena
We had an amazing time! Thanks Nancy for sh...
Peru
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Sep 14 - Sep 21, 2026
We had an amazing time! Thanks Nancy for showing us Lima and talking archaeology. Thanks Julio for sharing your stories we had a great time in Cuzco and Sacred Valley. And Jimena we had a great time appreciate all the planning you did to ensure a great trip.
Trip to Peru
Peru
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Sep 11 - Sep 20, 2026
My small group thoroughly enjoyed Alfredo’s d...
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Sep 17 - Sep 21, 2026
Alfredo and Alverdo were amazing. So knowled...
Peru
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Sep 17 - Sep 21, 2026
Hello Kari!
It makes me so happy to hear that you had such a great adventure and that your two guides helped make the experience special for everyone!
Thank you as well for taking the time to share your feedback about the food tour. We truly appreciate it, as it gives us a chance to keep improving the experience we offer to our travelers.
It was a pleasure designing this adventure for you and I’m so glad you got to enjoy Lima and create such wonderful memories with your friends.
Wishing you many more amazing adventures ahead! 😊
Warm regards,
Jimena
Everything was excellent from start to finish...
Peru
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Aug 26 - Sep 6, 2026
Thank you so much, Claudio! It has been a pleasure to design this journey for you and Konstantia. I’m so happy to hear you both enjoyed the experience and felt well taken care of throughout your trip. Wishing you both many more wonderful adventures together! 🇵🇪
Amazing trip!!
Peru
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Aug 22 - Aug 27, 2026
Amazing trip!! Our local guide, Julio, was a gem and we thought of him as family by the end.
Dear Caroline,
Thank you so much for describing your journey as an amazing trip! That is exactly the kind of experience we hoped to create for you when we chose Julito as your main guide. He truly is a gem, and we are so happy to hear that, by the end of your journey, you came to consider him part of your family.
Overall, it has been a true pleasure coordinating all the details of this memorable journey for you and your family. We are grateful to have been part of such a special experience and wish you all the very best in your future travels.
Warm regards from Lima, Peru
Jimena