The Nasca Lines

Today we traded solid ground for the skies above the Nasca Lines, climbing into a 6-seater plane for a 30-minute flight. From the air, the scale of the lines finally makes sense—massive geoglyphs etched into the desert, only fully visible from above. We spotted the famous hummingbird, monkey, and spider, each one remarkably crisp despite being up to 2,500 years old. The pilot banked left and right over each figure so everyone could get a good view, which made for great photos.

It’s one of those experiences that feels slightly surreal—hovering over something so ancient and mysterious, wondering how and why these enormous designs were created in the first place.

And then came the comedown: the long, long bus ride back to Lima. Not the easiest day logistically, but worth it for a once-in-a-lifetime view.Read more