Fast Facts Peru!
What is the weather like in Peru?
Peru’s terrain ranges from desert to jungle and mountain
to coast. February and March are generally fair everywhere.
Mountains tend to be rainy November to March and Highlands between
October and April. Most Peruvians take their vacations from
July to September which happens to be when most tourists visit
Peru. June through September have the most humidity in Lima,
and the Amazon is always hot and humid. Take along a sweater
no matter where you are going or what season you are traveling
in.
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for an updated forecast in Peru.
What is required for entry into Peru?
U.S. and Canadian citizens need a valid passport and proof
of onward passage.
Are there any health precautions I should take?
Travelers are not at risk for malaria who are visiting the
highlands of Machu Picchu or Lima. There is a risk in Cuzco.
Consult your physician about possible vaccinations for yellow
fever, hepatitis, and typhoid.
Centre for Disease Control: http://www.cdc.gov/travel/tropsam.htm
World Health Organization: http://www.who.int/ith/countrylist08.html#163
What is the currency?
The currency in Peru is the Nuevo sol. One American dollar
equals approximately 3.5 in Nuevo Sol. Click here
for updated currency information.
Tipping: In restaurants, an 18% service
charge is included in the bill if you are paying by credit card.
If you are paying in cash, there is no fee; tip 5%- 10%.
What are the best items to shop for in Peru?
The best items to shop for are ponchos, cotton and linen, blankets,
tapestries, pottery, alpaca-wool sweaters and rugs, Inca walking
sticks, oil paintings, handmade statues, woven-straw items,
silver, leather, and gold. Bargaining is the rule in markets.
Avoid purchasing artifacts or antiques as they cannot be exported.
Also avoid handcrafts made with feathers, depending on the bird
it came from, it could be illegal.
What are the voltage requirements in Peru?
Voltage: 220 V; Plugs A, B, & C.
You will need a voltage converter, and plug adapter in order
to use U.S. appliances. We recommend getting a universal adapter
and converter kit. Click here
for more information about electrical standards around the world.
