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Security - Peru
- Take normal precautions against pickpockets - Carry a
copy of identification documents. Keep originals and
your valuables in the safety deposit box of your hotel
and make sure to list down what you deposit and verify
the responsibility assumed by the establishment. - Carry
valuables discreetly. Do not carry large amounts of
cash. Keep an eye on your bags and luggage. - Do not
carry suitcases, bags or sac packs on your back. - Do
not exchange money out in the street. - Do not walk
around late at night through areas with poor lighting or
without a companion
Telephone - Peru
In Peru the most economical and
practical to make telephone calls to any country is
through the booths that usually have a letrero saying
"International calls" through these booths can make
calls to cellular or fixed telephones and calls are
local, national or international, about the cost per
minute is as follows:
To fixed telephones:
Local: centimos 0.20 soles, l
National: 0.50 soles centimos
International is according to the country but for most
countries is 0.70 centimos minute
To cellular:
Local: 0.50 soles centimos
National: 0.70 soles centimos
International: 1.00 to 1.50 soles
Also there is another option to make calls and is
through public telephones but today are no longer widely
used, these works with coins and cards.
Internet - Peru
- The main cities in the country do have public Internet
booths. - The average cost per hour is S/.1.00 to S/.1.5
Health Matters - Peru
- Only drink bottled or previously boiled water. - Be
careful with raw vegetables and fruits. - Avoid eating
from street vendors. - Rest on the first day of your
arrival to the Highlands, and consume light meals to
prevent altitude illness (soroche). Drinking "coca tea"
is recommended. - If you travel to the Highlands or to
the Jungle, make sure to carry insect repellent and a
raincoat.
- To obtain medical services, contact the staff of your
hotel or travel agent. - If you wish to take travelers'
insurance, contact your favorite travel agency.
Banks - Peru
Banking hours in Peru are normally from Monday to
Friday, from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. In addition, most banks
open for the public half day on Saturdays. In the
streets of the main cities there are teller machines
installed by the different banks.
Money Exchange - Peru
EIt is recommended that money should be exchanged in
hotels, banks and authorized money exchange offices
(Service hours: 9:30 a.m. to 6 p.m., approximately). The
exchange rate against the US Dollar is variable. Inquire
before changing your money. For exchanging other
currencies inquiry at money exchange offices
Nightlife - Peru
In Peru there are many places we
have distracting variety of nightclubs, bars, clubs
(where there are typical music), all these places are
usually only open on weekends but in the city of Cusco
work every day, including holidays is the city that has
more nightlife
Food and Beverage
- Peru Peruvian cuisine offers a great variety of dishes
typical of the Coast, the Highlands and the Jungle.
Always first ask about their ingredients, since some
dishes can contain hot pepper or be highly spiced. You
will also find establishments where international food
is prepared. As far as drinks are concerned, try the
very Peruvian Pisco (grape brandy) in any of its various
recipes, as well as "chicha morada" (purple corn juice)
"chicha de jora" (fermented red or yellow corn juice)and
agüaje juice, made from a tropical Jungle fruit.
Useful Information - Inca Trail, Treks and Cusco
Weather in Cusco
Cusco has a temperate climate with year round
temperatures fluctuating between 14º - 16ºC, with warm
days and cold nights. The rainy season in Cusco is from
December to March.
Machu Picchu has a semi-tropical climate, with warm and
humid days and cold nights. The rainy season in Machu
Picchu is from November to March, so be prepared.
The wet months are January to April, when roads are
often closed by landslides or flooding.
The best months for visiting Machu Picchu are from April
to October.
We Recommend you to:
- Use boots during treks and sneakers during long walks.
- Drinking lots of liquids on long excursions, specially
during the Inca Trail
- Always taking an umbrella or rainwear.
What to Bring
- Hiking boots, sneakers and shoes.
- Long pants or slacks
- Long-sleeved shirts.
- Several T-shirts
- Sweaters and a jacket.
- Rain wear (you never know when will rain even if its
the dry season).
- Camera.
- Insect Repellent and sun block (sun is always stronger
in such altitude).
- Personal toilet items.
- Personal first Aid kit.
- Flashlight.
- Wash kit, water bottle and water purifying tablets.
- A light backpack.
- Change of underwear.
- Gloves, scarf, wool socks and a hat or cap.
- A towel and toilet paper.
Water
The tap water in most of Peru is potable, but the
chemical content varies from place to place. To avoid
problems, we recommend that you always drink bottled
water.
Health
Because you are visiting Andean areas, don't forget to
take precautions to avoid altitude sickness if you are
prone to it. Be sure to try a hot tea or an infusion of
coca leaves on arrival at altitude. During your first
day move slowly and eat lightly, resting the first
couple of hours.
Heights
Cusco City: 3,360 m.a.s.l.
Machu Picchu: 2,400 m.a.s.l.
Urubamba Valley: 2,850 m.a.s.l.
Inca Trail highest point: 4,200 m.a.s.l.
Park Regulations
The Inca Trail is part of the Machu Picchu Sanctuary, a
protected area of 32,592 hectares, managed by the
National Institute of Natural Resources, INRENA. Every
visitor must obey park regulations prohibiting
littering, cutting or damaging trees, removing or
damaging stones of ruins and the Trail, removing plants,
killing animals, lighting open fires or camping in the
archeological sites (Only authorized campsites can be
used).
If you need any future information about Peru contact
us.
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