Peru Travel The FAQs

Before any vacation, there are always going to be questions that you need the answers for. Whether you want to know the top attractions or just how to get into the city after you've left the airport, all the answers need to be found. You need all this information so that you are prepared for the currency, language, vaccinations and safety. Keep reading for some top tips for Peru trips .

Peru

The first thing many people want to know is how safe it is to travel within a country. Peru is generally safe although, as anywhere in the world, you need to pay attention to your belongings. Never leave them unattended and be sure that your money, identification and valuables are carefully stowed away.

Lima, the capital city, is where most arrive and this is a safe place as long as you take care - like anywhere.Transportation is particularly important. Booking with an agency ahead of time can save hassle and help ensure your safety. When traveling around the city, have your hotel arrange a cab for you and get the phone number of a secure taxi company.

It is especially helpful to arrange Peru tours ahead of time if you are unable to speak Spanish. This is the main language spoken in Peru, however, when you get out into the countryside, you can encounter native people who speak mainly or even only the indigenous language of Quechua or a version of it. In areas like Cusco that see more tourism, you can encounter a fair number of people who understand some English.

If you are coming from the Americas or Western Europe, you will probably not need a visa to enter Peru. It is always best to check current requirements with the Peruvian consulate located in your country of residence.

Vaccinations are not required to enter although yellow fever is recommended if you will be traveling to the jungle. As with the visa, always check first, and it's an idea to head to the doctor to see what they recommend for a visit to the South American country. Be aware of what the situation is for infectious diseases by keeping an eye on the CDC (Center for Disease Control) website.

Peruvian currency is the Peruvian Nuevo Sol but in tourist places in cities you can often use American dollars. Right now, the exchange rate isn't a favorable although it is good to know that ATMs will dispense both dollar or soles depending on your needs. Keep in mind that small bills and coins are crucial because many shops and outside kiosks tend not to have change, so keep them when possible.

Travel from one place to another by ground can be affected by strikes and bad weather. With this in mind, have a schedule that's flexible so that your international travel plan isn't affected greatly. Summer runs between December and March thanks to Peru's positioning in the Southern Hemisphere, but depending on what you want to do, you might not always want to travel at this time. This is rainy season so it is not the best time to plan treks or to travel to the jungle.


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