Why hello there traveller.
Haven’t yet made it to Peru?
Then this one’s for you.
Whether it's Machu Picchu, the magnificent Sandoval Lake, or the desert oasis Huacachina,
Peru’s got something for everyone.
So grab your pen, your paper, and your passport.
We’re going to answer every question you have about travelling to Peru.
To begin, let’s paint a picture of what the perfect Peru-bound traveller looks like
and see how you match up.
You’d likely want to be...
In decent shape to conquer all those steep climbs
on a budget because Peru is nothing if not budget-friendly
an adventurous eater so you don’t miss out on delicacies like cuy
Ready to trek, bike, climb, surf, zip and sandboard
And have saved up 8 to 15 days to explore the country
But before you pack your bags, brush up on some basic Spanish to make travelling rurally
and haggling in markets, easier.
If you’re going to be anywhere near the Amazon, get yourself vaccinated for Yellow
Fever and take some malaria medication.
After all, there’s nothing like a bout of serious (and preventable) illness to ruin
even the best vacation.
Oh and on that note, a quick word about altitude sickness.
If you plan on tackling a trek through the Andes, you’ll need to give your body time
to adjust to the lower levels of oxygen that exist at high altitudes.
If you’ll be trekking to Machu Picchu, arrive in Cusco a few days early to give yourself
time to adjust.
You can learn more about how to conquer altitude sickness and what to pack if you are heading
to Machu Picchu by clicking on this info card right here, or by following the link in the
description down below.
Now you might be asking yourself, “but is Peru safe?
Are their cities safe?”
You can tell your mum not to worry because Peru is definitely safe, even for solo travellers.
The crime rate is relatively low, with pickpocketing and credit card fraud being the most common
crime a traveller might encounter.
Simply keep your belongings close and your wit’s about you!
Next, it’s time to decide when should you hop on a plane to visit Peru.
If you’re going to be trekking one of the many trails to Machu Picchu then consider
travelling between July and August when the weather is at it’s best.
You can of course visit Peru during mid-December to mid-January though in some regions rain
will increase so pack your waterproof gear!
In general, we advise that you stay away from Peru during its rainy reason if you want to
enjoy the rainforest or mountain regions.
Otherwise you may be left disappointed as many roads and trails can be closed due to
flooding.
So consider blacking out January through April on your calendar.
Okay so...what’s left?
Ah right, you’ll need to start planning your itinerary.
Most travellers will want to cross the Inca Trail off their bucket list, and for good
reason, just keep in mind that you’ll need to join a guided tour to experience it.
The government releases a limited number of permits every year, which get booked up months
in advance so don’t leave your trip-planning to the last minute.
If you miss out on booking the Inca trail don’t worry because there are equally impressive
trails such as the Salkantay Trek.
You’ll also want to make a point of visiting Colca Canyon, where you can behold one of
the world’s deepest river canyons.
The green valley and remote villages provide the perfect opportunity to get away from it
all.
Lake Sandoval is another epic gem worth visiting.
This jungle lake is surrounded by different types of rainforest and is a great place to
take a relaxing boat ride and photograph the country’s diverse wildlife.
Of course, a trip to Peru wouldn’t be complete without visiting the tiny village of Huacachina,
a desert oasis ringed by palm trees and believed by its residents to possess therapeutic properties.
Kick back in the village before taking an exhilarating dune buggy ride through the desert
or trying your hand at sandboarding.
By now you’re probably feeling eager to learn even more about Peru or another equally
intriguing country on your bucket list.
If that’s the case, watch another video or visit us on Days to Come.
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and until next time, happy travels!