Peep wallets in inside pockets and lock hotel doors. Be aware of pickpockets! Do not leave items unattended.Carry baby wipes/toilet paper and hand sanitizer as there was often not paper or soap in the public restrooms.Street vendors account for a large majority of the shopping in Peru – anticipate bargaining 20-40% below their asking price for goods.Have cash to pay for the many street vendors – can withdrawal Peruvian Soles from ATMs at the airport at a decent exchange rate.Brush up on survival Spanish – Especially numbers for negotiations with vendors and directional questions.
Bring water into Machu Picchu as there is nothing for sale in the park.Wear pants (and long sleeves if weather permitting) to Machu Picchu to avoid bug bites and apply lots of bug spray.Bring and wear layers including rain gear.Hydrate, eat light meals, drink the local coca tea and rest during the trip to avoid the effects of the altitude.The altitude is 8K at Machu Picchu and up to 13k above sea level in Cusco.Read our disclaimers here.ĭid you buy a Groupon for Peru? Know if you go:
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