The Republic of Peru, one of the great countries of South America faces the Pacific Ocean, and presents a rich climatic diversity for you to enjoy.
Peru is where the Inca civilisation originated, so just imagine the relics and splendours which await you. All of this history has led to a rich and diverse culture.
What’s more, it’s worth knowing that the Amazon River starts in Peru meaning that the natural environment is rich and fertile. The various national parks will allow you to experience the flights of the condor vultures. So it’s over to you for your adventure in the Andes!
Places to visit: Machu Picchu, Amazon Jungle, Cusco and the Sacred Valley
Things to do: Museums, national parks, trekking, mountain biking, rafting
Weather: Summer is from December to February, winter July to September. As a general guide, it is recommended to visit coastal places in the summer and the mountains in the winter. The jungle is humid all year round, with heavy rainfall in December and January particularly.
Currency: Nuevo Soles but dollars are widely accepted
Official and/or Spoken Languages: Spanish, Aymara and Quechua
Capital: Lima
Area: 1280000 sq. km
Int. Dialling code: (+) 51
Electricity: 220 volts AC, 60Hz - twin flat blade (as used in the USA) and twin round pin plugs (as used in continental Europe)
Visa: You do not need a tourist visa if you are a citizen of an EU country or Asia, North & South America, the Caribbean, Norway, Switzerland, Australia, New Zealand, South Africa, Iceland, Andorra or Liechtenstein. However, all citizens of countries NOT listed above are required to obtain a travel visa from the appropriate Peruvian consulate before traveling to Peru. Business or student visas are required.
Medical recommendations: No inoculations are required for Peru. However, it is recommended to have immunization against Typhoid, Polio, Tetanus, Hepatitis A. If you are traveling to jungle regions, you will be asked to show your yellow fever vaccination certificate. Malaria tablets are optional but recommended in the jungle.
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