Peru Travel Tips

Tips to make your travel easier!

Peru Travel Tips: Getting to Peru

The two major airports in Peru are:

 

    • Jorge Chavez International Airport in Lima, airport code LIM

    • Alejandro Velasco Astete International Airport in Cusco, airport code CUZ. (CUZ doesn’t appear to have a web site but you can access details by visiting www.PeruHop.com.)

Your flight should ultimately land in CUZ which is the closest airport to our lodge in Urubamba.

 

Airlines

Major airlines that fly from the US to Peru are:

 

From Florida:

 From all other parts of the United States:The majority of the airlines listed fly throughout the U.S. If the airport you would use is not listed please contact the Chacana Center and we will work with you to find the airline servicing your city. In addition, we may refer you to a travel agent.

 

From other Major East Coast American Hubs:

 

New York/Newark Airports

Washington D.C.

Atlanta

 

Layovers

There are not many direct flights to CUZ. Because of this, you may have a layover in either another South or Central American country or in the United States. Many of the less expensive airlines are overnight and could require an all-night layover. See below for tips about some of the connecting airports.

Lima, Peru, Jorge Chavez International Airport

 

    • Costa del Sol Wyndham Hotel is on the airport grounds with a short walk from your terminal.

    • Luggage storage and lockers are available for a fee.

    • Food court and multiple restaurant.

    • Showers.

    • VIP Lounges with 4 hour time slots are also available.

Bogota, Columbia, El Dorado International Airport

 

    • Luggage storage.

    • Wait n’ Rest cubical sleep rooms. Each room includes a bed, Wi-Fi, and power outlets. The rooms are ideally for 1 person but there are a limited number of double rooms. You can book at the hotel or you can book in advance of arrival.

    • Multiple VIP lounges.

Overnight in Lima

While we aren’t offering overnight stays in Lima, you may choose to break up the length of your flights by staying in Lima for a night or two and flying to Cusco the following day. This could be one of the best Peru travel tips! If this is the case and you need guidance, the Chacana Center can make suggestions and connect you with local tour agents to ease the booking process.

 

Peru Travel Tips: General Information and Additional Tips

*Information taken from the U.S. Department of State unless indicated otherwise.

 

Passport

  • Must have six months validity at time of entry.
  • Additionally need one page for entry stamp.

Tourst Visa

  • Free, issued at the port of entry, in the airport.

Vaccinations

  • None Required.

Currency Restrictions for Entry

  • $30,000 USD. More than $10,000 USD must be declared upon entry.

U.S. Embassy Information

Lima

Avenida La Encalada cdra. 17 s/n

Surco, Lima 33

Peru

Telephone: + (51)(1) 618-2000

Emergency After-Hours Telephone: + (51)(1) 618-2000

Fax: + (51) (1) 618-2724

Email: LimaACS@state.gov

Consulates

U.S. Consular Agency – Cusco

Av. El Sol 449, Suite #201

Cusco, Peru

Telephone: + (51)(84) 231-474

Emergency After-Hours Telephone: + (51)(1) 618-2000

Fax: + (51)(84) 245-102

Email: CuscoACS@state.gov

Historic Artifacts and Removal of Natural Objects

  • Peruvian law forbids the export of pre-Columbian objects and other artifacts protected by cultural patrimony statutes.
  • U.S. customs officials are required to seize pre-Columbian objects and certain colonial religious artwork brought into the United States.
  • Avoid products made of wild plants and animals, as many are of illegal origin and may involve protected or endangered species, whose sale and export are illegal.
  • Peruvian authorities will seize any protected species that is sold or transported, either live or transformed into food, medicinal beverages, leather, handcrafts, garments, etc.
  • Some products, including live animals, require special permits when leaving Peru.
  • Knowingly importing into the United States wildlife or plants that were taken from the wild or sold in violation of the laws of Peru (or any other country) is a violation of the Lacey Act (16 USC § 3371).

Medical Care

  • If you have American health insurance, emergency interanational coverage may be built into your plan. Check with your carrier for details.
  • Carry your medications in the original bottles with the prescription labels attached if needed.
  • Emergency services number is 113.
  • Women specific: Every country has its own healthcare system. When you travel, bring health items that might be hard to find where you’re going, such as feminine hygiene products or birth control.