Visit Peru - What to Know Before You Visit Peru

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Whether visiting the Nazca Lines, the Inca Lost City of Machu Picchu, the mummies in Arequipa, the capital Lima, there are many things tourists should know before they visit Peru. This travel vlog covers many things tourists and travelers should know before they visit Peru. From the money, language, tipping, transport, food, weather, seasons, safety and more.
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[@qwertyuiop19835]

I spent a month in Peru and personally, felt very safe the whole time I was there. Of course, still keep an eye on your belongings to be safe. The people of Peru are very friendly to those who don’t speak Spanish, as Wolter said. If you do attempt to speak Spanish, even if you do so poorly, the locals love it!

[@woltersworld]

they do love it. my parents don't speak at all but they woudl try and you could see the people's faces light up :)

[@juanmayhua4007]

They really are friendly with foreigners. But trust me between themselves try to discriminate each other. Besides, they( Peruvians) make an effort for those foreigners get a great impression from the city they are. Also, they feel inferior to the white people because they believe they are rich

[@lifestinks412]

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[@latoya7477]

I am going march any advice since i am travelling alone please

[@douglasrobinson8491]

@@woltersworld It's the same way you light up when a local surprisingly is fluent in english :D you don't expect or demand it but boy is it a nice part of the day

[@MP-fi2fi]

Peru is a magical place with friendly people. It can also be stressful trying to navigate the transportation especially if you don't have working knowledge of Spanish. Be patient and gracious and you'll all have a magical trip!

[@khalidcarrillo1132]

I do find Peru to be pretty safe, especially outside Lima. The most common way you will get "robbed" is by being charged more for a taxi for being a foreigner and not knowing the typical price. But even so the taxi is a lot cheaper than Switzerland where I paid 50 francs for a 10 minute ride...

[@woltersworld]

so true. not really a rip off :)

[@diegoflores6164]

AND ALSO DO NOT TIP HERE!!! It's not a custom, we do not tend to do it... Some places do because they have learned that you feel guilty if not, but let me tell you it is ok with most people not to! But, since you are a tourist and we know you are full of money (if not why are you here) that's when we try to take advantange of your ignorance of the customs here and your well manners.... I'm sorry for these buddies around here. Guess that only the losers fall, let's stay informed so nobody has to get scammed again.

[@Jeff-rq4jv]

Saying a place is cheaper than Switzerland is like saying the desert is drier than water.

[@brunobraunsburger6306]

I think wolters world is the most reliable travel guide on yotube. He really knows what he's saiyng. Keep up the great workd! Greetings from Curitiba (Brazil).

[@niviad4497]

Absolutely! 👌🏽

[@JennaRuland]

Peru is my favorite place I’ve ever been and you’re so right about all of these!!

[@woltersworld]

thank you Jenna. we really loved it too :)

[@ivanox3861]

Awsome

[@kirkibritish6377]

Jenna are you from there hey am really liking what am seeing with your picture. Am Jamaican

[@57rrg]

Be careful what you eat. The food is dirty.

[@ethancain3008]

Sorry to be so offtopic but does someone know of a tool to log back into an instagram account? I was dumb forgot my account password. I love any tips you can offer me.

[@leafyveins4985]

I want to visit so badly! Saving up right now so I can pay off my college debt but as soon as I have a window of opportunity I'm going! I just would love to experience the Inca Trail and Machu Picchu. I've been practicing my Spanish and trying to learn the culture and what is socially acceptable so I can show respect and really have the full experience of 🇵🇪 ❤ love from the U.S.

[@DecafPls]

Thank you for your excitement about my country, I'm glad you and your family enjoyed PERÚ 🇵🇪♥️

[@ivanox3861]

It's my country too!😁

[@rafiuddinjunejo7635]

We are planing to visit Peru from Pakistan . May any local provide WhatsApp or email to share information if needed. My email. [e-mail] WhatsApp. [phone] Best Wishes. Regards

[@batraworldwide720]

Appreciated your enthusiasm thank you for keeping it concise

[@guillep2k]

I'm very touched by this video. It shows that you really love Peru, and you clearly know your way around it. I'm from Argentina (which is different, as you already know), but I've been to Peru several times for work reasons and I can tell that every advice you give here is gold. Thank you!

[@EinkOLED]

I never had a problem in peru with language. My hotel in cuzco spoke english very well, my hotel in aguas calientes spoke english, so did the restaraunt, inca train, and my hotel in lima spoke good english (although he did look very european). However I did use a private guide in lima (very cheap and please tip) who showed me around the food markets/museums which allowed me to buy certain fruits, food, and souvenirs without being ripped off.

[@urbanart7325]

Suggest that any American traveling to Peru stay in a hotel that has a front desk and English speaking staff. Do not book any side trips from the US (Expedia) other than the train and the enterance pass to Machu Pichu. When you are in Cusco, stay in San Blas neighborhood.

[@aliciaunaryan4751]

I've never heard of altitude sickness before & thank you for the heads up regarding the bathroom scenario. I would love to visit Peru, it's on my bucket list. Greetings from South Africa 🇿🇦

[@juzero2vlogs631]

🌹I am from Peru, thank you for the video , Arequipa is my town 🌹👍🏼

[@woltersworld]

Love arequipa! So much fun we had there

[@urbanart7325]

Maybe Peru should demand Spain to pay for it's destruction on Peru's treasures for to return all the gold and silver they stole from the Incas . Just returned from Peru. I like Cusco and the area of the Sacred Valley. Not impressed with Lima and dissappointed by Arrequipa, except for its main square. I felt safe walking at night, especially when seeing all types of police. Did come across several protest marches dealing with the mines in Peru. If tourism is important for Peru, then please fix the roads.

[@juanmayhua4007]

I’m Peruvian but this man knows more than me about Peru.

[@BillGreenAZ]

I'm lucky enough to live a few miles from a Peruvian restaurant. One of the featured items is the potatoes. Peru is well known for their potatoes. I believe you showed a dish with a yellow sauce. That looked like the aji amarillo (yellow garlic) sauce and it is so delicious.

[@reflex9238]

Aji Amarillo doesn’t mean yellow garlic. It means yellow chili pepper. Ajos means Garlic.

[@BillGreenAZ]

@@reflex9238 Right you are. Thanks for the correction.

[@JaneTaubman]

We were in Peru 14 years ago and watching this really made me want to return. We used the "luxury" coach from Cusco to Puno and that was fine. We also flew in the small planes over the Nasca lines, I was fine, but my other half (who was in a different plane) was not so well. We had so many wonderful experiences in our short time there (14 nights), I would love to revisit, but there are so many other places we have not visited it might be a while.

[@Jeff-rq4jv]

Another very imortant fact is that you must have an exit ticket before you're allowed to come/enter Peru. I had purchased a one way ticket (as usual) to Cusco, as I wasn't quite certain how long I'd stay or where in Peru I'd go. When I showed up at the aiport I was denied boarding of the plane because I had no return ticket. I was then forced to purchase a ticket in a hurried way which is quite expensive when it's totally last minute. Also Peru will only let you stay maximum 60 days.

[@matthewwright2803]

I very much appreciate the advice on here as always. Another video/article warning about the altitude sickness...been having a few respiratory issues, so it's a little concerning and I'll really need to take it slow I think.

[@wilsonrajagukguk5286]

Hope someday I can visit Peru. Love from Indonesia

[@woltersworld]

Thank yoh

[@drgloriareading]

Leaving on 12/2/19 and staying until 12/14. Traveling solo. A bit nervous, but also excited. Loved the video. PS: One week of my visit is a river boat down the Amazon. So cool.

[@woltersworld]

That is going to be a cool trip. You will have a wonderful time. Peru is spectacular. You have plenty of time to see so much. Big travel hug and have fun!!!

[@oswaldburga9836]

Wolters, from a 1 to 10 you get a 9, describing Peru you covered a lot in a concise and precise manner. If I may there is a point that your readers should be informed while December to February is the rainy season in Cuzco, it is the Summer months at the coast (Lima), that explains the 3 Regions Peru has , Coast (desert) Mountains and Jungle. Peru is very fortunate, is you live in Lima in the winter you only have to drive 20 Kms. inland to find summer weather.

[@roaul]

Peru = Food Attentively; your beloved local

[@Swede1066]

Heading to Peru in April '22. So excited!

[@karinayaes]

I'm getting ready for my trip in September! I'm excited! 🥰

[@kiaharper7172]

Ahhhhhh me too!!!! I'm leaving for Peru first week of September!!!

[@karinayaes]

@@kiaharper7172 so excited for you! I'm going the last week of September. Let me know how it goes for you! 😃

[@urbanart7325]

Travel in late September. Do not book any hotel in advance. No need. When you arrive in a city search for place to stay.

[@BacknMetro]

At 3:34. Awww...what an adorable picture! Too cute!

[@jbayer7073]

WOW. ...PERU IS WONDERFUL... IS AMAZING...

[@courtneynicole454]

Peru is next on my must-see list!! Awesome video. I just went to Iceland and found your channel when I was doing research. Thanks for the great tips!

[@bunsan3583]

I'm debating between Peru and Iceland (just cuz of the flight time), how was iceland?

[@Sam-fc2ir]

How funny I'm going to Iceland in March and next after that will be Peru! Any tips for either country?

[@Ramk0core]

Hey, just small tip. Even though Peru is nowhere near as big as the US, Brazil or any country you think of when you are told "big", it's far more diverse in terms of climate than most countries with the same or bigger landmass. How does this matter to you? Well, that means that the weather can be drastically different depending on the region you decide to visit, so it's better if you check the weather forecast not just for Peru, but for the specific region you plan to visit, even if it's located right next to the one you just went in before.

[@dimitripapa2860]

Peru is the jewellery of the crown of South America

[@KeatonAnderson]

I’m going on a two week Peruvian adventure in a couple days and this video really put me at ease! Thanks wolter

[@tonybaloney26]

went there april 2017, most amazing thing i have ever done, just a fabulous trip and country

[@textapp9731]

WELCOME TO PERU!! ,. ,. ., Good tips. I'm glad you're happy in my country. ,. Enjoy your stay, you and your beautiful family., We are happy to have you.

[@KonKaji]

I really like how you're so well informed. Better than I can explain it and I'm Peruvain.

[@toasterturkey]

Thinking about visiting Peru so you know I had to look up Wolter's videos on it. Love your vids man!

[@ismaelrojashuaman7719]

I´m from Perú, I loved your video, also I would like to add that independently of the month or season, Perú has a lot of micro climates depending of the city you visit, so be always prepare, specially If you visit The Amazon Jungle :).

[@richwhippersnapper]

I always rent a car when I travel. Budget, Hertz, etc... Best way to get around Peru, other than flying the really long distances. I booked my flight to Peru for this Oct, and plan on doing Arequipa. I was last in Peru in 2010.

[@MigSv92]

I wouldn't recommend driving in lima because we are really (really!) aggressive, and driving inside the other cities is not really worth it, there is a lot of public transportation or taxi, you can always use uber, taxi beat, etc ... and don't drive between cities cuz it's dangerous (you can get robbed or even worse crash, it's really common here)

[@eeeecccc]

Was there for 6 weeks 6 months ago. The altitude can be a real issue, especially in Cusco. But, they do have the highest altitude Irish bar in the world. Definitely great people there!

[@woltersworld]

so there are positives to the altitude :)

[@manoftheserengeti3052]

Paddy's Irish Pub in the main square in Cuzco - ate a solid burger there and had a few Cuzquenas!

[@jaydenandtiaslives6555]

This year for spring break I went to Peru and it was awesome

[@mauronacarino1988]

Thank you for made this kind of videos, I'm from Peru, and is great hear that you enojoy your trip hear! Your are totally welcome to return anytime, there are a lot of peruvian people now that is learning how to speak english well to help people like you! If you decide to return try to visit the "Lineas de Nazca" or "Islas Ballestas" 🙋‍♂️

[@kylladanz3949]

You did an extraordinary work with this video!!! I’m from Peru and I’m thankful for this video🥰

[@elboti1629]

im peruvian i love lomo saltado

[@raymonddunkerley3032]

Great advice, our family is just starting our planning for next year.

[@chrisdufala7917]

you nailed it.i got here nov 15th & leave on nov 30th. i did 2 days in lima with a great tour guide. then i headed to cusco and did a day in rainbow mt & and macchu picchu. the people are unbelievably friendly. dont forget to buy some baby apacha cloths. the synthetic is heavier. real baby apacha is very light.

[@nathaliesavoie1085]

Great video!! I would really love to visit Peru but was afraid of getting sick from the food and water... Was really sick in the Dominican Republic once and I mean really sick... months... Went back one time for a wedding and didn't eat anything that wasn't cooked, no ice in drinks and of course only bottled water to drink and brush my teeth and was still sick. No as bad but still for a few weeks... My husband was also.. I find Peru's history so fascinating and the food looks delicious! :)

[@juanjots]

Peru is actually a world class gastronomy destination . It has many restaurants on the top lists of the best restaurants of the world. So don't be afraid and just enjoy your trip. Regarding the water it's true, is safer to drink bottle water.

[@Y2ANJ]

For Arequipa the most famous dish from there is the Rocoto Relleno. Two peppers stuffed with a meat mix.

[@30AndAWakeUp]

I'll be in Lima for a month in March.....thanks for the great tips!!!

[@urbanart7325]

When visting the archeological sites you can only imagine what was there one, because much was destroyed , stones removed by the Spaniards to build their churches. You see much more in Egypt and in China. The Spaniards destroyed Peru and melted all the gold of the Incas. Very sad.

[@polyglotsebvlogs259]

As somebody who is half Peruvian and has been there four times, this video is very accurate and helpful. However, I can honestly say that English has been becoming more and more prevalent for years now, especially in the younger generations. Of course, you should try and learn as much Spanish as you can before you go, because not everybody is going to be able to speak it, mostly the older folk. But many teenagers and young adults (mainly those under the age of 30) would be able to converse in English to a degree, depending the subject and which part of Peru you are in. But nevertheless, don’t let the language barrier stop you from going. Peru 🇵🇪 is a beautiful country with very friendly people, amazing culture(s) and the BEST food in the world… ¡Disfrútalo! 🙏🏼

[@Heinkelly]

Very informative video! Hope to visit Machu Picchu one day.

[@urbanart7325]

Machu Picchu is very crowded. Get ready to stay in line when others finishing talking selfies

[@evelinholmes6401]

Hi like your videos. We are going to Lima from mid December to mid February. We are not doing macho or Cusco,Since my Husband has a breeze in problem. I am disappointed ☹️ to hear December to February there are down pours. We spent 3 Canadian winters in Ecuador and last year in Argentina, Uruguay and Chile. No rain . Hope we get lucky this winter. Watched your video from Berlin, 👍 I am born in Germany east and visited Berlin about 10 years ago.I liked it and hope to go back some day. Also like to take a trip to Vienna,Prague and right up to Poland 🇵🇱. Have a wonderful trip where ever you are.

[@MarkBH70]

I look forward to going. The native culture and clothing! The mountains. The "micro-climates" perhaps.

[@urbanart7325]

Think about doing a 4 days trek to Machu Pichu

[@tichy09]

Thank you !!!! This was the most important/ informative travel video I’ve seen to date !!!! I’m going to Peru in August and this was very useful

[@albee8165]

Excellent video. Thank you. I hope that your children have tried lucuma ice cream. My grandparents lived in Lima and we always wanted lucuma ice-cream when we were there (a rainforest fruit).

[@RACarson59]

Funny, Arequipa was last on my list of places to visit while we in Peru. It turned out to be one of my favorite city's. I'm glad she talked me into it. 👍

[@rafiuddinjunejo7635]

Very informative information. Thanks for sharing.

[@cm_mb]

I've been waiting for this video, thanks for sharing! We're leaving in 10 days and can't wait. I'm a little nervous about the altitude sickness. We'll be with a tour group, so I'm hoping they will have advice and where to buy what we need if the need arises.

[@jocelynwolters293]

Camelia mb I hope you get this comment b4 you go... I had a really rough time in Arequipa so this year before we went to Ecuador I called my doc and got altitude sickness meds. She prescribed me acetazolamide and it helped, a lot! Start taking it a day or so before you go. Best of luck and Happy Travels.

[@cm_mb]

Jocelyn Wolters... just in time, we're leaving Tuesday! I have a doctor appointment Friday and it's #1 on my list. I usually get sick first whenever we travel and definitely felt anxiety and not feeling right while driving to Pike's Peak many years ago. I only made it to 12,000 ft🙄. Happy traveling and thank you for responding😎

[@adolfobriceno1635]

Thanks for the tips. I am planning to go there in June.

[@jaimexcas]

I guess Covid made you re schedule you trip =(

[@l1zz1e_wst28]

I’ve been to Peru and another tip is don’t get into any cab just in case. Also the cabs outside the major airports(Lima,etc)are quite aggressive so just be careful.

[@donaldhughes6146]

A way to get passed the ATM fees is to get the Charles Schwab debit card. It reimburses all ATM fees at the end of the month. It also has no foreign transaction fees.

[@JoaoPedro-lt6ri]

As a Brazilian I must say not all regions/places are dangerous, but I totally get what you say… :(

[@nicolaspassano8070]

Hi Wolter nice video. I am from Arequipa, if someone needs information about Peru I will be so glad to help. Peru has a lot of hidden beautiful places.

[@woltersworld]

it really does. we loved it there. and we really loved Arequipa

[@tobeyw3772]

Hey Nicolas, I am a nature lover and hiker. Do you know some good hiking spots in Peru? Planning to go there this summer.

[@susannedoe9320]

Your kiddos are adorable!

[@blakmannn1]

I'm in Peru at the moment and the weather is funny. June is considered the winter season lol but it feels quite nice. You do need a jacket tho...

[@TmaadHMD]

June is fall/winter.

[@hadden826]

Thanks so much for the video Walter! I'm going next summer and this helped a lot!

[@nowhereman6019]

Peru is a very nice place. The one thing I have to add is that you have to haggle for EVERYTHING on the street. And if you see someone with one thing you might like but can't get it then its ok, someone will have it later.

[@woltersworld]

true the haggle in the market for stuff

[@peterscocca3024]

July, 2015 tour to Lima, Cusco, Iqutios and Amazon River/Rain forest. FABULOUS !!!!! Would love to see more and would return to the Amazon in a heart beat.

[@aladepollo4833]

Thanks Wolter ! Always love your Videos! Going there soon !! 💕💕💕💕💕

[@anam.caballerowilson9421]

out of this worldly place

[@kellysunserenity4068]

Great videos and tip Mark. And Happy Fathers Day!

[@opg1987]

Great video. Planning to be in Peru next July. Good to know about booking Machu Picchu / Cusco accommodation well in advanced.

[@woltersworld]

yeah, july august is very busy so booking early is good. we loved it there though. have a great trip!

[@melbees1939]

Definitely check out that oxygen, helps so much

[@spookyrosev6467]

Actually went s couple years back and my family’s probably going again in October since my dad’s side is from there

[@woltersworld]

it was such a great family trip. we loved it

[@BillGreenAZ]

I loved the picture of the mountains at Machu Pichu. ;-)

[@louieemeterio8358]

wow im definetely gonna go to peru

[@guynelson2341]

Good idea to travel around by air. In other words, for one to have enough finances to enjoy Peru in a relaxed and comfortable way.

[@t.doughty7389]

I love these videos sooooooooo much

[@william_rc]

Thanks Mark!!! Love the video.

[@apriliarsvfour2029]

surfing the longest wave in the world at Chicama

[@PeUrmeleMantuitorului]

Another wonderful video! 💗

[@ilenepryce1645]

I sure going to visit this year and excited thanks for this video

[@koala6607]

Leaving for Cusco on Friday, thanks for the info!

[@X43oPEGASUSo]

Very interesting to see a video of you in South America! Looking forward to more videos like this! Do you have any plans to visit SE Asia? For example Philippines?

[@woltersworld]

We do have plans for more of Asia and specifically Southeast Asia. It won't be this year as we are booked up for the year, but it is coming and we can't wait! :)

[@stephaniefelenstein689]

awesome that you travel w your kids and you are such a natural on video! great work

[@isaiah3872]

First! I've been waiting a long time for this video. Thanks Mark!

[@woltersworld]

glad i could finally get it out. sorry it took so long

[@WarrenJulieTravel]

Great video as always Mark!

[@hatmanfree.9055]

Ese es mi país 🇵🇪

[@dcscreenworks]

Highly informative! Wish the volume didn't keep changing though. It gets so quiet so much its hard to hear.

[@Brendan6181]

great video as usual

[@aydeecer]

Excelent video and Great tips !!! 👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽

[@simonjohnson2897]

Thanks for the wonderful video. We're going in April and your advice will really help - greetings from London

[@EM-fh2tx]

Totally disagree re traffic. Found drivers to be very courteous towards pedestrians, even in Lima

[@kellieyoung6862]

Thank you for your video!! This was VERY helpful!

[@gmarod6099]

Inca cola is really good but loaded with caffeine lol. You look handsome with the hat!!

[@woltersworld]

it does have a bit :)

[@sholeh4334]

Thank you..

[@travelwithjen]

Going to Peru later this year, great video!

[@Sillyname123]

Super helpful! Thanks so much for the tips!

[@pavelsokov]

You were just in Russia a few days ago, where I'm from. Hope you had a great time there! Hey, this question may have already been answered, but can you do a video on your lifestyle design? How you are able to bring yourself and the family around the world, how you run your business while traveling, etc.

[@2441979D]

Sold, added Peru to the list!!!

[@MeghanandQuincy]

Just got to Peru, helpful video thanks

[@TheBarbeWay]

Always love your videos! Keep it up!

[@geb5066]

nice video thx for the advices ! :)

[@abiolafernandez8974]

Thank you!

[@woltersworld]

You're welcome

[@sasharuth2632]

Excellent video! Thanks!