TRAVEL
TIPS
| Driving |
U.S
Driving Permit accepted |
| Currency |
(PEN)
Nuevo sol |
| Electrical |
220 Volts |
| Telephones |
Country
Code 51, City Code, Lima 1+7D, Amazonas 41+6D, San Martin
42+6D |
Climate
- Clothing
Peru's climate can be divided into 2 seasons - wet and dry. The
coast and the slopes of the Western Andes are dry with summer
falling between December and April. In the Andean highlands, the
dry season is from May to September, while the wet season takes
up the remainder of the year. Bring casual, lightweight clothes
that can be layered and a jacket if you are going up into the
mountains. Bring sunscreen and a hat to protect against the strong
sun along the coast and in the rainforest. Insect repellent is
necessary as well.
Language
Spanish is the official language of Peru. In most tourist center,
English is spoken.
Currency
The official currency is the Peruvian Sol. Most tourist areas
accept and exchange U.S. Dollars. Exchange your currency at your
hotel or a bank.
Electricity
Peru's voltage is 220 (the U.S. uses 120 volts). You can purchase
a converter at most hardware stores.
Shopping
Duty-free shops and artisan's shops offer tourists the opportunity
to purchase Peruvian handicrafts such as pottery, carvings, and
weavings.
