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>> ESSENTIAL INFORMATION UTIL AND ESSENTIAL INFORMATION Perú is a friendly country to visit and is working hard to build a stable democracy after years of instability. CURRENCY : The average exchange rate of American dollar is $1 = 3.45 Nuevo Soles (although this may vary slightly). It is advised to have enough dollars, or cash to hand. Credit Cards & Traveler's Checks are welcomed in most cities (Visa, MasterCard, Diner's Club & American Express) |
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but bring hecks and cash for small towns. It may be difficult to change Traveler's C5-7% is usually charged for the service. Visa is the most widely accepted credit card. You can find Automatic Teller Machines (ATM) only in large cities. Dollars or Soles can be taken out using major credit cards, again with a service charge. You can change dollars, euros, etc. but only in big cities. VISA & PASSPORT : Citizens of most Western European nations and of the USA & Canada who are entering Peru as tourists do not require visas and can enter Peru with a valid passport. Passports should be valid for at least 6 months after arrival date. Upon arrival in Peru, travelers are asked to fill out a white embarkation card. DO NOT LOSE THIS PIECE OF PAPER; you will need it to leave the country. We recommend that you make copies of ALL important documents and keep them separately from the originals. TIPPING : Most restaurants do not include a tip on the bill, but some more expensive restaurants do. At least 10% is recommended if the service is good. Taxi drivers are not tipped, and the fare should be negotiated beforehand. After any tour, we suggest tipping guides, cooks and porters if satisfied with the service. TAXES : In most airports, a security tax must be paid which is not included in our service costs. For national flights, the cost is approximately US$4.00 or S/12.00 Soles and can vary. The international departure tax is US$25.00, paid in Soles or Dollars at Lima airport. Sales tax on goods and services in travel agencies, shops and restaurants is 19%, and is generally included in the prices shown or quoted. VACINATIONS YELLOW FEVER : Recommended for all travelers (not children under 9 months) who go outside urban areas, especially in lower elevations or jungle regions. The CDC web site has more specific information on what areas have reported cases. MALARIA : Recommended for those who travel to low-altitude, jungle areas where insects are prevalent. The CDC has more specific information on areas with reported cases. TRAVELER´S DIARRHEA: The most common travel-related ailment. Maybe due to the change of altitude. The prevention is food and water precautions as outlined below. Treatments are anti diarrhea medication or antibiotics, however if the symptoms are not severe, it is best to drink plenty of fluids and let it run its course! FOOD AND WATER : The food in Peru is varied and delicious, but it is not recommended to eat from street vendors, markets. Avoid cooked foods that are no longer hot. We recommend that travelers drink bottled water, which is widely available and inexpensive. ALTITUDE SICKNESS : May occur in travelers who ascend rapidly to altitudes higher than 2500 meters, including Cusco (3,400 metres) and Lake Titicaca (4,000 metres). Drugs can be taken for altitude sickness so consult your personal doctor. In most cases, the best way to treat or prevent altitude sickness is to rest and drink plenty of fluids (including coca tea excluding alcohol) upon arrival. We strongly recommend the use of a travel/medical insurance plan. We do not provide or include an accident or travel insurance policy in our cost. However, if a member of the group gets sick, we take care of him/her by getting a qualified doctor or immediate medical attention. In these cases, the extra costs are assumed by the individual client, including hospitalization if necessary. In the case of accident or necessary emergency evacuation, all costs are assumed by the individual client. More information in : info@peruvianadventures.com
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