Travel Information

Canadian citizens travelling to Peru

Citizens of Canada that are travelling to Peru can travel without a visa.

What to expect in Peru

inexpensive cost of living
⚡ Above average wifi
🤝 friendly locals
mild weather
legal marijuana
⛅ warm weather
🏖️ beaches

Flights and Prices

Flight prices to Peru from Canada usually are around 673.00 CAD. Lufthansa is a common carrier airline.

International and domestic airlines

Common international airlines are

Iberia, and LAN

. Popular domestic airlines are

Avianca, and LAN

Common Tourist Questions

🥘 Do I need to tip?

No, you are not expected to tip at restaurants and other service businesses.

💰 Should I carry cash?

No, you don't have to carry cash with you. Credit cards are generally accepted. This may not be the case in smaller cities so you should double-check when you land.

☎️ Where do I get a SIM card from?

Some popular telecom companies are

claro, Movistar, and Telefonica

.

💦 Can I drink tap water?

No, you cannot drink tap water. Bottled water is recommended.

🚕What do I use to get around?

Popular ride-hailing services include

Uber.

Exchange Rates

The primary currency is PEN.

1 CAD = 2.539560 PEN

To put that in perspective, the average dinner will cost you roughly $3.00 USD.

Visa Status

A Visa is not required for citizens of Peru. Tourists are able to visit without a visa for a certain amount of time.

Notes and Passport Validity

Ensure that your passport is valid for 90 days past your travel date.

Safety and Security

Do not travel.

Peru has introduced a nationwide curfew between 8pm and 5am. During this time, everyone must stay indoors. Movement is heavily restricted and Peru’s borders are closed. At this time, commercial charter is the only option for to depart Peru to Australia. If you can’t or chose not to leave, and are safe, remain where you are. Follow the instructions of local authorities. If you need urgent consular assistance call the Consular Emergency Centre on +61 2 6261 3305 (from overseas.) We now advise: Do not travel to Peru.

Statistics

These values are calculated by computing the average scores that we have available to us across all cities in Peru. In some cases, they may not be completely accurate.

Internet Speed (2.75 / 5)
Safety (3.25 / 5)
Cost of Living (5.00 / 5)
Average Hotel Cost

$35.00 USD / night

Average Dinners

$3.00 USD

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Popular Cities in Peru

Arequipa

Chachapoyas

Cusco

Lima

Mancora

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