Travel Information From Estonia to Peru

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Routine Vaccines

Make sure you are up-to-date on all routine vaccines before every trip. Some of these vaccines include

• Chickenpox (Varicella)
• Diphtheria-Tetanus-Pertussis
• Flu (Influenza)
• Measles-Mumps-Rubella (MMR)
• Polio
• Shingles

COVID-19

All eligible travelers should be up to date with their COVID-19 vaccines.

Hepatitis A

Recommended for unvaccinated travelers one year old or older going to Peru. Infants 6 to 11 months old should also be vaccinated against Hepatitis A. The dose does not count toward the routine 2-dose series. Travelers allergic to a vaccine component or who are younger than 6 months should receive a single dose of immune globulin, which provides effective protection for up to 2 months depending on dosage given. Unvaccinated travelers who are over 40 years old, immunocompromised, or have chronic medical conditions planning to depart to a risk area in less than 2 weeks should get the initial dose of vaccine and at the same appointment receive immune globulin.

Hepatitis B

Recommended for unvaccinated travelers of all ages to Peru.

Malaria

CDC recommends that travelers going to certain areas of Peru take prescription medicine to prevent malaria. Depending on the medicine you take, you will need to start taking this medicine multiple days before your trip, as well as during and after your trip. Talk to your doctor about which malaria medication you should take.

Measles

Infants 6 to 11 months old traveling internationally should get 1 dose of measles-mumps-rubella (MMR) vaccine before travel. This dose does not count as part of the routine childhood vaccination series.

Rabid dogs are commonly found in Peru. If you are bitten or scratched by a dog or other mammal while in Peru, there may be limited or no rabies treatment available.
Consider rabies vaccination before your trip if your activities mean you will be around dogs or wildlife.
Travelers more likely to encounter rabid animals include
• Campers, adventure travelers, or cave explorers (spelunkers)
• Veterinarians, animal handlers, field biologists, or laboratory workers handling animal specimens
• Visitors to rural areas
Since children are more likely to be bitten or scratched by a dog or other animals, consider rabies vaccination for children traveling to Peru.

Typhoid

Recommended for most travelers, especially those staying with friends or relatives or visiting smaller cities or rural areas.

Yellow Fever

Recommended for all travelers ≥9 months of age going to areas at elevations <2,300 m (7,546 ft) in the regions of Amazonas, Loreto, Madre de Dios, San Martin and Ucayali, Puno, Cusco, Junín, Pasco, and Huánuco, and designated areas of the following regions: far north of Apurimac, far northern Huancavelica, far northeastern Ancash, eastern La Libertad, northern and eastern Cajamarca, northern and northeastern Ayacucho, and eastern Piura. Generally not recommended for travelers whose itineraries are limited to the following areas west of the Andes: regions of Lambayeque and Tumbes and the designated areas of western Piura and south, west, and central Cajamarca. Not recommended for travelers whose itineraries are limited to the following areas: all areas >2,300 m (7,546 ft) in elevation, areas west of the Andes not listed above, the city of Cusco, the capital city of Lima, Machu Picchu, and the Inca Trail.

You will need 6 months validity remaining on your passport from the date you intend to entry.

Local Phrases Language : Spanish and Quechua

Local Phrases :

Greetings

Hello = Hola
Good morning = Buenos dias
Good afternoon = Buenas tardes
Goodbye = Adiós
Nice to meet you = Encantada de conocerte(feminine)
Encantado de conocerte(masculine)

Conversational

How are you? = Cómo estás
I am good thank you = estoy bien gracias
What’s your name? = Cuál es tu nombre?
My name is … = Me llamo …
Do you speak English? = Habla usted Inglés?
I don’t speak … = no hablo...
How do you say… in … = Cómo se dice... en...
I don’t understand = no entiendo

Basics

Yes = Sí
No = No
Please = Por favor
Thank you = Gracias
You’re welcome = De nada
Excuse me (as a question) =
Excuse me (as sorry) =
Wait = Esperar
Hurry up = Apresúrate
Go away = Vete
Let’s go to = Vamos a
I want to go to … = Quiero ir a …
A little bit = Un poco
A lot = Mucho

Shopping & Eating Out

Restaurant = Restaurante
Do you have? … = Tienes? …
Not too spicy = no demasiado picante
It was delicious = Estaba delicioso
The bill, please = La cuenta, por favor
How much? = Cuanta(feminine)
Cuanto(masculine)
Very expensive = Muy cara(feminine)
Muy caro(masculine)

Can you reduce the price? = Puedes reducir el precio?
Please can I have a beer? = Por favor, puedo tomar una cerveza?

Transportation & Directions

Taxi = Taxi
Car = Coche
Bus = Autobús
Right = Derecha(feminine)
Derecho(masculine)

Left = Izquierda(feminine)
Izquierdo(masculine)

Straight = Derecha(feminine)
Derecho(masculine)

Stop here = Deténgase aquí

Places

Downtown = Centro
Street = Calle
Hotel = Hotel
Museum = Museo
Mall = Centro comercial
Market = Mercado
Hospital = Hospital
Doctor = Médica(feminine)
Médico(masculine)

Police = Policía
Post office = Oficina de correos
Bank = Banco

Time & Dates

What time is it? = Qué hora es?
Today = Este Dia
Tomorrow = Mañana
The day after tomorrow = Pasado mañana
Yesterday = El dia de ayer
When? = Cuándo?

Emergencies

Where is the toilet? = Donde esta el inodoro?
Help me, please = Ayudame por favor
Call an ambulance = Llama una ambulancia
I don’t feel good = no me siento bien

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Lima

Lima, the capital of Peru, lies on the country's arid Pacific coast. Though its colonial center is preserved, it's a bustling metropolis and one of South America’s largest cities. It's home to the Museo Larco collection of pre-Columbian art and the Museo de la Nación, tracing the history of Peru’s ancient civilizations. The Plaza de Armas and the 16th-century cathedral are the heart of old Lima Centro.

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Petty crime in Peru

The threat of violent crime in most of Peru is no greater than many of the world's major cities. Traveling around Peru is relatively safe, and the Shining Path Maoist rebel group has been largely disbanded. The Peru of today is a far cry from the militaristic repression, rebellion, corruption and terror of the past.

Here's what you need to know about crime, scams and safety in Peru.

Despite continuing improvement, poverty is still a problem in Peru, and the country is known for petty crime. This doesn't mean you need to be forever clutching your valuables to your chest, but you should practice your street smarts.

Here are some tips to keep your valuables safe:

- Dress casually when you are out and about in towns and cities
- Photograph or photocopy your passport, travel documents, bank cards and driver's license before you head to Peru. Leave those copies at home or on a virtual drive
- Register your passport at the embassy in Lima. It won't take long and can save you days of precious holiday time if your documents are lost or stolen
- Don't carry any more cash than you need for the day, keep it along with your passport and documents close to your body
- Keep your camera packed away when not in use. Consider using a reinforced bag strap and camera strap
- At restaurants, avoid hanging your bag over the back of a chair, keep it in sight and close. Similarly, don't leave your wallet or purse sitting on the table top which makes for an easy snatch and grab.
- Distraction is a favored technique of petty criminals around the world. Someone distracts you by spraying sauce or paint on your clothing, falling in front of you, or dropping change at your feet, and then thieves use a razor to cut bags open, swoop in and grab any loose luggage or simply snatch and run.

Beware of groups working at tourist hotspots, crowded markets, bus depots and in hotel lobbies.

Some travelers have had their passports, wallets and other possessions stolen while sleeping on bus.es It may be slightly uncomfortable, but try to keep your wallet and passport on you while you're snoozing.

Travelers have been robbed by bogus taxi drivers. Never hail a taxi on the street, instead use licensed telephone or internet-based taxis, or ask your hotel to book one for you. Be careful when arriving at Jorge Chavez International Airport in Lima, and at bus terminals. Bogus taxi drivers and thieves posing as tour operators sometimes approach arriving passengers. At the airport, use one of the official taxi companies at the desks outside the arrival hall.

Credit card and money crime

Credit card fraud is widespread in Peru so always keep your card in sight when making purchases and if the shop assistant is taking too long to give you a receipt, it's possible they are skimming your card. Keep an eye on suspicious transactions in your bank account while traveling and after you arrive home.

ATM fraud is common throughout Peru so avoid withdrawing money at night or in dodgy looking parts of town.

Counterfeit notes are becoming more widely circulated. If you need to exchange money, only use reputable places such as banks or foreign exchanges within hotels. Avoid exchanging money on the streets as the risk of receiving counterfeit money increases as does being robbed for your dollars. You may be also not given the exact amount of money exchanged due to slight of hand tricks by the money changer.

Express kidnapping

Express kidnappings have become more frequent, as the frightening practice spreads across South America. Travelers are held against their will and forced to tour the city's ATMs, extracting as much cash as the thugs can squeeze out of your account.

Having a separate traveling account you can top-up as needed means you won't be left penniless if this happens to you. It's also a good way to make sure card skimmers can't bankrupt you behind your back.

In most cases, the victim is released quickly after the withdrawal limit is reached although some have been held for several days until the account is well and truly emptied. Never fight back against your kidnappers. Things can be replaced, but you can't.

Muggings in Peru

The Sacsayhuaman ruins that overlook Cusco are notorious for muggings. The sunset and sunrise views may be beautiful but they're also prime time for thieves. If you do visit, make sure you're in a group.

There have also been reports of "strangle muggings" in Cusco, Arequipa and Lima in which lone travelers are put in a choke hold from behind and relieved of their possessions while unconscious.

These, like regular muggings, tend to occur in dark, quiet areas when the victim is alone. For this reason, wandering by yourself isn't a great idea, especially at night. Even if you're traveling with a group it's a good idea to take a taxi after sundown.

Armed criminals have also been known to target visitors cruising in the Amazon region. Check with your cruise company or boat tour operator what their security arrangements are. Many have armed police onboard their vessels 24/7 for the safety of passengers and staff.

Local police and coast guards have also increased their presence along the rivers throughout the region including checkpoints and high speed boats in the event of an emergency.

In the event of an armed robbery, do not attempt to resist attackers or do anything that puts you at risk.

Women's safety in Peru

Women travelers can feel generally confident whilst in Peru, but should expect to draw a little attention, especially if traveling alone. Fortunately, this attention often manifests itself as protective treatment from locals.

However, sometimes you may get some unwanted advances or comments from smooth talking locals known as bricheros. These are usually abandoned as soon as you express your discomfort but if you feel unsafe, talk to a security guard or duck into a shop or restaurant.

Women should be particularly careful to avoid isolated areas and should not get into cabs alone. Hitchhiking is also a bad idea.

Groping does happen on the cramped minibuses (combis). Should it happen, let the driver or ticket seller know. There is also nothing wrong with causing a scene to embarrass the offender in front of other passengers.

Be aware of the possibility of drink spiking. Hallucinogenic plants, generally part of traditional shamanic rituals, have been used render tourists senseless before a robbery or assault. Never leave your drink unattended and don't drink anything you didn't buy yourself, or at least see poured.

If traveling to more rural areas, dress more conservatively. Some female travelers also recommend wearing a ring to appear married to thwart any potential Peruvian casanovas.

Tourist police

The Sacsayhuaman ruins that overlook Cusco are notorious for muggings. The sunset and sunrise views may be beautiful but they're also prime time for thieves. If you do visit, make sure you're in a group.

There have also been reports of "strangle muggings" in Cusco, Arequipa and Lima in which lone travelers are put in a choke hold from behind and relieved of their possessions while unconscious.

These, like regular muggings, tend to occur in dark, quiet areas when the victim is alone. For this reason, wandering by yourself isn't a great idea, especially at night. Even if you're traveling with a group it's a good idea to take a taxi after sundown.

Armed criminals have also been known to target visitors ruising in the Amazon region. Check with your cruise company or boat tour operator what their security arrangements are. Many have armed police onboard their vessels 24/7 for the safety of passengers and staff.

Local police and coast guards have also increased their presence along the rivers throughout the region including checkpoints and high speed boats in the event of an emergency.

In the event of an armed robbery, do not attempt to resist attackers or do anything that puts you at risk.

Peruvian rebels and conflict

Despite constant reports and rumours about the danger of traveling overland in Peru, there is really very little to be worried about.

The country's two major rebel organisations, the Sendero Luminoso (Shining Path) and Tupac Amaru Revolutionary Movement (MRTA) have largely dissipated. There has been no major attack or activity in a tourist area since 2002 and what few rebels remain seem to be scattered in the country's remote north. Many government travel advisories have issued a "Do not travel" notice regarding areas near the Colombian border due to narcotics trafficking and occasional insurgent activity from across the border.

The US Bureau of Diplomatic Security reports that visitors hiking near Choquequirao ruins have been held up and robbed by armed bandits affiliated with politically motivated groups.

Rarely, buses traversing these remote jungle areas may be stopped, but these seizures are more likely to result in some strangely generous "voluntary donations" than any hostage taking.

Although visitors have been injured in past incidents, neither group has focused on using foreigners to make political statements.

Nevertheless, roaming bandits and the pattern of armed hold ups in the past indicate traveling overland by night is not your best option, especially in the north.

International Driving Permit 1968 is required

• The most common religion in Peru is Roman Catholicism.
• Don't use the words "Indio" or "Indios" to refer natives - these words are considered derogatory.
• Don't export artistic or cultural articles - it's prohibited.
• Don't import raw ham from Italy and Portugal - it's prohibited.
• Don't take pictures of people without their permission, especially when taking photos of indigenous tribes' people.
• Don't wear expensive clothes or jewellery in public - keep a low profile to avoid the unwanted attention of pickpockets.
• Don't take unlicensed taxis with a red and white taxi sign on the windscreen - take licensed yellow taxis, especially for a woman travelling alone or at night. Taxis don't have meters and fares should be agreed before departure.
• Don't necessarily talk about politics, religion, terrorists or a person’s ancestry - better topics are football, family, places to visit in Peru or local food.
• Don't drink tap water - drink bottled water instead.
• Don't take pictures of locals without permission.
• Don't forget the rainy season takes place between November and April.

Do I need travel insurance to travel to Peru?

Travel insurance is very important when traveling overseas. We strongly recommend that you take out cover to travel to Peru. You can usually take out single trip or annual multi-trip cover to give you peace of mind should anything happen.

It can be a better and cheaper option to take annual multi-trip cover as it usually covers any number of trips taken in one year with a maximum of up to around 60 days away per trip.

We work with the top names in the industry and have already pre-selected the easiest, cheapest and best quality travel insurance on the market to save you time and money trying to find the best cover.

Travel insurance typically covers the following; however, you can tailor a policy to suit your needs depending on where you are traveling to, your activities and how long you are away.

• Medical Expenses
  Medical treatment can be extremely costly and add up very quickly, and include Overnight stays in hospital, minor or major surgery, accident and emergency treatment, drugs, COVID-19 treatment, journey home if you cannot use the original ticket, dental treatment, and many more unexpected expenses.
• Baggage and personal belongings
  If your baggage is lost, stolen, damaged or delayed it is extremely frustrating. If you must buy new clothes, toiletry products or personal belongings it can be very expensive and time consuming.
• Cancellation
  Sometimes due to unforeseen circumstances you may need to cancel your trip. This could be due to several reasons such as illness, injury, a bereavement or many other scenarios. Usually airlines, tour operators and hotels have large cancellation fees, so buying travel insurance that covers this is recommended.

Health Care

Healthcare of Peru is ranked 61st in the world. Healthcare is inconsistent in Peru, with especially few decent facilities available in rural areas.

Health Risk

Caused by bacteria of the genus Leptospira.

Occurs from insect bites, including mosquitoes.

Occurs from mosquito bite.

Occurs from sand fly bite.

Occurs from accidentally rub feces (poop) of the triatomine bug into the bug bite, other breaks in the skin, your eyes, or mouth.

Less commonly, being around someone sick with hantavirus.

Caused from an infected and contagious person coughing, speaking, or singing.