1. Passport: To enter Peru, you will need a passport valid for 6 months after the date of entry.
2. Visas: Peru is an easy country to enter. People from most countries in the Americas and Western Europe do not need a tourist visa to enter Peru. The maximum length of stay that the authorities grant to tourists is 183 days, which cannot be extended. To see a list of visa requirements by country, click here.
3. Health Insurance Documents: Be sure to bring your insurance card and copies of any travel insurance polices you purchase for the trip.
4. Travel Advisories: It’s also a good idea to check any travel advisories issued for Peru by visiting the U.S. Department of State website.

When travelling abroad, be sure you are up to date on routine vaccinations. Additional vaccines may also be required based on where you are going, how long you are staying, what you will be doing. Check with your healthcare provider at least one month prior to departure to ensure you have all the recommended vaccinations and medications for travel to Peru.

Also check the CDC website for the up-to-date advice on health precautions. You may be required to get vaccinated for hepatitis A, typhoid, and  yellow-fever when travelling to certain parts of the country.

Since ECOAN is located at an elevation of over 4,000 meters / 13,100 feet above sea level, you might want to talk to your doctor about travel at higher elevations.

While much of northern Peru operates on the same plug shape as the United States (Type A), parts of the region and most of southern Peru use what’s known as C-type outlets and the entire country runs on 220-volt currents, which is higher than America’s 110-volt standard. Be sure to get the right adapter before you go and check your devices to see if you also need a voltage converter.

Since you will be spending time outdoors, it’s important to be prepared with everything you might need, from sun protection to personal items.  Our packing list for Peru typically includes:

• Alarm Clock
• Backpack
• Bathing Suit
• Batteries
• Binoculars
• Books
• Camera
• Chargers (camera, Phone, computer, iPad)
• Computer or iPad
• Currency – have some local currency for tips, sundries, souvenirs
• Ear plugs
• Ear phones
• Electrical Adapter
• Field Pants 
• First Aid Kit
• Flashlight or Headlamp
• Glasses or Contact Lenses
• Hairdryer
• Insect Repellent
• Long Sleeve Shirt
• Hat with Brim
• Hiking Shoes
• Pens
• Phone
• Over-The-Counter Medications (aspirin, anti-diarrhea, ibuprofen, motion sickness)
• Prescription Medications
• Rain Jacket
• Sunglasses
• Sunscreen
• Travel Journal
• Water Bottle

Be sure you have an international plan with your phone service provider so you don’t rack-up unexpected charges for phone calls, emails, and text messages.

You may also want to install a VPN on your mobile devices, i-pad, and computer so you still have access to your favorite websites, like Netflix and HBO.  Of course, you can always download some shows to binge watch on the plane or at the lodge.