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Weather Protection   Machu Picchu

Weather Protection, Machu Picchu

 9 Reviews  You're at about 9500 feet above sea level. The sun is real intense at this level. If you took the pills to fight altitude sickness like I did, that lowers the resistance to fighting off sunburn also.... 

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Pack Light   Machu Picchu

Pack Light, Machu Picchu

 3 Reviews  Unless you have come straight from the Inca Trail you won't need to bring a whole lot of stuff with you. There is a bag storage room (with security) that you can leave your bags at if you like -... 

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Hiking Stick / Shoes   Machu Picchu

Hiking Stick / Shoes, Machu Picchu

 5 Reviews  If you are hiking the Inca trail, definitely bring an emergency rain poncho. We hiked during the "dry season" and on day 3 it poured. My backpack and everything in it would've been soaked without the... 

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Trail Supplies   Machu Picchu

Trail Supplies, Machu Picchu

 6 Reviews  Definitely pack light, but dont leave out necessities! A smart tip would be to put all your clothes into sealable baggies it keeps bugs out and also moisture... at night it is a good idea espically if... 

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Photo Equipment / Film   Machu Picchu

Photo Equipment / Film, Machu Picchu

 1 Review  Zoom is good for llama pics but you will have to carry it so remember weight. Bring lots of film, it's an amazing walk with varied scenery. Also, the llamas at Machu Picchu are very photogenic but you... 

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Packing List: Inca Trail

by SMAPP

Perhaps the most important thing to remember when packing for your trek on the Inca Trail is that you will not need as much “stuff” as you think. The old guideline of laying out all your necessities on your bed at home and then removing two thirds (or realistically, half) is fairly accurate. Packing light in Peru is especially important because there are weight restrictions for in-country flights as well as on the trail.On our Inca Trail treks, we provide group camping gear including tents, stove, cooking equipment, sleeping bags, pads, food, and utensils. The Peruvian government has placed restrictions on the weight porters can carry on the trail. You are allowed a total of seven kilograms (16 pounds) of personal gear to give to the porters to carry for you (including your sleeping bag which weighs approximately four pounds).In the mountains the weather can change drastically and...

inca trail and other packing info

by JesEse

5 things you truly need: a good daypack, comfortable shoes, wicking hiking socks, a fleece jacket and your mental toughness. Did the Inca trail recently. No matter what people say -- bring a rain jacket &/or poncho, no matter what season it is. Our first day of hiking was sunny & great, then it rained for 2 days. Our guide said that we didn't need ponchos..hhhm.. Should have brought one. Also, you can buy your winter hat/cap, gloves & scarves in peru -- much cheaper & la ighter load for you. Buy them, use them & give them as presents when you go home. Altitude sickness pills, diarrhea meds, toiletries, etc can be purchased in Peru. Cheaper, don't need prescription -- just ask your local guides what you need. You don't have to bring your own sleeping bags and/or mats. Unless you're emotionally attached to yours, you can rent them in cuzco for $12 each. Not too bad if you're going to be...

Inca trail and general packing list

by JesEse

5 things you truly need: a good daypack, comfortable shoes, wicking hiking socks, a fleece jacket and your mental toughness. Did the Inca trail recently. No matter what people say -- bring a rain jacket &/or poncho, no matter what season it is. Our first day of hiking was sunny & great, then it rained for 2 days. Our guide said that we didn't need ponchos..hhhm.. Should have brought one. Also, you can buy your winter hat/cap, gloves & scarves in peru -- much cheaper & la ighter load for you. Buy them, use them & give them as presents when you go home. Altitude sickness pills, diarrhea meds, toiletries, etc can be purchased in Peru. Cheaper, don't need prescription -- just ask your local guides what you need. You don't have to bring your own sleeping bags and/or mats. Unless you're emotionally attached to yours, you can rent them in cuzco for $12 each. Not too bad if you're going to be...

Going into the Jungle

by mad4travel

Waterproof bags Waterproofs - it rains a lot. A rain cape is a good idea, looks a bit stupid but gives excellent ventilation in the heat .You can also put it over your daypack at the risk of looking like the hunchback of Notre Dam!T shirts/Trousers that dry quickly- everything gets damp hereMore clothes than you think you'll need. Everything gets wet quickly either from rain or you sweating buckets and you'll need to change clothing oftenNeutral coloured clothing. Bright colours can frighten the wildlife. Anti malarialsAntiseptic wipes/lotions etcMosquito repellent/after biteSun lotion (above SPF 15, preferable 30. The sun is very strong)Sun hat - my God its so hot there!antibacterial alcohol based hand wash & tissues to use as toilet paper batteriesplastic bag to protect cameraZoom lens for photographing wildlifebinoculars for wildlife spotting torchheadtorch for night hikesbattery...

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by coolswizzle

backpack sturdy and comfortable walking shoespair of socks for each daycap diamox pills prescribed by your MD (just in case you needed it) a good camera with lots of memory space because once you get there you`ll be trigger happy never forget your sunblock

Sacred Valley and Rainforest

by simplesee

If going in the low season, Cusco can get rather chilly at night. Had to wear a sweatshirt and some nice wool socks. Also was nice to wear my hiking boots around and some long underwear. Extra bankets at the hotels/hostels are highly recommended. But in the day time, it warms up a bit where you can wear shorts and a t-shirt. Was fine with bringing just advil, although some people in my group got a little stomach sick. Drink a ton of water to flush your system and you should be good to go. Might want to bring a roll of toilet paper with you as a lot of places (besides where you'll be staying) don't have toilet paper available in the stalls. Digital cameras is definitely nice to have. All over Peru (Lima, Cusco, Ollantaytambo, and even Puerto Maldonado) there are places where you can download your pictures from your digital camera (no matter what type of memory card you have) onto cd...

Sunblock -- Do NOT leave without it!

by Pinguino

Wow, sunblock is essential like most people here point out. We were really stupid and went out one day on a low altitude, cloudy sky hike and ended up being so sunburned that we were in bed a full day suffering. Completey stupid of us, and it was a day wasted that easily could've been avoided had we ONLY FOLLOWED THE OTHER TIPS!!! :-) So please, listen when people say -- cover yourself in sunblock no matter what!! We saw so many other burnt faces it's just not worth it.

Toilet Paper !!!!

by Pinguino

Most all public restrooms do not have toilet paper or soap. I would highly suggest always having some on hand, as well as some hand sanitizer. Also -- do not put the toilet paper in the toilet, but in the trash can next to the toilet. Some places have signs telling you this but it's a general rule to help the poor plumbing.

Weather in Peru?

by VA_Dave

To check todays Peru weatheror the average weather during your travel month: http://weather.yahoo.com/regional/PEXX.html For instance, august average temperature: Lima avg high=66.0° F, avg low=60.0° F Arequipa 84.0° F 75.0° F Cusco 67.8° F 35.1° F Puno No August average available. Today: 53° F 28° F Figure it is about the same in August as Cusco because the altitudes are similar. In general, figure on 3° F drop for every 1000 ft of elevation gain, at night. So if the low in Lima at sea level is 60 F, then Cusco is about 10,000 ft higher so it is about 30 F colder. Puno is also high altitude.

Don't forget the sunblock!

by sweetbean

If you can avoid bringing large suitcases with you, do it. The streets in Cusco aren't really paved. They're more like tiles and cobblestones, and are really narrow. If you have large luggage it would be very difficult to maneuver. If you can't avoid it, arrange for a car to take you where you need to go so that you don't need to drag your luggage all over. Small luggage and backpacks are highly recommended. Good hiking boots and comfortable walking shoes/sneakers are a must. Because the majority of the streets aren't really paved, you'll need good, comfortable shoes with a good thick sole for walking around. People don't really get dressed up too much (not that we saw, anyway), so there's no need for women to bring high heeled shoes. You'd just be miserable and probably end up breaking your neck. The streets can also get pretty slippery when wet, so keep that in mind. Pack an umbrella,...

Street in Cusco (one of the wider ones!)
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