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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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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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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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Trail Supplies   Machu Picchu

Trail Supplies, Machu Picchu

 8 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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Inca Trail Packing List

by butterfly_girl

The essential items for your trip on the Inca Trail are: Water, toilet paper, Headlamp & flashlight, rain jacket, thick socks, 2 pairs of comfortable walking shoes (worn in!), moist towelettes, warm sleeping clothes, 2 or 3 lightweight shirts that wick away moisture, 2 pairs of zip off pants (not cotton), a comfortable, sturdy backpack, a good water holder to strap around your waist, snacks, medicine in case of sickness, blister block, camera/film ( throw away panoramic is nice), 45 sunscreen, sunglasses and a hat. I made the mistake of bringing too much. Once you start hiking, you don't have much time to go through your pack, so just bring the items that you absolutely need.

Bring Sunblock Please

by gt4715b

Travel light. Remember there exist these wonderful new inventions called laundrymats (lavandarías) and they are plentiful in Peru. Bring warm clothes as it can be chilly at high altitudes and during winter/spring. I found I was ok with 3 layers: an undershirt, a long sleeved thermal type shirt and a sweater. No need for a heavy coat for general traveling. Please bring sunblock. Not only is Peru located around 12-13 degrees latitude, most of the country is located at high altitude. You CANNOT use the temperature as a guide as to when to apply sunblock. It you're traveling from June - Sept. it's probable you'll be wearing long sleeves the majority of the time, so you'll only need to apply to your face, neck and hands. Be prepared to take lots of pictures, and as such bring lots of film if you have a special film that you like to use. There are tons of photo shops in the various cities...

Quechua Phrasebook

by canuckmike

If you are planning to get well off the beaten path or want to impress the local native population, bring a Quechua phrasebook. Quechua is the language of the Incas and is spoken through a good portion of Peru and other countries.

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Titicaca : Take some bread - Prenez du pain

by Maillekeul

You will bring some things to eat for the family with which you will stay an overnight, but take some bread for you as they won't give you some...Vous allez apporter des cadeaux-bouffe pour votre famille d'accueil sur l'ile, mais prenez du pain pour vous, c'est pas du luxe...

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Choquequirao : A good sleeping bag - Un bon duvet

by Maillekeul

Don't forget your sleeping bag (about -5º to 0º) : it's cold in Choquequirao, during the night...N'oubliez pas votre duvet ou votre sac de couchage (entre -5º et 0º) : il fait froid la nuit, a Choque

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Machu Picchu : The useful items - A avoir sur soi

by Maillekeul

A big plastic bag over your clothes, if you don't want to be surprised by the rain...Une "capa de agua" si vous ne voulez pas etre surpris par la pluie A flashlight, because, if you want to get early to the MP, when coming from Aguas Calientes, you'll have to begin walking at 3.00 AM (really dark outside)Une lampe de torche, parce que si vous voulez arriver tot au MP, en partant d'Aguas Calientes, vous devrez commencer a marcher a 3.00 du mat" (noir d'encre dehors) Coca leaves, you never know Des feuilles de coca, on ne sait jamais

Moskitos, cameras and toilet paper

by epicult

If venturing into the Amazon (especially in wet season) be sure to have great waterproof gear! Not only great waterproof gear, but light coloured waterproof gear. Upon purchasing my brand spankin' new 'black' gore-tex jacket, I couldn't have kicked myself harder. And, being a seasoned Canadian backwoods guy, I should have known better.Black (dark colours) = many mosquitoesLight colours = far fewer mosquitoesDon't be foolish like myself unless you want to be sorrounded by 'hundreds' of these little critters!. Bring alot of toilet paper! Wrap your camera good as it is very humid in the jungle and it WILL reak havoc on your gear

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Transformer for 220vac->110vac

by zzaappedd

Fill up your half empty bags with cloths and items to give as gifts. Lots of opportunities to donate them to poor people. Hat for high altitudes, where the sun will burn and you won't notice it because of the cool temperatures. And some sun lotion. If you come from a non 220vac country like USA, you better find a transformer for your battery charger. Unless you happen to have a multivoltage charger; in which case, let me know where you got it :) I bought my transformer in Cuzco at "HiF electronica" for 8 soles [$2.50]; which is a lot cheaper than in the US. But have them test it at the store before you leave. Flashlight for several caves and tunnels you will encounter. Get a hold of some strong plastic knife and forks since airport security will confiscate any metal utensils.

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Packing List

by nygaston

if you want to visit PERU the best way is to take only a small bag and travel by bus or horse or foot...The duration is depending of the roads and works...LIMA to CUSCO : 24-30 hoursCUSCO to LA PAZ : 10-12 hours LIMA is warm and wet.CUSCO is in the mountains: quite cold during the evening and night, warm in the afternoon.if you travel by bus, you must have warm coat and cover for the night. Altitude sickness : rest for 2 or 3 days before climbing. Light stuff in you bag. Warm stuff in the mountains. Some gifts for your new friends.

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Q:  We will be traveling in Dec. can only spend about 6 days in Peru. Would appreciate any suggestions on how to best use our time. ... 

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A: Firstly, if you stay on the coast, be prepared for heat and humidity. If you go inland, be prepared for altitude. I imagine you will be arriving first off in Lima? Six... 

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