WE RECOMMEND:
- Bring some light clothes for the morning and a jacket for the afternoon and evening.
- Comfortable shoes for walking.
- Sunblock, insect repellent.
- Camera.
- Lip balm.
- Medicine for altitude sickness, as well as stomach problems, after consulting your doctor.
- Pullover, jacket.
- Pants.
- Rain jacket.
ALTITUDE:
Arequipa: 2,335m
Colca Canyon: 3,500m
WEATHER:
Dry and warm, sunny during the day and cold at night. From December to March: rainy season, winter with temperatures dropping to 10ºC at night.
GASTRONOMY:
In the city of Arequipa, one can find international and vegetarian food, but don´t forget to try the shrimp based dishes such as chupe de camarones (shrimp soup), a dish characteristic of the region.
WATER:
The water is potable in all of Peru, but the chemicals vary everywhere. Because of this, drinking bottled water is recommended.
