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How much is a flight to Peru?
All Expedition volunteers will need to fly into Lima. A typical flight to Lima costs £400 - £600 in February and £500 - 700 in September.
What are the Visa requirements for Peru?
All UK Citizens are given a 90 day Tourist Visa on Entry into Peru via an international airport. No special visa is required to volunteer, as volunteers are not paid for their placement. For any more questions regarding the visa requirements, consult the website for the Peru Embassy.
What will I do in Peru?
The highlights of the Peru Expedition include:
- Inca Trail 4 day trek to Machu Picchu
- A trip to the Ballestas Islands
- Learn Spanish
- A trip to the Nazca Lines
- A trip to Lake Titcaca and the famous floating reed islands, Llos Uros
- Optional volunteer work in Cusco
How much money should I take?
We would recommend that you budget between £40-£50 per week
What is the currency?
The currency of Peru is the Peruvian Nuevo Soles. These cannot be exchanged anywhere outside of South America.
What is the food like?
The basis of Peruvian food is usually rice, vegetables, potatoes, eggs, meat and fish. Peruvians tend to eat rice with potatoes, with a few accompanying dishes.
What is the climate?
Peru has a climate that varies with which part of the country you are in. Peru has a jungle climate, mountain climate and a coastal climate.
What is the time difference?
Peru is 6 hours behind the UK.
What is the telephone code?
The international telephone access code for Peru is 00518.
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