The Ultimate Peru Packing Checklist: Coast, Andes & Amazon

Packing for Peru requires preparing for drastically different climates—sometimes within the same day! In Cusco, warm sunny mornings quickly transform into chilly high-altitude nights.

Essential Apparel Checklist

• Layerable Clothing: Thermal base layers, breathable t-shirts, and fleece sweaters.
• Waterproof Jacket: High-quality windbreaker or rain jacket (essential for Machu Picchu).
• Sturdy Trekking Boots: Broken-in hiking shoes with solid ankle support and grip.
• Sun Protection: Wide-brim hat, UV sunglasses, and reef-safe sunscreen (sun light is strong at high altitude).

Health & Electronics

• Refillable Water Bottle: Stay hydrated while minimizing single-use plastic waste.
• Power Bank: Essential for long day trips to Rainbow Mountain or Sacred Valley.
• Personal Pharmacy: Altitude medication, rehydration salts, and lip balm.