Returned from 12 days in Peru.
Accommodation:
Guest house near the action. $36/night.
Scene:
Improved recently. Negotiation possible.
Highlights:
Impressive variety.
Overall: 8.5/10 - Solid destination.
Happy to answer questions.
Peru — 10 day trip report
Started by DesertRat · 12 Mar 2026 · 109 views
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13 Mar 2026 at 17:57
This is outdated info IMO. Things have changed since the pandemic. Current prices are actually lower than what's described here.
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15 Mar 2026 at 08:54
Been going for years. The scene has shifted a bit but still good.
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I'd rate it similarly. Solid 7/10 destination.
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Any restaurant recs for the daytime?
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17 Mar 2026 at 14:07
100% agree. The atmosphere is hard to beat.
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18 Mar 2026 at 09:36
Interesting take but I think you overpaid. Try using a different site next time.
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Been going for years. The scene has shifted a bit but still good.
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20 Mar 2026 at 18:26
Did you use the local sites or find girls at bars?
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21 Mar 2026 at 21:48
I'd rate it similarly. Solid 9/10 destination.
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23 Mar 2026 at 13:33
Thanks for the write-up. Very helpful for my upcoming trip.
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24 Mar 2026 at 08:36
What was your total spend roughly? Trying to budget for mine.
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24 Mar 2026 at 19:55
How long did it take to feel comfortable and find the good spots?
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26 Mar 2026 at 02:57
With respect, my experience was more mixed. But maybe I went at the wrong time.
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I'd rate it similarly. Solid 8/10 destination.
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26 Mar 2026 at 20:50
Nice report. Heading there next month — exactly the intel I needed.
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27 Mar 2026 at 06:02
Excellent write-up. This is why this forum is the best resource out there.
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Good info. I'd add that going during the week is much better — less crowded, better prices.
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Interesting take but I think you overpaid. Try using a different site next time.
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28 Mar 2026 at 01:37
Great report, thanks for sharing. I had a similar experience there last month.
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