Recommendations for travelers in Peru
Traveling through Peru is a wonderful experience, full of amazing landscapes, culture, nature and an incomparable gastronomy. Therefore, in this COVID-19 pandemic, we think this information and recommendations are important for you:
PROTOCOLS IN PERU
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Peru was awarded the label WTTC “Safe Travels”, which recognizes the following tourist destinations for safety and hygiene against the COVID-19: Cusco (the city of Cusco, the citadel of Machu Picchu and the Sacred Valley), Iquitos (the Amazon River and Pacaya Samiria National Reserve), Amazonas (Kuelap), Ayacucho (region), Lima (District of Miraflores) and beaches in Piura (Mancora, Cabo Blanco, Vichayito, Los Organos, etc.).
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Travelers entering the country must fill out a sworn statement (link) and provide it before boarding the plane, as well as a negative molecular test (PCR), or a negative antigen test or a medical certificate of epidemiological discharge. The results must be obtained no later than 72 hours prior to check-in.
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The quarantine is removed for travelers entering Peru, with the exception of residents from South Africa, Brazil and/or India, or who have made a stopover in such countries. They must undergo mandatory quarantine at home, in an accommodation or other isolation center for 14 days upon arrival in Peru.
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The use of mask is mandatory. In addition, for entering shopping centers, galleries, department stores or for the supply of commodities, supermarkets, markets and stores, it is imperative to wear two masks.
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At airports and some clinics, the use of face shields, in addition to masks, is also mandatory. Furthermore, their use is recommended in closed places such as pharmacies, restaurants or other crowded places.
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The Ministry of Health provides information on laboratories that perform molecular tests for the diagnosis of COVID-19 nationwide at the following link http://bit.ly/LaboratoriosCOVID-19Peru. The update on these centers will be published on this website, so that tour operators and travelers can access.
ENSURE A GOOD EXPERIENCE
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Collaborate with tourism professionals, guides, drivers, hotel staff and follow their indications regarding safety protocols in the places you will visit.
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Plan your visit to museums, archaeological sites, galleries, parks and nature preserves in advance, and make sure they are open and have capacity available. For more information, contact the staff of your travel agent.
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Restaurants will be open with a limited capacity. Book your table in advance or the process, so that your food is delivered or taken out at the hotel.
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Respect social distancing, keep your hands clean and sanitize your travel gear regularly in order to reduce the risk of infection.
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There are many options for outdoor activities in Peru. Check with your travel agent or at Peru.travel, the official PROMPERÚ website for the perfect destination and activity for you.
INSTANT INFORMATION
Security protocols are updated regularly. Check with your travel agent, agency or by WhatsApp to the IPerú information office by calling at IPerú (+51) 944 492 314, for the curfew hours, capacity, schedules and restrictions.
Visit
Peru.Travel to check the latest government press releases regarding the measures taken against the COVID-19. In addition, keep your embassy, consulate and travel advisory contact numbers handy in case of any emergency.
PROMPERÚ
June 2021
EL MINISTERIO DE SALUD, A TRAVÉS DEL INSTITUTO NACIONAL DE SALUD-INS, HACE CONSTAR MEDIANTE LA PRESENTE QUE:
EMPRESA: CORPORACION HOTELERA Y TURISTICA DEL AMAZONAS S.A. - CHASA
HA REGISTRADO CON FECHA 01/07/2020 SU PLAN PARA LA VIGILANCIA, PREVENCIÓN Y CONTROL DEL COVID-19 EN EL TRABAJO, CONFORME A LO ESTABLECIDO EN LA R.M. 239-2020-MINSA Y SUS NORMAS MODIFICATORIAS