Climate & Clothing

Dec-April - are much warmer months and still warm at altitude. The mornings and evenings can be quite cold as you are higher but the daytime temperatures in the sun can be very warm indeed.

June-August – can be very cold and warm, winter clothing is required - especially at night time. There is a huge difference in climate from the arid desert coastline and the Andean region.

Rain can be expected in the Andes between December and April. Showers are generally torrential but brief. Due to altitude the nights are cold year round.

Required Clothing

For travel in Peru, a variety of clothes are necessary. You will need very lightweight clothes for summer on the coast, and thermals, hats, gloves and ski jackets for winter up in the mountains. It can become freezing at night at altitude and remain hot and sticky during the nights in the jungle. Waterproof clothing is recommended for the rainy season.

Please be advised that you will also require a pair of flips or comfortable flat shoes to wear around your lodge in the jungle if you are doing the Amazon extension.

I hope this helps,

Kindest,

Ben