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Peru eSIM
8 data plans · from £11.50 · instant QR code by email
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Travelling as a group? Buy everyone an eSIM in one checkout and the discount is applied automatically — no code needed. See group pricing
8 data plans · from £11.50 · instant QR code by email
Travelling as a group? Buy everyone an eSIM in one checkout and the discount is applied automatically — no code needed. See group pricing
Connects automatically to the strongest signal across Claro.
Setup
It takes about a minute. Tap the install link we email you, leave the line switched off, then switch it on when you land — and you're online.
On iPhone (iOS)
On Android
Peru: 9 plans, from 3 to 50 GB. Validity runs from 1 day to 30 days. 8 of them run on 5G where the local network has it.
6 plans can be topped up without installing a second eSIM. Plans run on Claro.
Counted from our live catalogue, not a marketing figure — the plan list above this section is the same data.
No regional bundle includes Peru cover — a single-country plan is the only option here, and it is usually the cheaper one anyway.
A Peru travel eSIM is a digital SIM that downloads straight to your phone — no plastic card, no queuing at an airport counter. You buy online, tap the install link we email you (the QR code is in there too), and your phone adds a second line alongside your normal SIM. It stays dormant until your trip begins, then connects automatically to Claro on 5G where available, LTE everywhere else. Your normal number carries on working for calls and texts while the eSIM handles the data.
Maps, messaging and taxi apps use very little data — roughly 300–500 MB a day. If you add photos, social media and the occasional video, expect to use closer to 1 GB a day. For a one-week trip, a 5 GB plan is usually plenty; for two weeks, tethering, or heavy use, opt for 10 GB or more, or choose a top-up plan you can reload as you go. Peru plans start at £11.50 across 8 sizes, with the per-GB price clearly shown so you can easily spot the best value.
Yes. A Peru travel eSIM is a local data plan rather than international roaming — you pay the price you saw online, and there are no per-megabyte charges from your home network provider. Set the eSIM as your mobile data line, switch data roaming off on your normal SIM, and nothing unexpected turns up on your next bill. Full refund at any time before installation, so buying ahead costs you nothing.
Ceviche
Raw fish cured in fresh lime juice, spiced with ají peppers, and served with sweet potato and Andean corn.
Coastal areas like Lima and Paracas, ideally for lunch when the catch is freshest.
Lomo Saltado
A Chifa (Chinese-Peruvian) stir-fry of beef tenderloin, onions, tomatoes, and soy sauce, served with both fries and rice.
Virtually any traditional restaurant nationwide.
Ají de Gallina
Shredded chicken cooked in a creamy sauce made from cheese, walnuts, and yellow ají pepper.
Lima and central Peru, often served in family-run restaurants.
Peru connectivity guide
Peru is one of the few destinations where tourists are routinely refused at official carrier stores: prepaid registration runs on biometric fingerprint systems built around the Peruvian DNI identity card, and travellers without one report being turned away. The practical answer to the best eSIM for Peru is the one already installed when you land — a travel eSIM roams as a foreign profile and never touches that registration system. This guide covers the networks, the DNI problem, where the Andes and the Amazon lose signal, and how much data a Peru trip needs.
Read the full Peru guide →Cuy al Horno
Roasted guinea pig, an ancient Andean staple, often served whole.
Cusco and the Sacred Valley.
Anticuchos de Corazón
Skewers of marinated and grilled beef heart.
Street food carts in Lima (especially around Barranco) and Arequipa.
Papa a la Huancaína
Sliced boiled potatoes smothered in a spicy, creamy cheese sauce, garnished with black olives and egg.
Huancayo and Lima.
Rocoto Relleno
A spicy rocoto pepper stuffed with seasoned minced meat, vegetables, and topped with melted cheese.
Traditional picanterías in Arequipa.
Causa Rellena
A chilled, layered dish of mashed yellow potatoes flavored with lime and ají, usually stuffed with chicken or tuna salad.
Lima.
Pollo a la Brasa
Peruvian rotisserie chicken marinated in soy sauce, spices, and garlic, served with thick fries and ají sauce.
Pollerías in every city in Peru.
Picarones
Deep-fried dough rings made from squash and sweet potato, drenched in a sweet fig or cane syrup.
Street food stalls in Lima and Cusco in the evenings.
Machu PicchuAguas Calientes (Cusco Region)
The iconic 15th-century Inca citadel set high in the Andes mountains, representing the pinnacle of Incan architecture.
1 full day · book ahead
Sacred Valley of the IncasCusco Region
A beautiful valley featuring impressive Inca ruins like Ollantaytambo and Pisac, and the circular terraces of Moray.
1-2 days · book ahead
Colca CanyonArequipa
One of the world's deepest canyons, famous for spectacular scenery and the chance to spot majestic Andean condors in flight.
2-3 days
Lake TiticacaPuno
The highest navigable lake in the world, home to the Uros people who live on man-made floating reed islands.
1-2 days
Nazca LinesNazca
Mysterious ancient geoglyphs etched into the desert sands, best viewed from a scenic flight.
Half day · book ahead
Huacachina OasisIca
A desert oasis surrounded by massive sand dunes, offering sandboarding and dune buggy tours.
1 day
Historic Centre of CuscoCusco
The former capital of the Inca Empire with cobblestone streets, colonial architecture built on Inca foundations, and the Qorikancha temple.
1-2 days
Kuelap FortressChachapoyas
A massive stone fortress built by the Chachapoyas people ('Warriors of the Clouds'), accessible via a scenic cable car.
1 day · book ahead
Rainbow Mountain (Vinicunca)Cusco Region
A stunning, multi-colored mountain located at a staggering altitude of 5,200 meters.
1 full day · book ahead
Santa Catalina MonasteryArequipa
A sprawling, vibrantly colored colonial monastery complex that is virtually a city within a city.
Half day
Long-Distance Bus
Extensive network of private bus companies operating comfortable coaches. Premium classes offer fully reclining seats (cama).
20-50 USD for a 10-hour trip
Domestic Flights
Airlines like LATAM and Sky Airline connect major hubs like Lima, Cusco, Arequipa, and Iquitos.
40-100 USD one-way
Train
Operators like PeruRail and IncaRail run scenic routes, primarily between Cusco, the Sacred Valley, Machu Picchu, and Puno.
60-120 USD one-way
Colectivos
Shared minivans or taxis that run fixed routes and leave when full.
1-5 USD
Ride-hailing
Uber, Cabify, InDrive
Very common and recommended in Lima and Arequipa for safety over street-hailed taxis. In Cusco, traditional taxis are ubiquitous and often cheaper.
Paying for things
Basics
| New Year's Day | January 1 | National holiday. Many businesses and restaurants are closed. Transport runs on a limited schedule. |
| Labour Day | May 1 | Public holiday. Banks and offices are closed. |
| St. Peter and St. Paul | June 29 | Coastal towns often have local celebrations. Minor impact on general travel. |
| Independence Day | July 28 | Major national holiday (Fiestas Patrias). Large parades. Domestic travel surges, causing higher prices and booked-out transport. |
| Independence Day (Continued) | July 29 | Continued national holiday and military parades. Busy travel period. |
| Battle of Angamos | October 8 | Public holiday. Minor impact on tourism. |
| Immaculate Conception | December 8 | Religious holiday. Some regional closures, but tourist services mostly run normally. |
| Christmas Day | December 25 | Major closures across all sectors. Very quiet day for travel. |
Recurring dates — the day these fall on moves year to year.