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    Is Peru Safe For Solo Female Travelers?

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    AURI PERU

    It’s time to pack your bags, get your passport ready and …. wait, something important is missing, when you are one of the Solo female Travelers to Peru you must focus the details of the trip mainly on your safety. There are many ways to make your Solo trip to Peru something very special. Auri Peru will be your best support during this planning, in this article we tell you everything you need to know about destination information, recommendations, things to avoid and also how to contact other Solo female Travelers to Peru.

    The motivation of the Solo female Travelers to Peru is based mainly on getting to know the country and also the world, meeting new friends but most of all, seeing the world in a different way. Every step during your Solo trip to Peru will achieve this, so stay with us until the end.

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    Solo female travelers to peru

    Solo female travelers to peru

    1.- DETAILS TO CONSIDER FOR SOLO FEMALE TRAVELERS TO PERU

    Organizing your next adventure as one of the Solo female Travelers to Peru can bring you many emotions, of course, daring to experience a Solo Trip to Peru is one of the things you should do at least once in your life, however you must also consider that it contains challenges and dangers that you must prevent in advance. Some of the most common obstacles that Solo female Travelers to Peru must face are:

    1.1.- Security

    It is very important for first time Solo female Travelers to Peru to be alert at all times around them, there are cities where it is relatively more dangerous due to the location such as border cities. However most cities are super touristy and pleasant for travelers who choose to make a Solo Trip to Peru, at least its downtown area is where mainly the hotels, restaurants and you can stroll with tranquility.

    security

    security

    1.2.- Language

    It is also common to see that Solo female Travelers to Peru can have a complication with the language. In Peru the official language is Spanish, however many of the establishments already have staff that can speak other languages (although the most common is always English). We recommend that you learn some basic Spanish words to ask for directions or information that will really come in handy during your Solo Trip to Peru.

    1.3.- Bad information

    It is normal that social networks and world news spread information that in many cases is erroneous and exaggerated, as one of the Solo female Travelers to Peru you should be aware that if there are places that have security problems however it is in small percentages, most Peruvian people are friendly and are always willing to help travelers.

    1.4.- Myths

    One of the concerns of all Solo female Travelers to Peru is that they could suffer discrimination or even sexual harassment, this is something that has diminished considerably during the last few years. If any uncomfortable situation occurs, you have to be ready to react in the best way, besides that in all the experiences and tours you can always be accompanied by a guide or a person in charge who can help you in that moment.

    1.5.- Open mind

    Take into account that Peru is a very traditional and cultural country so in some villages in the Andes, they keep many traditions that in the modern world are part of the stereotype, this is not a bad thing actually is their way of living so if you get to visit as one of the Solo female Travelers to Peru it is important to respect the culture. All the people are very friendly in the Andes, we are sure that they will make your Solo Trip to Peru experience unique.

    1.6.- Formality of companies

    When choosing to travel as one of the Solo female Travelers to Peru you must make sure that each destination is safe, the best is always that you can be accompanied by a travel agency, regularly this organized group trips where people who organized their Solo Trip to Peru can join and tour all the places. It is precisely this travel agency that must offer you a safe service, so that you can verify that the company that you chose is safe and offers you everything correctly you can verify if it is registered in the directory of DIRCETUR.

    2.- USEFUL TIPS FOR SOLO FEMALE TRAVELERS TO PERU

    • If you plan to make a Solo Trip to Peru in 2024, research well the places you have in mind to visit. Maybe in some cases you will have to coordinate your times due to seasonal weather or availability.
    • It is normal for Solo female Travelers to Peru to want to dress up before visiting a destination, however it is recommended that you avoid displaying jewelry or anything of great value on the street.
    • When organizing a Solo Trip to Peru, you should consider looking for friends along the way to help you in case you feel like going out at night to have fun. It is always best to go with someone.
    • If you are one of the Solo female Travelers to Peru try to always keep in frequent communication with your family, a message or a picture a day will help to keep them calm and informed.
    useful tips

    useful tips

    3.- USEFUL TECHNOLOGIES FOR SOLO FEMALE TRAVELERS TO PERU

    Now that everything is coordinated and ready for your next trip as one of the Solo female Travelers to Peru, you just have to wait for the big day and enjoy it, however, you can also make the most of today’s technology. There are applications that you can easily download on your cell phone either to help you in your location, search for something or just out of curiosity, the most useful applications for Solo Trip to Peru are:

    3.1.- Tripadvisor

    A very useful platform for all Solo female Travelers to Peru, here you can find useful references about destinations, hotels, restaurants and everything you are looking for. It also has a useful section where you can find options of destinations, veiled as an option of useful references to see if the service you will take is real or a scam.

    trip advisor

    trip advisor

    3.2.- Maps.me

    This is a useful application for travelers who do not have a very coordinated orientation. Maps.me is an alternative application very similar to Google Maps but works without internet connection which makes it very easy to use for all travelers planning a Solo Trip to Peru.

    maps.me

    maps.me

    3.3.- Aroundme

    A very useful application for Solo female Travelers to Peru who do not want to leave their hotel in vain. Locate in real time places of your preference such as cafes, markets, pharmacies, restaurants and others.

    aroundme

    aroundme

    3.4.- AirBnB

    A useful application for all Solo female Travelers to Peru looking for a place to spend the night. The advantage of using this application is that you can filter the preferences you want, including the complements of your room, location and other services. Also for all travelers planning a Solo Trip to Peru this is an option where they can find a private place where they will feel more comfortable.

    airbnb

    airbnb

    3.5.- Backpackr

    Just because you do a Solo Trip to Peru is not the same as doing it without knowing anyone. It is actually the opposite, the idea of Solo Trip to Peru is that you can meet more people along the way, that is the mission of this application that seeks to put you in contact with more Solo female Travelers to Peru plus you can also read recommendations and tips from travelers who have already visited Peru.

    backpackr

    backpackr

     

    “Once a year, go to a place you’ve never been before.”

     

    4.- THE TOP DESTINATIONS FOR A SOLO TRIP TO PERU

    4.1.- Lima

    It is the capital of the country, but it is also one of the most important gastronomic destinations in the world. Undoubtedly Lima is one of the most delicious cities, it has unique views of the ocean, as well as several urban centers and an impressive historic center. Take into account that here you can do traditional activities as well as adventure, you should always follow the safety guide provided by the company you choose.

    paragliding in lima

    paragliding in lima

    4.2.- Cusco

    Known as the capital of the Inca culture and also the entry point to continue to other wonderful places. It is a city where history is kept alive in every street that has also the culture is something inherited among the people who live there, as a recommendation spend at least 3 to 4 days here to get to know the main thing. Among the places you can visit from this point is the vast Sacred Valley, characterized mainly for being one of the favorite places for many travelers and where there are many options for Solo female Travelers to Peru with traditional, adventure and cultural options. You can also find Yoga retreats where you can connect in a closer way with nature and yourself. At the same time you can also get to Machu Picchu, the traditional way to reach this Inca citadel is by train but there are also alternative versions such as very popular hikes that you can be part of in 2024.

    Cusco

    Cusco

    4.3.- Arequipa

    Being one of the cities near the coast, it is automatically thought that only provides options related to the sea, however this city provides many traditional options for Solo female Travelers to Peru looking for a different experience, from historical options such as visiting the convent of Santa Catalina, the viewpoint of Yanahuara to more challenging options such as hiking the Colca Canyon which is one of the deepest canyons in the world.

    arequipa

    arequipa

    4.4.- Amazon

    Venturing into the Amazon as one of the Solo female Travelers to Peru is an adventure you will love and remember for the rest of your life. Each step allows you to dive deeper and deeper to learn about the wildlife that is present in this area of the country. You can get options from 4 days onwards where you connect with nature in a closer way.

    amazon

    amazon

    5.- DARE TO ADVENTURE

    “Being in your daily comfort will not allow you to find new paths or new friends. Only travel will open doors you never even imagined existed. Embarking on your journey this 2024 as one of the Solo female travelers to Peru will be the first step.”

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    6.- CONNECTING WITH LOCAL COMMUNITIES AND SUPPORT NETWORKS

    The communities that are in the Andes are mainly focused on providing a more traditional experience in which Solo female Travelers to Peru can get to know a cultural side during their visit. This involves interactive activities that you can do directly or even through foundations such as NGOs that are always looking for volunteers to provide support, these options are not available all year round, only in some seasons so it is important that if you are interested in this option you plan it with time.

    local communities impact

    local communities impact

    We know it sounds complicated and even a little scary to participate in a Solo female Travelers to Peru but it is quite the opposite, it will be the best decision of your life. Every moment with Auri Peru will make you feel that you always have unconditional support, contact us now and let’s design together your next experience.

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    well-loved, out-of-town relatives.

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