Health
Health conditions in Peru are good, especially in the cities. In recent years, the range of health services has increased and become more modern. Hospitals and clinics provide proper care, but we recommend taking out travel insurance.
Vaccinations
There are no compulsory vaccinations for entering Peru. If you are thinking of visiting the Amazon region of the country, the Ministry of Health recommends that you are vaccinated against yellow fever. For more information about vaccinations, click here.
Check the recommended vaccinations here:
Chickenpox
Recommended for: travelers who have not had chickenpox.
Destinations for which it is recommended: all Peru.
Hepatitis A
Recommended for: all travelers.
Destinations for which it is recommended: all Peru.
Hepatitis B
Recommended for: travelers who will have prolonged contact with the local population.
Destinations for which it is recommended: Amazonas, Loreto, San Martín, Ucayali, Junín y Madre de Dios.
Yellow Fever*
Recommended for: travelers to jungle areas below 8,200 feet.
Destinations for which it is recommended: Amazonas, Loreto, San Martín, Ucayali, Junín y Madre de Dios.
*To be effective, the yellow fever vaccination must be given at least 10 days before traveling.
Information for travelers here.
Sanitary conditions in Peru are good, particularly in the main cities.