HOW DANGEROUS IS PERU?
It all depends. It is like any other country in the world. As Peru is a poor country, do not wear expensive jewellery or watches, expose flashy equipment, etc as you will only attract thieves. Do not walk alone especially after dark. Try to go in a group when you stroll around towns. Please do leave your valuables in the hotel safebox; take a copy of your passport with you, as we cannot be responsible for your personal property. Moneybelts are a good thing. Put your money, tickets, passport under your clothing. Strikes and tremors can happen without warning. If the planes, transportation cannot take us to our destination and alternative arrangements will have to be made. Please be very careful of what you eat and drink. Only buy wrapped icecream, bottled water, fruits that need to be peeled. Do not eat fresh lettuce or ice cubes.
