In our experience, travel to Peru is convenient and safe. We will assist you in determining the best options for your journey.

HOW TO GET THERE
From wherever you are located on this small planet with few exceptions, you will need to get to Lima, Peru. From Lima you will fly to Iquitos, Peru, where you will be greeted by the Refugio staff and taken by speedboat upriver to the Refugio.

Airlines to Lima (partial list as of 2002):
United States - Lan Chile or Lan Peru (from Miami or LA); American (Dallas), Continental (Newark); Delta (Atlanta).
Paris (CDG) - Air France (Atlanta); Delta Airlines (Atlanta); Iberia (Madrid); Continental (Newark); American (Dallas); also Groupo Taca (www.groupotaca.com) to Lima.
Frankfurt - Delta (Atlanta); KLM (Amsterdam); Continental (Newark); American (Dallas) to Lima.
London - Continental (Newark); Iberia (Madrid); British Air ( Caracas, then Taca to Lima); Delta (Atlanta) to Lima.
Rio de Janeirro - Varig; Lan Chile; Taca

Lima to Iquitos
Aero Continente (7am or 7pm), TAN

AIRPORT FEES
You will need to pay a local fee of $4 each for your trip to Iquitos and from Iquitos to Lima. You also will have to pay a $25 fee before departing Lima to the US XX or Europe. You can purchase your stamp at booths in the airport before entering the area of departure.

VISA OR PASSPORT?
A Passport is required! You do not need a visa for tourist stays under 90 days. You can extend the stay by paying a monthly fee for another 3 months, for a total of 6 months. After that you need a residence visa.

For the latest information including travel advisory see:
travel.state.gov/peru.html

VACCINES AND HEALTH CONCERNS
Malaria does occur in the region, although no cases are known from the Refugio. Most guests choose not to take anti-malarial medicines; however, the choice is yours. We recommend that you consult with your medical or natural health physician. Also, refer to the web site for the Center for Disease control for the latest information on malaria prevention and other information:
www.cdc.gov/travel/tropsam.htm

INFORMATION ABOUT PERU
www.cia.gov/cia/publications/factbook/

MONEY
The Peruvian currency is the Nuevo Sol. You can exchange money at the Lima Airport, where the exchange rate is the same as other exchange bureaus in the area. If you need to change more currency in Iquitos, the staff will help you.

LANGUAGE
The language you will hear most in Lima and Iquitos is Spanish. Most attendants at the airports speak English or can find someone who does. Once with the Refugio staff in Iquitos, there will be English speaking assistance. This is a great opportunity to hone your Spanish speaking skills!