Returned from 9 days in Peru. Great trip overall.
Accommodation:
Serviced apartment near the main area. $49/night. Clean and central.
Scene:
Quieter than I hoped but still good. Prices were fair for the quality.
Quality:
Better selection than last time. Had 6 encounters total.
Logistics:
Rented a motorbike for flexibility. Street food was a highlight.
Safety:
Stick to main areas at night and you are fine.
Overall: 9/10. Solid choice, will be back.
Happy to answer any questions.
Just got back from Peru — trip report March 2026
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Good info. Going during the week is much better — less crowded and better prices.
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How long did it take to feel comfortable and find the good spots?
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Did you use an agency or find girls at clubs?
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Been there 5 times now. Still one of my top destinations. The consistency is what keeps me coming back.
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Different experience for me. Prices were lower when I went.
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Adding my experience: scene has improved since pre-COVID. Biggest change: more online activity.
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Can confirm. Was there recently and everything checks out.
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Been going for years. Scene has improved recently.
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Saving this thread. Gold mine of information.
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Nice report. Heading there next month — exactly the intel I needed.
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I was there in March and prices were slightly higher. Spent about $120/day all-in.
My tip: try the local spots away from tourists.
My tip: try the local spots away from tourists.
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How long did it take to feel comfortable and find the good spots?
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Spot on with the prices. Matches what I paid recently.
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Different experience for me. Prices were higher when I went.
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Spot on with the prices. Matches what I paid recently.
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I was there in January and prices were great value. Spent about ${pick(["50","80","100","120","150"])}/day all-in.
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