Travel Vaccines for Peru

Peru is a high-preparation destination due to altitude, yellow fever risk in the Amazon, and malaria in jungle areas. Recommendations vary significantly between Lima, Cusco, Machu Picchu and the Amazon basin.

High preparationMalaria risk: Moderate

Recommended vaccines for Peru

Yellow Fever (for Amazon regions)
Hepatitis A
Hepatitis B
Typhoid
Rabies (for Amazon or extended travel)

Malaria risk & prevention

Malaria risk is limited to Amazon basin regions (Loreto, Madre de Dios, Ucayali, San Martin). No malaria in Lima, Cusco, Machu Picchu, or the Sacred Valley.

Key health considerations

1Altitude sickness in Cusco (3,400 m), Lake Titicaca (3,800 m) and on the Inca Trail — acetazolamide (Diamox) is often prescribed.
2Yellow fever in Amazon regions.
3Traveller's diarrhea is common outside Lima tourist zones.

Travel-health tips

Ascend gradually if possible — consider a night in Lima before flying to Cusco.
Coca tea is a traditional altitude remedy but is not a substitute for prescription prophylaxis.
Bring a prescription for altitude sickness from our physician.

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Frequently asked: Peru

Do I need yellow fever vaccine for Machu Picchu?

No — yellow fever is not required for Cusco, Machu Picchu, or the Sacred Valley. It is only recommended for travel to Amazon rainforest regions below 2,300 m.

Can I get altitude sickness medication from your clinic?

Yes. Our physician can prescribe acetazolamide (Diamox) during your consultation and we dispense it at our pharmacy.

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This information is for educational purposes and reflects common recommendations for healthy adult Canadian travellers. Individual recommendations depend on your health history, itinerary, and current advisories from the Public Health Agency of Canada and WHO. A consultation with our physician is required before any prescription is issued.