ALTITUDE SICKNESS IN PERU

Many of the most important attractions of Peru are located over the 7,000 feet like Arequipa city (7,600 ft.), Colca Canyon (12,000 ft.), Titicaca Lake (12,560 ft.), Cusco city (10,800 ft.) or Machu Picchu (7,970 ft.) and tourist always hear about  terrible tales of high altitude sickness.

It’s difficult to determine who may be affected by altitude sickness since there are no specific factors such as age, sex, or physical condition that correlate with susceptibility. Some people get it and some people don't because some people are more susceptible than others. 

Most people can ascend to 8,000 feet with little or no effect. If you have been at that altitude before with no problem, you can probably return to that altitude without problems as long as you are properly acclimatized.
If you haven't been to high altitude before and plan a trip to Peru, let us recommend you the following 3 tips:

1. TAKE IT EASY

The main cause of altitude sickness is going too high too quickly. Given enough time, your body will adapt to the decrease in oxygen at a specific altitude. This process is known as acclimatization and generally takes one to three days at any given altitude. Remember that light activity during the day is better than sleeping because respiration decreases during sleep, exacerbating the symptoms. Take time to rest, don’t over exert yourself.

2. HYDRATATE
Acclimatization is often accompanied by fluid loss, so you need to drink lots of fluids to remain properly hydrated (at least four to six liters per day). Water or beverages as Gatorade are the best options.

3. EAT LIGHT

The first day(s) stay away from grease food, sodas and alcohol. Consider eating chicken grill, chicken noodle soup, cooked salads. Eat high calories.

There are some other tips like drink coca tea once you arrive in the high altitude, take a pill named “Soroche pill” the night before your trip, the morning before and the night of your first day in the altitude and eat lemon candies.

We recommend you to follow all these advices but specially relax to enjoy your trip!

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La Casona Inkaterra Hotel

During my last visit to Cusco, the hotel that was more memorable for me was without doubt La Casona Inkaterra.

I was so much looking forward to stay there since I received great comments from my clients.

The first day was pretty much like arriving home!!! The hotel’s door is closed most of the time, they don’t have a front desk, check in is quick and easy and it’s done at the sitting room next to the entry or at your suite but you can find the hotel’s staff anywhere and at any time, ready to help you in anything you need.

The hotel's front door. The door is closed most of the time but if you ring the bell, they open it in a few seconds!

It’s an old mansion that it hasn’t been modified much to become a hotel, you really have the feeling of the old times in Cusco but within a charm environment. There is soft music playing in the common areas that makes you feel relaxed and cozy. I loved spending time reading a book in the living room, I really felt like at home.

A cozy living room

The hotel offers a free tea time available since around 5 PM, it was great having a cup of tea and a muffin after a long and tiring day without having to wait until dinner.

Tea time!

Rooms were perfectly decorated. I would say the style was simple but warm, everything was perfectly placed. It was great to find hot water bottles in the evening.  I was impressed by size of the bathroom and I loved all the available amenities.

Spacious and comfortable rooms

Location couldn’t be better! Next to a great restaurant (Fallen Angel) and a few steps away from the main square.  

This hotel can be included in any of the tours we offer, take a look of our suggested programs, click here! or contact us telling us your preferences and we will prepared a personalized itinerary.

Susana Sanchez

Peru Trip Advisors
Susana@peru-tripadvisors.com
www.peru-tripadvisors.com

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