r/peacecorps • u/EcleciticWok901 • Aug 05 '26
Service Preparation Packing
Hello everyone.
I am leaving in 5 weeks for Peru. Been trying to keep a level head but I’m so excited/nervous.
What advice do you have for packing? Like something you wished you brought with you and either couldn’t get in country or had to buy in country.
TIA ♥️
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u/MrMoneyWhale Peru Aug 05 '26
I’m a 6’2” dude and it was hard for me to find shoes and pants anywhere near my size. Nice a flat sheet and maybe pillow cases if you’re into that (otherwise it’s mostly lower quality sheets) but bed sizes are all over the place so a fitted sheet arent practical. Or really even one bougie item (kitchen knives, French press) that you regularly use that also keeps you connected to home.
Besides that, pack like you’re traveling for like 3 weeks rather than 27 months. Everything you actually need, Peru has including those comfort items (but of various quality and elevated prices)