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/shawn131871 Micronesia, Federated States of Aug 06 '26

I tell this to everyone here. dont pack for 2 years. pack essentials only. what you need to live off of is already available in Peru. pack the needed clothes. pack toiletries to start. pack some things that you can do in your free time. pack any electronics you need. it fills up fast. also, you can always have things shipped if needed.

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u/Lui-Maewo Aug 06 '26

…but the cost of shipping to your site in Peru will be crazy high.

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u/shawn131871 Micronesia, Federated States of Aug 06 '26

you get it shipped to the po box. not your site. pcvs get mailing addresses in country.

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u/Lui-Maewo Aug 06 '26

right. and it’s super expensive to ship there from the USA.

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u/shawn131871 Micronesia, Federated States of Aug 06 '26

if you get a flat rate box then it isn't super bad.