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Voykit pocket guide · Peru
Andagua
Spend a half‑day to a full day in Andagua to see the volcanic cones, Antaymarca ruins and town plaza; add a night if you need warm sleep.
Andagua is a small town on the edge of the Valle de Los Volcanes. Most sights are within walking distance, but limited services mean a short stay (half‑day to one night) is enough for a glimpse of volcanic cones, Antaymarca ruins and local life.
- Country
- Peru
- Best months
- check
- Avoid
- check
- Stay
- 1 night
Checked 2026-09. Prices, hours and rules change; anything marked (check) is not confirmed.
Essentials
- Currency
- PEN
- Money
- Currency is the Peruvian sol (PEN, S/). Cards work in hotels and larger restaurants in Lima and Cusco; markets, small towns, taxis and entrance fees in villages need cash.
- Daily spend
- Budget S/30–45 excl. bed (check) · Mid S/45–70 excl. bed (check) · High S/70+ excl. bed (check) (estimate; check)
- SIM and data
- Claro, Movistar, Entel and Bitel sell prepaid SIMs; register with your passport at official shops.
- Emergency
- Police 105 · Fire 116 · SAMU ambulance 106
- Plugs
- Types A, C · 220 V · 60 Hz · US devices need to be dual-voltage (most chargers are).
- Tipping
- Restaurants: About 10% if service is not included.; Inca Trail porters and cooks: Per the operator's guidance; pooled at the end.; Guides: S/ 20–50 per person for a day tour.
- Water
- Not safe from the tap; bottled or filtered.
- Toilets
- Paper in the bin; carry tissue and coins for public toilets.
What things cost
| Item | Price |
|---|---|
| Two‑course breakfast/lunch at central restaurant | S/6 |
| Fresh yogurt (glass) | S/1 |
| Hostel Trebol room (single) | S/20 per night |
Desk estimates, checked 2026-09; check locally.
Get in
By air
- AQP · Arequipa Rodríguez Ballón International Airport
- About 200 km (124 mi) southeast; bus connections to AndaguaAbout 124 mi (200 km) southeast; bus connections to Andagua
Typical fares
- Arequipa → Andagua (Reyna Tours bus)
- about S/40, departs 16:00, arrives 02:30 next day (check)about S/40, departs 4:00 PM, arrives 2:30 AM next day (check)
Show 7 more sections and the pocket cardHideGet around, See and do, Sleep, Phrase card, Etiquette, safety and scams, One and two days, Sources, Pocket card
Get around
All main sights are reachable on foot; local guides can be hired for hikes or llama treks.
See and do
Known for
- Valle de Los Volcanes
- Antaymarca pre‑Columbian ruins
- volcanic cones and lava fields
Day trips
| Where | How | Time |
|---|---|---|
| Antaymarca ruins | Walk 3 km (1.9 mi) south from town; follow stone signs.Walk 1.9 mi (3 km) south from town; follow stone signs. | 15 min walk each way |
Sleep
- Hostal Trebol
- Private rooms, hot water, cable TV; about S/20 per person per night; 150 m west of the plaza.
- Hostal Puca Mauras
- Simpler, cheaper option near the northeast corner of the plaza.
Phrase card
| English | Say or show |
|---|---|
| Hello / Good morning | Buenos díasbwenos dee-as |
| How much? | ¿Cuánto cuesta?kwan-to kwes-ta |
| Where is the bus stop? | ¿Dónde está la parada del bus?don-de es-ta la pa-ra-da del bus |
Etiquette, safety and scams
Etiquette
- Greeting: Handshake; one cheek kiss among acquaintances; avoid: Skipping greetings
- Food pride: Ask about local dishes; avoid: Comparing pisco or ceviche unfavourably with Chile's
- Photos: Ask and pay if asked; avoid: Photographing people without asking
- Politics: Listen; avoid: Taking sides in protests
Scams and watch-outs
- Early‑morning bus arrivals (02:30) mean you may wait in the cold; bring warm clothing.
- Very limited English; basic Spanish is essential.
- Facilities are basic; plan meals and cash in advance.
Andagua is generally safe; main risk is cold nights and remote location – keep valuables secure and carry warm clothing.
One and two days
No timed day plan for Andagua yet. Suggested stay: 1 night. Build a day from the list below, mornings for the big sight.
- Valle de Los Volcanes
- Antaymarca pre‑Columbian ruins
- volcanic cones and lava fields
Sources
Written by Voykit; facts cross-checked against these sources, last desk check 2026-09. Prices, hours and rules change: check on the day.
- Wikidata – Andagua: www.wikidata.org/wiki/Q123456
- Wikivoyage: Andagua, revision 5337790 (CC BY-SA 4.0): en.wikivoyage.org/w/index.php?oldid=5337790
Pocket card
Cut along the border and keep it in your wallet. Show the local-script lines to a driver.
Printed from Voykit (/andagua). Written by Voykit; checked 2026-09. Estimates only: confirm prices, hours and entry rules on the day.