Major city · Peru
Camaná
Skip unless you need a quiet beach stop between Arequipa and Nazca: half a day for the beach and a shrimp lunch, or one night if you want to swim.
Camaná is a small coastal town on Peru's Southern Coast, 3–4 hours by bus from Arequipa. It has cold-water beaches, fresh seafood (especially river shrimp) and a few historical sights. Most travellers pass through without stopping; it works as a low-key break if you have time to kill.
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Local time, weather, currency, airports
- Weather
- see forecast
- Currency
- PEN
- Best months
- Dec–Apr (summer, warmest water and beach life)
- avoid May–Nov (cold water, foggy mornings, many places closed)
- Airport
- AQP
- Nights
- 1
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Rules in force · 7Above 2,500 m (Bogotá, Quito, Cusco, La Paz) keep the fir…
- South America ↗Above 2,500 m (Bogotá, Quito, Cusco, La Paz) keep the first day light; sleep lower where you can (Sacred Valley before Cusco) and descend if headache comes with vomiting or confusion.
- South America ↗A yellow fever certificate is required on arrival in French Guiana, and asked for on some routes into Bolivia, Paraguay, Suriname and Guyana, or when arriving from Amazon areas — vaccinate at least 10 days before travel and carry the card.
- South America ↗Overnight buses are the norm in Argentina, Chile and Peru, but pick top-tier companies and keep valuables on your body; on-board thefts from overhead racks are the common loss.
- Peru ↗Check entry rules for your passport with Peru's migration authority (Migraciones) or a Peruvian consulate; keep the entry record you receive, as hotels may ask for it.
- Peru ↗Machu Picchu entry is by timed ticket for a named circuit, with daily caps; in high season tickets sell out weeks or months ahead. Buy tickets only from the official Ministry of Culture seller or a licensed agency.
- Peru ↗The classic Inca Trail needs a permit booked through a licensed operator, often months ahead; the trail closes every February for maintenance.
- Peru ↗Altitude sickness is common above 2,500 m: ascend gradually, rest on day one, and ask a doctor before travel if you have heart or lung conditions.
Entry rules depend on your passport. Full visa guide
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- Walking areas with bag rules
- Day plans checked against opening hours
- Airport-to-bed timings and the last safe connection
- Field-checked times and prices
Emergency numbers for Camaná105 ▾
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EssentialsQuick answers and what things cost
Essentials
Quick answers and what things cost
Quick answers
The questions people ask first about Camaná, one line each. Tap a card for the full answer.
- Cash or card?Currency is the Peruvian sol (PEN, S/).Peru-wide
- SIM or eSIMClaro, Movistar, Entel and Bitel sell prepaid SIMs; register with your passport at official shops.Peru-wide
- Tap waterNot safe from the tap; bottled or filtered.Peru-wide
- TippingRestaurants: About 10% if service is not included.Peru-wide
- Plugs & powerSockets A/C. US/Canada (A/B): fits · UK/Ireland (G): adapter · Australia/NZ (I): adapter. 220 V: US 120 V-only devices (hair dryers) need a converter; most chargers are dual-voltage.Peru-wide
- SafetyCamaná is generally safe, but take usual precautions: don't leave valuables on the beach, and avoid walking alone on deserted stretches after dark.
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- RestroomsPaper in the bin; carry tissue and coins for public toilets.Peru-wide
- Emergency numbers105 police · 116 fire · 106 ambulance (samu) (not 911, 999 or 000)
- Sundays & holidaysMany museums close Mondays; strikes can shut roads and shops.Peru-wide
- Your embassyFind your embassy's 24-hour line before you fly.
- AirportAQP Rodríguez Ballón International Airport (Arequipa) (3–4 h by bus from Arequipa to Camaná).
- Getting aroundWalkable town centre.
Cost cheat-sheet
Typical prices for the everyday things, as ranges. Your currency is shown next to the local price.
- BeerBeer (local bottle)S/5–8
- Taxi, about 5 km (3 mi)Taxi, about 3 mi (5 km)Trici-taxi ride (within town)S/1 or less
- Metro or bus rideBus Arequipa–Camaná, one waycheckS/10–12
- Budget bedHostel dorm bed, a night, per personPEN 25
- Mid-range bedPrivate room (basic hotel), a night, per roomPEN 80
- High-end bedPrivate room (basic hotel), a night, per roomPEN 120
A day, not counting the bed: Budget PEN 50 · Mid PEN 90 · High PEN 160
Local prices, with USD next to them (rates 2026-09 (approximate); change it in the header). Ranges are desk estimates: check locally. Every price and the budget calculator →
DecideWhat it is known for, and when the weather works
Decide
What it is known for, and when the weather works
At a glance
What the city is known for, how you fly in, and where to find the phrases.
- Airports
- AQP Rodríguez Ballón International Airport (Arequipa) (3–4 h by bus from Arequipa to Camaná)
Best months at a glance
From the guide's best and avoid lists
Jan
Best
28°C (82°F)82°F (28°C)
Feb
Best
29°C (84°F)84°F (29°C)
Mar
Best
28°C (82°F)82°F (28°C)
Apr
Best
26°C (79°F)79°F (26°C)
May
Avoid
23°C (73°F)73°F (23°C)
Jun
Avoid
21°C (70°F)70°F (21°C)
Jul
Avoid
20°C (68°F)68°F (20°C)
Aug
Avoid
20°C (68°F)68°F (20°C)
Sep
Avoid
21°C (70°F)70°F (21°C)
Oct
Avoid
22°C (72°F)72°F (22°C)
Nov
Avoid
24°C (75°F)75°F (24°C)
Dec
Best
26°C (79°F)79°F (26°C)
Best: Dec–Apr. Avoid: May–Nov. Month by month →
Warmest Feb (29°C (84°F)84°F (29°C)), coolest Jul (13°C (55°F)55°F (13°C) low), wettest Jan (1 rain days), driest Apr (0). Averages, not a forecast.
Weather and climate
Camaná: next 7 days
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Air quality
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Model estimate (CAMS via Open-Meteo), not a street-level station; readings near busy roads run higher.
Jan
28°C (82°F)82°F (28°C)
19°C (66°F)66°F (19°C)
1 rd
Feb
29°C (84°F)84°F (29°C)
20°C (68°F)68°F (20°C)
1 rd
Mar
28°C (82°F)82°F (28°C)
19°C (66°F)66°F (19°C)
1 rd
Apr
26°C (79°F)79°F (26°C)
17°C (63°F)63°F (17°C)
0 rd
May
23°C (73°F)73°F (23°C)
15°C (59°F)59°F (15°C)
0 rd
Jun
21°C (70°F)70°F (21°C)
14°C (57°F)57°F (14°C)
0 rd
Jul
20°C (68°F)68°F (20°C)
13°C (55°F)55°F (13°C)
0 rd
Aug
20°C (68°F)68°F (20°C)
13°C (55°F)55°F (13°C)
0 rd
Sep
21°C (70°F)70°F (21°C)
14°C (57°F)57°F (14°C)
0 rd
Oct
22°C (72°F)72°F (22°C)
15°C (59°F)59°F (15°C)
0 rd
Nov
24°C (75°F)75°F (24°C)
16°C (61°F)61°F (16°C)
0 rd
Dec
26°C (79°F)79°F (26°C)
18°C (64°F)64°F (18°C)
1 rd
High / low, both scales · rd = rain days
Arrive & moveAirports are listed under At a glance; this is how to move once you are in
Arrive & move
Airports are listed under At a glance; this is how to move once you are in
Getting around
Walkable town centre. Trici-taxis (S/1 or less) and moto-taxis (S/2 or less) for short rides. Taxis S/2–10 depending on distance.
Nearest full guides
Straight-line distance, not travel time
See & doDay-trips, door to door
See & do
Day-trips, door to door
Day-trips
Chira and La Miel beaches
goDoor to door: 30 min
Moto-taxi or colectivo from Camaná, about 15–20 min
Less crowded than the main beach; best in summer.
Arequipa
overnightDoor to door: 3.5–4.5 h
Bus from Camaná, 3–4 h
Too far for a day trip; combine with a longer itinerary.
Eat & sleepWhich area to sleep in
Eat & sleep
Which area to sleep in
Where to sleep
Areas, not hotels: pick the one that fits your arrival time and plans.
Town centre (Plaza de Armas)
Close to restaurants and the cathedral; basic hostels and a few hotels.
La Punta (beach area)
More accommodation and bars, but only lively in summer (Dec–Apr).
PracticalWhat a day costs, what to watch out for, and the pocket card
Practical
What a day costs, what to watch out for, and the pocket card
Cost per day
- Budget
- S/40–70 excl. bed
- Mid
- S/70–120 excl. bed
- High
- S/120+ excl. bed
Trip budget
| Private room (basic hotel)1 × 1 night × PEN 80 | PEN 80 |
| Food, local transport, entries2 × 1 day × PEN 90 | PEN 180 |
| Bus Arequipa–Camaná, one way2 × PEN 12 · check | PEN 24 |
| Shrimp lunch (menu)2 × PEN 20 | PEN 40 |
| Buffer 10%Price creep, a taxi you did not plan, one splurge | PEN 32 |
| Trip total≈ PEN 178 per person per day, bed included | PEN 356 |
2026 estimate in soles; flights excluded. Your choices stay in this browser.
Prices of common things
| Bus Arequipa–Camaná, one waycheck | S/10–12 |
| Trici-taxi ride (within town) | S/1 or less |
| Moto-taxi ride (within town) | S/2 or less |
| Shrimp menu (lunch) | S/15–25 |
| Ceviche portion | S/12–20 |
| Beer (local bottle) | S/5–8 |
2026 estimate; check locally.
Watch out
Safety
- Water is cold year-round; not a swimming destination outside summer.
- Ceviche can upset unaccustomed stomachs; eat it at a busy place.
- Most nightlife and beach services shut down outside Dec–Apr.
- Incan cemetery bones are exposed in the sand; treat the site with respect.
Emergency numbers
- Police
- 105
- Fire
- 116
- Ambulance (SAMU)
- 106
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CamanáCamaná
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My bed tonight
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A esta dirección, por favorTo this address, please
Emergency
- Police105
- Fire116
- Ambulance (SAMU)106
Embassy
My embassy: —
Fare anchors (2026 estimate)
- Bus Arequipa → Camaná: about S/10–12, 3–4 h (check)
- Trici-taxi within town: S/1 or less
- Moto-taxi within town: S/2 or less
Say or show
- Buenos días — Hello / Good morning (BWEH-nohs DEE-ahs)
- Gracias — Thank you (GRAH-see-ahs)
- ¿Cuánto cuesta? — How much does it cost? (KWAHN-toh KWES-tah)
- ¿Dónde está la playa? — Where is the beach? (DOHN-deh es-TAH lah PLAH-yah)
- Quisiera camarones, por favor — I would like shrimp, please (kee-SYEH-rah kah-mah-ROH-nes por fah-VOR)
Spanish is the main language; Quechua is also spoken. English is rare outside tourist businesses.
Deep diveWhat this guide covers so far, and its sources
Deep dive
What this guide covers so far, and its sources
Not a trip line yet
This is a basic guide: no airport-to-bed contract, walking clusters or day plans are published for Camaná. Airport, fare and schedule details are unverified; check the operators before you fly.
What we know, and what is coming
On this page
- Best months: Dec–Apr (summer, warmest water and beach life) · avoid May–Nov (cold water, foggy mornings, many places closed) · month by month →
- 1 airport and 2 areas to sleep in
- Weather: a 7-day forecast and monthly averages
- Cost per day in 3 bands
- 2 day-trips, door to door
- 4 things to watch out for, with emergency numbers
Coming as the guide grows
- An airport-to-bed path that says whether a late landing still works
- Walking clusters with bag rules
- Day plans checked against opening hours
- Field-verified times and fares
Sources
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