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This mission has an elevation of 11,000 ft. It is the highest and coldest mission in Peru. Elevation sickness may be an issue. You can get elevation sickness pills with a prescription from your doctor to start taking before you get there. Electrolytes like Liquid IV or LMNT are good to have while adjusting as well.
Sunscreen is a must at this elevation.
The weather can change drastically from chilly mornings to warm afternoons and cold evenings. You’ll want to have clothing that can be layered so you can adjust as needed.
You need good shoes! You walk a ton! Shoes can be repaired if they get ruined there.
Summer is rainy season, so waterproof shoes, a good rain jacket and umbrella are important.
You will want to bring a down sleeping bag, as it gets cold in some areas at night, and apartments don't have heat.
There are tropical areas of this mission with lots of bugs. TerraShield from DoTerra (rubbing it on like lotion) has worked for several missionaries. Some have also recommended taking garlic pills or Vitimin B. Or some just use bug spray.
Consider bringing a probiotic as well for any gut issues.
While apartments have filtered water, a filtered water bottle is super handy too. You should always carry clean water.
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Most parents send their Elders with at least 1 suit (most countries in South America only wear suits to church and meetings) and around 8–10 golf pants. Families are sending more shirts because of heat and humidity — 12–14 is the average. Note for Sisters serving in Brazil: feminine hygiene products are expensive there and tampons are often considered taboo. Be prepared to send a good supply with your Sister Missionary.
This is a very comfortable, durable shoe that missionaries serving all over have loved!
Serve shirts have a ventilation panel in the side of the shirt making them noticeably more breathable. Missionaries serving in hot or humid places absolutely RAVE about this feature. The most popular shirt for hot-climate missions, for sure.