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This mission has a lot of hills and dirt roads, so really good shoes, are important. Dr. Martens are durable, but not super comfy for the amount of walking required, so if you go with those, get an insole for them. Purchase about 3 pair of shoes that get rotated every day.
Every apartment has purified water, where you can fill up a water bottle, but bringing a filtered water bottle isn't a terrible idea.
It doesn't get too cold, so a few sweaters and a jacket will do. They do sell Peruvian ponchos there as well.
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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.