Why an eSIM is Recommended for Peru
No Free EU Roaming
Unlike European countries, Peru does not benefit from free EU roaming. Your home plan will be expensive: between $2 and $5 per MB depending on your carrier. For a one-week trip with moderate usage (browsing, social media), you can easily spend $50 to $100 on roaming.
Free WiFi vs eSIM
Free WiFi is indeed widespread in Peru (hotels, cafes, shopping malls), but it has risks:
- Security: unsecured public networks, hacking risks
- Reliability: unstable connections, frequent dropouts
- Mobility: impossible to use while traveling (transport, excursions, hikes)
- Remote areas: WiFi non-existent in the Amazon and some mountainous areas
An eSIM offers secure and reliable connectivity everywhere, even in remote areas.
Network Coverage in Peru
Peru has good 4G coverage in cities thanks to four major carriers:
| Carrier |
Coverage |
5G |
Used by |
| Claro Peru |
85% |
Yes |
GoMoWorld, Airalo |
| Movistar |
80% |
Yes |
LinkeSIM, Saily |
| Entel |
75% |
Yes |
Holafly |
| Bitel |
70% |
Yes |
- |
Coverage by destination
- Lima: perfect 4G/5G throughout the capital
- Cusco: good 4G coverage in the city, warning: limited coverage at altitude (Machu Picchu, Sacred Valley)
- Machu Picchu: variable coverage depending on altitude, generally fair in Aguas Calientes village
- Lake Titicaca (Puno): good coverage in the city, variable on the islands
- Arequipa: good 4G coverage in the white city
- Amazon: limited coverage, only in major cities (Iquitos, Puerto Maldonado), non-existent in deep forest
Important: Coverage is limited at altitude (mountainous areas) and in the Amazon. Plan to download your maps and content offline before your excursions.
How to Install Your Peru eSIM
- Purchase your plan (QR code received by email in 2 min)
- Install 24-48h before departure from your WiFi
- Activate upon arrival in Peru (timer starts)
- Keep your home SIM for calls and texts
Compatibility: iPhone XS+, Samsung S20+, Pixel 3+, Xiaomi 12+, OnePlus 8+
Best Peru eSIM 2026
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{
rank: 1,
providerId: "gomoworld",
data: "10 GB",
duration: "30 days",
price: "$6.30",
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promoCode: "ESIMP",
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{
rank: 2,
providerId: "airalo",
data: "5 GB",
duration: "30 days",
price: "$7.65",
highlight: "Global leader + 5G",
promoCode: "ESIMP15",
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{
rank: 3,
providerId: "holafly",
data: "Unlimited",
duration: "15 days",
price: "$47",
highlight: "Unlimited data + hotspot",
},
{
rank: 4,
providerId: "linkesim",
data: "10 GB",
duration: "30 days",
price: "$4.12",
highlight: "Lowest price",
},
{
rank: 5,
providerId: "saily",
data: "3 GB",
duration: "30 days",
price: "$5.69",
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Why these providers?
- GoMoWorld: Claro Peru network (leader), code ESIMP (-10%), best value for money
- Airalo: global leader (8M+ users), Claro Peru network, code ESIMP15 (-15%)
- Holafly: unlimited + hotspot, ideal for heavy users and families
- LinkeSIM: cheapest, perfect for small budgets
- Saily: built-in NordVPN to secure public WiFi connections, code ESIMP
Conclusion
For all travelers to Peru, an eSIM is highly recommended as home roaming costs very expensive ($2 to $5 per MB).
Best choice: GoMoWorld 10 GB at $6.30 with code ESIMP offers the best value for money for a classic stay.
For heavy users: Holafly unlimited eliminates any stress, even for streaming and hotspot.
Small budget: LinkeSIM 10 GB at $4.12 remains very economical.
Warning: Plan to download your maps and content offline before your excursions at altitude or in the Amazon, where coverage may be limited.
Peru eSIM FAQ
