Gocta, Peru: What to pack, what to wear, and when to go [2022]
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Traveling to Gocta, Peru? If you're planning to go to Gocta, we have some important information about when to go, what to wear, and what to pack.
Contents
- When to go to Gocta
- Important essentials for Gocta
- Activities for Gocta
- Gocta in January: weather and what to pack
- Gocta in February: weather and what to pack
- Gocta in March: weather and what to pack
- Gocta in April: weather and what to pack
- Gocta in May: weather and what to pack
- Gocta in June: weather and what to pack
- Gocta in July: weather and what to pack
- Gocta in August: weather and what to pack
- Gocta in September: weather and what to pack
- Gocta in October: weather and what to pack
- Gocta in November: weather and what to pack
- Gocta in December: weather and what to pack
About your travel guide
Hi! I'm Dev. I've traveled all over the world and in my travels, I have made many packing lists. In this series, my team and I have compiled the most useful information, as well as things we couldn't live without, to help you plan your trip.
When to go to Gocta, Peru
Based on the climate and weather in Gocta, the best time to go is July. See below for details.
Important essentials for Gocta, Peru
Here are some general tips on what to wear in Gocta, as well as several items to remember to pack when traveling there.
IMPORTANT COVID-19 ESSENTIALS
Hand sanitizer
This hand sanitizer is an excellent TSA-friendly choice.
A vaccine card protector
Vaccine cards can get worn. An unreadable vaccination card may result in severe consequences. This vaccine card protector helps avoid that.
Kids' KN95 masks
N95 masks don't exist for kids. These are a good alternative (and can also be used by adults if N95 masks are not available).
Travel disinfecting wipes
Use these to sanitize plane and hotel surfaces.
N95 masks
These N95 masks provide the best level of protection you can have.
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Proof of COVID-19 vaccination/negative test
Touchless thermometer
A touchless thermometer is important to have.
Other health necessities
Gocta is at a somewhat high altitude, and could cause problems for some. For that reason, you will want to be constantly hydrated and pack altitude sickness remedies.
Over-the-counter medicine
Supplements
Ginko biloba or other supplements (ask your doctor before using)
Emergency water purifier
Some areas may have potentially unsafe tap water, so it's useful to bring an emergency water purifier like this one.
Travel first aid kit
This one is a excellent kit.
Emergency rapid COVID-19 test
U.S. residents can get them free here. Otherwise, you can buy them here.
Emergency motion sickness relief
Don't forget these
Power bank for devices
A portable power bank, like this one
Plug adapter
A plug adapter that supports outlet types A and C. This one should be sufficient for most places, but you should check with your hotel.
Photography accessories
- cell phone photography gimbal
- camera drone for outdoor shots
- extra batteries
- extra memory cards
Airplane or car necessities
Voice and data SIM card
A SIM card that works in Gocta. A good global SIM card works in most countries, but check the country list before buying. In some more rural areas you may need a satellite phone. We recommend this satellite phone.
Money/passport pouch
A money pouch is vital for protecting your passport and credit cards.
For families with young children
Activities for Gocta, Peru
Here are some activity recommendations and activity-specific packing tips for Gocta.
Kuelap Fortress
Gocta Waterfalls (Catarata de Gocta)
What to wear/what to pack for Gocta, Peru by month
Already know when you're traveling?
January
If you go to Gocta in January, you will notice that it is balmy. Average temperatures (including nighttime) are in the high 50s F (mid 10s C).
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February
February is mild. Temperatures average in the high 50s F (mid 10s C), with daytime temperatures significantly higher.
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March
March is mild. Temperatures average in the high 50s F (mid 10s C), with daytime temperatures significantly higher.
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April
If you go to Gocta in April, you will notice that it is balmy. Average temperatures (including nighttime) are in the high 50s F (mid 10s C).
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May
If you go to Gocta in May, you will notice that it is balmy. Average temperatures (including nighttime) are in the high 50s F (mid 10s C).
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June
If you go to Gocta in June, you will notice that it is relatively cool. Average temperatures (including nighttime) are in the high 50s F (mid 10s C).
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July
July in this region is crisp. Temperatures average in the high 50s F (mid 10s C), with daytime temperatures significantly higher.
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August
August here is relatively cool. Temperatures average in the high 50s F (mid 10s C), with daytime temperatures significantly higher.
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September
September is mild. Temperatures average in the high 50s F (mid 10s C), with daytime temperatures significantly higher.
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October
If you go to Gocta in October, you will notice that it is mild. Average temperatures (including nighttime) are in the high 50s F (mid 10s C).
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November
November here is balmy. Temperatures average in the high 50s F (mid 10s C), with daytime temperatures significantly higher.
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