Tipping in Peru

Tipping is appreciated in Peru, especially at restaurants and for tour guides. Not as strict as US norms.

Tipping mandatory

Leave 10% at sit-down restaurants. Not expected at market stalls.

10%

Round up the fare; not expected but appreciated.

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Small tip for housekeeping at mid-range and luxury hotels.

5-10 PEN/night

Per person for day tours; more for multi-day treks.

20-50 PEN

Leave small change at bars.

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General Tipping Guidelines

When visiting Peru, tipping customs may differ from what you're used to. Here are some general guidelines to follow:

✓Check if a service charge is already included on your bill before tipping extra.
✓When in doubt, observe what locals do or ask your hotel concierge for advice.
✓Keep small bills and coins in the local currency handy for tipping situations.
✓For exceptional service, a small tip is almost universally appreciated even in non-tipping cultures.
✓Tip in local currency whenever possible — foreign coins and small bills are hard for staff to exchange.