Arequipa eSIM
Which eSIM should I buy for Arequipa?
Choose the AloOui Peru eSIM. It starts at $7.11 for 1GB over 7 days and runs on Entel Peru and Claro (up to 5G) and Movistar Peru (up to 4G). Install it before you fly and you're online the moment you land at Rodríguez Ballón International Airport (AQP). The same eSIM covers Peru, so the Colca Canyon, Cusco and Lima are included.
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Arequipa eSIM prices
| Plan | Data | Price (USD) | Best for |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fixed 1GB / 7 days | 1GB total | $7.11 | A short city stop |
| Fixed 5GB / 30 days | 5GB total | $20.64 | Maps, tours and bookings for a week |
| Unlimited Essential / 3 days | 1GB/day high-speed, then up to 1.25 Mbps | $21.50 | A packed few days including Colca |
| Unlimited Essential / 7 days | 1GB/day high-speed, then up to 1.25 Mbps | $43.99 | Everyday use without counting data |
| Unlimited Plus / 7 days | 2GB/day high-speed, then up to 2 Mbps | $87.98 | Heavy daily use and video |
Prices may change. Always check the product page for the latest prices before purchasing.
Arriving in Arequipa
Rodríguez Ballón Airport (AQP) is around 20 to 30 minutes from the centre by taxi. Long-distance buses also connect Arequipa with Lima, Cusco and Puno.
Data tip: turn on AloOui as you land and use a ride app or an official airport taxi, with your hotel address ready on your phone.
The White City
Arequipa is known as the White City for its buildings of pale volcanic sillar stone. The historic centre is a UNESCO World Heritage site, with the cathedral filling one side of the Plaza de Armas and the snow-capped El Misti volcano behind.
Data tip: the city sits at around 2,300 metres, so take it easy on your first day and keep water handy.
Where you'll use your data in Arequipa
- Santa Catalina Monastery: a walled "city within a city" of colourful cloisters and lanes
- Museo Santuarios Andinos: home of Juanita, the Inca ice maiden found on Mount Ampato
- Yanahuara viewpoint: white arches framing El Misti
- San Camilo Market: fruit juices, cheese and local food
Colca Canyon and the condors
The Colca Canyon is one of the deepest canyons in the world. Most visitors join a one- or two-day tour to the Cruz del Cóndor viewpoint to watch Andean condors in the morning, stopping at hot springs and high mountain passes on the way.
Data tip: coverage is limited in the canyon and on the high passes, so download offline maps and confirm your pickup time before you leave.
More of Peru
Fly or take the bus to Cusco for Machu Picchu, or head to Lima on the coast. Your Peru eSIM works across the country.
Set up in 2 minutes
Install the emailed QR code over Wi-Fi before you fly, then turn on AloOui and data roaming when you land. Your plan starts when you connect in Peru, not when you install. It covers Peru, from Lima to Cusco and Arequipa. Contact our support team through the AloOui Help Center.
Arequipa eSIM FAQs
Does my eSIM work as soon as I land in Arequipa?
Yes. Turn it on when you land and you connect to Entel, Claro or Movistar Peru straight away.
Will it work in the Colca Canyon?
In the main villages, yes. Coverage is limited in the deeper canyon and on the high passes, so download offline maps first.
Which plan is best for Arequipa and Colca?
Unlimited Essential for 3 days ($21.50) covers maps and bookings. Choose 7 days ($43.99) if you're continuing around Peru.
Which networks does it use in Peru?
Entel Peru and Claro with up to 5G, and Movistar Peru with up to 4G, where available.
Does it include a Peruvian phone number?
No. Your eSIM is data-only, so you call and message through WhatsApp, FaceTime and other apps.
Ready for Arequipa?
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