Call right away if you notice
- Shortness of breath even at rest
- A persistent cough that will not go away
- Confusion, extreme drowsiness or trouble walking straight
- A severe headache that does not improve with rest
Altitude sickness in Puno and Colca
Puno sits at 3,827 m and Chivay at 3,635 m above sea level. Feeling the altitude in the first days is common; knowing when to get help is what matters.
3,635 m Chivay
3,827 m Puno
Common symptoms
- Headache
- Nausea or loss of appetite
- Unusual tiredness
- Dizziness
For your first days
- Rest on the day you arrive and go up gradually.
- Drink water and avoid alcohol for the first 48 hours.
- Eat light meals and avoid strenuous effort.
- If symptoms get worse, do not go any higher.
General information based on the travel guidance of the US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). It does not replace a medical assessment. See the source
We can help
We assess you at your hotel or at our clinics, and we provide oxygen as assessed by our medical staff.