Telstra roaming in Peru: what it costs, and when an eSIM is cheaper
With Telstra, data in Peru costs A$10.00/day (International Roaming Day Pass - Zone 2), so A$70.00 for 7 days and 6 GB. An eSIM covering 7 days and 6 GB costs from €18.99 (Orange Travel).
The best eSIMs in Peru for a week
For 7 days and 6 GB
- 1Best unlimited
GigSky
Unlimited · 7 days
$33.99$4.86 per day- 3.5 GB a day at full speed, then 500 kbps
- Network: Claro
- Hotspot allowed
- 2Cheapest
Orange Travel
20 GB · 14 days
€18.99€0.95 per GB- Lowest total price for 7 days
- Networks: Bitel, Claro, Entel, and Movistar
- Hotspot allowed
- 3Best price per GB
Ubigi
25 GB · 30 days
$42.00$1.68 per GB- Lowest price per GB for this trip
- Network: Movistar
- Hotspot allowed
Three steps, three questions: the best unlimited plan, the cheapest and the best price per GB, from three different providers. How we pick the podium · Affiliate links
Telstra or an eSIM in Peru: our verdict
Depending on your plan and trip length, at the prices read on October 22, 2026.
Your Telstra plan
Not included
No plan on Telstra’s rate sheet includes Peru: data there costs extra.
With Telstra
A$10.00/day
International Roaming Day Pass - Zone 2. For 7 days and 6 GB, expect A$70.00.
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Data in Peru with Telstra: our analysis
What Telstra’s rate sheet and eSIM prices show, as checked on October 22, 2026.
The right pass for your trip length
- 3 days3 × International Roaming Day Pass - Zone 2A$30.00
- 1 week7 × International Roaming Day Pass - Zone 2A$70.00
- 2 weeks14 × International Roaming Day Pass - Zone 2A$140.00
- 1 month30 × International Roaming Day Pass - Zone 2A$300.00
Against the cheapest eSIM
Telstra charges in AUD and the cheapest eSIM is sold in EUR: we convert nothing. For a week, expect A$70.00 with Telstra and €18.99 with the eSIM (Orange Travel).
eSIMs in Peru at a glance
- In Peru, we compare plans from 8 eSIM providers: Airalo, GigSky, GoMoWorld, Jetpac, Nomad, Orange Travel, Ubigi, and Yesim.
- The cheapest unlimited plan for a week is from GigSky: $33.99 (Unlimited · 7 days).
Telstra applies the same rate in 20 other destinations we track, including Canada, China, Egypt, France, and Greece.
Plan by plan
What applies in Peru depending on your Telstra plan.
What Telstra’s official rate sheet sets out in Peru, offer by offer. No plan includes it: each offer below is charged on top of your subscription.
| Plan or offer | Data in Peru | Good to know |
|---|---|---|
| International Roaming Day Pass - Zone 2 | A$10.00/day | 2GB per day plus unlimited standard calls and SMS; Data Top-Up 2GB for AUD 10 (valid 31 days). Upfront plans: 24 hours from first use; other plans: until 11:59pm AEST. |
What your trip costs
With the Telstra roaming rate, against today’s cheapest eSIM, for everyday use.
| Trip | With Telstra | Cheapest eSIM | The offer |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3 days · 3 GB | A$30.00 3 × International Roaming Day Pass - Zone 2 | $10.00 Airalo | See the plan |
| 7 days · 6 GB | A$70.00 7 × International Roaming Day Pass - Zone 2 | €18.99 Orange Travel | See the plan |
| 14 days · 12 GB | A$140.00 14 × International Roaming Day Pass - Zone 2 | €18.99 Orange Travel | See the plan |
| 30 days · 24 GB | A$300.00 30 × International Roaming Day Pass - Zone 2 | $42.00 Ubigi | See the plan |
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Peru with other Australian carriers
The same trip with the other Australian carriers we track, from their official rate sheets.
None of the 3 Australian carriers we track includes Peru in a plan.
| Carrier | Included with | A week (6 GB) |
|---|---|---|
 Optus | — | A$35.00 7 × Optus Daily Roaming |
 Vodafone Australia | — | A$35.00 7 × $5 Roaming |
Turn off Telstra roaming and use an eSIM
Four settings, before you leave or on the plane.
- 1
Install the eSIM at home
Buy it and scan its QR code before you leave: with most providers, the plan only starts when you first connect at your destination.
- 2
Keep Telstra for calls
In your settings, keep your Telstra line for calls and texts, and pick the eSIM for mobile data.
- 3
Turn off Telstra roaming
On iPhone: Settings › Cellular › your Telstra line › Data Roaming. On Android: Settings › Mobile networks › Roaming.
- 4
Keep eSIM roaming on
A travel eSIM uses the local networks: its data roaming must stay on.
Telstra roaming in Peru: your questions
Answered from the Telstra price guide and today’s prices.
Is data in Peru included in my Telstra plan?
No, not with the standard Telstra plan: A$10.00/day (International Roaming Day Pass - Zone 2).
How much does data cost in Peru with Telstra?
A$10.00/day (International Roaming Day Pass - Zone 2), so A$70.00 for 7 days and 6 GB. An eSIM covering the same week costs from €18.99 (Orange Travel), checked on October 22, 2026.
Which Telstra pass should I get for Peru?
The best Telstra option depends on how long you stay: for 3 days, 3 × International Roaming Day Pass - Zone 2 (A$30.00); for a week, 7 × International Roaming Day Pass - Zone 2 (A$70.00); for two weeks, 14 × International Roaming Day Pass - Zone 2 (A$140.00); for a month, 30 × International Roaming Day Pass - Zone 2 (A$300.00).
Telstra or an eSIM in Peru: which is cheaper?
Telstra charges in AUD and the cheapest eSIM is sold in EUR: we convert nothing. For a week, expect A$70.00 with Telstra and €18.99 with the eSIM (Orange Travel).
Which Australian carriers include Peru?
None of the 3 Australian carriers we track includes Peru in a plan.
Which network does an eSIM use in Peru?
The cheapest one-week eSIM (Orange Travel) uses Bitel, Claro, Entel, and Movistar.
How do I avoid roaming charges in Peru?
Use a travel eSIM for data and turn off data roaming on your Telstra line. You keep your number for calls and texts.
Can I keep my Telstra number with an eSIM?
Yes, on an eSIM-compatible phone: your Telstra line stays on for calls and texts while the eSIM carries the data.
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