Tipping in Peru
Bottom line
Modest tipping is expected — usually 5-15% depending on service quality.
Tipping at a glance
Restaurants (sit-down)
10%
Service charge sometimes added.
Taxis / rideshare
Round up
Hotel housekeeping
5-10 soles/day
Hotel porter / bag handler
5 soles/bag
Bars & cafés
10%
Cultural context
Tour guides and porters (especially on the Inca Trail) get tipped well. 10% at restaurants is standard.