Comparing the two navigation apps to help you pick the right one for Peru.
| Google Maps | Maps.me | |
|---|---|---|
| Description | Essential for navigating Lima, Cusco, and other cities, with offline map downloads for areas with spotty connectivity. | Detailed offline maps ideal for trekkers, including trails for the Inca Trail, Rainbow Mountain, and Sacred Valley routes. |
| Essential? | Yes | No |
| Pro Tip | Download offline maps for Cusco and the Sacred Valley before leaving your hotel. Connectivity in the highlands is unreliable. | Download the Peru map pack before any multi-day trek. It includes elevation data and trail markings Google Maps lacks. |
| App Store | Download | Download |
| Play Store | Download | Download |
We recommend Google Maps for navigation in Peru. Download offline maps for Cusco and the Sacred Valley before leaving your hotel. Connectivity in the highlands is unreliable.
