Does ATT wireless card for computers get good reception in Peru? Places Like Lima, Cusco, Machu Peachu, ETC?

Question

I will be venturing to Peru next summer and NEED internet, i have an apple and was thinking about buying an HP so that i could use wireless card if it will work in peru....does anyone know?

Answer 1

It is unlikely that an ATT card will work in Peru for internet connection, as it is a 3G service. Let me explain. Cellphone service in Peru is given by Nextel, Telefonica del EPru (subsidiary of the Spanish Telephone Co.) and Claro (subsidiary of Telmex). On telephone services, there are reciprocity agreements between companies that will allow roaming. However, internet service is a different matter as it is an added service. Thus, although your ATT card might pick up the signal, you will have to contract the service with one of the local operators (Claro and Telefonica have the service).

Your best bet is to have a computer with WiFi card and log in through telefonica hotspots. They sell prepaid hotspot card at the airport in Lima.