nous sommes un petit groupe de 4-5 personnes qui partons du 20 avril au 5 mai pour Iquitos afin de découvrir l'amazonie.
Mais nous ne voulons pas de lodge ou hôtel, circuit touristique ou autres. Nous aimerions trouver un guide pour nous emmener bivouaquer une dizaine de jours dans la forêt à la découverte des animaux et des plantes. Avez vous des contacts sérieux ou retour d'expériences à ce sujet ?
Merci de votre aide
PS : nous pouvons emmener aussi produit ou médicament pour aider la population locale si cela peut s'avérer utile
les agences d'Iquitos ont tous leurs lodges plus ou moins rustiques et proposent a peu pres la même chose Les autres agences generalistes, sont en cheville avec des agences du coin et toutes les demandes sont diluées.........Mais le prix, lui est fort.....😏
Si tu veux un guide et partir a l'aventure, tu te pointes a la reserve de Pacaya Samiria par l'entrée de Lagunas et là tu trouveras des guides qui pourront t'emmener où tu veux et comme tu veux. Je ne sais pas si tu dormiras sur un voile plastique au dessus de ta moustiquaire ou bien dans des cases plus civilisées, mais de toutes les manières , ce ne sera pas en lodge avec eau chaude......
par bateau..
A partir de Iquitos , 2 solutions: par route jusqu'a Nauta et bateau sur le maranon ou bien en bateau a partir de Iquitos voyage= 3 à 4 jours en bateau, on remonte le courant.... ( couchage dans hamac sur le pont ou bien cabine moins couleur locale......
Tu peux y aller aussi avant d'aller a Iquitos en bateau a partir de tarapoto et Yurimagas.
Là tu descends avaec le courant . Le trajet dois être environ 2 jours jusqu'a Lagunas toujours dans les mêmes conditions......😏
Zut, on voulait prendre l'avion jusqu'à iquitos pour gagner du temps. Mais sil faut 3-4 jours de navigation encore, on ne va pas y arriver. Nous disposons de 13 jours entre l'arrivée et le départ.
Penses tu qu'il serait préférable d’atterrir sur un autre aéroport pour atteindre Lagunas ?
tu as un aeroport à tarapoto desservi par Star peru a partir de Lima
tu sais les voyages en bateau sont une bonne mise en bouche de l'amazonie.
tu as même droit aux moustiques aux arrets......😉
tu pars en avril, il est preferable de descendre dans le fil du courant car en genereal apres la saison des pluies, les rios et l'amazone apres sont hauts ou en debordement. le sens contraire demande du temps en plus
cela ne t'empechera pas de voir les paysages, la largeur des rios est encore raisonnable
Bonjour,
Pour gagner du temps, fais le suivant:
Vol Lima-Tarapoto puis combi/auto pour Yurimaguas (2h-2h30).
De Yurimaguas, plusieurs options:
- Tu prends une des nombreuses barges qui partent de Yurimaguas pour Lagunas ou Iquitos: environ 12h de trajet. L'entreprise la plus courue est Eduardo. Ils partent entre 12h et 15h de Yurimaguas quasiment tous les jours. Mais, tu as d'autres entreprises qui partent en matinée (vers 8-9h) et qui arrivent en début de soirée à Lagunas.
- Tu prends un bateau rapide de Yurimaguas à Lagunas, environ 4h de trajet. Les bateaux rapides étaient présents l'année dernière. Je pense qu'il y en aura encore pour 2013 mais à vérifier.
Une fois à Lagunas, pas de problème pour te rendre dans Pacaya Samiria avec un guide solo ou une agence. Les prix des excursions sont plus avantageux qu'au départ d'Iquitos.
A+
Lorsque je suis parti dans la forêt via Yurimaguas, nous avions pris un taxi collectif de Tarapoto jusque Yurimaguas où nous avions rencontré Miguel de l'agence Huayruro Tour Lagunas. Il nous avait organisé tout notre séjour et nous avait accompagné.
De Yurimaguas nous avions fait le trajet en "lancha" vers Lagunas. De là, nous étions rentré dans la réserve avec nos 3 guides pendant 4 jours. Super expérience authentique et proche de la population.
Au retour, nous étions revenu avec un bateau rapide de Lagunas à Yurimaguas.
Comparé avec Iquitos, Lagunas est beaucoup plus authentique vu le peu de touristes dans cette partie de la région.
J'ai cru comprendre que l'amazonie vers Yurimaguas était moins impressionate que vers Puerto Maldonado? Peut etre moins touristique et moins cher mais il y a moins de chose a voir au niveau de la nature?
Bon, je suis à un mois du départ pour le Pérou et les choses se précisent.
Je vais suivre les conseils de Los Ninos pour le trajet et je ferai suivre des photos dès mon retour.
D'ailleurs si tu n'es pas loin de Lyon Los Ninos, ce sera avec plaisir que je je t'invite à prendre un verre pour discuter de ce voyage et m'aider à le finaliser :-)
Quelqu'un connaitrait la température en avril/mai dans la forêt notamment la nuit ?
Merci à tous pour vos informations qui m'ont été très utiles !!
Lorsque je suis parti dans la forêt via Yurimaguas, nous avions pris un taxi collectif de Tarapoto jusque Yurimaguas où nous avions rencontré Miguel de l'agence Huayruro Tour Lagunas. Il nous avait organisé tout notre séjour et nous avait accompagné.
De Yurimaguas nous avions fait le trajet en "lancha" vers Lagunas. De là, nous étions rentré dans la réserve avec nos 3 guides pendant 4 jours. Super expérience authentique et proche de la population.
Au retour, nous étions revenu avec un bateau rapide de Lagunas à Yurimaguas.
Comparé avec Iquitos, Lagunas est beaucoup plus authentique vu le peu de touristes dans cette partie de la région.
bàt
Merci à toi,
Miguel parle t il le français ? et as tu gardé ses coordonnées ?
Aurais tu un contact comme guide à Lagunas ? (Nous ne parlons pas espagnol)
À 4 personnes et pour énergie dizaine de jours dans la réserve, j'ai du mal à évaluer le budget. Aurais tu des infos ?
Merci d'avance
J-30
Mon retour d'expérience pour aider les prochains comme on m'a aidé. Merci à tous pour les informations.
Nous sommes partis 10 jours avec l'agence de Miguel (peruselva.com)dans la réserve. 10 jours extraordinaires accompagnés de guides phénoménaux à qui rien n'échappe. Nous avons hâte de pouvoir y retourner. Miguel est d'un sérieux et d'une gentillesse irréprochable. Il a fait tout ce qu'il fallait pour rendre notre séjour au plus près de nos envies, voir même au-delà. Nous ans été pris dans une grève générale au retour, heureusement Miguel s'est démené pour nous sortir du pétrin alors que cela n'était pas son problème).
Je ne peux que recommander très chaudement cette agence les yeux fermés. Il sont un belge qui s'occupe de faire le contact avec Miguel. Du coup la préparation peut se faire en français. Les guides ne parlent qu'espagnole, ce sont des natifs du coin. Avec un dictionnaire et de la bonne volonté, cela se déroule très bien. Ils ont l'habitude d'avoir des touristes ne maitrisant pas la langue.
Pour les détails :
Tarapoto/Yurimaguas, 2 heures en collectivos à travers la montagne, 25 soles/pers
Yurimaguas/Lagunas, 12 heures en bateau lent avec un départ le matin vers 8h30 pour 30 soles/pers. Le retour se fait de nuit avec un départ vers 17h. possibilité de prendre un bateau rapide pour 150 soles/pers faisant la navette en 4 heures.
Une course en moto taxi coute environ 2-3 soles dans la ville (sauf au départ de l'aéroprt, prévoir 5 soles).
L'excursion par l'agence coûte 150 soles/j/pers tout compris à négocier en fonction du nbre de pers et de jours.
Je pars comme vous à la selva en juillet, et je vous remercie de partager vos infos, en lisant votre post j'ai déjà envie d'y être! C'est d'autant plus intéressant que votre voyage est récent et donc les infos d'actualité. J'aurais quelques questions à vous poser: qu'en est-il d'Iquitos? Y êtes-vous allés finalement, ou êtes vous passés par une autre ville pour rejoindre la réserve, et si oui qu'en avez-vous pensé? Vous parler de l'agence Pérou Selva, elle paraît très intéressante, dans quelles conditions y avaient vous séjourné? Étiez vous avec des touristes ou avez vous pû réellement échanger avec les populations locales? De plus, je partirai seule (à priori) pour la première fois et suis assez jeune. Pensez-vous que ce voyage comporte des risques et mieux vaudrait que je sois accompagnée?
En vous remerciant,
Nathalie
Où, rimant au milieu des ombres fantastiques,
Comme des lyres, je tirais les élastiques
De mes souliers blessés, un pied près de mon coeur!
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IMPORTANT NOTICE for those planning to take a bus to another city, state, or destination from Salvador!
Starting January 20, 2026, the intercity bus station Rodoviária is changing its address!
The Rodoviária is leaving the Iguatemi area and will now be located in ÁGUAS CLARAS (about twenty kilometers from downtown Salvador).
A brand-new station (the most modern in Brazil) has just been set up there, accessible by car/taxi/Uber/metro.
Allow for much more transfer time (especially during rush hours), so leave early if you're heading to Chapada Diamantina or other Brazilian cities by bus.
Remember, there are also private transfers (even French-speaking ones) that can take you directly from your hotel in Salvador to your hotel in Chapada. Sure, it’ll be more expensive, but you’ll save on transfer time and comfort.
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Hello,
We’re thinking of spending 1 month in Chile, maybe doing a loop?
From 12/23 to 01/22.
What are the must-see sights, given we’re more interested in the country’s cultural side than the beaches?
Thanks
Hi there,
I’m planning a trip with my partner (no kids this time—thanks, Grandma!) for two weeks to celebrate her 40th birthday. I’ve been thinking about Chile. We’re looking at leaving around September 18, 2027, starting in the south and returning in early April.
Here’s what I had in mind:
8 nights in a van in the Lake District and the start of the Carretera Austral (up to the Chaitén area). We’re set to arrive in Puerto Montt around 2:00 PM. We don’t want to go too far south since we’re planning to explore the heart of Patagonia (Chile and Argentina) with the kids when they’re older. The idea is to spend 3 nights discovering the lakes (up to Cochamó) and 3 nights in Pumalín Park. I’ve also added two transition nights.
7 nights in the Atacama to experience another side of Chile (San Pedro), taking a domestic flight from Puerto Montt to Calama in the early afternoon. We’ll depart for France in the early evening from Santiago.
My partner and I are planning our 3-week trip to Ecuador for the summer of 2027. Yes, we’re getting a head start—we’re planning to visit the Galapagos Islands and want to make the most of our budget.
While researching online, I keep coming across ToutEquateur. Has anyone here used them before?
I’ve seen some interesting prices, especially for Amazon stays and Galapagos cruises, but I’m wondering if it’s worth booking through them or if I could get better deals by contacting lodges or boats directly (though I don’t speak much Spanish).
If you have any firsthand experiences to share, I’d love to hear them.
Hi everyone,
We're planning a trip to southern Chile in November. Here's our tentative itinerary:
Day 1: Arrival in Santiago, then a flight the next day to Balmaceda where we'll pick up a rental car to reach Coyhaique.
Day 3: Walk in the Coyhaique National Reserve, then continue to Puerto Chacabuco. Return to Coyhaique for the second night.
Day 4: Drive to Villa Cerro Castillo for a hike in the national park. Continue to Puerto Tranquilo and stay there for 3 nights.
Day 5: Boat tour on Laguna San Rafael.
Day 6: Day trip to Monte San Valentin Glacier.
Day 7: Excursion to the Marble Chapels, then drive to Puerto Guadal. We'll stay there for 3 nights.
Day 8: Walk along Lago Carrera and return to Puerto Guadal.
Day 9: Rio Baker Valley and, if possible, a glacier excursion.
Day 10: Drive to Cochrane and hike in Tamango National Reserve. We'll stay 2 nights in Cochrane.
Day 11: Walk in the Chacabuco Valley.
Day 12: Drive to Caleta Tortel. We'll stay there for 2 nights.
Day 13: Cruise in the Rio Baker delta.
Day 14: Return to Cochrane.
Day 15: Return to Balmaceda in two stages.
Day 16: Continue the return journey.
Day 17: Return the rental car and head back to Santiago.
After this, we're also planning to explore northern Santiago. I'll post about that part once I have a clearer idea of the route.
What do you think of this itinerary? Is it doable in 17 days?
Thanks in advance for your tips and recommendations.
martine
Hi everyone! So happy to be back on this forum—it’s packed with such useful info! 🙂 My husband and I are planning a 2.5-week self-drive trip to Colombia at the end of the year, including some domestic flights. My first question is: is it possible, easy, and safe to do a road trip in Colombia?
Below is our draft itinerary (with questions at each stop):
29/11: France → Colombia. Overnight in Bogotá.
30/11: Exploring Bogotá: La Candelaria and Montserrate.
01/12: Gold Museum (closed on Mondays). Drive to Zipaquirá (1.5 hrs) to visit the Salt Cathedral. Then drive to Villa de Leyva (3 hrs). Explore the town. Overnight in Villa de Leyva.
02/12: Return to Bogotá via Laguna de Guatavita (5 hrs). Is it worth the detour? Overnight in Bogotá.
03/12: Flight to Pereira. Drive to Salento. Overnight in Salento.
04/12: Cocora Valley (hike among the wax palms) followed by a drive around the area. Are there any waterfalls or other sights nearby?
05/12: Visit a coffee finca—any recommendations? Then explore the surroundings: Filandia, Manizales, waterfalls? Hot springs? Which ones?
06/12: Flight to Medellín.
07/12: Exploring Medellín: Centro, Plaza Botero, Comuna 13. How do you visit Comuna 13? Is it easy to get around Medellín? Metro? Buses?
08/12: Drive to Guatapé (2 hrs). Visit the town, stroll around the lake, then El Peñol. Overnight in Guatapé.
09/12: Return to Medellín.
10/12: Flight to Santa Marta. Drive to a hotel near Tayrona Park.
11/12: Tayrona—El Zaino entrance.
12/12: Tayrona—Palangana entrance, then Bahia Concha and Santa Marta. What do you think?
13/12: Drive to Minca (45 mins). Can we reach the village by car? Pozo Azul and Marinka waterfalls. Overnight in Minca (or back in Tayrona?).
14/12: Drive to Puerto Nao (5 hrs). Stop in Ciénaga on the way + boat tour in Nueva Venecia and/or Buena Vista? Not enough time? Overnight in Puerto Nao.
15/12: Exploring Cartagena: Centro, Getsemaní, the walls + La Boquilla if we have time.
16/12: La Boquilla (is it really worth it?) if we didn’t have time yesterday, then back to the beach.
17/12: Return to France.
So, what do you think? Is this doable, or should we tweak it? Thanks in advance for your invaluable feedback and tips! 🙂
Hi there, I’ll be in Brazil from December 10th to the end of February.
I’ve sketched out a rough itinerary but I’m not sure how to arrange it—considering the climate, year-end holidays, and Carnival.
Basically, I’m thinking of the Amazon, the Northeast coast with Lençóis Maranhenses National Park (but skipping Chapada Diamantina),
Ouro Preto, Paraty, and Ilha Grande—but no Rio visit.
Is this doable in 3 months?
Which direction should I take for this itinerary?
Thanks in advance!
Hi everyone, does anyone know the agency Ventura Travel Agency (not ventura travel)? After lots of research and quotes, it’s the only one offering Uyuni at a reasonable price while meeting all the criteria: transfer to the border, private-room accommodation, and a very fair rate. Other agencies or guides either offer shared rooms, no border transfer, or prices that are way too high. But I’d love to hear some reviews about this agency. Thanks in advance!
Hi everyone,
We're planning a trip to Chile to visit the Atacama Desert and then head toward Putre, Lauca, Salar de Surire, etc.
Which would be the better time to go, April or November?
Is an SUV enough?
Looking forward to your tips!
Hi everyone, French travelers in Chile—what credit cards do you use for your various car rentals in the country? I’m traveling in September and was planning to switch my regular debit card (a VISA PREMIER in deferred debit mode) for the deposit guarantee.
My rentals are with Figal in Punta Arenas, Econautos in Arica, and Chilean Rent a Car in Temuco, and all of them want the deposit on a credit card. For me, deferred debit *should* work, but I’ve read comments saying the opposite.
How’s it actually working on the ground with these rental companies right now? Will a deferred debit card work, or not at all?
In France, banks don’t issue credit cards, right—or am I mistaken?
Hi everyone, is it still possible to travel in Ecuador outside the Amazon region? If so, do you have a reliable agency to recommend? All your recent experiences from the past few months would be greatly appreciated. Thanks so much
Hi,
We’re heading to Buenos Aires for 3 days in November and would like to do a guided tour of a few neighborhoods. There are "free" tours, but none in French. Does anyone have a guide to recommend so we can really get to know the city beyond just the architecture?
Thanks
Hi there,
I’m desperately looking for info on the schedules and routes of (shared) boats to visit the islands of Lake Titicaca.
From what I’ve found, there’s a *combi* (bus) that leaves from Puno to go to Llachon. Where do you catch it? What are the schedules and frequency? Does it take about 1 hour?
Then in Llachon, you can take a boat to Amantani (45 min). Same question—where do you check for frequency and schedule?
After that, from Amantani, boats go to Taquile and then Uros. Do you have enough time to visit the islands between two boats? Frequency and schedule?
The goal is to do this tour independently (no agency) over 2 days. Thanks for any tips you might have!
I just got back from a trip to Bolivia and wow—what a wake-up call. It’s not the easiest country, but it’s absolutely stunning.
I started with Isla del Sol, perfect for easing into the altitude at a relaxed pace. Try to stay in the northern part of the island—it’s quieter and the views are insane. And the trout there? Unreal. Quick tip: bring cash in small bills; they almost never have change, and cards are rarely accepted.
Next up, La Paz. The city’s pretty wild, built in every direction. I did a few hikes in the area, including the famous Charquini Lagoon (the blue lake) at over 5,000 m—let’s just say I struggled 😅 but it was so beautiful it was totally worth it.
After that, I headed to Sajama. It’s cool, especially for the hot springs, and I stayed in Tomarapi. But honestly, if you’re short on time, you can skip it without too many regrets.
The highlight of the trip: the Salar. I did it starting from Tupiza, and I *highly* recommend going Tupiza → Uyuni. Way less crowded at the start and the landscapes are super varied. For the tour, I used SplitYourGuide to find a group, and it worked out great. Super handy for splitting costs and meeting people.
I wrapped up in Sucre—this city is gorgeous, all white, with such a chill vibe. And the salteñas + ice cream? Next level 😋
Bottom line: Bolivia’s a bit rough around the edges, sometimes exhausting (shoutout to the altitude), but it’s 1000% worth it.
If you’ve got questions or need tips, I’m happy to help!
Martin
I was planning to go to Réunion and stay in half-board accommodation with non-professionals, but it seems that’s not really the custom there—or maybe my budget isn’t big enough.
So, since I’ve already traveled around Ecuador and Peru, I’m now looking at Argentina, especially for its mountains (like the ones in Réunion that tempted me, even though—frustratingly—I could only admire them from below).
I plan to get around by bus and don’t know in advance where I’ll sleep, so I won’t book ahead. If I like a place, I might stay for several days.
I know that in Chile, it’s easy to find half-board accommodation, but what about in Argentina?
I’d like to stay with locals in half-board without it being a professional setup. I’m not sure if this is common practice there. It’s up to me to find someone willing to host me.
What do you think?
What would be a fair price (keeping in mind that 40 to 50 € is the max I can spend on accommodation, breakfast, and dinner)?
Hi everyone,
We’re heading to Patagonia for three weeks in November, starting from Coyhaique in Chile.
We won’t have a car, and I’m struggling to find information about transportation options for a few parts of the itinerary we’d like to do:
1) From Perito Moreno (the town, near Los Antiguos), we’d like to travel down Ruta 40 to visit Perito Moreno National Park and then cross into Chile via the Paso Roballos (at the latitude of Bajo Caracoles) to reach the road to Cochrane. Without a car, it seems we’ll need to use private agencies to get to the national park—do you have any recommendations or suggestions? Also, does anyone know if it’s possible to cross into Chile via Paso Roballos (from Bajo Caracoles) without a rental car? That is, without having to go all the way down to El Chaltén or back up toward Perito Moreno/Los Antiguos, etc.?
2) The second stretch that seems a bit tricky (though still easier, in theory) is from Caleta Tortel to Villa O’Higgins on the Chilean side. Do we have to go back through Cochrane, or are there ways to get directly from Tortel to Villa O’Higgins?
3) Finally, we’d like to hike into Argentina (El Chaltén) from O’Higgins. Any recommendations for this? Do we need to go through an agency? What’s the estimated duration of the trek?
As you’ve probably gathered, we want to visit some off-the-beaten-path spots but don’t have a car, so we’re looking for the best possible compromises.
Thanks so much in advance for all your suggestions!
Thomas
Hi,
we’re planning a round trip from San Pedro de Atacama, Chile, to Salta, Argentina, in two months. On the way there, we’ll take the northern route via Susques, Route 27, then 52. But for the return, we were thinking of taking the southern route via San Antonio de los Cobres, Route 51, then 23. Is it similar to the northern route in terms of road surface? How busy is it, and are there gas stations? Basically, should we be worried about doing it in an SUV that’s supposedly 4x4 but has regular road tires and no second spare wheel, obviously...
I’ve seen that we can stop over in San Antonio de los Cobres.
Thanks for your feedback.
Raf.
Hi,
we’ll be in Calama at the end of March 2026, and I’m looking for a reliable car rental there for a 7-day road trip to Salta, Argentina. But I’m struggling with the car rental agencies in Calama because the reviews can be scary. I saw Gyg, which has great ratings, but I’m a bit wary (5/5 from 59 reviews—either the guy’s amazing or it’s fake...), but I can’t find any recent reviews on VF in general.
For Punta Arenas, I booked with Dachelet and didn’t have any issues with email exchanges.
Thanks in advance.
Raf.
I’m planning the trip of my dreams for next November—Chile!
I’d love to get your thoughts on my potential itinerary. I know it’s a big investment in terms of both time and money, so every bit of feedback, suggestion, or info helps immensely. Thank you in advance!!
1-Flight to Santiago
2-Explore Santiago
3-Explore Santiago
4-Bus from STG to Valpo (2h) + visit Valparaíso + night in Viña
5-Visit Valparaíso + bus back to STG (2h)
6-Flight to Calama + bus to San Pedro + explore and acclimate in San Pedro + car rental in the afternoon (+Chaxa?)
7-(Very early) Valle del Arcoíris + Laguna Cejar + Valle de la Luna
Good evening,
We’d love to go in November to enjoy some beautiful beaches for about two weeks, preferably around Bahia, as November/December seems like a great time.
We’ve already traveled to Brazil several times and know the south of Rio as well as the region between São Luís and Fortaleza, and Chapada Diamantina...
What advice would you give us: the south with Itaparica, Morro de São Paulo, Boipeba, Barra Grande—or all four? Or maybe the north?
Thanks in advance for your help
Hi everyone, it’s been a while since I last posted!
First time in South America for me, my wife, and our 7-year-old son. I’ve put together this itinerary and would love to hear your thoughts:
Bogotá 28/07 – 30/07: Arrival. Which neighborhood and outings would you recommend?
Flight to
2 Filandia 30/07 – 03/08: (255 €). Waterfalls and horseback riding,
Cocora Valley,
Hiking,
Nearby villages.
Flight to
3 Tayrona 03/08 – 07/08: Hotel La Casablanca
Hike with Tierra Nevada and the Kogui village (any feedback?). Return by inner tube for the little one.
Short night hike.
Second hike to La Piscina, etc., return by 🐎.
4 Cartagena 07/08 – 10/08: Air-conditioned bus.
Staying in Getsemaní? Mangroves & the Castle, exploring the city.
5 Bogotá 10/08 – 12/08
Feel free to share your feedback!
Have a great day!
Hi,
During an upcoming trip to Peru, we’ll have one day to explore around Arequipa (excluding Colca Canyon) with a car and driver.
We’ve got a few options:
- Toro Muerto petroglyphs and dinosaur footprints at Querulpa
- Ruta del Sillar and Quebrada de Culebrillas
We’re a group of 6 friends with an average age of 70, all mobile, and we’re planning a trip to Peru in September/October 2026. Below is an idea of what we’re looking for: a French-speaking guide, accommodation in 3-star hotels or homestays with comfort.
Duration: 16 to 20 days on-site.
Visit the main sites with immersion in the culture and way of life.
Which francophone agency in Peru would you recommend? Thanks
Hi there!
I’m putting together my itinerary for Brazil, looking for beautiful natural spots with wildlife, flora, and great hikes...
I’ve come across the Cananeia / Super Agui / Ilha do Mel region and the PETAR / Intervales / Alto Ribeira area.
Has anyone here been to these places? If so, do you have any recommendations for accommodations and activities?
Thanks in advance!
Best,
Olivier 🌍
I’ll be in ARICA in northern Chile at the end of May 2026 and want to get to TACNA.
Are there taxis, buses, or collectivos that run the border crossing route?
After that, bus to AREQUIPA (Peru): any bus company you’d recommend?
Hi there,
We’re spending 3 weeks in Brazil, arriving in São Paulo—a couple plus a teen—and we’ll have a rental car.
We especially love nature: hiking, wildlife watching, birds, etc.
We’re planning to wrap up with a week around Paraty and Ilha Grande.
We’re not really into visiting big cities like São Paulo or Rio unless you think we’d be missing out big time.
So we’ve got 2 weeks to explore the south/southwest region of São Paulo.
What do you recommend?
National parks? Off-the-beaten-path nature spots? Iguazu Falls?
Hi there,
Do you have any recommendations for comfortable accommodation in Leyva and Barichara? We're also looking for a guide to explore the areas around these two towns (parks, waterfalls, etc.).
Thanks for your tips!
I visited Colombia in January 2016 and I’m heading back from August 6th to 17th with the same airline to see how things have changed. Starting August 18th, I’ll continue with independent exploration. I prefer slow travel and enjoying places at my own pace.
Any tips—especially for getting around or must-see spots—are welcome!
Thu Aug 06. Fly Montreal to Bogotá 20:55-04:05+1 Air Canada
Fri Aug 07. Bogotá
Sat Aug 08. Bogotá
Sun Aug 09. Bogotá
Mon Aug 10. Fly Bogotá to Medellín
Tue Aug 11. Medellín - Explore Guatapé
Wed Aug 12. Comuna 8 & Hill of Values - PM Fly to Pereira
Thu Aug 13. Montenegro
Fri Aug 14. Salento - Cocora Valley
Sat Aug 15. Fly to Cartagena
Sun Aug 16. Explore Cartagena
Mon Aug 17. Explore Cartagena
Tue Aug 18. Fly Cartagena to Cali 12:20-14:55 Latam
Wed Aug 19. Cali
Thu Aug 20. Cali
Fri Aug 21. Cali
Sat Aug 22. Bus Cali to Popayán 09:00-13:00
Sun Aug 23. Popayán
Mon Aug 24. Popayán
Tue Aug 25. Popayán - Day trip to Silvia (Market Day)
Wed Aug 26. Overland Popayán to Tierradentro by public transportation 4h, 100km
Thu Aug 27. Tierradentro
Fri Aug 28. Tierradentro
Sat Aug 29. Overland Tierradentro to Garzón via La Plata
Sun Aug 30. Bus Garzón to San Agustín 10:30-13:00
Mon Aug 31. San Agustín
Tue Sep 01. San Agustín
Wed Sep 02. San Agustín
Thu Sep 03. San Agustín
Fri Sep 04. Overland San Agustín to Tatacoa Desert via Neiva
Sat Sep 05. Tatacoa Desert
Sun Sep 06. Fly to Bogotá via Neiva 16:00-17:00 Latam
Mon Sep 07. Bogotá
Tue Sep 08. Fly Bogotá to Montreal 09:00-16:30 Air Canada
