Bonjour,
étant tenté de partir quleques semaines en Amérique du sud, l'Equateur revient de plus de plus dans mes recherches...
Est ce bon marché pour un routard? Est ce une alternative au Pérou?
mercide vos avis!
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Partir en Équateur?
by Mayol
This discussion is in French, the community’s main language.
Je ne connais malheureusement que le Pérou et la Bolivie, mais pourquoi cherches-tu une "alternative" au Pérou? Même si ces 3 pays ont bien sûr des différences importantes, reste que tu pourras profiter de la culture andine dans les 3, reste à savoir ce que tu comptes faire et découvrir dans ton voyage... 😉
Tu n'as pas en Equateur des sites archéologiques aussi reputés qu'au Pérou, ce qui fait que ce n'est pas tellement une "alternative". Le Pérou attire une masse de touristes du fait de la présence de ces sites.
Maintenant, si tu ne cherches pas à visiter des sites anciens, l'Equateur est effectivement une alternative (tout comme la Bolivie), et oui, l'Equateur est bon marché.
Maintenant, si tu ne cherches pas à visiter des sites anciens, l'Equateur est effectivement une alternative (tout comme la Bolivie), et oui, l'Equateur est bon marché.
Salut,
je connais très bien l'Equateur, j'y ai vécu 2 ans et j'y retourne chaque année.
Maintenant, depuis la dollarisation, l'Equateur est un des pays les plus cher d'A.S.
en ville, il faut facilement compter 30/50 USD par jour
en campagne 20/30 USD par jour
toutes les activités pour touristes sont assez chères : montagne environ 80 USD par jour
whale watching : 50 USD
Rain forest : 50 USD/Jour
>>>> c'est un pays magnifique, mais ne pas partir seul car il y a de gros problèmes de sécurité <<<< L'avantage de l'Equateur : tout est concentré (quelques heures de bus à partir de Quito et tu es en Amazonie, idem pour la côte, idem pour le sommet des volcans) C'est un pays de contrastes, les gens sont beaucoup plus sympa qu'au Pérou (de part mon expérience perso bien entendu) Mais ce n'est pas un pays "bon marché"
Si tu es très court en budget, je te conseille la Bolivie. C'est un pays génial, le sud est fantastique (désert de Uyuni), les gens sympas et c'est super bon marché.
Bon voyage. Eric (Bruxelles)
>>>> c'est un pays magnifique, mais ne pas partir seul car il y a de gros problèmes de sécurité <<<< L'avantage de l'Equateur : tout est concentré (quelques heures de bus à partir de Quito et tu es en Amazonie, idem pour la côte, idem pour le sommet des volcans) C'est un pays de contrastes, les gens sont beaucoup plus sympa qu'au Pérou (de part mon expérience perso bien entendu) Mais ce n'est pas un pays "bon marché"
Si tu es très court en budget, je te conseille la Bolivie. C'est un pays génial, le sud est fantastique (désert de Uyuni), les gens sympas et c'est super bon marché.
Bon voyage. Eric (Bruxelles)
Bonjour
L'Equateur offre une particularité un peu moins développée dans les autres pays Andins, ce sont les projets d'écotourisme, tourisme solidaire mis sur pied par les communautés indigènes, tu y trouveras des tarifs beaucoup plus décents et de plus tu pourras visiter le pays, AUSSI à travers ses habitants.(j'ai déjà posté à ce sujet)
Pour la sécurité, j'y suis allé 3 fois déjà et n'ai rencontré aucun problème.
Albert p.pito@skynet.be
L'Equateur offre une particularité un peu moins développée dans les autres pays Andins, ce sont les projets d'écotourisme, tourisme solidaire mis sur pied par les communautés indigènes, tu y trouveras des tarifs beaucoup plus décents et de plus tu pourras visiter le pays, AUSSI à travers ses habitants.(j'ai déjà posté à ce sujet)
Pour la sécurité, j'y suis allé 3 fois déjà et n'ai rencontré aucun problème.
Albert p.pito@skynet.be
Excellent choix... L'Equateur est un pays qui mérite d'être connu.
Il n'y a pas de sites incas comme au Pérou.
Les paysages sont surement moins grandioses qu'en Bolivie.
Mais, c'est un pays attachant... très attachant.
Il est possible de loger dans des communautés indigènes au nord d'Otavalo. Je peux te donner une adresse si cela t'intéresse. J'y ai rencontré des gens exceptionnels comme on a peu l'habitude d'en voir. J'y retourne pour la troisième fois cet été.
Pour l'insécurité, comme dans beaucoup de pays, tu entends beaucoup d'histoires pas très rassurantes. Je n'ai jamais eu le moindre problème alors que j'étais une fille seule en voyage. En prenant certaines précautions, il ne devrait pas y avoir de problèmes.
Bon voyage et n'hésite pas si tu as des questions plus précises
Phoebie
"soyons réalistes, exigeons l'impossible" Che Guevara
Bonjour
Pour le "bon marché" en Equateur, je ne sais pas par rapport au Pérou, mais voici quelques prix :
tu peux manger l'almuerzo le midi et la merianda le soir pour 1.5$, de plus beaucoup d'hôtels ont un coin cuisine ou tu peux préparer ta popotte toi même (encore plus économique)
le bus revient à 1$ de l'heure (environs 50 km) ce qui fait que tu peux traverser le pays du nord au sud par exemple (Quito - Cuenca) pour environs 15$
Pour les hôtels je ne m'avance pas beaucoup en disant que si tu comptes une moyenne de 7-8$ la chambre double tu n'auras de surprise.
ça c'est pour le basique, après il reste les treks et excursions et là effectivement si tu passes par les agences de voyages ça cogne mais le trek de l'inca au Pérou ça cogne aussi et le salar de Uyuni en Bolivie c'est pas si donné que ça à mon avis.
Donc tout est relatif et je pense qu'il faudrait stopper cette rumeur : "depuis la dollarisation l'Equateur est un pays cher"
Bons préparatifs, Albert
Pour le "bon marché" en Equateur, je ne sais pas par rapport au Pérou, mais voici quelques prix :
tu peux manger l'almuerzo le midi et la merianda le soir pour 1.5$, de plus beaucoup d'hôtels ont un coin cuisine ou tu peux préparer ta popotte toi même (encore plus économique)
le bus revient à 1$ de l'heure (environs 50 km) ce qui fait que tu peux traverser le pays du nord au sud par exemple (Quito - Cuenca) pour environs 15$
Pour les hôtels je ne m'avance pas beaucoup en disant que si tu comptes une moyenne de 7-8$ la chambre double tu n'auras de surprise.
ça c'est pour le basique, après il reste les treks et excursions et là effectivement si tu passes par les agences de voyages ça cogne mais le trek de l'inca au Pérou ça cogne aussi et le salar de Uyuni en Bolivie c'est pas si donné que ça à mon avis.
Donc tout est relatif et je pense qu'il faudrait stopper cette rumeur : "depuis la dollarisation l'Equateur est un pays cher"
Bons préparatifs, Albert
Pour moi au point de vue culture et nature le Pérou et l'Equateur sont tout aussi interessant. Par contre pour les sites incas c'est le Pérou (casi inexistant en Equateur) et pour le budget c'est l'Equateur (beaucoup moins cher que le Pérou).
bonjour,
je vais juste reagir a d'autres reponses, en esperant que ca t'aidera un peu:
comme le dit Eric, le gros avantage de ce pays est sa petite taille: tout y est concentré, en une nuit depuis Quito tu vas ou tu veux: la plage, version hyper touristique ou mangroves sauvages, des villes interessantes et des parcs nationaux dans la sierra, ou l'amazonie.
pour ce qui est de l'alternative au Perú, je crois que ces deux pays sont franchement tres diferents (du peu que je connais du Perú) : pas vraiment de ruines en Ecuador, plutot des paysages et des gens à rencontrer, la population indigene est tres presente, avec ses structures sociales et culturelles encore tres marques en dehors des grandes villes. comme l'ont dit plusieurs personnes, tu peux facilement aller passer qqs jours dans une communaute au fin fond de la selva ou de la sierra.
en revanche, cote budget, l'Ecuador est bien le pays le plus cher d'Amerique du Sud. bon, en meme tps je vis a Quito, ce n'est peut etre pas tres representatif... c'est vrai que tu peux manger pour moins de 2$, bouger facilement en bus et te loger pour moins de 10$. mais attentions aux zones et activites touristiques, les prix montent franchement tres vite...
pòur finir cette longue reponse, si tu as deja une idee de ton itineraire, je commence a collectionner qqs adresses... n'hesites pas! Tiphaine
je vais juste reagir a d'autres reponses, en esperant que ca t'aidera un peu:
comme le dit Eric, le gros avantage de ce pays est sa petite taille: tout y est concentré, en une nuit depuis Quito tu vas ou tu veux: la plage, version hyper touristique ou mangroves sauvages, des villes interessantes et des parcs nationaux dans la sierra, ou l'amazonie.
pour ce qui est de l'alternative au Perú, je crois que ces deux pays sont franchement tres diferents (du peu que je connais du Perú) : pas vraiment de ruines en Ecuador, plutot des paysages et des gens à rencontrer, la population indigene est tres presente, avec ses structures sociales et culturelles encore tres marques en dehors des grandes villes. comme l'ont dit plusieurs personnes, tu peux facilement aller passer qqs jours dans une communaute au fin fond de la selva ou de la sierra.
en revanche, cote budget, l'Ecuador est bien le pays le plus cher d'Amerique du Sud. bon, en meme tps je vis a Quito, ce n'est peut etre pas tres representatif... c'est vrai que tu peux manger pour moins de 2$, bouger facilement en bus et te loger pour moins de 10$. mais attentions aux zones et activites touristiques, les prix montent franchement tres vite...
pòur finir cette longue reponse, si tu as deja une idee de ton itineraire, je commence a collectionner qqs adresses... n'hesites pas! Tiphaine
J'ai vu que tes connaisances sur l'équateurs sont grande et nous voulons partir en équateur en direction du pérou. j'ai vu tes réponsses sur un post que tu donnais le cout de la vie en équateur.Nous on a Acheter le Ulysse (2003) et on a fait un budget d'environ 215$ USD par personne pour un itinéraire de 10 jours de Quito à Loja et enfin passer les lignes du Pérou, penssez vous que ses faisable? nous ne voulons qu'a aller visiter quelques musée et dormir dans les cabanas et prendre l'autocar.
Qu'en penssez vous, est-ce réaliste?
Merci.
Bonjour,
Ne te fie surtout pas sur les guides de type Ulysse 2003 qui se basent sur les coûts de
la vie des années antérieures. La situation économique actuelle n'a plus rien à voir avec ce
qui est imprimé dans ces guides. En matière de budget, il faut te baser sur des éditions
récentes (ex. Lonely planet edition 2006)
A Quito, il te sera difficile de trouver un logement inférieur à 10 USD par jour par personne Si tu vas à Loja, tu devras passer par Cuenca qui est une ville encore plus chère que Quito. En ville, tu dois compter entre 15 et 20 USD minimum par jour pour te nourrir En dehors des villes, tu dois compter environ 5 USD par nuit et par personne, et entre 10 et 15 USD pour l'alimentation par jour Le trajet en bus depuis Quito jusqu'à la frontière Péruvienne te coutera environ 20 USD (compte environ 1 USD par heure de bus, c'était le tarif approximatif en août dernier) Bref, si tu remarqueras que ton budget de 210 USD est intenable. Evidemment, il est toujours possible de trouver des solutions très bon marché (dormir près des hôtels à 2/3 USD près du terminal de bus à Quito) mais cela ne correspond en rien à un voyage touristique. Ces hôtels sont poisseux, dangereux et ne sont pas des lieux pour touristes. Pour te donner une idée, j'organise chaque année un voyage de 21 jours su place, nous logeons dans des hôtels de basse catégorie, des cabanes chez les Indiens ou en Amazonie, certes nous faisons beaucoup d'activités extérieures telles que le VTT, rafting, etc. Mais ce voyage coûte en prix de revient environ à 1300 USD pour 21 jours sur place. J'espère que ces infos t'aideront Eric
A Quito, il te sera difficile de trouver un logement inférieur à 10 USD par jour par personne Si tu vas à Loja, tu devras passer par Cuenca qui est une ville encore plus chère que Quito. En ville, tu dois compter entre 15 et 20 USD minimum par jour pour te nourrir En dehors des villes, tu dois compter environ 5 USD par nuit et par personne, et entre 10 et 15 USD pour l'alimentation par jour Le trajet en bus depuis Quito jusqu'à la frontière Péruvienne te coutera environ 20 USD (compte environ 1 USD par heure de bus, c'était le tarif approximatif en août dernier) Bref, si tu remarqueras que ton budget de 210 USD est intenable. Evidemment, il est toujours possible de trouver des solutions très bon marché (dormir près des hôtels à 2/3 USD près du terminal de bus à Quito) mais cela ne correspond en rien à un voyage touristique. Ces hôtels sont poisseux, dangereux et ne sont pas des lieux pour touristes. Pour te donner une idée, j'organise chaque année un voyage de 21 jours su place, nous logeons dans des hôtels de basse catégorie, des cabanes chez les Indiens ou en Amazonie, certes nous faisons beaucoup d'activités extérieures telles que le VTT, rafting, etc. Mais ce voyage coûte en prix de revient environ à 1300 USD pour 21 jours sur place. J'espère que ces infos t'aideront Eric
Et pour ton prochain voyage, on peut s'inscrire ou faut être VIP du Club des potes ?
Serge Marseille
Bonjour
Quelques corrections quand même :
Petit dej dans les hôtels, en général 1.5$ Almuerzo le midi : entre 1.5 et 1.7$ c'est une soupe, un plat (en général, vainde ou poulet avec riz) et un grand jus de fruit, on en trouve partout. Pour le soir, même topo sauf que cela s'apelle la merianda.
Quand on sait aussi que pas mal d'hôtels ont un coin cuisine ou l'on peut préparer sa popotte soit même( encore plus économique), on est loin des 10 à 15$ par jour.
Albert
Quelques corrections quand même :
Petit dej dans les hôtels, en général 1.5$ Almuerzo le midi : entre 1.5 et 1.7$ c'est une soupe, un plat (en général, vainde ou poulet avec riz) et un grand jus de fruit, on en trouve partout. Pour le soir, même topo sauf que cela s'apelle la merianda.
Quand on sait aussi que pas mal d'hôtels ont un coin cuisine ou l'on peut préparer sa popotte soit même( encore plus économique), on est loin des 10 à 15$ par jour.
Albert
Salut,
Je ne suis plus allé au Pérou ces dernières années et je ne peux donc pas te renseigner correctement.
Bonne prépa.
Eric
Merci de toutes ces informations, mêmes si certaines s'affrontent....😎
J'ai le goût des pays non touristiques, je pencherai donc plus pour l'Equateur. Mais qui sait, ferai je peut-être le Pérou à la suite..?
Pour les adresses, je suis bien sur intéressé par un hôtel défiant toutes concurrences!
Encore merci! et n'hésitez pas à me donner plus d'info!!!
Mayol.
J'ai le goût des pays non touristiques, je pencherai donc plus pour l'Equateur. Mais qui sait, ferai je peut-être le Pérou à la suite..?
Pour les adresses, je suis bien sur intéressé par un hôtel défiant toutes concurrences!
Encore merci! et n'hésitez pas à me donner plus d'info!!!
Mayol.
Je reviens d'un voyage de Quito en Equateur à Iquitos au Pérou. 2 - 3 remarques : l'Equateur est un pays touristique, même s'il n'y a pas surpopulation le nord du Pérou est moins cher que l'Equateur et il y a beaucoup moins de touristes. Equateur : hotels entre 10 et 20 $, almuerzo : 2 $. Quito est cher et développé.
Nord du Pérou : hotels à moins de 10 $, almuerzo :entre 1 $ et 1, 5 $. Course en mototaxi : 0, 3 $, 0, 6 $ à Iquitos.
Bonsoir Mayol
Si tu as des questions sur l'equateur, pose...je suis resident a Guayaquil, je vis en equqteur depuis plusieures annees et je pense qu'il faut arreter avec les prix .... ici tu dejeune, almuerzo a 1.25/1.50$ merienda au meme prix....hotel avec eau chaude et voir television sur quito a 15$ et guayaquil au moindre cout...sur la cote tu as des hootels a 5$ la nuit par personne avec eau chaude et toute la tranquilite que tu veux...
Transport...ex: quito guayaquil a 13$ en bus climatiser...
La securite est comme partout en aemrique du sud...faire un peu attention dans les grandes villes et eviter effectivement certains quartiers peripheriques et tout ira tres bien...
Je suis a dispo pour vos questions ...
il y a beaucoup a voir dans le pays...amazonie, volcans, plage, galapagos....le choix est grand....
tu as des coins de fetes sur la cote comme Montañita qui regarge de touriste etrangers qui font la fetes, tu as Baños pour la montagne, Otavalo ou autre dans le traditionnels...bref le choix est vaste
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Hi, I'm looking for a local agency in Uyuni to do the trip and tours from Uyuni to San Pedro de Atacama. Thanks for sharing your experience!
Hi there,
Could you recommend any car rental agencies in Calama and Punta Arenas? Best regards,
Could you recommend any car rental agencies in Calama and Punta Arenas? Best regards,
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?
Thanks for your help!
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?
Thanks for your help!
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!
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!
Hey everyone,
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 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
hi,
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)?
Looking forward to your feedback.
Best regards,
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)?
Looking forward to your feedback.
Best regards,
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
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.
Hi everyone!
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
8-Laguna Miñiques & Miscanti + Salar de Talar + Laguna Tuyajto
9-Geysers El Tatio early in the morning + Cañón de Guatín + return car
10-Excursion to Salar de Uyuni
11-Excursion to Salar de Uyuni
12-Excursion to Salar de Uyuni
13-Excursion to Salar de Uyuni + return to San Pedro for the night
14-Bus to Calama + flight Calama-La Serena + explore La Serena
15-Excursion to Reserva Pingüino + bonus time (sunset at Playa Tongoy or elsewhere...)
16-Rent a car in Pisco Elqui & Vicuña + Observatory
17-Return car in La Serena + flight Santiago & Puerto Montt (4h)
18-Rent a 4x2 car + drive to Temuco (4h)
19-Reserva Nacional Malalcahuello + hike + night in Temuco
20-Parque Nacional Conguillío then drive and night in Pucón
21-Villarrica Volcano
22-Parque Huerquehue
23-Activities on-site
24-Drive to Valdivia + explore and night there
25-Drive to Puerto Varas (via Frutillar, etc.) + activities on-site
26-Salto Las Cascadas + Parque Nacional Vicente Pérez Rosales (Salto del Petrohué) + Canoeing/Rafting?
27-Drive to Parque Alerce Andino (round trip 3h) + hike Sendero Sargazo?
28-Drive to Castro + explore Chiloé and night in Castro
29-Explore Chiloé
30-Explore Chiloé + return to Puerto Varas
31-Drive to Cochamó (1h30) + drive to Hornopirén (2h30)
32-Ferry to Caleta Gonzalo + drive to Chaitén (1h20)
33-Parque Nacional Pumalín, night in Chaitén
34-Drive to Puyuhuapi + Sendero Ventisquero Yelcho?
35-Ventisquero Colgante + drive to Coyhaique
36-Drive to Villa Cerro Castillo
37-Hike Cerro Castillo
38-Drive to Puerto Río Tranquilo
39-Excursion to Glaciar Exploradores
40-Mármol Cathedral + lake activities
41-Drive to Cochrane
42-Parque Patagonia
43-Drive to Chile Chico
44-Ferry Chile Chico-Ibañez + drive to Coyhaique + drop off car
45-Flight to Punta Arenas (1h30) + explore the city
46-Rent a car + drive to Puerto Natales
47-Drive to Torres del Paine in the morning + hike to the base of the towers (return to Puerto Natales for the night)
48-Torres del Paine hike 2 (return to Puerto Natales for the night)
49-Torres del Paine hike 3 (return to Puerto Natales for the night)
50-Drive to Punta Arenas
51-Flight Punta Arenas-Santiago + flight Santiago-Buenos Aires (2h)
52-Explore Buenos Aires
53-Explore Buenos Aires
54-Explore Buenos Aires
55-Flight back to France
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
8-Laguna Miñiques & Miscanti + Salar de Talar + Laguna Tuyajto
9-Geysers El Tatio early in the morning + Cañón de Guatín + return car
10-Excursion to Salar de Uyuni
11-Excursion to Salar de Uyuni
12-Excursion to Salar de Uyuni
13-Excursion to Salar de Uyuni + return to San Pedro for the night
14-Bus to Calama + flight Calama-La Serena + explore La Serena
15-Excursion to Reserva Pingüino + bonus time (sunset at Playa Tongoy or elsewhere...)
16-Rent a car in Pisco Elqui & Vicuña + Observatory
17-Return car in La Serena + flight Santiago & Puerto Montt (4h)
18-Rent a 4x2 car + drive to Temuco (4h)
19-Reserva Nacional Malalcahuello + hike + night in Temuco
20-Parque Nacional Conguillío then drive and night in Pucón
21-Villarrica Volcano
22-Parque Huerquehue
23-Activities on-site
24-Drive to Valdivia + explore and night there
25-Drive to Puerto Varas (via Frutillar, etc.) + activities on-site
26-Salto Las Cascadas + Parque Nacional Vicente Pérez Rosales (Salto del Petrohué) + Canoeing/Rafting?
27-Drive to Parque Alerce Andino (round trip 3h) + hike Sendero Sargazo?
28-Drive to Castro + explore Chiloé and night in Castro
29-Explore Chiloé
30-Explore Chiloé + return to Puerto Varas
31-Drive to Cochamó (1h30) + drive to Hornopirén (2h30)
32-Ferry to Caleta Gonzalo + drive to Chaitén (1h20)
33-Parque Nacional Pumalín, night in Chaitén
34-Drive to Puyuhuapi + Sendero Ventisquero Yelcho?
35-Ventisquero Colgante + drive to Coyhaique
36-Drive to Villa Cerro Castillo
37-Hike Cerro Castillo
38-Drive to Puerto Río Tranquilo
39-Excursion to Glaciar Exploradores
40-Mármol Cathedral + lake activities
41-Drive to Cochrane
42-Parque Patagonia
43-Drive to Chile Chico
44-Ferry Chile Chico-Ibañez + drive to Coyhaique + drop off car
45-Flight to Punta Arenas (1h30) + explore the city
46-Rent a car + drive to Puerto Natales
47-Drive to Torres del Paine in the morning + hike to the base of the towers (return to Puerto Natales for the night)
48-Torres del Paine hike 2 (return to Puerto Natales for the night)
49-Torres del Paine hike 3 (return to Puerto Natales for the night)
50-Drive to Punta Arenas
51-Flight Punta Arenas-Santiago + flight Santiago-Buenos Aires (2h)
52-Explore Buenos Aires
53-Explore Buenos Aires
54-Explore Buenos Aires
55-Flight back to France
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!
Seb
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!
Seb
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
What do you think? Any recommendations?
Thanks in advance! Larri
What do you think? Any recommendations?
Thanks in advance! Larri
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 🌍
Hello,
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?
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?
Thanks in advance for all your tips!
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?
Thanks in advance for all your tips!
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
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
Hi there,
Three years ago during a trip to Java (no, I didn’t post in the wrong forum!), I came across the address of former miners who had switched to “tourism” and organized nighttime ascents of the Kawah Ijen volcano and descents into the crater.
So I was thinking—maybe there are miners on the salt flats too, either former or still active, who do the same thing. If you’ve had an experience like this, I’d love any tips you can share.
Thanks in advance.