Bus de Pisco à Arequipa de nuit?
by Raspo
This discussion is in French, the community’s main language.
Original post
bonjour
Après un séjour à Pisco nous aimerions repartir en bus pour aller directement à
Arequipa si possible de nuit afin de gagner une journée !
on nous a dit que c'était dangereux ! risques de vols, d'agressions, etc..
Est ce vrai ou exagéré ? sinon, pourriez vous m'indiquer une compagnie même si l'on paie plus chere ! merci de vos renseignements
ALAIN
De Pisco je ne sais pas si c'est dangereux mais pour rester dans le même coin, par contre un grand nombre d'agences de voyages font parcourir le trajet Nazca -Arequipa de nuit à leurs clients pour "gagner" un jour dans des bus de grande ligne et sans problème. Il faut juste prendre des compagnies qui ont "pignon sur rue" comme Ormeno, Cruz del Sur, etc
Daniel
salut
la compagnie cruz del sur a une agence à Paracas, à 10 km de pisco
les bus partent de Lima vers Arequipa, ils ne passent pas par pisco
pour les bus cruz del sur, il faut aller le prendre a Ica au terminal cruz del sur
il faut reserver les bus un peu à l'avance, car les bus peuvent être complet au départ de Lima, je parle pour les grandes compagnies
la compagnie cruz del sur a une agence à Paracas, à 10 km de pisco
les bus partent de Lima vers Arequipa, ils ne passent pas par pisco
pour les bus cruz del sur, il faut aller le prendre a Ica au terminal cruz del sur
il faut reserver les bus un peu à l'avance, car les bus peuvent être complet au départ de Lima, je parle pour les grandes compagnies
bonjour
ce qu'on envisage de faire : arrivee à Lima le dimanche 12.04.2009 6h matin ensuite le bus de Lima à Pisco le lendemain matin visite de Paracas et le soir prendre le bus jusqu'à Arequipa. Maintenant c'est le plan que j'ai mais vu que nous arrivons le jour de Pâques il se peut qu'il y est des problemes de places ! L'essentiel c'est d'apprécier chaque moment sans être speed. alors si tout est complet on restera un jour de plus à Paracas. en tout cas merci de vos conseils ! ALAIN
ce qu'on envisage de faire : arrivee à Lima le dimanche 12.04.2009 6h matin ensuite le bus de Lima à Pisco le lendemain matin visite de Paracas et le soir prendre le bus jusqu'à Arequipa. Maintenant c'est le plan que j'ai mais vu que nous arrivons le jour de Pâques il se peut qu'il y est des problemes de places ! L'essentiel c'est d'apprécier chaque moment sans être speed. alors si tout est complet on restera un jour de plus à Paracas. en tout cas merci de vos conseils ! ALAIN
salut
je suis arrivé à 7h du matin à lima, et à 13h30 j'était à Pisco
le probleme c'est pas Lima Pisco
mais Pisco Arequipa
lorsque j'ai reservé la veille a l'agence cruz del sur de paracas pour aller en bus de nuit à Arequipa, il ne restait plus que 2 places, un coup de chance.
je suis arrivé à 7h du matin à lima, et à 13h30 j'était à Pisco
le probleme c'est pas Lima Pisco
mais Pisco Arequipa
lorsque j'ai reservé la veille a l'agence cruz del sur de paracas pour aller en bus de nuit à Arequipa, il ne restait plus que 2 places, un coup de chance.
Salutations
et ben risque de vols .... ça depends, il y a des compagnies d'autobus qui ne sont pas du tout cheres mais qui ouvrent leurs portes à n'importe qui pendant le trajet et voilà le vrai danger, si tu veux un conseil, à mon avis .. Cruz del Sur c'est toujours la meilleure compagnie d'autobus au Pérou, tu as aussi Ormeño et peut être Oltursa, perso je te conseille de voyager avec Cruz del Sur. Tu peux voir les prix dans leur site d'internet aussi WWW.CRUZDELSUR.COM.PE
Bonnes vacances et bienvenu .
PS:avant d'y aller visiter Arequipa et vu que forcement tu passes par Ica pense a faire un p'tit tour pour les îles Ballestas et ensuite tu peux faire le survol des lignes de Nazca et de Nazca c'est plus près d'Arequipa en autobus. À toi de voir
Bonjour à tous,
Pourriez vous être SVP un peu plus précis sur les trajets? nous pareil on arrivons le 08 mai à 7h00 du matin à Lima nous voudrions avant d'arriver à Aeriquipa, faire les Iles et les lignes de Nasca en 1 journée. Pourriez vous nous aider? Peux t-on réserver de France les bus? MERCI à tous
Pourriez vous être SVP un peu plus précis sur les trajets? nous pareil on arrivons le 08 mai à 7h00 du matin à Lima nous voudrions avant d'arriver à Aeriquipa, faire les Iles et les lignes de Nasca en 1 journée. Pourriez vous nous aider? Peux t-on réserver de France les bus? MERCI à tous
je suppose que vous arrivez à Lima, avec air comet ?
cruz del sur a un site ou tu peux réserver en ligne, surtout si vous le prenez au départ .
perso je suis arrivé a 7h du matin a lima, je suis passer au distributeur, la il y a plein de taxi, bien négocier le prix, pas plus de 40 soles pour le centre de lima!
j'ai payer 35 soles pour le terminal de bus soyouz, je suis arriver à pisco vers 13h30
sur la place d'arme de pisco, il y des agences qui vont te proposer la visite des iles, env 40 soles = 10€, ils viennent te prendre a ton hotel vers 7h du matin
une fois la visite terminée, profite d'être à paracas pour reserver le bus de nuit jusqu'a Arequipa, l'agence cruz del sur et un peu loin du centre de paracas, il faut prendre un taxi 2 soles, les bus pour Arequipa partent de Ica, pour Ica tu peux prendre un bus local 3 soles, ils y en à bcp, au croisement de la panamericaine, les compagnies les plus frequentes sont soyouz toutes les 15 minutes et flores
les bus de nuit partent de ICA, vers 20h30, pour aller de pisco à ica il faut à peine 1 heure, au terminal de Ica ils ont une consigne pour vos bagages, ça vous laissent le temps de visiter Ica et huacachina ont il n'y a pas grand chose à faire hormis comtempler les dunes, dommage pour le bruit et pollution causer par les buggy ça gâche un peu la sérenité du lieu
cruz del sur a un site ou tu peux réserver en ligne, surtout si vous le prenez au départ .
perso je suis arrivé a 7h du matin a lima, je suis passer au distributeur, la il y a plein de taxi, bien négocier le prix, pas plus de 40 soles pour le centre de lima!
j'ai payer 35 soles pour le terminal de bus soyouz, je suis arriver à pisco vers 13h30
sur la place d'arme de pisco, il y des agences qui vont te proposer la visite des iles, env 40 soles = 10€, ils viennent te prendre a ton hotel vers 7h du matin
une fois la visite terminée, profite d'être à paracas pour reserver le bus de nuit jusqu'a Arequipa, l'agence cruz del sur et un peu loin du centre de paracas, il faut prendre un taxi 2 soles, les bus pour Arequipa partent de Ica, pour Ica tu peux prendre un bus local 3 soles, ils y en à bcp, au croisement de la panamericaine, les compagnies les plus frequentes sont soyouz toutes les 15 minutes et flores
les bus de nuit partent de ICA, vers 20h30, pour aller de pisco à ica il faut à peine 1 heure, au terminal de Ica ils ont une consigne pour vos bagages, ça vous laissent le temps de visiter Ica et huacachina ont il n'y a pas grand chose à faire hormis comtempler les dunes, dommage pour le bruit et pollution causer par les buggy ça gâche un peu la sérenité du lieu
salut: pour continuer ta liste de renseignement et pour te rendre à Paracas. Je doute que tu puisses tout faire la meme journée si tu pars de Lima pour finalement faire Paracas et Nazca.
Rien que pour le fait de quitter l'aéroport de lima si tu arrives de Paris il te faudra 1h00 ( récupération de bagages et douane) pour t'avancer remplies les 2 pages pour la douane que l'on te donera dans l'avion.
autrement effectivement les prix des taxis à l'aéroport sont trés cher ( en plus tu es blanc se qui n'avance rien) et j'espère que vous arlez courament l'espagnol. Par contre il suffit de sortir de l'aéroport et prendre sur la droite le boulevard et les prix chute de moitié. Ne pas encore hésité à négocier le prix car tout ce fait par négociation.
Le probléme pour Paracas c'est qu'il doit exister 3 ou 4 sociétés qui font la tournée de la réserve ( elle est magnifique) et un conseil métez a gauche dans le sens de la navigation) ( pour les photos)
les départs ce font le matin vers 8ha 9h00 ( je ne sais plus exactement pour le matin donc je doute fortement que vous puissiez faire les deux . autrement second voyage s'ils y a du monde c'est l'après midi.
pour le bus, effectivement il y en a un qui part de là pour Nazca.
A nazca, aucun probléme pour trouver un taxi qui vous ménera à l'aéroport ils sont tous là pour ça
Mais là encore marchandage; cela vous coutera entre 100 à 150$. ( petit tour de 30mm) a vous de marchandez et pour onfo c'est exactement la meme chose sauf que le commisionnaire vit un peu mieux.
pour l'avion 4 personnes minimun, tentez le coté droit pour de bonnes photos.(de toute façons les femmes seront à l'arrière); Donc ne soyez pas pressé la encore; ils ne partira pas tant qu'il n'aura pas son nombre de personnes ou alors vous payerez les personnesn manquante.
je vous conseille fortement de faire Paracas et de vous rendre ensuite à nazca. Dormez la bas, la ville est calme et il y a un peu d'animation sur la plaza ( pas grans chose) de là vous pourez voir la dune de sable la plus haute du monde. ( pour un bon hotel compté 50 soles négociation) et si j'arrive a vous retrouvez l'adresse il y a un super pisco sour ( mamamia délicieux) le lendemain faite les lignes et le cimetière ( trés bien et ne dure que 30 à 40 mm). a la rigueur négociez avec un chaufeur de taxi pour qu'il vous fasse visiter le coin en prime; pour info voyez avec balance pour voir la visite du mitchu ou les agences vous demanderont jusqu'à 400 $. nous on les a fait pour 150$ environ pour 2 personnes.
salut ma cocotte( balance) et gros bisous de Dieu.
je vous conseille fortement de faire Paracas et de vous rendre ensuite à nazca. Dormez la bas, la ville est calme et il y a un peu d'animation sur la plaza ( pas grans chose) de là vous pourez voir la dune de sable la plus haute du monde. ( pour un bon hotel compté 50 soles négociation) et si j'arrive a vous retrouvez l'adresse il y a un super pisco sour ( mamamia délicieux) le lendemain faite les lignes et le cimetière ( trés bien et ne dure que 30 à 40 mm). a la rigueur négociez avec un chaufeur de taxi pour qu'il vous fasse visiter le coin en prime; pour info voyez avec balance pour voir la visite du mitchu ou les agences vous demanderont jusqu'à 400 $. nous on les a fait pour 150$ environ pour 2 personnes.
salut ma cocotte( balance) et gros bisous de Dieu.
Hola
si vous voulez faire le tour des ÎLES et les lignes dans un seul jour je pense que cest possible avec un peu de chance, je vous conseille d'y voyager tjrs avec Cruz del sur, prendre l'autobus des 4h15 pour arriver a Paracas vers 7h00, la gare c'est juste en face de l'entree des îles, la bas il faut prendre des petits bateaux pour faire le tour, une fois fini vous pouvez attendre l'autobus pour y aller a Nazca à 10h00 environ ...en arrivant à la gare de Nazca prendre un taxi pour y aller à l'aeroport et faire le survol des lignes, c'est merveilleux ! je pense que oui vous pouvez bien le faire, autrement je vais me renseigner et je vous raconte tout après ....
J'ai vu que vous venez d'y avoir la parole de GOD : Philippedume(bisous à toi pechocho 🙂) sur le forum .... tout ce qu'il faut dire quand il parle c'est AMEN 😇 j'ai fait le tour avec lui et on a pu se debrouiller bien comme je vous dit ....si vous voulez l'adresse de ce coin dont lui vous parle pour essayer notre pisco sour ....ben c'est un peu en cachette je trouve, cetait un petit restot a coté de l'hôtel Libon, tout près de la gare de Nazca, je vous promets que vous allez aimer notre boisson mais si vous voulez un truc sans alcool demandez a "dieu" sur la chicha morada 😉
bon c'est tout pour l'instant, si vous voulez encore plus renseignements n'hesites pas de m'écrire .
Je vous souhaite des bonnes vacances, soyez bienvenus.
PS: gloire à toi oh Dieu Philippedume .
salut
le tour des îles dure environ 3h, c'est à dire que ça fini vers 11h du matin
le tour des îles dure environ 3h, c'est à dire que ça fini vers 11h du matin
Bonjour
et non ... je suis arrivée tôt à PARACAS et ce que j'ai fait la bas cetait visiter seulement les Îles Ballestas (pas la Reserva de Paracas) cest pour ca que je dis que c'est possible d'y prendre un autobus avant midi pour Nazca.
Salut 🙂
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1) De Perito-Moreno (la ville, près de Los Antiguos), nous aimerions descendre la ruta 40 pour visiter le parc national Perito Moreno et ensuite passer au Chili via le Paso Roballos (à la lattitude de Bajo Caracoles)pour rejoindre la route de Cochrane. Sans voiture, il semble que nous devions passer par des agences privées pour rejoindre le parc national Perito Moreno : avez vous des recommandations ou des suggestions à ce sujet ? Et quelqu'un sait-il s'il est possible de passer (sans loc de voiture) au Chili par le Paso Roballos (depuis Bajo Caracoles), c'est à dire sans devoir descendre jusqu'à El Chalten ni remonter vers Perito Moreno / Los Antiguos etc. ?
2) Le 2ème tronçon qui semble un peu compliqué (mais quand même plus facile a priori) c'est de Caleta Tortel à Villa O'Higgins côté chilien. Doit-on repasser obligatoirement par Cochrane ou bien y a-t-il des possibilités de rejoindre Villa O'Higgins directement depuis Tortel?
3) Enfin, nous souhaiterions rejoindre l'Argentine (El Chalten), à pied, depuis O'Higgins. Auriez vous des recommandations à ce sujet également ? Doit-on passer par une agence ? Durée estimée de l'excursion ?
Vous l'aurez compris, nous souhaitons tout à la fois accéder à des endroits assez peu fréquentés mais nous n'avons pas de voiture pour cela, nous cherchons donc les meilleurs compromis possibles.
Mille mercis d'avance pour toutes vos suggestions ! Thomas
1) De Perito-Moreno (la ville, près de Los Antiguos), nous aimerions descendre la ruta 40 pour visiter le parc national Perito Moreno et ensuite passer au Chili via le Paso Roballos (à la lattitude de Bajo Caracoles)pour rejoindre la route de Cochrane. Sans voiture, il semble que nous devions passer par des agences privées pour rejoindre le parc national Perito Moreno : avez vous des recommandations ou des suggestions à ce sujet ? Et quelqu'un sait-il s'il est possible de passer (sans loc de voiture) au Chili par le Paso Roballos (depuis Bajo Caracoles), c'est à dire sans devoir descendre jusqu'à El Chalten ni remonter vers Perito Moreno / Los Antiguos etc. ?
2) Le 2ème tronçon qui semble un peu compliqué (mais quand même plus facile a priori) c'est de Caleta Tortel à Villa O'Higgins côté chilien. Doit-on repasser obligatoirement par Cochrane ou bien y a-t-il des possibilités de rejoindre Villa O'Higgins directement depuis Tortel?
3) Enfin, nous souhaiterions rejoindre l'Argentine (El Chalten), à pied, depuis O'Higgins. Auriez vous des recommandations à ce sujet également ? Doit-on passer par une agence ? Durée estimée de l'excursion ?
Vous l'aurez compris, nous souhaitons tout à la fois accéder à des endroits assez peu fréquentés mais nous n'avons pas de voiture pour cela, nous cherchons donc les meilleurs compromis possibles.
Mille mercis d'avance pour toutes vos 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.
Hi there, since there isn’t much recent info on how to get to MP, I’d love to know if there have been any improvements to the "route" to Hydroelectrica. Is it feasible to drive there in February? And is it still possible to walk all the way to Aguas Calientes? I think I read somewhere that it’s no longer allowed??
Do you think I can buy Machu Picchu entrance tickets last-minute at that time of year, given the weather?
Hello tout le monde!
Nous partons entre amis au Brésil en Mars 2019 et nous souhaitons assister au défilé du carnaval. J'aurais bien besoin de votre aide car j'ai du mal à trouver des avis sur les sites de vente en ligne pour les tickets du carnaval. J'ai repéré rio-carnival, est-ce une agence fiable. Avez-vous d'autres agences à conseiller ou expériences à partager? Votre aide est la bienvenue.
Merci 🙂 Marine
Nous partons entre amis au Brésil en Mars 2019 et nous souhaitons assister au défilé du carnaval. J'aurais bien besoin de votre aide car j'ai du mal à trouver des avis sur les sites de vente en ligne pour les tickets du carnaval. J'ai repéré rio-carnival, est-ce une agence fiable. Avez-vous d'autres agences à conseiller ou expériences à partager? Votre aide est la bienvenue.
Merci 🙂 Marine
Everything You Need to Know About Argentina’s Currency Exchange Maze (2026 Edition)
Hi fellow travelers,
Packing your bags for Buenos Aires? Watch out—here, money is a science almost as complex as the dance steps in a tango!
As of March 2026, the situation has shifted dramatically: the "Blue" (parallel) rate is now neck-and-neck with the official rate. To save you from losing your hard-earned euros in bureaucratic mazes or "disastrous" exchange rates, I’ve laced up my reporter boots and hit the famous Calle Florida for you.
In my latest video (and the accompanying article), I take you behind the scenes of currency exchange:
Arbolitos and Cuevas: Who are they, and can you still trust them? The Rate Showdown: Why Banco Nación is currently the worst place for your savings. Western Union: Why it’s often your best ally right now. Cash or Card? The little secret to getting an instant 10–15% discount at restaurants or hotels. The Bill Trap: Why your 500 € notes or stained dollars might stay in your wallet.
Argentina changes fast—*very* fast (by the end of March, today’s advice might already be old news!). So don’t leave without checking the market’s pulse.
Check out all my tips in the video here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KKmKFux4fpQ
And remember: in Argentina, don’t exchange money on weekends—unless you want your cash to melt like snow in the sun!
Safe travels, and see you on the road! Hergé
Packing your bags for Buenos Aires? Watch out—here, money is a science almost as complex as the dance steps in a tango!
As of March 2026, the situation has shifted dramatically: the "Blue" (parallel) rate is now neck-and-neck with the official rate. To save you from losing your hard-earned euros in bureaucratic mazes or "disastrous" exchange rates, I’ve laced up my reporter boots and hit the famous Calle Florida for you.
In my latest video (and the accompanying article), I take you behind the scenes of currency exchange:
Arbolitos and Cuevas: Who are they, and can you still trust them? The Rate Showdown: Why Banco Nación is currently the worst place for your savings. Western Union: Why it’s often your best ally right now. Cash or Card? The little secret to getting an instant 10–15% discount at restaurants or hotels. The Bill Trap: Why your 500 € notes or stained dollars might stay in your wallet.
Argentina changes fast—*very* fast (by the end of March, today’s advice might already be old news!). So don’t leave without checking the market’s pulse.
Check out all my tips in the video here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KKmKFux4fpQ
And remember: in Argentina, don’t exchange money on weekends—unless you want your cash to melt like snow in the sun!
Safe travels, and see you on the road! Hergé
I’ve seen some info about this route, but not nearly enough, so I thought I’d share what I did for anyone interested.
Cayenne - Saint-Georges: From Cayenne’s bus station, the TIG No. 8 bus goes to Saint-Georges. It’s a minibus run by a contractor you can call ahead to reserve a seat. I managed to get a spot the same day. It was parked on the other side of the river, across from the main bus stops. Price: 40 €, departures at 7 AM, 9 AM, 11 AM, and 3 PM except Sundays, depending on driver availability.
Saint-Georges - Oiapoque: Once in Saint-Georges, cross the river by canoe for 10 €. The canoe made a first stop on the opposite bank, then a second in the center of Oiapoque. To enter Brazil, you’ll need to get your passport stamped. This can be done at the federal police station, less than 1 km from the dock, heading into Oiapoque.
Oiapoque - Macapá: From Oiapoque, there are buses or taxis. Not knowing when the next bus would come, I didn’t want to wait, so I went back to the dock and took a 4x4, a kind of shared taxi, for 250 reals. I left around 4 PM and arrived at 2 AM in Macapá. If I had to do it again, I’d take the bus—apparently, it has reclining seats and travels overnight to arrive the next morning.
Macapá - Santana You need to get to Santana to take the ferry to Belém—tricky on a Sunday... After waiting for a bus that was taking forever, I took a *carretera pirata* (unofficial taxi) on the advice of a local Brazilian. It took me to Santana for 10 reals (vs. 5 for the bus). The ride takes about 15 minutes from Macapá to Santana’s port. You can do this the same morning.
Santana - Belém I bought tickets directly at the port when I arrived from one of the many agencies. I slept in a no-frills little hotel right by the port, run by a charming elderly couple, and boarded the next day at 9 AM. You’ll need a hammock to sleep if you’re not taking a cabin. The fare is 250 reals—it’s listed as 300, but they gave me a "discount" without me even asking. The trip takes 24 hours to Belém. There’s a small snack bar for those who didn’t have time to pack food.
Article on the topic (in French): https://la1ere.franceinfo.fr/guyane/macapa-belem-au-fil-de-l-amazone-1302076.html
Hope this helps someone avoid some of the hassle I went through!
Cayenne - Saint-Georges: From Cayenne’s bus station, the TIG No. 8 bus goes to Saint-Georges. It’s a minibus run by a contractor you can call ahead to reserve a seat. I managed to get a spot the same day. It was parked on the other side of the river, across from the main bus stops. Price: 40 €, departures at 7 AM, 9 AM, 11 AM, and 3 PM except Sundays, depending on driver availability.
Saint-Georges - Oiapoque: Once in Saint-Georges, cross the river by canoe for 10 €. The canoe made a first stop on the opposite bank, then a second in the center of Oiapoque. To enter Brazil, you’ll need to get your passport stamped. This can be done at the federal police station, less than 1 km from the dock, heading into Oiapoque.
Oiapoque - Macapá: From Oiapoque, there are buses or taxis. Not knowing when the next bus would come, I didn’t want to wait, so I went back to the dock and took a 4x4, a kind of shared taxi, for 250 reals. I left around 4 PM and arrived at 2 AM in Macapá. If I had to do it again, I’d take the bus—apparently, it has reclining seats and travels overnight to arrive the next morning.
Macapá - Santana You need to get to Santana to take the ferry to Belém—tricky on a Sunday... After waiting for a bus that was taking forever, I took a *carretera pirata* (unofficial taxi) on the advice of a local Brazilian. It took me to Santana for 10 reals (vs. 5 for the bus). The ride takes about 15 minutes from Macapá to Santana’s port. You can do this the same morning.
Santana - Belém I bought tickets directly at the port when I arrived from one of the many agencies. I slept in a no-frills little hotel right by the port, run by a charming elderly couple, and boarded the next day at 9 AM. You’ll need a hammock to sleep if you’re not taking a cabin. The fare is 250 reals—it’s listed as 300, but they gave me a "discount" without me even asking. The trip takes 24 hours to Belém. There’s a small snack bar for those who didn’t have time to pack food.
Article on the topic (in French): https://la1ere.franceinfo.fr/guyane/macapa-belem-au-fil-de-l-amazone-1302076.html
Hope this helps someone avoid some of the hassle I went through!






