Bonjour je voudrait savoir si il est Possible de retirer de l'argent avec une carte maestro au perou bolivie chili argentine paraguay et bresil s'il vous plait et si oui combien je sais qu'au perou on peut retirer que 200 dollars americains par jours environ pour les autres pays ? si quelqu'un est au courant
Je sais pas si tu le sais mais chaque retrait avec une carte maestro dans un distributeur autre que celui de ta banque est souvent payant. Cela peux vite te revenir plus cher que de prendre une mastercard classique en voyage.
Le montant de retrait dépend aussi de tes revenus. Normalement le plafond a été calculer lors de l'émission de ta carte. Regarde ton contrat ou demande directement à ton conseiller de ta banque.
"Un bivouac c'est un peu comme le dépucelage et la première cuite, une espèce de rite qui fais de toi un homme" (MonsieurHenri du site randonner-léger.org).
donc que me conseil tu ? prendre une carte mastercard ??? il y'a une legere comission prise lors du retrait en banque autre que la mienne oui sa c sur mais c pas elever tout depend de la somme ke je veut retirer je vais voir avec mon conseiller en banque
la maestro c'est souvent pour les gens a très faible revenu . Elle marche dans tout le réseau Mastercard.
Tu peux aussi demander à ton conseiller de modifier le plafond de ta carte suivant tes revenus.
Tu as un plafond pour les distributeurs de ta banque et un autres pour les banque concurrent et à l'étranger.
La mastercard classique coute en général pas grand chose de plus par an par rapport à la maestro.
A toi de voir si les plus (paiement sur le net, location de voiture, etc...) de la classique vaut le coût pour toi.
Le bon plan, c'est essayer d'avoir une mastercard Gold gratuite.
Souvent en négociant (souvent lors de l'ouverture d'un compte), on arrive à avoir la 1er année gratuite. L'astuce c'est de pas renouveler la carte à la fin de la 1er année.
Et alors là, c'est le pied pour les voyages. Regarde la partie "assurance" de la Gold sur cette page:
"Un bivouac c'est un peu comme le dépucelage et la première cuite, une espèce de rite qui fais de toi un homme" (MonsieurHenri du site randonner-léger.org).
bonjour ,
je te deconseille vivement la maestro , je l'ai utilisé au pérou , ca fonctionnait , jusque quand ma carte a été avalée ...et là grosse galère .
je te conseille d'avoir une carte visa HSBC , banques qui se trouvent un peu partout ici ...la limite de retrait au perou est de 700 soles , c'est peu ...mais c'est juste un petit salaire péruvien ^^ ...en gros tu devrais pouvoir survivre .
generalement ; les tours , les activités , les restos ont le lecteur visa ...maestro surement pas
Bonjour je voudrait savoir si il est Possible de retirer de l'argent avec une carte maestro au perou bolivie chili argentine paraguay et bresil ...
La maestro, c'est pas top, parmi tes destinations, je ne connais que l'argentine (2010) et le Pérou (2012). Pour l'argentine, pas trop de soucis, les cartes passent assez bien, du moins dans les grandes villes. Pour le Pérou, c'est autre choses, les distributeurs sont un peu plus "caractériels" dans le même distri la mastercard de ma femme a été refusé, et ma gold accepté. En tout cas, fait relever tes plafonds de retrait. De plus, coté assurance, il faut tout payer avec la gold. J' avais loué une voiture en juillet, j'ai eu un petit accrochage non responsable, j'ai donc appris que je n'étais pas assuré et c'est uniquement parce que j'avais aussi payé l'avion avec la carte que l'assurance m'a remboursé. Garde tous tes ticket, tous tes justificatifs de paiement, jusqu'à ton retour en France.
Amitiés,
Benoît
donc si je part avec ma carte Maestro je risque de perdre ma carte avalé dans un distributeur mais en general dans les grandes ville comme Lima Arequipa La paz Cochabamba Salta il devrait y avoir la carte maestro accepter normalement je risque quoi d'autres si je voyage en carte maestro ? le mieux est de prendre une carte gold master card la carte visa je peut pas l'autre fois j'ai fait un decouvert d'une somme moyen je prefere eviter de prendre le risque sa peut aller loin les decouvert donc en dehors de la carte visa Hsbc je peut demander carte mastercard gold ok je vais voir avec ma banque merci beaucoup si quelqu'un a d'autres infos sur les pays mentionnés vis a vis des cartes de retrait merci
a Arequipa , certains distributeurs sont maestro ...mais ma maestro a été avalée a AQP ... tu peux egalement demander a ne pas aller en négatif avec une visa ... pour le reste hsbc est le meilleur plan ...sinon previens ta banque que tu pars a Amerique du sud , sinon , tu risque de voir ton compte bloqué a cause d'une suspicion de fraude
AQP ? Arequipa ? je prefere eviter la carte visa je veut pas me retrouver avec des gros decouvert la carte maestro est valable dans combien de pays environ ? suspicion de fraude qu'est ce que c'est ???? j'ai rdv avec ma banque la semaine prochaine pour leur en parler je vais voir avec eux comment sa se fait qu'elle a été avaler ta carte maestro logiquement si le distributeur fait maestro il ne devrais pas y avoir de probleme
Tu risque surtout de ne plus pouvoir retirer le moindre sol. Quand je pars en voyage, j'ai toujours avec moi une sécurité d'environ 1000 euros, dans une ceinture équipée d'une poche interieure. Cela ne se voit pas, et cela n'a aucun inconvenient (sauf que si t'as pas prévu, tu dois trouver des toilettes).
la maestro a AQP , j'ai trouvé qq distributeurs , puis un jour , hop ma carte avalée ....pourquoi ?? bin , on en sait rien , une chose est sûre , ne pas trop se fier au systeme Peruvien , c'est mas o menos ... j'ai du me faire envoyer de l'argent par western union , plus le change , je te dis pas comme j'ai perdu !! (genre 1/3) ...
si tu ne previens pas ta banque , et qu'elle voit des retrais au Pérou ... elle va bloquer ton compte pcq elle estime qu'il y a fraude ...pas tjs mais ca arrive ...
... sans rire , je vis ici , je te déconseille maestro ...maintenant fais comme tu le sens , il faut parfois le vivre pour le savoir 😎 ...
j'ai un ami qui est venu , il a demandé une visa sans decouvert pq pas toi ? il faut 15 jours pour l'avoir ...
ok je prendrait de l'argent sur moi environ 700 euros il existe des bureaux de change sur Lima et Arequipa ? mise a part l'aeroport de Lima le mieux est de changer sont argent en france je vais demander combien je peut retirer par mois et par semaine et a combien s'eleve les frais quand je retire dans des banque d'autres pays
je vais voir avec ma Banque mais je pense qu'avec la carte Maestro je pourrait retirer a Lima la Paz Salta et autres grandes villes je vais voir avec ma banque pour la carte visa sans decouvert merci des conseils je vais pas prendre de risque
Je pars toujours avec ma Maestro (en plus d'une carte de crédit) et je n'ai jamais eu de soucis avec.
J'ai retiré sans problème au Chili et en Argentine, et dans des pays sud-américains bien moins "évolués" que ces 2 là... 😉
La Maestro devrait à peu près fonctionner dans tous les pays d'Amérique Latine. Donc je n'ai pas testé mais je peux te dire à 99% que ça fonctionne aussi dans les autres pays que tu as cités.
Il suffit d'aller dans un distributeur (muni de l'autocollant Maestro), de jour. En cas de problème, tu vas au guichet de la banque et tu récupères ta carte.
Aucun distributeur du monde n'a jamais avalé ma Maestro.
Au Perou , tu ne récupères pas ta carte le jour même et au bout d'une semaine elle est detruite ...
...ma carte de banque avec maestro a été avalé dans un distributeur avec maestro ... je ne serais pas aussi catégorique que toi car en cas de pepin avec ta seule carte maestro , tu es bien dans la muise .... je l'ai été , c'est pas marrant :/
... je ne serais pas aussi catégorique que toi car en cas de pepin avec ta seule carte maestro , tu es bien dans la muise .... je l'ai été , c'est pas marrant :/
C'est pour cela que j'ai dit que je la prenais toujours en plus de ma carte de crédit (+ du cash).
Je ne suis pas catégorique, je fais juste part de mon expérience 🙂 et je te crois tout à fait quand tu racontes la tienne.
Si j'ai précisé l'histoire de l'autollant Maestro, c'est qu'il m'est arrivé de voir des gens essayer de retirer des sous dans un distributeur qui n'en était pas muni 🤪
Bonsoir je vais reflechir soit je garde ma carte Maestro soi je prendrait une carte mastercard mais je suis sure que je pourrait retirer de l'argent dans les grandes villes tel que Lima Arequipa La paz Cochabamba potosi salta ? san pedro d'atacama ??? apres je prendrait de l'argent sur moi
Combien on peut retirer de cops ou d'euros en une fois au distributeur de billets? Est ce que il acceptent d'être payés en dollar? et est ce qu on peut payer…
Je vois de tout au sujet de la cigarette électronique en Argentine... Savez-vous si on peut prendre son matériel pour une consommation personnelle? Merci…
L hiver approche donc on repense voyages!!!! un peu de changement cette fois ci après l Asie pendant plus de 15 ans je vais aller vadrouiller en Colombie;…
Peut on planter sa tente, faire un feu et dormir tranquillement sur les plages d'Alter do chao? Est ce autorisé? Si vous avez des suggestions sur des trucs…
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
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?
A group of friends and I are heading to Brazil in March 2019 and we’d love to attend the Carnival parade. I could really use your help because I’m struggling to find reviews for online ticket sellers for Carnival.
I came across rio-carnival—is this a reliable agency?
Do you have other agencies to recommend or experiences to share?
Any advice is welcome.
