Je m'appelle Marie, j'ai 21 ans, et je pars ce dimanche 16 en Bolivie. Suite à un petit contretemps je partirai finalement seule.
Du coup, je me demande si je ne devrais pas décaler mon billet (Je commence un stage humanitaire le 1 er juillet à Potosi), car j'entends depuis quelques temps que la Bolivie n'est pas très sûre - pour une fille toute seule- en particulier dans les grandes villes.
Est-ce le cas?
Je ne comptais que rester deux jours à la Paz pour ensuite me diriger vers le lac Titicaca, puis Cuzco et le Canon Del Colca. Avez-vous des suggestions d'itinéraires?
Enfin s'il s'avère que je pars ce dimanche, je voyagerais volontier avec quelqu'un d'autre pour découvrir le pays.
Salut,
Ne te fais pas trop de mouron, suit les consignes habituelles (pas de signes de richesses, ne pas traîner seule la nuit, le passeport + CB + argent dans une ceinture ventrale ou à l'hôtel, faire gaffe au taxi).
Passe un bon voyage, tu vas t'éclater !
si tu suis les règle de base et de bon sens (ne pas suivre n'importe qui qui te propose n'importe quoi), tu n'auras pas de problème.
Profite bien, et ne change surtout pas ton billet d'avion. Tu vas adorer.
Curieusement, alors que je me suis beaucoup baladée seule le soir dans les rues de la Paz, lorsque j'ai été agressée et volée, je n'était justement pas seule 😮, mais accompagnée par un ami (qui s'est fait agressé également bien sûr). Bref, seule ou à deux, cela ne change pas grand chose pour les bandes d'agresseurs. Au contraire: à deux, on bavarde plus, on marche plus lentement et on ne fait pas du tout attention à ce qui se passe autour de soi (je n'ai même pas eu le temps de voir nos agresseurs: j'ai été étranglée et assommée en un tour de main, leur méthode était très bien rodée 🤪).
Ceci dit: pas de panique. La Bolivie n'est pas plus dangereuse que les autres pays d'Amérique du Sud, mais en tant que touriste, on est des proies idéales (mais apparemment, c'est pareil à Paris ces temps-ci: pas sûr que La Paz soit plus dangereuse 🤪)
avant de lire mes conseils je voulais juste dire que ce n'est pas pour t'effrayer mais seulement pour que tu y ailles préparé.
le fait d'être seule est certainement un désavantage car plus que tout les voleurs sont très lâche et ils n'attaquent que les personnes dont le risque est faible, ensuite la chose la plus important est de faire confiance en personne, ni bolivien, ni péruvien, ni français ou autre touriste.
Ensuite ne dis à personne que tu es seule, dit que tes amis vont te rejoindre, ton petit ami enfin un truc dans le genre, ni où tu vis en tout cas le moins de monde possible, recherches les endroit avec du monde, évites les horaires où il y a peu de monde dans les rues matin et soir en général, les voleurs ne t'attaquent presque jamais à l'improviste, au Pérou on les appels les marcas cela veut bêtement dire qu'ils t'ont déjà repérés depuis longtemps et recherche un endroit tranquille pour t'attaquer en général ils te repèrent dans les banques, les distributeurs, les hôtels.
Comme je l'ai écrit plus haut ne fait pas confiance à de nouveaux "amis" peut importe leurs origines ils peuvent très bien être des complice de voleurs, tu vas leur parler naïvement de ta vie, que tu es seule etc... et il t'emmènera dans un endroit où ses "camarades" te voleront avec lui bien sur pour ne pas le faire soupçonner et toi tu sauras pas pourquoi ni comment tu t'es faite volé.
Si c'est ta première fois en Amérique latine je te conseillerai de lire les messages qui indiquent les choses à faire ou ne pas faire, il vaut mieux être trop préparé que pas assez, tu as toutes les chances que ton séjour se passe sans problème mais à conditions de respecter certains comportement, je ne connais pas la Bolivie, je connais seulement le Pérou mais d'après ce que des connaissances m'on dit de leur voyage en Bolivie ce n'est pas du tout mieux que le Pérou.
Désolé de ne pas être aussi anthousiaste que les précédents messages mais cela se passe comme ça ici.
... mais tu ne vas pas rester seule longtemps car tu vas aller dormir dans des guesthouses dans des chambres à 6, 12 lits et là, tu vas rencontrer des filles comme toi qui partent seules.
Nous avions au Pérou rencontré par trois fois des filles seules et elles nous ont toutes dites qu'elles le sont rarement car elles rencontrent d'autres femmes et qu'elles se sentent en sécurité.
Bien sûr, tu as toutes les précautions d'usage et tu les connais!
Oméga a raison, tu resteras pas longtemps seule, à moins de le vouloir.
On a rencontré plein de voyageuses seules, et aucune n'a eu de problèmes. En général la Bolivie ça ne craint pas vraiment, surtout si on respecte les consignes de bases.
"On a rencontré plein de voyageuses seules, et aucune n'a eu de problèmes. En général la Bolivie ça ne craint pas vraiment, surtout si on respecte les consignes de bases. "
je pense qu'il serait bien plus judicieux de dire de faire attention plutôt que de lui vas-y fonce il y a pas de danger mais je suis persuadé que si elle a un problème en Bolivie vous irez surement l'aider car vous vous sentirez responsable, non?
Il y a trois ans, un collègue de travail m'a annoncé qu'il partait vivre en Bolivie il prenait même des cours d'espagnol, il était très motivé, un mois après son arrivée à La Paz i s'est fait assassiné, personne n'a jamais su pourquoi, je ne dis pas que cela arrive tout le temps je dis juste que c'est un pays où il y a des risques et plus encore pour une fille seule de 21 ans, dire oui vas-y tu crains rien c'est super! je trouve ça irresponsable surtout pour des personnes qui sont allé dans le pays que quelques jours.
Respecter les consignes de base c'est justement faire attention. Je ne pense pas avoir dit quoi que ce soit d'irresponsable. Je voulais juste la rassurer.
Non, ce n'est pas un problème pour une fille seule de voyager en Bolivie si on fait un minimum attention. Comme partout ailleurs dans le monde.
Désolé pour ton ami, qui a dû être au mauvais endroit au mauvais moment, comme ça aurait pu malheureusement arriver dans presque n'importe quelle grosse ville du monde.
je pense que pour chaque pays il y a des choses à savoir, en Amérique latine il y a des techniques différentes des autres pays, encore une fois je ne connais pas la Bolivie mais je vis depuis environ 4 ans au Pérou avec ce que je connais du Pérou et ce que des personnes que je connais très bien m'ont raconté sur la Bolivie et bien c'est quand même très loin de l'île aux enfants que vous décriviez. En ce qui concerne mon collègue de travail je ne le connaissais pas vraiment juste deux mois en fait il était plein de rêves dans la tête et quand j'ai appris sa mort cela m'a fait bizarre et réfléchir aussi, je ne sais pas les circonstances de son assassinat mais si des personnes l'avait allertés sans doute qu'il serait vivant.
Je ne dis pas que c'est l'île aux enfants, mais que ce n'est pas spécialement dangereux. A mon avis le Pérou est actuellement plus dangereux que la Bolivie, j'ai rencontré beaucoup plus de voyageurs à qui il était arrivé quelque chose à Lima ou Arequipa que partout ailleurs en Bolivie.
Enfin, je pense qu'on est d'accord sur le fond. Si on se renseigne un peu et qu'on fait attention, tout se passe bien. (sauf rare malchance évidemment)
Pour donner un peu plus de poids a ton argumentation que la Bolivie (et le pérou) ne sont pas des pays de bisounours. On peut comparer le taux de homicide.
Pour 100 000 hab
France : 1.0 (2012)
Bresil : 20.1 (2010)
Pérou : 10.3 (2009)
Bolivie : ??? (le gouvernement ne semble pas vouloir communiqué sur ça)
Alors, oui. Les précaution d'usage ne doivent pas être identique dans chaque pays. Même avec les précaution d'usage, un voyageur dans ces pays à 10 fois plus de malchance de connaitre une mort violente "volontaire".
"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).
"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).
Oui tout à fait, on est d'accord sur le fond, il faut faire attention c'est tout, bien se renseigner sur les pratiques des bandits locaux et puis profiter de son voyage, mes messages n'étaient pas pour effrayer je suis le premier à critiquer ceux qu'ils le font, je voulais juste qu'elle parte le plus préparé possible, après le facteur chance joue beaucoup, cela fait 4 ans que je vis à Lima et il ne m'est jamais rien arrivé, on m'a de suite bien conseillé et l'expérience y fait.
Mais je vais me répéter les techniques des bandits du Pérou et de Bolivie ne sont pas les même qu'en France et il ne faut faire confiance en personne, rien que sur ça je pourrai écrire un livre, rassurez-vous je vais m'en tenir là.
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Hi everyone,
I’m a 67-year-old woman who loves to travel, and for my third solo trip, I’ve decided to explore Indonesia.
I’ll be there from September 1st to October 5th, and I’m really struggling to plan my itinerary.
I’d love any advice you can share—I’ll read it all carefully.
So far, I’ve booked my first two nights with a local host in Jakarta, and then I’m heading to Borobudur. That’s all I’ve got planned for now.
Do you think I should book accommodations and transport tickets in advance? It seems really complicated, or could I just decide day by day based on how I feel?
Thanks in advance for your replies!
Hi everyone,
I’m planning a solo trip to Mongolia this summer, without an agency. However, I’d like to have a guide accompany me for certain parts of my journey.
From my research, I understand that most "activities," accommodations, and transportation are best arranged day by day, depending on opportunities and encounters. Without an agency, everything is organized on the spot.
I’d love to hear more opinions on this, especially regarding the Orkhon Valley.
Here’s the itinerary I’m planning:
* UB -> Mörön (flight) -> Khatgal (local buses)
A few days at Lake Khövsgöl
* Khatgal -> Mörön -> Jargalant -> Tariat (local buses)
A few days at the White Lakes
* White Lakes -> Tsetserleg -> Kharkhorin (4x4 with driver)
A few days in the Orkhon Valley
+ the Eight Lakes (horseback trekking with a guide)
* Return to UB
From what I’ve gathered, the first part should be fairly straightforward, but I have questions about the Orkhon Valley.
Here are my questions:
-> Tsetserleg to Kharkhorin route:
Have any of you made this trip by booking a driver on the spot when arriving in Tsetserleg? Was it easy to find an available driver? And did you find it easy/difficult/impossible to find other travelers to share the ride with? Ideally, I’d like to share this leg with fellow travelers.
-> The Eight Lakes: Could you share your experience with the Eight Lakes? Did you easily find a guide directly on site? Were you able to share this experience with other travelers?
Last question for women who’ve traveled solo in Mongolia:
-> How did you experience it? Do you have any specific tips or recommendations?
I’m considering a road trip (rental car) to explore the Canadian Rockies in September 2026, starting in Calgary and ending with about 10 days in Vancouver and the surrounding area. (Two weeks in the Rockies and a little under two weeks in Vancouver and nearby.)
I’d like to say that being a woman traveling alone doesn’t really bother me. That’s not the issue. Being a woman is just how it is, and I don’t see that changing anytime soon, but traveling solo is something I could fix by finding travel companions. However, I had a not-so-great experience in India with two girls who were total strangers at first and turned out to be quite annoying, so I’m a bit put off by the idea now.
My question is simple, assuming I do this trip alone: is it worth sticking *only* to driving? I have **zero** sense of direction—with a map, I’m hopeless. So, is it realistic to think, "With my GPS, I’ll just drive from Calgary to Vancouver and see what I see," since I don’t see myself hiking alone? I’m not easily scared, but I wouldn’t feel confident doing that solo. Unless all the sightseeing is done with a guide (but then, hello, the cost—my budget isn’t exactly overflowing).
What do you all think?
Thanks for taking the time to read this.
Take care and happy travels.
Cheers,
Régine
Hi,
After a week of sports south of Bergen, I’m not sure what to visit during the following week between Bergen and Oslo.
I haven’t planned to rent a car.
I’d love your suggestions. Thanks
Hi everyone, I’m really keen to visit Iran for three weeks in mid-March 2015.
What worries me a bit isn’t so much traveling alone—I’m used to it and know the Middle East well—but rather the current events (Islamic State) that could potentially become dangerous.
Flights are pretty cheap at the moment, and I’d like to book before prices go up.
Any advice from people who know the ground situation and Iranian current affairs better than I do would be much appreciated! :)
Hi there! I’m in the middle of planning my first solo trip (as a woman). Do you have any ideal destinations with activities like hiking, diving, sightseeing, and easy ways to meet locals—all on a small budget?
I’d love to hear from anyone who’s had this experience before! :)
Hi there,
Who could recommend a reliable agency for visiting several islands, including the parks around Komodo? I’m traveling solo as a woman.
Thanks for your great tips!
Hi everyone,
I’m often in transit in Tokyo and I stay at the hotel because Japanese people speak little English and the signs are almost always in Japanese!
Any ideas for getting from Narita to a nice park or an onsen? I wanted to try Hokkaido, but apart from renting a car, it’s all trains! Any suggestions for a car with a driver? Or is it too expensive? Small group tours in Hokkaido? I read about the Explorator group’s offer—way too expensive!!!
I’ve got a maximum of 8 days. I’d just like a nice Japanese break.
Thanks for any tips you can share!
my friend, with whom I traveled to Iran, Myanmar, and India, really wanted to take a one-month trip to Armenia and Georgia. So we booked our flights (June 21 to July 19), but disaster struck—she can’t travel anymore due to serious family reasons.
Now I’m heading off on this adventure alone. It’s not that I’ve never traveled solo before—I spent three months exploring Southeast Asia by myself last year—but I still have a few questions, and I’d really appreciate your input.
* I don’t think traveling alone in these countries is very risky—what do you think?
* Maybe I could hire a driver? What would that cost, since some places seem tricky to reach by public transport. Do you have any driver recommendations?
* I don’t want to rent a car—the driving seems too unpredictable, especially in Georgia.
* I’d love to do some nice hikes—are there any guides available?
Here’s my rough itinerary:
YEREVAN and surroundings
YEGHEGNADZOR for Noravank
GORIS and TATEV
LAKE SEVAN
DILIJAN
HAGHPAT
TBILISI and surroundings
The CAUCASUS toward Mestia
UPLISTSIKHE
VARDZIA
Return to Yerevan for my flight
Thanks to anyone who can share their experiences or answer my questions!
Hi everyone,
I wanted to share a few tips that really helped me better prepare my carry-on luggage. After a few trips (and some mistakes too!), I’ve finally found a way to organize myself that makes life a lot easier. Maybe this can help other travelers here.
1. Choose a practical and sturdy bag
A good bag is the foundation. I’ve noticed that a model with a solid structure, sturdy wheels, and a well-thought-out interior really changes the experience. Hard-shell suitcases hold up better, especially when you’re hopping between flights. Personally, I use a Lambert suitcase because the interior is super well-divided, but the important thing is to find a model that works for you.
2. Rolling your clothes really works
It’s simple, but it saves so much space. Plus, it wrinkles less. I do this now for almost everything, especially lightweight clothes.
3. Keep everything in a small kit
100 ml liquids, toothbrush, cream, mini first-aid kit… Having all of that in one clear toiletry bag makes going through security much easier. It saves you from having to take everything out and put it back in a rush.
4. A pouch for essentials
Passport, headphones, charger, phone… I keep all of that in the same pouch. It saves so much stress when you need to find something quickly, especially on the plane.
5. Traveling lighter makes all the difference
Since I started choosing versatile clothes that mix and match well, I travel with a lot less. Less weight, fewer decisions to make, fewer things to lug around. It honestly makes traveling so much more enjoyable.
From the conversations I’ve had with other travelers (and several customers too), I’ve realized you can really simplify your trip just by organizing a little better and choosing good accessories.
If you have other tips or methods that work for you, I’d love to read them. We always learn from others on this forum.
Looking forward to exchanging with you all!
Hi,
Has anyone recently taken the boat to Casamance from Dakar and could share their experience?
From France, is it possible to book online, or do you need to go through an agency? How far in advance?
Boarding/disembarking: how does it work? Do we have to check in our luggage and then pick it up on arrival?
What’s the vibe like on the boat in the seating area?
Has anyone ever stopped over in Carabane? Accommodation options there?
Thanks so much if you have any recent info!
Exploring India by road is all about having a good driver. I highly recommend the one I’ve traveled with for 5 "safe" trips—Rajasthan 3 times over 16 years, Gujarat, Himachal Pradesh, and Punjab. He’s been driving tourists for 25 years now and is more than just a driver. He knows how to talk about his country, the cities you visit, and suggests alternative routes.
He’s well-connected with real local guides who don’t just ramble (as he puts it himself) or drag you into shops claiming to be run by their "so-called family." Depending on your preferences, he can suggest well-tested itineraries and recommend typical hotels like Havelis.
For dining, he oversees meal prep based on your spice-level preferences. He’s Sikh and deeply respectful of his passengers.
He speaks English better than French, but one of his daughters is studying French at university.
Hi,
We’d like to spend about twenty days in Albania next July. We’re two women traveling together and we’re thinking of renting a small car. Does that sound reasonable, or should we avoid it?
Thanks for your advice.
Hi there,
I’m spending a week in Morocco (Rabat - Meknes - Fes).
I’ll be traveling solo—is it safe for a woman over 60?
For transportation, I’m planning to take the train. I was thinking of buying my ticket last minute, but it’s around the end-of-year period…?
I’ll be in Meknes on December 31st—any suggestions on how they celebrate New Year’s Eve there?
Is anyone visiting these destinations? Maybe we could meet up…?
Thanks in advance.
Hi there,
After hearing so much about Djerba, especially the GO clubs, is it risky for a young, pretty newly-retired woman to visit the island alone?
Thanks in advance.
Hi,
Does anyone know how late the buses run from Cusco Airport to the city center? I land at 9:30 PM, plus time to clear customs, pick up my luggage, and exchange some money—figure an extra 30 to 45 minutes. Though, come to think of it, I still have 5 sols from last time—maybe that’ll be enough for the bus?
Thanks.
Brigitte
Planned arrival on Sunday evening, November 16, 2025, in San José. Staying 3 nights, then taking a bus to Tortuguero for 2 nights. Looking for a shared shuttle to La Fortuna for 2 nights, then a van-boat-van combo to Santa Elena for 2 or 3 nights. Heading to Quepos for 4 nights for day trips using local buses—Jaco, San Antonio, Uvita. After that, a full-day bus ride to Cahuita. I’m booking hotels as I go, which gives me the flexibility to stay longer in places I like. I’m looking for accommodations in city centers near restaurants and not too far from the bus station. Budget: 50 € for a room with a private bathroom (if you’ve got any great tips!). For my finale, I’ll cross the land border to Panama City for 4 days. Thanks for your suggestions! 😉
As I mentioned before, I’m heading to Istanbul next summer, and I’ve heard there have been quite a few attacks by Kurds in Turkey recently, which is making me hesitate about my trip.
What do you all think? :( I’m wondering if it’s really a good idea to go...
Hi everyone,
I’m 66 and just discovered solo travel in Uzbekistan—I loved it! So I’ve decided to explore Africa, starting with Senegal. I’m just beginning my research, but if anyone can give me advice on which month to go, what to see, and whether this destination is safe—or maybe suggest another African country—I’d really appreciate your tips!
Hi there!
We’re leaving in early November for a month.
Here’s our itinerary:
Arrival in Takhmau, then heading to:
Kampong Cham
Kratie – 2 days
Mondolkiri – 3 days
Ratanakiri – 3 days
Stung Treng – 1 day
Siem Reap – 4 days
Battambang – 1 day
Kampong Chhnang – 3 days
Kampot – 2 days
Islands (WE’RE HESITATING WHICH ONE?) – 4 DAYS
Phnom Penh – 2 days
That’s it! 😊
We’re backpacking… and we love spots that aren’t too touristy. If you’ve got any tips, we’re all ears!
Thanks
Hi there,
We’d like to stay in Switzerland for five days.
There are two of us (women).
We don’t know this country at all.
What cities or affordable spots would you recommend for visiting?
Cheap accommodation.
Looking for community-based options.
And being close to public transport.
Thanks for your tips and experiences!
Best regards.
Hi there,
I was wondering if anyone has taken a Rede Expressos bus from Lisbon Airport to Lagos, and if so, where exactly at the airport you need to board it? I’m worried I’ll get lost and miss my bus...
Hi again,
I’m adding more details to my info request. Here are two proposed itineraries. We’re hesitating:
Colombo - Unawatuna 2 days - Sinharaja 1 day - Bandarawela 2 days - Kandy 3 days - Dambulla 2 days - Wilpattu Park 1 day - Kalpitiya 3 days - Negombo 1 day
What should we change or add a day for to include Jaffna?
Or:
Negombo 1 day - Anuradhapura 2 days - Jaffna 2 days - Sigiriya 2 days - Dambulla 1 day - Kandy 2 days - Ella 1 day - Galle 3 days
For your advice.
Is it better to finish in Galle or Kalpitiya?
Thanks in advance!
Nicole
This is a warning message! I’d like to address it especially to young women traveling alone for the first time in India. Other travelers may react to my post based on their own experiences, but I think what I’m about to say shouldn’t be taken lightly—unless that’s what you’re looking for!
Last July, I traveled to Northern India. I stopped in Khajuraho to see the famous tantric temples. I stayed one night, and that was more than enough. Khajuraho is very touristy, but you should know that 80% of young Indian men there are "gigolos." Locals call these young men (aged 18 to 30) "playboys" or "Lapka" (which means "capture the woman" in Hindi)!!!
They approach tourists with kindness and politeness, offering tea or a motorcycle ride (which they’ve often gotten from generous Western female tourists) to waterfalls a few kilometers from Khajuraho or other tourist sites. After befriending you, they charm you—be careful, these are professionals who are very skilled at this; it’s all they do, and they do it well. They’ll offer you food, drinks, and even temple entry to confuse you. They’ll suggest spending the evening or even the night with them. **Refuse (unless you’re into local flings and that’s why you came)!!!!**
At first, you’ll be seduced by their generosity, let your guard down, and then they’ll make you believe in *true love*. They won’t leave you alone and will keep in touch via email or phone if you give them your details. The lines they use to soften you up and scam you include: *"I’m the only one taking care of my family, my brother is sick, I don’t know what to do..."* All of this is to manipulate you into offering them money. They’ll never ask for it outright (to avoid being exposed) but will wait for you to suggest it.
If you receive emails from them, they’ll never be signed, and their name won’t appear in the email address (to avoid leaving traces). They use fake names to avoid being reported. If you believe their sob stories and offer help, they’ll give you a bank account number to send money via Western Union. These young men make a living from this—selling their bodies and scamming people! They’re very skilled, charming, manipulative, and *big-time cheaters*!
(Especially one young man who goes by the alias *Tony*—apparently the most skilled. He lives in a hotel near the lake, *Krishna Cottage*, and is in regular contact via Skype with Western women he’s tricked into believing he loves them while shamelessly scamming them. He even opened an internet café on the roof of the hotel with money he stole from women who fell for his charm.)
So, young romantic women craving love, sensitive singles, or anyone emotionally vulnerable—**don’t let yourself be scammed!!!** This behavior is becoming more common in India and is still relatively unknown. Male prostitution is on the rise, and cases of romantic scams and financial fraud by gigolos are increasing.
hi everyone! I’d like to visit Montreal and the surrounding areas in August, and I’ve got 3 weeks of vacation. I’m traveling alone and will be visiting my daughter, who recently moved there. She’ll be working and only available in the evenings! So I’m torn between spending a week in Montreal, then taking a flight to Cuba, and returning to France from Havana—or staying in Montreal and exploring the nearby areas alone.
For my first idea—going to Cuba—is it feasible in terms of administrative formalities and legality? And for my second idea, is it possible to take buses? If so, is it too expensive? And are there many places served by them?
From FES, I’d like to spend a few days in:
MEKNES
CHEFCHAOUEN
TETOUAN
and then return to FES.
I’m planning this trip in November.
Thanks for your tips!
I just got back from an unforgettable road trip in Madagascar where I drove down the legendary RN7. It connects Tana (the capital) to Tulear.
Since we were traveling as a group of girls, we decided to go with a guide. I’d never done an “organized” trip before, but I have to say we loved this first tailor-made travel experience.
From the highlands of the Red Island
down to the west coast, by the Mozambique Channel.
Vast landscapes as far as the eye can see
Human encounters
Discovering ancestral artisanal know-how
Sunsets over the ochre mountains
Intense, precious moments with my friends
We loved the mountains, visits to artisans, and the parties too ;-)
We used local guides to show us specific spots (like Isalo National Park, where we were able to bivouac)
Hi there,
My friend and I are traveling together between October and November 2025—no exact dates yet.
We’d love to step away from the typical travel agency packages and are hoping to rent a car locally and stay with locals, living with them rather than in a vacation rental.
Does anyone know if this is possible?
Thanks in advance for your advice and tips!
Warm regards to all
