De retour de Patagonie après un voyage de 4 semaines du 24 octobre au 20 novembre 2010; quelques infos pratiques :
Billet avion : Paris-Buenos Aires AR + aller Buenos Aires-Ushuaia 998€ Cie Aerolineas ( donc via Madrid) acheté en juin à NF.
Parcours : Ushuaia : Excursion canal de Beagle , randonnée Parc National de la Terre de Feu.
Ushuaia - Punta Arenas en bus (12h) plusieurs cies prix de 190 à 250 soit env de 37 à 50 euros
Punta Arenas : visite de la "pingouinerie" à Seno Otway + visite de la ville
Punta Arenas - Puerto Natales bus 4h.
Puerto Natales - Parc Torres del Paine en bus + transfert jusqu'au refuge lieu de départ de la 1ère branche du W de la Torres 3h
Après le parcours en W, retour à Puerto Natales
Puerto Natales -El Calafate bus5h 11000$Ch (env16 euros)
El Calafate : excursion au Perito Moreno dans la journée
El Calafate - El Chalten bus 4h
El Chalten : 1j rando au pied du Fitz Roy " Las Tres" + 1j rando "Cerro Torre" avec retour à El Calafate le même jour.
El Calafate-Rio Gallegos bus 4h puis Rio Gallegos – Puerto Madryn bus 18h.Rio –PM 322Ar$ semi cama env 60 euros)
Puerto Madryn : 1j d’excursion péninsule Valdez .
Puerto Madryn – Buenos Aires bus 18h (325 ar$ 65 euros puis Buenos Aires Iguazu bus 18h 343Ar$ env 70 euros
Iguazu : 1j visite Iguazu ( tres fronteras, centre soins oiseaux « la casa de los parajos)) , 1j visite chutes côté Argentin, ½ j visite chutes côté Brésilien.
Retour BA bus 18h
Visite BA env 2j.
Hotels :
- Ushuaia reservé depuis la France 220 $AR (40 euros) chambre double ( WC douche à l’extérieur).
- Punta Arenas : petit hotel « La Estancia » 25 000 Pesos chambre pour 2 (env 37 euros)
- Puerto Natales : Hotel patagonia Adventure 20 000 pesos Chiliens.(env 30 euros)
- El Calafate : Hotel Dos Pinos ch sdb+wc 140$Ar + 10$ petit déj total 150 env 30 euros
- El Chalten : Pineros Del Valle 60$ Ar (12 euros) lit en dortoir de 4
- Puerto Madryn : Hostel del Viajeros 140$Ar chambre douche toilette.
- Iguazu : Hotel Residencia Rio Selva 180$Ar ( env35 euros chambre 2 sdb+wc) + petite piscine
- Buenso Aires : Auberge de jeunesse Milhouse Hotel 50$Ar le lit en dortoir de 8.env10 euros)
Entrée des Parcs et excursions :
Parc National de la Terre de Feu : 65$ (13euros) minibus AR d’Ushuaia 75$ (15 euros)
Balade en bateau sur Canal de Beagle : agence Tres Marias 160$ar (32 euros)
Excursion Seno Otway 8000$Ch+ 6500$Ch (entrée parc) Total env 21 euros
Entrée Parc Torres Del Paine 15 000 $CH (env 22,50 euros )+ navette -> refuge 2500 $CH
Catamaran du refuge Pehoe à Pudeto 11 000 pesos env16,5 euros ( 2 bateau par jour à 12h30 et 18 :30)
Excursion Perito Moreno de Calafate prise à l’hotel dos Pinos 100 $AR + 75$Ar (entrée du parc) Total env 35 euros ; 50$Ar(env 9 euros) pour balade en bateau env 1h
Excursion Péninsule Valdez : agence Botazzi 324$Ar (aux alentours de 60 euros) dont 2h de bateau pour observer les baleines et journée en minibus avec 3 points d’arrêts pour observation des éléphants de mer, pingouins( pas très nombreux, encore moins qu’à Seno Otway).
Iguazu : parc argentin : 85$Ar (env 17euros) + bus Practico AR 7,50$Ar (1,50 euros)
Parc brésilien 92,50$Ar + 45$ ( 9euros) bus AR Cie Cruzero Del Norte liaison directe à l’entrée du Parc et passage + rapide à la frontière. 4 bus par jour.
Prix Restaurants :
On peut manger entre 10 et 25 euros selon…
les « Tenedor Libre » autrement dit des buffets à volonté peuvent être intéressants (entre 50Ar$ à Calafate et 75Ar$ à Ushuaia +cher mais bien qualité sup), Bcp d’auberges ont des cuisines à disposition.
Remarques :
Les prix ont beaucoup augmenté par rapport à ceux indiqués dans les dernières versions du GDR et LP.
Les hôtels où nous sommes allés sont toujours accueillants et très propres excepté à Puerto Madryn Hostel del Viejos qu’il faut éviter où l’accueil est très antipathique et les chambres pas terribles du tout !
Les randonnées : chemins très bien indiqués que ce soit dans le Parc Torres del Paine ou dans el Parc des Glaciers.
L’excursion de la Péninsule Valdes est assez cher mais les 2 h de balade en mer pou voir les baleines que nous pouvons voir de très près est un grand moment.
Les chutes d’Iguazu certes beaucoup de monde mais site exceptionnel.
Merci pour tous ses infos tarifaires sur ton voyage.
C'est interessant d'autant que je suis en train de regarder le budget pour y partir.
J'ai qq questions
Tes tarifs sont bien pour 1 personne ???
Est ce que y a pas trop de bus ???
Merci pour toutes ces infos. Je les conserve dans un coin de mon ordi car il y aura surement des forumistes qui en auront besoin....et comme souvent je réponds auxdemandes, cela peut être utile. J'ai bien mes données perso mais c'est mieux de multiplier les éléments. Cela donne le choix au demandeur.
Tu ne nous dis pas si tu a été ravi de ce périple. J'espère que oui car c'est vraiment une région du globe superbe. Pour ma part, je n'en connais pas beaucoup...alors ceci explique peut-être cela.
Nicole
Asso. Les Enfants d'Atacama (aide à la scolarisation dans les Andes Argentines- Prov. de Jujuy: San Juan de Quillaques; Puesto Sey et Huachichocana
Les sites pour jeter un oeil:
http://pagesperso-orange.fr/fal83http://brondy.free.fr
ces tarifs sont bien pour 1 pers pour les voyages en bus , entrée des parcs. Le prix des hôtels sont pour une chambre de 2 personnes excepté pour les dortoirs (El Chalten et BA ) pour lesquels c'est par lit.
effectivement bcp de bus mais les bus sont très confortables même en semi-cama ; il est vrai qu'au départ nous n'avions prévu d'aller à Iguazu ce qui a ajouté pas mal de trajet.
Grands espaces, voyage essentiellement nature puisque en Patagonie peu de ville et avec peu d'interêt au niveau architecture.
Argentins et chiliens rencontrés toujours très accueuillants, disponibles et toujours avec un sentiment de sécurité.
Très Européens mais peut-être moins stressés (à part peut-être à BA). En tout cas rien à voir du moins dans cette région avec le Pérou ou la Bolivie qui sont des pays très indiens et autrement dépaysants du point de vue culturel.
L'envie de retourner, ou au Chili ou en Argentine pour des randonnées dans ces paysages grandioses.
Bonjour, j'ai lu votre voyage en Patagonie avec beaucoup d'intérêts. Tout d'abord, sur quel site avez vous réservé vos hôtels ? Je suppose qu'à Buenos Aires il est possible de trouver un hôtel autre que dans une auberge de jeunesse, merci de me renseigner sur ce point. Encore un petit renseignement : Pour ce qui concerne le cataraman que vous avez pris pour observer les baleines , la visite du Perito Moreno , les chutes d'iguazu , devons nous les prévoir longtemps à l'avance, où les prendre au fur et à mesure auprès d'une agence locale ? Nous souhaitons aller dans cette région en janvier ou février 2011. Est ce la bonne période ? Mille merci pour votre réponse. 😏
Désolé pour cette réponse très tardive mais si vous partez en jan ou fev...2012
Apparemment pas vraiment de "règles" au niveau météo, janv et fevrier c'est l'été donc à priori bonne saison cela dit nou avons eu un printemps exceptionnellement chaud .
Pour les visites :
- catamaran réservation la veille auprès d'agence locale à Puerto Madryn, les hôtels proposent également les tours avec les agences ; par contre en janvier et février il n'est pas sûr que les baleines soient au rdv. ( plutôt de juillet à décembre)
- visite Perito Moreno même topo nous avons pris le tour à l'hôtel.
- chutes d'Iguazu : rien à réserver jsute à prendre le bus à la gare
Quant aux hotels nous avions réservé à l'avance uniquement l'hôtel à Ushuaia (ref Lonely ou GdR )et les nuits dans les refuges-hôtels du Parc Torres del Paine.
Bien sûr hôtels autre que auberges de jeunesse à BA ; ( ce sont les circonstances qui ont fait que nous avons fait ce choix pas très judicieux)
Je n'avais pas de thermomètre ! mais à Ushuaia et Terre de Feu entre 5° et 10°, dans le Parc Torres del Paine et Parc des Glaciers à El Chalten entre 12 et 20° voire plus ( nous avons marché la plupart du temps en Tshirt), Péninsule Valdes douceur avec du vent env 16-20°, BA 25° et Iguazu entre 25° et 30° ( Fin octobre-début Nov les infos TV signalaient des températures de 30° à 35° à BA en titrant sur les températures d'été au printemps ).
Par ailleurs pas de vent en Patagonie ce qui semble exceptionnel là aussi
Ton message reste d une grande utilite pour les aspects pratiques.
J ai deux petites questions precies car nous partons a peu pres a la meme periode (11 oct - 02 nov) et allons faire egalement la plus grosse partie en bus:
- 1/ pour commence nous avons le choix de descendre en avion de BA vers bariloche ou Puerto Madryn:
=> quel est le choix le plus logique sachant que nous voulons nous rendre par la suite a E l Calafate?
- 2/ Je crains aussi que toutes les lignes ne soit ouverte debut octobre ( y a til un risque de ce cote la?)
La descente direct vers Ushuaia est une autre possibilite.
Normalement on ne peut pas descendre de Bariloche à El Calafate en bus par la 40 avant le 15 novembre.Il faut passer par Comodoro Rivadavia et c'est...galère.Le mieux est d'aller directement en avion à Ushuaia et de remonter par étapes en bus.Néanmoins, celà représente de longues heures de bus.Pour ma part je suis allé directement (si l'on peut dire) de Ushuaia à Bariloche en 2,5 jours environ avec une journée d'attente à C.Rivadavia.Bariloche...Bof!
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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.
