Je pars en Argentine à la fin du mois d'octobre 2007, pour 3 semaines : objectif Patagonie.
Les grandes lignes sont :
BA - Région des Lacs - Péninsule Valdes - Région des Glaciers - Terre de Feu - BA (USH-BA en avion).
Venant de la Péninsule Valdes, je souhaiter aller à Los Antiguos pour prendre la Ruta 40 jusqu'à El Chalten puis aller à El Calafate et enfin à Ushuaia via Rio Gallegos. Mais l'agence Chalten Travel que j'ai contacté m'a indiqué que son service de bus sur la Ruta 40 ne commence que mi-novembre (j'ai besoin débt novembre). Connaissez-vous une alternative? S'il n'y a pas de bus pour aller de Los Antiguos à El Chalten, alors je dois passer deux fois par Rio Gallegos.
Dans la Région des Lacs, quatre villes me semblent être de bons points de départ pour des treks : Junin, San Martin, Bariloche et El Bolson. Mais comme je manque de temps, je pensais laisser tomber Bariloche. Dans le Nord de la Région des Lacs, j'ai donc le choix entre Junin et San Martin. Comme je pensais faire un trek dans le Nord de la Région des Lacs et un autre dans le Sud, Junin et El Bolson me semblent être de bonnes options. Qu'en pensez-vous?
Je compte camper pendant les treks (1 trek départ de Junin, 1 trek départ de El Bolson, 1 trek départ de EL Chalten, chaque fois une nuit). J'envisage de prendre un réchaud à alcool à brûler. Est-ce qu'on trouve de l'alcool à brûler facilement et comment ça se dit en espagnol?
Oui, il faudra prendre les bus regulierssur la route de la cote (qui est d'ailleurs beaucoup plus rapide).
Avant la saison, il n'y a pas de transport public pour aller au lac Huechulaufquen ou autre endroit recule du PN Lanin. Plus facile de faire du trek a El Bolson, ou il y a des refuges. A San Martin, trek possible sur le cote Sud du lac Lacar jusque Termas de Queñi et Hua Hum, mais comme je l'ai ecrit, peu de transport (le bus du Chili seulement) pour revenir. A Bariloche, il y a 2 bons treks, le Circuit de Cerro Catedral (tres difficile, le demi-circuit est plus accessible) ou Paso de los Nubes. Tres chouette aussi, le volcan Copahue (plus au Nord).
Merci d'avoir donné ces infos.
J
Peux-tu préciser la route de la côte, plus rapide? Est-il possible de faire en un seul trajet Puerto Madryn - El Chalten??? J'étais découragé à l'idée d'un Puerto-Madryn - Comodoro - Rio Gallegos - El Calafate - El Chalten - El Calafate - Rio Gallegos - Ushuaia ...
El Bolson, je le garde donc sur mon itinéraire, en plus, je pensais partir de là pour aller à Puerto Madryn (je suppose qu'il ya un transit à Esquel).
Je crois qu'au nord, je vais privilégier San Martin. Le Lonely ne fait pas une description avantageuse de Bariloche, et je n'ai pas assez de temps pour aller vérifier!
Pour les treks, je prend note de tes conseils. Je suppose qu'on peut acheter des plans sur place? Par contre, pour les refuges, faut-il réserver à l'avance? Je n'aime pas trop ça car je ne suis pas certain de pouvoir fixer une date. Sinon, je prendrai des petites randos d'une journée.
La route de la cote, oui il faut changer de bus a Rio Gallegos (malgre cela, ce sera quand meme plus rapide que par la route 40). San Martin de los Andes, c'est cher et a mon avis sans grand interet, mais les environs sont beaux. Bariloche aussi la ville n'est pas terrible mais les environs superbes.
Pour San Martin, conscient que c'était cher et très touristique, je pensais préférer Junin de Los Andes, plus au Nord et ayant donc, je l'espère un accès plus direct vers le Nord du parc.
Bariloche, tu confirmes le guide et je ne m'y arrêterai donc pas (si ce n'est en transit bus si je ne trouve rien de direct pour faire Junin - El Bolson). Si j'ai le temps, je passerai quand même par San Martin pour faire la route des 7 Lacs en descendant en bus vers El Bolson.
1 - Ton trajet
tu as un moyen de ne pas repasser à Rio Gallegos et meme peut etre d aller un peu plus vite.
Voila ma proposition : BA - Bariloche (une nuit de bus) - Bariloche - Puerto Madryn et la péninsule Valdes - El Chalten - El Calafate - Passage à Puerto Natales au Chili - Puerto Natales - Ushuaia (retour avion BA).
Peut etre n y a t il pas de bus de Puerto Pyramides à El Chalten. Ce sera donc peut etre direction El Calafate et un petit AR à El chalten.
Perso, je n ai pas été totalement convaincu par la Terre de feu et je te conseillerai plutot de priviligier le piémont des andes.
La route 40 meme avec bus n est pas extraordinaire pour le prix. Il existe une route alternative tres belle par le Chili mais elle est plus compliquée en terme d organisation et de temps, surtout en novemebre.
2 -Treks
Bariloche n a rien d extraordinaire en tant que ville meme si je m y suis senti bien. Par contre les randonnées autour sont supberbes, notamment entre les 4 refuges. La presqu il des aryanes est aussi particulièrement etonnante et sympathique à faire seul à pied (ne pas prendre le bateau de Bariloche).
El Bolson a plus de refuges. Les randonnées sont moins specatculaires.
Attention au temps : j etais la bas à la meme periode que toi (meme plutot vers la fin novembre). Or, à Bariloche, la neige etait à 1500 metre d altitude !!! Ca bloqué la plupart des cols. On pouvait passer quand meme si tu as un peu l habitude de marcher sur la neige et que tu emmenes un peu de matos adequate ou que tu le loues à Bariloche (guetres au moins).
3 - Réchaud
Je pense que tu trouveras un rechaud alcool à bruler sans trop de soucis. Mais le plus pratique est un multi combustible msr. Cher mais efficace. Tu passes à la pompe à essence et tu remplis ton petit bidon n importe ou.
Je te précise aussi que tu peux louer à peu pres tout ton matos et notamment des rechauds gaz dans toutes les villes de départ de rando.
* Je n'avais pas encore pensé à passer par le Chili pour arriver à Ushuaia, l'idée me plaît. Sais-tu combien de temps dure le trajet Puerto Natales-Ushuaia?
Je comprend tes réserves vis à vis d'Ushuaia, mais ça serait trop bête pour moi de le zapper alors que je serai à côté (surtout que j'y ai réservé mon avion vers BA). Si tu as d'autres commentaires sur le parcours El Calafate - Puerto Natales - Ushuaia, ils sont les bienvenus!
* Trek dans la Région des Lacs : je suis complètement paumé! Je ne sais pas où m'arrêter, ni quels treks faire, ni combien de temps y rester, ni si je prends une tente et du matos avec ou pas! Vu l'étendue de la Région, je pensais m'y arrêter au Nord (Junin, 2-3 jours) et au Sud (El Bolson, 2-3 jours). Mon soucis, c'est que je n'ai que 6 jours pour la Région des Lacs! Et le pire, c'est j'ai peur d'en être déçu vu que j'ai déjà lu que ça ressemblait à la Suisse que je connais déjà un peu.
* Matos : j'ai vu ton site et je comprends ta position vis-à-vis de la marque française qui porte le nom d'une langue ancienne du Pérou, mais si je dois acheter une tente, je pensais en prendre une chez eux. J'ai repéré un modèle ultraléger (2kg), double toit, pour deux à moins de 100€. Comme je ne loge jamais sous tente, je n'aurai pas beaucoup d'autres occasions de l'amortir, raison pour laquelle je me serais contenté de ça. Pour de vue réchaud, idem : j'avais répéré celui que tu mentionnes, mais vu l'utilité que j'en aurai (4-5 nuits en bivouac), je préfère m'abstenir (je crois qu'il est à 150€). J'avais aussi envisagé de prendre simplement des petits blocs combustibles, mais je crois que ce n'est pas permis en avion. Point de vue location du matériel : le désavantage, c'est qu'il faut faire une randonnée "boucle" pour ramener le matos, mais ça vaut peut-être le coup.
Je t apporte donc quelques commentaires ci dessous par rapport à tes remarques.
Puerto Natales - Ushuaia, il faut que tu comptes une journée de bus. Il ya normalement un bus par jour (deux ou trois compagnies se partagent le marché).
S il ya pas, tu fais Puerto Natales - Punta Arenas et de la bus pour Ushuaia. Ca doit pas poser de problemes.
Atttention toutefois au dimanche, il se peut que ce jour la ca ne circule pas.
Il n y a rien à dire sauf que ce trajet est le plus rapide pour aller de El calafate à ushuaia par le Chili que par Rio Gallegos.
Pas grand chose à faire dans la ville de Puerto Natales, ni dans celle de Punta Arenas. Dans cette dernièer, je sais juste qu il existe une possibilité d aller voir des colonies de pinguoins en bateau. Mais si tu vas à Valdes, ca te suffira :))
Pour les treks sur les lacs, tu as le choix. ne t enf ais pas trop, sur place tu trouveras en t adressant à la compagnie des guides. Je n ai fait des treks qu a partir de Bariloche. Je suis sceptique sur les treks à partir de Junin. je prefererai El Bolson (plus bas et donc moins de neige et fort bien equipe en refuge) et Bariloche (tres joli et plein de refuges aussi - mais plus haut avec neige possible).
Pour ce qui est des paysages, tu peux voir des photos autour de Bariloche sur mon site. Perso, j adore le smontagnes et je connais bien la suisse. Je n ai pas été décu - mais je suis rarement decu par les montagnes - meme si effectivement ca peut ressemble un peu à la suisse. Dans ce cas, du cote de Junin, ce sera plus différent.
Pour les treks, si tu n as pas l habitude de faire de la rando en boivouac, je ne vois pas l intéret d investir car
1 - tu devrais à peu pres t en tirer pour moins cher que l investissement, surtout que si tu investis dans du bas prix ca risque de pas durer longtemps comme investissement (mais je comprends tout à fait ce que tu cherches)
2 - tu peux tout à fait dormir en refuge et ne pas prendre de tente. Les massifs sont équipes et finalement si tu passes ton budget equipement dans le budget logement tu ne perds rien économiquement.
3 - ça allègera ton sac considérablement quand tu ne seras pas en trek
4 - Quant au retoursur place, je pense que tu n auras guere le choix. Les treks dans cette partie des andes, se font largement en boucles. Meme si tu fais un chemin, il te faudra revenir à la ville la plus proche pour prendre le bus suivant. Donc tu pourras y rendre ton matos.
Donc finalement à ta place je : ferai des randos avec pose en refuge (sans tente) je louerai un rechaud sur place si nécessaire (mais tu peux aussi manger dans les campings).
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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).
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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.
