Bons plans pour la Colombie?
by Flo971
This discussion is in French, the community’s main language.
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Ca y est, nous programmons notre voyage en août pr la Colombie (merci à tous les membres qui m'ont renseignée!).L'expérience humaine étant plus riche qu'un simple guide, voici les infos que j'aimerais avoir:Quel type d'itinéraire sympa, avec sites les + chouettes, nous conseillez-vous pour un mois de voyage?Comment et à quel prix moyen se loge-t-on là bas + idem pour la nourriture?Quels sont les endroits à éviter pour cause d'insécurité et ne présentant aucun intérêt?
Vos réponses sur coins chouettes et endroits dangereux nous permettront de faire notre itinéraire d'1 mois.
Côté transport, j'ai déjà lu que les bus ne posaient pas de problème.
Merci par avance pour toutes vos infos et expériences!
Flo
hola
Un mois en Colombie...Deja premiere chose, a mon avis, ne pas oublier que la colombie est un grand pays et il vaut mieux se concentrer sur qq parties du pays qu essayer de tout voir en un mois...iL va falloir faire des choix, car tu ne pourras pas visiter le nord et la cote plus les montagnes plus bogota plus medellin plus cali et le sud...Meme si tout vaut largement le detour dans cette locombia...
A mon avis en un mois il serait judicieux de se concentrer sur la cote caraibe( cartagena of course, santa marta, voire tolu, voire eventuellment le desert de la guajira), puis de redescendre vers bogota en passant par bucaramanga, giron, barichara, san gil, villa de leyva, tunja...Ne pas louper, pour moi, barichara, villa de leyva sur la route...Au passage, le departement de boyaca, (region de tunja) est un des plus interessants a visiter, a pas mal de niveau...
Ensuite, se concentrer qq jours sur bogota, capitale interressante, avec des excursions sympa dans le coin...
Puis filer vers Medellin, une ville avec un passe fort ey ou il y a de quoi faire aussi dansd la region avec Santa Fe de antioquia a 2 heures de la, El Penol...
Puis eventuellement une descente vers le sud et la superbe zona cafetera avec pereira, Armenia ...A ne pas louper pour moi, le petit village de Salento, et surtout, la valle de Cocora, avec ses palma de cera...Plus quelques villages autour..;
pour resumer ca pourrait faire par exemple une semaine sur la cote, 10 jours entre la cote et bogota, 2 jours sur bogota, 5 jours dans la region de medellin, 5 jours dans la zona cafetera...
Et ca te laissera le sud du pays (popayan, cali, les sites de tierradentro et san augustin...) pour la prochaine fois...😉
Ou alors selon tes interets, aller dans le sud et ne pas voir medellin et sa region ...A voir... Bon voyage en Locombia...
pour resumer ca pourrait faire par exemple une semaine sur la cote, 10 jours entre la cote et bogota, 2 jours sur bogota, 5 jours dans la region de medellin, 5 jours dans la zona cafetera...
Et ca te laissera le sud du pays (popayan, cali, les sites de tierradentro et san augustin...) pour la prochaine fois...😉
Ou alors selon tes interets, aller dans le sud et ne pas voir medellin et sa region ...A voir... Bon voyage en Locombia...
J'aime bien la région de Medellin et la zona Cafetera mais puisque je vois que tu n'es pas (encore) allée dans des zones archéologiques de l'amérique du sud, je te conseillerais d'aller plutôt vers le sud pour voir San Augustin et Tierradentro. D'autant que contrairement à la Zona Cafetera, la région de San Augustin est beaucoup moins peuplé, donc un peu, plus sauvage (bon sauvage est un très grand mot). Non seulement tu pourra profiter du côté archéo, mais la région est également très belle, et si tu as un peu de temps, tu peux t'écarter des chemins battus facilement (par exemple, quelques jours à cheval jusqu'à la Laguna Magdalena qui est parait il magnifique...).
Pour les prix, les chambres d'hotels commencent à 10 USD, voir moins. Bref ça dépend du stranding que tu demandes...Il faut savoir que le peso colombien à beaucoup pris ces derniers mois, donc ça pèse un peu sur le portefeuille😉...
Pour les prix, les chambres d'hotels commencent à 10 USD, voir moins. Bref ça dépend du stranding que tu demandes...Il faut savoir que le peso colombien à beaucoup pris ces derniers mois, donc ça pèse un peu sur le portefeuille😉...
Ouaou!Que d'infos d'alban et de Yop!Ce qui est super c'est qu'au fur et à mesure de vos conseils, je trace et retrace sur la carte;Tout ça commence à nous faire une grande virée qui se tient.Je suppose qu'en allant ds vos coins conseillés, on se tourne vers des endroits sympas et on évite les lieux qui craignent (?).L'endroit avec rando à cheval m'inspire++ mais c'est de la déformation professionnelle:je suis monitrice et j'ai mon club en Guadeloupe😎.Comme tu le dis alban, on ne fera pas tout en 1 mois;Pour le Vénéz, on en est déjà à 2 virées et on a pas tout vu.Là, je pense qu'on va opérer de la même manière pour y retourner l'an prochain.Côté logement, on a simplement l'habitude de partir avec nos sacs à dos, de loger chez l'habitant (mais là ça semble différent) et de se poser 1 peu quand 1 coin est vraiment sympa.
1 grand merci à tous les 2 et à bientôt..Faut que je retourne à ma carte😉
Flo
Juste pour la péninsule de Guarija. Je ne sais pas si Alban y est allé, je n'ai pas eu le temps pour ma part. Mais une personne croisée sur place m'a dit que ça n'en valait pas trop la peine (car c'est un peu galère d'y allé). Grosso modo c'est très dépaysant, mais rien d'incroyable: le désert est sale (sacs poubelles...), et une fois au cap de la Vela (si je me gourre pas de nom🤪), c'est beau mais pas incroyable non plus.
Voilà voilà. Comme Alban, ne manquez pas la route au Nord de Bogota, la region de San Gil, le Canyon de Chicamocha...
Si vous décidez d'aller dans la zona cafetera, et que vous souhaitez vous poser quelques jours dans un endroit tranquille et pas cher, vous pouvez aller à la Finca del Sol (je suis plus du tout sur du nom) à Chinchina (quelques km de Manizales. Vieille maison sur une colline plantée de caféiers, sympa pour recharger les batteries. Si je me gourres pas de contact c'est Carlos Coli +3003629578, sinon renseignement à la Moutain House de Manizales. Si tu veux organiser une balade de quelques jours à cheval depuis San Augustin, c'est assez facile, tu auras pas mal de guides dispos. Négocier les prix bien sûr. Bon les chevaux ne sont pas de compétition hein ;-)
Si vous décidez d'aller dans la zona cafetera, et que vous souhaitez vous poser quelques jours dans un endroit tranquille et pas cher, vous pouvez aller à la Finca del Sol (je suis plus du tout sur du nom) à Chinchina (quelques km de Manizales. Vieille maison sur une colline plantée de caféiers, sympa pour recharger les batteries. Si je me gourres pas de contact c'est Carlos Coli +3003629578, sinon renseignement à la Moutain House de Manizales. Si tu veux organiser une balade de quelques jours à cheval depuis San Augustin, c'est assez facile, tu auras pas mal de guides dispos. Négocier les prix bien sûr. Bon les chevaux ne sont pas de compétition hein ;-)
Vraiment très sympa à toi de m'aider à affiner notre parcours;Concernant les chevaux-no compét, c'est pas bien grave car ça n'est pas ce que j'attends d'eux😛;Du moment qu'ils sont cool et en bon état la vie est belle!
Flo
Je ne suis pas totalement d'accord avec ta remarque sur la Guajira. Il est vrai qu'il n'y a pas grand chose à faire en apparence, mais en fait la population locale, les indiens Wayu, sont des gens épatants et tres accueillants. Et le voyage vers le Cabo de la Vela est splendide même long. Tu peux à tour de rôle être embarquer dans un énorme camion puis dans un Pick-up ensuite dans une fourgonnette Dodge toute pourave, enfin tu prendras un bateau de pêcheurs... Et puis le poisson là-bas est excellent...
Mais je pense qu'il faut y aller surtout pour les gens, car sinon c'est vrai que tu ne trouveras pas ça extraordinaire. Enfin bref, nous y sommes rester une dizaine de jours, nous avons participé au festival de percussions Wayu... Mais j'avoue que la chaleur est vraiment étouffante et qu'elle incite à une certaine paresse caribeenne non productrice mais reposante à souhait
Mais je pense qu'il faut y aller surtout pour les gens, car sinon c'est vrai que tu ne trouveras pas ça extraordinaire. Enfin bref, nous y sommes rester une dizaine de jours, nous avons participé au festival de percussions Wayu... Mais j'avoue que la chaleur est vraiment étouffante et qu'elle incite à une certaine paresse caribeenne non productrice mais reposante à souhait
sorpresas te da la vida
Tout dépend bien sûr de votre façon de voyager, mais je pense qu'en 1 mois, vous aurez l'occasion d'avoir une bonne perception de la diversité de la Colombie.
Les incontournables sont bien sûr Bogota (belle architecture, musées magnifiques, vie nocturne et restaurants), toute la region au nord de la capitale (Villa de Leyva, la cathedrale de sel, etc) et Cartagene.
Si vous aimez la plage, vous avez le multiples possibilités sur les Caraibes.
Medellin et Cali sont des villes intéressantes qu'il serait dommage de rater. J'ai beaucoup aimé la région du Café, notamment Salento et le Cocora NP où tu peux faire des superbes ballades à cheval.
Popayan est une ville remplie d'histoire et à l'architecture intéressante. Tout près, possibilité de rencontrer les Guambianos à Salia.
Voià, j'ai mis pas mal d'infos sur la Colombie sur mon blog si tu veux creuser. http://jeremierita.canalblog.com/archives/trip_to_colombia/index.html
Medellin et Cali sont des villes intéressantes qu'il serait dommage de rater. J'ai beaucoup aimé la région du Café, notamment Salento et le Cocora NP où tu peux faire des superbes ballades à cheval.
Popayan est une ville remplie d'histoire et à l'architecture intéressante. Tout près, possibilité de rencontrer les Guambianos à Salia.
Voià, j'ai mis pas mal d'infos sur la Colombie sur mon blog si tu veux creuser. http://jeremierita.canalblog.com/archives/trip_to_colombia/index.html
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Je (re) note donc Guajira et si vous y êtes restés 10 jours, ça ne doit pas être si désagréable que ça..La paresse caribéenne aura du mal à ns gagner parce qu'en Guadeloupe, ça donne en plein!
Merci pour tes conseils.
Flo
La région caféière revient souvent ds vos "coups de coeur";On y va sûr!Je vais aller faire 1 tour sur ton blog.
Merci pour tout!
Flo
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bon voila si tu veux un petit coin de paradis securite detente et decouverte je te conseille d aller a san jeronimo
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c est mon hostel la pub ca m interesse pas mais juste la juste valeur de ce ptit hotel ou plutot hostel
c est confort a cote tu trouve tt pour faire du parapente
c est un endroit vraiment pas chere et les gens sont adorable
dans la region de medellin sur notre site tu trouvera comment acceder treres simple
qd t arrive a medellin prends pas le bus du terminal du sud mais de l autre on sera tres heureux de vous acceuillir moi
mon ami argentin leo et mon amie marcela de colombie
c est une des plus belle region de colombie et ca change des autres gros hotel beach resort... ou ttes les infrastuctures sont mise a la disposition des touristes et surtt du tourisme de masse a des plus plus abusee qu abordable
la colombie est un des plus beau endroit si ce n est pour moi le plus beau car j ai fais toute l amerique du sud
san jeronimo chaleur paysages a vous couper le souffle ....
bref essayer ca ne vous coute rien
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Salut à toi,
ça fait bien rêver ton coin et surtout, je n'en ai pas entendu parler avant;Merci😉.Tu parles nature, échappée, absence dde site type touriste:on y va!A bientôt.
Flo
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ALLER VIENS NOUS VOIR ON VAS FAIRE LA FETE ET ON TE FERA DECOUVRIR LA COLOMBIE
LE MEILLEUR PAYS DU MONDE ET DES PLANS ON VA T EN DONNER PLEIN
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Pour ma part j'ai préféré le sud puisque j'ai un penchant pour l'archéologie et l'histoire.Popayan intéressante ville (blanche d'architecture) depuis laquelle tu peux visité le village de Sylvia le mardi seulement si tu veux t'imprégné des traditionnels Gambianos.Tu peux également voyager sur San Augustin a partir de Popayan.Je me suis arrêté a San Augustin 10 jours (3-4 jours était prévu a mon itinéraire) et 8 jours a cheval.
Un délice d'archéologie et des gens acceuillants. J'ai fait camping avec les chevaux puisque l'on a fait tout les déplacements entre les sites archéo a cheval.Tu vas chez la (Casa de François), un français qui a succombé a la colombie et une colombienne et qui habite la-bas depuis....pour guide et chevaux il te connecte.J'ai fait Terradentro ou (San Andres de Pisimbala) a cheval pendant 1 semaines aussi.De la casa de François j'ai louer guide et Jeep $60 pour faire la traverse San Augustin - Terradentro en 7h et des arrêts comme désiré. Sinon par bus multiples et pas facile de se rendre.
Le choix de la région est propre a chacun selon ses intérêts. Pour ma part j'ai préféré le sud au nord.
Le choix de la région est propre a chacun selon ses intérêts. Pour ma part j'ai préféré le sud au nord.
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Vous m'avez bien fait rêver, là! deux voyages en Colombie il y a 13 et 14 ans m'ont laissé le souvenir du plus génial pays que j'aie visité et d'une population extra! depuis sont arrivées 2 gamines et je n'ai plus "osé"... Mais là, à cause de vous, c'est décidé... dans ma tête: l'an prochain! je viens de passer 3 semaines mi-figue mi-raisin au Vénézuela qui m'ont redonné cette envie profonde de retrouver "mon" pays😉
Je me souviens aussi avec beaucoup d'émotion d'une semaine passée à San Agustin/Tierradentro, aussi en partie à cheval. Magique!
Tu aurais effectivement tort de t'en passer!! Nous avons un fils de 8 ans que nous "embarquerons" aussi l'an prochain;Je pense qu'avec une bonne organisation et beaucoup de précautions😉, nos gamins vont se régaler autant que nous.La grande a 18 ans et fait ses études..à bruxelles😛;Elle préfère bosser sa culture belge et monter à cheval là bas que de nous accompagner..
Bon futur séjours avec les tiens.
Flo
Salut
je ne sais pas si tu es deja partie...
au cas ou il faut savoir que tu pe faire en cargo Guadeloupe-Carthagena
nous venons de quitter la Colombie les fotos et qqs plans : "insolents.over-blog.com"
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bon voyage
gaelo
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Tout en sachant que tu peux acheter de superbes selles partout en Colombie, et notamment à Bucaramanga ( demande les hormigas culonas comme plat, mais je sais pas si ça sera la saison ).
J´avais failli craquer pour une selle comme cadeau ( pas pour moi, ma pratique du cheval est sporadique ) mais trop lourde à porter.
J´avais failli craquer pour une selle comme cadeau ( pas pour moi, ma pratique du cheval est sporadique ) mais trop lourde à porter.
Don´t try.
bonjour a toi jai vue que tu à fait un petit tour à st andrés de pisimbala et San Augustin je suis allée 98 (un véritable paradi sur terre) et malheureusement j ai perdu une bon parti de me photos et je voulai savoir si tu avais des photo à m' envoiller par mail 😉 quar je suis un peu nostalgique. merci et au plaisir d'avoir de t nouvel
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So, what do you think? Is this doable, or should we tweak it? Thanks in advance for your invaluable feedback and tips! 🙂
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, I'm looking for a local agency in Uyuni to do the trip and tours from Uyuni to San Pedro de Atacama. Thanks for sharing your experience!
Hi there,
Could you recommend any car rental agencies in Calama and Punta Arenas? Best regards,
Could you recommend any car rental agencies in Calama and Punta Arenas? Best regards,
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?
Thanks for your help!
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?
Thanks for your help!
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!
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!
Hey everyone,
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 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
hi,
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)?
Looking forward to your feedback.
Best regards,
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)?
Looking forward to your feedback.
Best regards,
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
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.
Hi everyone!
I’m planning the trip of my dreams for next November—Chile! I’d love to get your thoughts on my potential itinerary. I know it’s a big investment in terms of both time and money, so every bit of feedback, suggestion, or info helps immensely. Thank you in advance!!
1-Flight to Santiago
2-Explore Santiago
3-Explore Santiago
4-Bus from STG to Valpo (2h) + visit Valparaíso + night in Viña
5-Visit Valparaíso + bus back to STG (2h)
6-Flight to Calama + bus to San Pedro + explore and acclimate in San Pedro + car rental in the afternoon (+Chaxa?)
7-(Very early) Valle del Arcoíris + Laguna Cejar + Valle de la Luna
8-Laguna Miñiques & Miscanti + Salar de Talar + Laguna Tuyajto
9-Geysers El Tatio early in the morning + Cañón de Guatín + return car
10-Excursion to Salar de Uyuni
11-Excursion to Salar de Uyuni
12-Excursion to Salar de Uyuni
13-Excursion to Salar de Uyuni + return to San Pedro for the night
14-Bus to Calama + flight Calama-La Serena + explore La Serena
15-Excursion to Reserva Pingüino + bonus time (sunset at Playa Tongoy or elsewhere...)
16-Rent a car in Pisco Elqui & Vicuña + Observatory
17-Return car in La Serena + flight Santiago & Puerto Montt (4h)
18-Rent a 4x2 car + drive to Temuco (4h)
19-Reserva Nacional Malalcahuello + hike + night in Temuco
20-Parque Nacional Conguillío then drive and night in Pucón
21-Villarrica Volcano
22-Parque Huerquehue
23-Activities on-site
24-Drive to Valdivia + explore and night there
25-Drive to Puerto Varas (via Frutillar, etc.) + activities on-site
26-Salto Las Cascadas + Parque Nacional Vicente Pérez Rosales (Salto del Petrohué) + Canoeing/Rafting?
27-Drive to Parque Alerce Andino (round trip 3h) + hike Sendero Sargazo?
28-Drive to Castro + explore Chiloé and night in Castro
29-Explore Chiloé
30-Explore Chiloé + return to Puerto Varas
31-Drive to Cochamó (1h30) + drive to Hornopirén (2h30)
32-Ferry to Caleta Gonzalo + drive to Chaitén (1h20)
33-Parque Nacional Pumalín, night in Chaitén
34-Drive to Puyuhuapi + Sendero Ventisquero Yelcho?
35-Ventisquero Colgante + drive to Coyhaique
36-Drive to Villa Cerro Castillo
37-Hike Cerro Castillo
38-Drive to Puerto Río Tranquilo
39-Excursion to Glaciar Exploradores
40-Mármol Cathedral + lake activities
41-Drive to Cochrane
42-Parque Patagonia
43-Drive to Chile Chico
44-Ferry Chile Chico-Ibañez + drive to Coyhaique + drop off car
45-Flight to Punta Arenas (1h30) + explore the city
46-Rent a car + drive to Puerto Natales
47-Drive to Torres del Paine in the morning + hike to the base of the towers (return to Puerto Natales for the night)
48-Torres del Paine hike 2 (return to Puerto Natales for the night)
49-Torres del Paine hike 3 (return to Puerto Natales for the night)
50-Drive to Punta Arenas
51-Flight Punta Arenas-Santiago + flight Santiago-Buenos Aires (2h)
52-Explore Buenos Aires
53-Explore Buenos Aires
54-Explore Buenos Aires
55-Flight back to France
I’m planning the trip of my dreams for next November—Chile! I’d love to get your thoughts on my potential itinerary. I know it’s a big investment in terms of both time and money, so every bit of feedback, suggestion, or info helps immensely. Thank you in advance!!
1-Flight to Santiago
2-Explore Santiago
3-Explore Santiago
4-Bus from STG to Valpo (2h) + visit Valparaíso + night in Viña
5-Visit Valparaíso + bus back to STG (2h)
6-Flight to Calama + bus to San Pedro + explore and acclimate in San Pedro + car rental in the afternoon (+Chaxa?)
7-(Very early) Valle del Arcoíris + Laguna Cejar + Valle de la Luna
8-Laguna Miñiques & Miscanti + Salar de Talar + Laguna Tuyajto
9-Geysers El Tatio early in the morning + Cañón de Guatín + return car
10-Excursion to Salar de Uyuni
11-Excursion to Salar de Uyuni
12-Excursion to Salar de Uyuni
13-Excursion to Salar de Uyuni + return to San Pedro for the night
14-Bus to Calama + flight Calama-La Serena + explore La Serena
15-Excursion to Reserva Pingüino + bonus time (sunset at Playa Tongoy or elsewhere...)
16-Rent a car in Pisco Elqui & Vicuña + Observatory
17-Return car in La Serena + flight Santiago & Puerto Montt (4h)
18-Rent a 4x2 car + drive to Temuco (4h)
19-Reserva Nacional Malalcahuello + hike + night in Temuco
20-Parque Nacional Conguillío then drive and night in Pucón
21-Villarrica Volcano
22-Parque Huerquehue
23-Activities on-site
24-Drive to Valdivia + explore and night there
25-Drive to Puerto Varas (via Frutillar, etc.) + activities on-site
26-Salto Las Cascadas + Parque Nacional Vicente Pérez Rosales (Salto del Petrohué) + Canoeing/Rafting?
27-Drive to Parque Alerce Andino (round trip 3h) + hike Sendero Sargazo?
28-Drive to Castro + explore Chiloé and night in Castro
29-Explore Chiloé
30-Explore Chiloé + return to Puerto Varas
31-Drive to Cochamó (1h30) + drive to Hornopirén (2h30)
32-Ferry to Caleta Gonzalo + drive to Chaitén (1h20)
33-Parque Nacional Pumalín, night in Chaitén
34-Drive to Puyuhuapi + Sendero Ventisquero Yelcho?
35-Ventisquero Colgante + drive to Coyhaique
36-Drive to Villa Cerro Castillo
37-Hike Cerro Castillo
38-Drive to Puerto Río Tranquilo
39-Excursion to Glaciar Exploradores
40-Mármol Cathedral + lake activities
41-Drive to Cochrane
42-Parque Patagonia
43-Drive to Chile Chico
44-Ferry Chile Chico-Ibañez + drive to Coyhaique + drop off car
45-Flight to Punta Arenas (1h30) + explore the city
46-Rent a car + drive to Puerto Natales
47-Drive to Torres del Paine in the morning + hike to the base of the towers (return to Puerto Natales for the night)
48-Torres del Paine hike 2 (return to Puerto Natales for the night)
49-Torres del Paine hike 3 (return to Puerto Natales for the night)
50-Drive to Punta Arenas
51-Flight Punta Arenas-Santiago + flight Santiago-Buenos Aires (2h)
52-Explore Buenos Aires
53-Explore Buenos Aires
54-Explore Buenos Aires
55-Flight back to France
Good evening,
We’d love to go in November to enjoy some beautiful beaches for about two weeks, preferably around Bahia, as November/December seems like a great time.
We’ve already traveled to Brazil several times and know the south of Rio as well as the region between São Luís and Fortaleza, and Chapada Diamantina...
What advice would you give us: the south with Itaparica, Morro de São Paulo, Boipeba, Barra Grande—or all four? Or maybe the north?
Thanks in advance for your help
Hi everyone, it’s been a while since I last posted!
First time in South America for me, my wife, and our 7-year-old son. I’ve put together this itinerary and would love to hear your thoughts:
Bogotá 28/07 – 30/07: Arrival. Which neighborhood and outings would you recommend? Flight to
2 Filandia 30/07 – 03/08: (255 €). Waterfalls and horseback riding, Cocora Valley, Hiking, Nearby villages. Flight to 3 Tayrona 03/08 – 07/08: Hotel La Casablanca
Hike with Tierra Nevada and the Kogui village (any feedback?). Return by inner tube for the little one. Short night hike. Second hike to La Piscina, etc., return by 🐎.
4 Cartagena 07/08 – 10/08: Air-conditioned bus. Staying in Getsemaní? Mangroves & the Castle, exploring the city.
5 Bogotá 10/08 – 12/08
Feel free to share your feedback! Have a great day!
Seb
First time in South America for me, my wife, and our 7-year-old son. I’ve put together this itinerary and would love to hear your thoughts:
Bogotá 28/07 – 30/07: Arrival. Which neighborhood and outings would you recommend? Flight to
2 Filandia 30/07 – 03/08: (255 €). Waterfalls and horseback riding, Cocora Valley, Hiking, Nearby villages. Flight to 3 Tayrona 03/08 – 07/08: Hotel La Casablanca
Hike with Tierra Nevada and the Kogui village (any feedback?). Return by inner tube for the little one. Short night hike. Second hike to La Piscina, etc., return by 🐎.
4 Cartagena 07/08 – 10/08: Air-conditioned bus. Staying in Getsemaní? Mangroves & the Castle, exploring the city.
5 Bogotá 10/08 – 12/08
Feel free to share your feedback! Have a great day!
Seb
Hi,
During an upcoming trip to Peru, we’ll have one day to explore around Arequipa (excluding Colca Canyon) with a car and driver.
We’ve got a few options:
- Toro Muerto petroglyphs and dinosaur footprints at Querulpa
- Ruta del Sillar and Quebrada de Culebrillas
What do you think? Any recommendations?
Thanks in advance! Larri
What do you think? Any recommendations?
Thanks in advance! Larri
We’re a group of 6 friends with an average age of 70, all mobile, and we’re planning a trip to Peru in September/October 2026. Below is an idea of what we’re looking for: a French-speaking guide, accommodation in 3-star hotels or homestays with comfort.
Duration: 16 to 20 days on-site.
Visit the main sites with immersion in the culture and way of life.
Which francophone agency in Peru would you recommend? Thanks
Hi there!
I’m putting together my itinerary for Brazil, looking for beautiful natural spots with wildlife, flora, and great hikes...
I’ve come across the Cananeia / Super Agui / Ilha do Mel region and the PETAR / Intervales / Alto Ribeira area.
Has anyone here been to these places? If so, do you have any recommendations for accommodations and activities?
Thanks in advance!
Best,
Olivier 🌍
Hello,
I’ll be in ARICA in northern Chile at the end of May 2026 and want to get to TACNA. Are there taxis, buses, or collectivos that run the border crossing route?
After that, bus to AREQUIPA (Peru): any bus company you’d recommend?
I’ll be in ARICA in northern Chile at the end of May 2026 and want to get to TACNA. Are there taxis, buses, or collectivos that run the border crossing route?
After that, bus to AREQUIPA (Peru): any bus company you’d recommend?
Hi there,
We’re spending 3 weeks in Brazil, arriving in São Paulo—a couple plus a teen—and we’ll have a rental car.
We especially love nature: hiking, wildlife watching, birds, etc.
We’re planning to wrap up with a week around Paraty and Ilha Grande.
We’re not really into visiting big cities like São Paulo or Rio unless you think we’d be missing out big time.
So we’ve got 2 weeks to explore the south/southwest region of São Paulo. What do you recommend? National parks? Off-the-beaten-path nature spots? Iguazu Falls?
Thanks in advance for all your tips!
So we’ve got 2 weeks to explore the south/southwest region of São Paulo. What do you recommend? National parks? Off-the-beaten-path nature spots? Iguazu Falls?
Thanks in advance for all your tips!
Hi there,
Do you have any recommendations for comfortable accommodation in Leyva and Barichara? We're also looking for a guide to explore the areas around these two towns (parks, waterfalls, etc.).
Thanks for your tips!
I visited Colombia in January 2016 and I’m heading back from August 6th to 17th with the same airline to see how things have changed. Starting August 18th, I’ll continue with independent exploration. I prefer slow travel and enjoying places at my own pace.
Any tips—especially for getting around or must-see spots—are welcome!
Thu Aug 06. Fly Montreal to Bogotá 20:55-04:05+1 Air Canada Fri Aug 07. Bogotá Sat Aug 08. Bogotá Sun Aug 09. Bogotá Mon Aug 10. Fly Bogotá to Medellín Tue Aug 11. Medellín - Explore Guatapé Wed Aug 12. Comuna 8 & Hill of Values - PM Fly to Pereira Thu Aug 13. Montenegro Fri Aug 14. Salento - Cocora Valley Sat Aug 15. Fly to Cartagena Sun Aug 16. Explore Cartagena Mon Aug 17. Explore Cartagena Tue Aug 18. Fly Cartagena to Cali 12:20-14:55 Latam Wed Aug 19. Cali Thu Aug 20. Cali Fri Aug 21. Cali Sat Aug 22. Bus Cali to Popayán 09:00-13:00 Sun Aug 23. Popayán Mon Aug 24. Popayán Tue Aug 25. Popayán - Day trip to Silvia (Market Day) Wed Aug 26. Overland Popayán to Tierradentro by public transportation 4h, 100km Thu Aug 27. Tierradentro Fri Aug 28. Tierradentro Sat Aug 29. Overland Tierradentro to Garzón via La Plata Sun Aug 30. Bus Garzón to San Agustín 10:30-13:00 Mon Aug 31. San Agustín Tue Sep 01. San Agustín Wed Sep 02. San Agustín Thu Sep 03. San Agustín Fri Sep 04. Overland San Agustín to Tatacoa Desert via Neiva Sat Sep 05. Tatacoa Desert Sun Sep 06. Fly to Bogotá via Neiva 16:00-17:00 Latam Mon Sep 07. Bogotá Tue Sep 08. Fly Bogotá to Montreal 09:00-16:30 Air Canada
Thu Aug 06. Fly Montreal to Bogotá 20:55-04:05+1 Air Canada Fri Aug 07. Bogotá Sat Aug 08. Bogotá Sun Aug 09. Bogotá Mon Aug 10. Fly Bogotá to Medellín Tue Aug 11. Medellín - Explore Guatapé Wed Aug 12. Comuna 8 & Hill of Values - PM Fly to Pereira Thu Aug 13. Montenegro Fri Aug 14. Salento - Cocora Valley Sat Aug 15. Fly to Cartagena Sun Aug 16. Explore Cartagena Mon Aug 17. Explore Cartagena Tue Aug 18. Fly Cartagena to Cali 12:20-14:55 Latam Wed Aug 19. Cali Thu Aug 20. Cali Fri Aug 21. Cali Sat Aug 22. Bus Cali to Popayán 09:00-13:00 Sun Aug 23. Popayán Mon Aug 24. Popayán Tue Aug 25. Popayán - Day trip to Silvia (Market Day) Wed Aug 26. Overland Popayán to Tierradentro by public transportation 4h, 100km Thu Aug 27. Tierradentro Fri Aug 28. Tierradentro Sat Aug 29. Overland Tierradentro to Garzón via La Plata Sun Aug 30. Bus Garzón to San Agustín 10:30-13:00 Mon Aug 31. San Agustín Tue Sep 01. San Agustín Wed Sep 02. San Agustín Thu Sep 03. San Agustín Fri Sep 04. Overland San Agustín to Tatacoa Desert via Neiva Sat Sep 05. Tatacoa Desert Sun Sep 06. Fly to Bogotá via Neiva 16:00-17:00 Latam Mon Sep 07. Bogotá Tue Sep 08. Fly Bogotá to Montreal 09:00-16:30 Air Canada





