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salut a tous,
on voudrait savoir s'il existe des campings a rio ou pres de la ville
merci
Camping à Rio de Janeiro
by Piwi
This discussion is in French, the community’s main language.
Cela n'existe pas le camping au Brésil!
Tu as le choix entre les hôtels, les appartements,
ou les favelas!
Je connais bien Rio, j'y etais en Fevrier dernier!
Si tu ne tiens pas à ta vie, tu peux faire du
camping sauvage, ne t'etonne pas si ils ne restent
plus que tes yeux pour pleurer.
A déconseiller fortement!
Faut pas confondre rio de Janeiro et ses favelas,
et Antibes juan les pins!
si tu connaitrais si bien Rio de Janeiro tu devrais savoir que le camping existe au Bresil depuis bien longtemps, il y a des terrains de camping a Rio comme dans tout l etat de Rio .
pour le choix il est bien plus vaste que tu le pretends tu as :
hotel, appart hotel, appartements temporaires, auberges, chambres chez l habitant ect ect ect .
la possibilite d hebregement a Rio de janeiro est bien plus grand que Antibes et Juan les pins, faut pas confondre Antibes ou Juan les pins avec Rio qui a plus de 8 millions d habitants et un complexe hotelier gigantesque .
pour ton savoir ...page net sur les terrains de camping a Rio et dans l etat de Rio de Janeiro : > http://www.webcamping.com.br/ufrj.htm
jean marc / rio de janeiro
jean marc / rio de janeiro
Cela n'existe pas le camping au Brésil!
Tu as le choix entre les hôtels, les appartements,
ou les favelas!
Je connais bien Rio, j'y etais en Fevrier dernier!
Si tu ne tiens pas à ta vie, tu peux faire du
camping sauvage, ne t'etonne pas si ils ne restent
plus que tes yeux pour pleurer.
A déconseiller fortement!
Faut pas confondre rio de Janeiro et ses favelas,
et Antibes juan les pins!
Salut, franchement ta réponse me tord de rire😄...Délire...
A plus! Lexa😎
Salut, franchement ta réponse me tord de rire😄...Délire...
A plus! Lexa😎
oui moi aussi je me tordais de Rire, principalement pour la comparaison entre Rio, Antibes et Juan les Pins 😎
a bientot jean marc
a bientot jean marc
Disons que l'on peut se permettre certaines choses à Antibes que l'on ne peut
se permettre à Rio sous peine de se faire dépouiller.
Si vous souhaitez faire du camping, evitez aux abords des grandes villes,
car la nuit, beaucoup de voleurs rodent.
Moi je logeais tout pres de copacabana et j'ai evite de circuler de jour sur la plage,
et la nuit n'en parlons pas, disons que c'est pigalle en 10 fois plus chaud!
(prostitues voleurs et tuttiquanti)
pour se faire depouiller il n y a pas que Rio, pour moi ça m est arrive en pleine gare de l est a paris a 14h00 ..😎
jean marc
jean marc
oui cela peut arriver à paris bien sur, mais je pense que l'on risque moins ca va
à paris qu'a rio.
Et puis un français connaît mieux les endroits où il ne faut pas s'aventurer
tout seul la nuit en région parisienne. Sur copacabana la nuit, il ne faut pas
s'aventurer à pied, même les taxis ne s'arrêtent pas au feu rouge et tracent
à toute blinde!
oui cela peut arriver à paris bien sur, mais je pense que l'on risque moins ca va
à paris qu'a rio.
Et puis un français connaît mieux les endroits où il ne faut pas s'aventurer
tout seul la nuit en région parisienne. Sur copacabana la nuit, il ne faut pas
s'aventurer à pied, même les taxis ne s'arrêtent pas au feu rouge et tracent
à toute blinde!
Salut 🙂!Je dois etre un miraculé!Pourqoi j'ai vécu pendant 2 mois et demie à l'entrée de la rua ministro viveiro de castro(mon immeuble se trouvait presqu'à l'angle, av princesa isabel). J'ai passé des nuits blanches dehors et bien souvent je rentré à 3 heures du matin.Bah!Oui y a un tel "bordel" qu'y avait pas moyen de dormir... J'ai pris plusieurs fois le trains pour aller dans la banlieue pour aller voir un pote.Et en rentrant vers 22H je me retrouvais tout seul à marcher dans les rues...
Mais je prenais mes précautions.J'étais habillé comme un brésilien de la classe pauvre ou modeste.Et quand je marchais dans la rue je regardais à 50 métres devant moi pour changer de trottoir au cas ou!(bien sur sans faire voir que c'était à cause du groupe.Ne jamais montrer sa peur!)
Par contre, j'ai vu des français complétement cinglés ou inconscient qui venaient pour le tourisme sexuelle.Les mecs se croyaient en Thailande!!! Ils se baladaient avec des bijoux autours du cou, journée/soir/nuit!(boudha en or, bien en évidence).Le mec je l'ai prévenu et là il me répond "qu'y en a un qui viennent ma le prendre!".Le mec était haut comme trois pommes...(toute façon devant un flingue ou un couteaux bah...) J'ai vu des mecs qui se baladaient avec du lacoste et qui parlaient fort en français comme si ils étaient de leur banlieue...Et des exemples comme ceux là j'en ai à la pelle!🤪
Oui si vous etes ce genre d'individus, bah!Là ça peut devenir trés dangereux pour vous! Mais si vous suivez des régles basiques de sécurités, y a pas de soucis...Moi meme je me suis fais dépouillé une seule fois à la plage.(40 francs environs)Mais j'ai joué au nanard.Mais vu que j'avais appliqué le principe de base "laisse tes papiers, argentcarte bancaire, dans ta chambre!".Je n'ai pas eu à pleurer...
Tout le monde me disait "attention le Brésil c'est dangereux etc!".Je suis arrivé là-bas, j'étais pas fier!Mais finalement je me suis rendu compte qu'effectivement le Brésil ne faisait pas de cadeaux aux gros nanards.Qui se croivent tous permis...
A plus! LEXA 😎
Salut 🙂!Je dois etre un miraculé!Pourqoi j'ai vécu pendant 2 mois et demie à l'entrée de la rua ministro viveiro de castro(mon immeuble se trouvait presqu'à l'angle, av princesa isabel). J'ai passé des nuits blanches dehors et bien souvent je rentré à 3 heures du matin.Bah!Oui y a un tel "bordel" qu'y avait pas moyen de dormir... J'ai pris plusieurs fois le trains pour aller dans la banlieue pour aller voir un pote.Et en rentrant vers 22H je me retrouvais tout seul à marcher dans les rues...
Mais je prenais mes précautions.J'étais habillé comme un brésilien de la classe pauvre ou modeste.Et quand je marchais dans la rue je regardais à 50 métres devant moi pour changer de trottoir au cas ou!(bien sur sans faire voir que c'était à cause du groupe.Ne jamais montrer sa peur!)
Par contre, j'ai vu des français complétement cinglés ou inconscient qui venaient pour le tourisme sexuelle.Les mecs se croyaient en Thailande!!! Ils se baladaient avec des bijoux autours du cou, journée/soir/nuit!(boudha en or, bien en évidence).Le mec je l'ai prévenu et là il me répond "qu'y en a un qui viennent ma le prendre!".Le mec était haut comme trois pommes...(toute façon devant un flingue ou un couteaux bah...) J'ai vu des mecs qui se baladaient avec du lacoste et qui parlaient fort en français comme si ils étaient de leur banlieue...Et des exemples comme ceux là j'en ai à la pelle!🤪
Oui si vous etes ce genre d'individus, bah!Là ça peut devenir trés dangereux pour vous! Mais si vous suivez des régles basiques de sécurités, y a pas de soucis...Moi meme je me suis fais dépouillé une seule fois à la plage.(40 francs environs)Mais j'ai joué au nanard.Mais vu que j'avais appliqué le principe de base "laisse tes papiers, argentcarte bancaire, dans ta chambre!".Je n'ai pas eu à pleurer...
Tout le monde me disait "attention le Brésil c'est dangereux etc!".Je suis arrivé là-bas, j'étais pas fier!Mais finalement je me suis rendu compte qu'effectivement le Brésil ne faisait pas de cadeaux aux gros nanards.Qui se croivent tous permis...
A plus! LEXA 😎
http://www.diplomatie.gouv.fr/fr/conseils-aux-voyageurs_909/pays_12191/bresil_12219/index.html
Le site qui m'a bien fait flipper avant de partir!Que du négatif!Avec quelques vérités évidemment! En gros c'est "ça craint, allez plutot passer vos vacances en France..."😠
A l'époque, ils m'ont mis une trouille d'enfer ces ....... .😠
A plus! Lexa 😎
Le site qui m'a bien fait flipper avant de partir!Que du négatif!Avec quelques vérités évidemment! En gros c'est "ça craint, allez plutot passer vos vacances en France..."😠
A l'époque, ils m'ont mis une trouille d'enfer ces ....... .😠
A plus! Lexa 😎
Comme tu le fais très bien remarquer, il faut changer ses habitudes
de touristes européens; pas de montre, pas d'appareil photo visibles, dans les grandes villes!
A moins de d'appeler David Douillet et encore.
Quelqu'un qui vit à rio depuis deux trois ans a pu s'adapter à la situation, qu'il soit français ou autre.
Tandis que quelq'un qui débarque mettera quelques jours avant de se rendre compte de la situation.
Je pense que durant les premiers jours il faut être prudent. Eviter de sortir tout clinquant à 3h du matin sur Copacabana.
Je pense qu'il faut mieux avertir les gens un peu plus que la réalité, mais même pour un brésilien de rio le danger est présent si l'on ne fait pas un minimum attention!
Je pense que durant les premiers jours il faut être prudent. Eviter de sortir tout clinquant à 3h du matin sur Copacabana.
Je pense qu'il faut mieux avertir les gens un peu plus que la réalité, mais même pour un brésilien de rio le danger est présent si l'on ne fait pas un minimum attention!
eviter le tout clinquant tout court : tes tongs et un tee shirt basic suffisent en vacances
etre looké comme un bresilien moyen, ça aide et c'est aussi je pense une question de respect
moi j'ai fait le tour du sud de la ville a pied depuis lapa jusqu'a leblond avec un bébé de 2 ans dans une pousette et meme des ballades le soir tard a copacabana ! c'est un peu chaud mais on peut se promener
moi j'etais parano le premier jour, apres on observe et on s'adapte ! cela permet de decouvrir les cariocas vraiment sympa et moqueur mais il ne faut pas faire de provocs
bon JM : le camping, je ne sais pas ...? tu mets tes papiers ou ?
moi j'ai fait le tour du sud de la ville a pied depuis lapa jusqu'a leblond avec un bébé de 2 ans dans une pousette et meme des ballades le soir tard a copacabana ! c'est un peu chaud mais on peut se promener
moi j'etais parano le premier jour, apres on observe et on s'adapte ! cela permet de decouvrir les cariocas vraiment sympa et moqueur mais il ne faut pas faire de provocs
bon JM : le camping, je ne sais pas ...? tu mets tes papiers ou ?
Salut Pascal
"bon JM : le camping, je ne sais pas ...? tu mets tes papiers ou ?"
Je n en sais rien, j ai jamais fait de camping a Rio ni ailleur dans le Bresil 😏, mais certains campings comme celui de notre quartier est fortement garde, malgres cela je n ai aucune connaissance de vol ou autres problemes dans le camping de Recreio . Je peux te dire qu il y a beaucoup de monde en ete, tu ne trouves plus une seule place ..😉
a bientot jean marc
"bon JM : le camping, je ne sais pas ...? tu mets tes papiers ou ?"
Je n en sais rien, j ai jamais fait de camping a Rio ni ailleur dans le Bresil 😏, mais certains campings comme celui de notre quartier est fortement garde, malgres cela je n ai aucune connaissance de vol ou autres problemes dans le camping de Recreio . Je peux te dire qu il y a beaucoup de monde en ete, tu ne trouves plus une seule place ..😉
a bientot jean marc
😛 salut JM !
hier 38 degres a paris !
le camping sous la tente en vacances par des températures pareilles ... l'horreur !... l'été a rio c'est 32 à 40 ( fev/mars ) ...j'avais connu ça en 76 dans le sud de la france à Die : 40 aussi !
bon pour les papiers, j'imagine que il y a un coffre a la reception ... ?
a + ...
pascal
hier 38 degres a paris !
le camping sous la tente en vacances par des températures pareilles ... l'horreur !... l'été a rio c'est 32 à 40 ( fev/mars ) ...j'avais connu ça en 76 dans le sud de la france à Die : 40 aussi !
bon pour les papiers, j'imagine que il y a un coffre a la reception ... ?
a + ...
pascal
Salut, moi celà me rappelle des petits souvenirs, j'avais fait du camping avec un pote qui puait des pieds(je m'en suis rendu compte en campant avec lui v'là la bonne surprise🤪)!L'horreur...En plus il faisait bien chaud pour ne rien arranger...V'là l'odeur j'ai du aller dormir à la belle étoile tellement qu'il puait l'animal...🤪
A plus! Lexa😎
A plus! Lexa😎
😛 là ou il n'y a pas de gene...il n'y a pas de plaisirs ...
Si un jour tu te retrouve dans la meme tente avec un crado qu'a bouffé une soupe aux oignon avant de se coucher...Et qu'à des gaz toute la nuit...🤪😄Et qu'il pleut donc t'es coincé dans la tente!😛
Tu repenseras à cette petite phrase que tu m'as glissé!ah!ah!
Pour moi le camping c'est comme les vacances en France c'est terminé!
A plus! Lexa😎
Si un jour tu te retrouve dans la meme tente avec un crado qu'a bouffé une soupe aux oignon avant de se coucher...Et qu'à des gaz toute la nuit...🤪😄Et qu'il pleut donc t'es coincé dans la tente!😛
Tu repenseras à cette petite phrase que tu m'as glissé!ah!ah!
Pour moi le camping c'est comme les vacances en France c'est terminé!
A plus! Lexa😎
ah ah ah ah ahhhhhh 😏😏😏😏😏😏
jean marc
jean marc
tu dis pas grand chose de vrai toi!!
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I’m planning a trip with my partner (no kids this time—thanks, Grandma!) for two weeks to celebrate her 40th birthday. I’ve been thinking about Chile. We’re looking at leaving around September 18, 2027, starting in the south and returning in early April.
Here’s what I had in mind:
8 nights in a van in the Lake District and the start of the Carretera Austral (up to the Chaitén area). We’re set to arrive in Puerto Montt around 2:00 PM. We don’t want to go too far south since we’re planning to explore the heart of Patagonia (Chile and Argentina) with the kids when they’re older. The idea is to spend 3 nights discovering the lakes (up to Cochamó) and 3 nights in Pumalín Park. I’ve also added two transition nights. 7 nights in the Atacama to experience another side of Chile (San Pedro), taking a domestic flight from Puerto Montt to Calama in the early afternoon. We’ll depart for France in the early evening from Santiago.
What do you think? Thanks,
8 nights in a van in the Lake District and the start of the Carretera Austral (up to the Chaitén area). We’re set to arrive in Puerto Montt around 2:00 PM. We don’t want to go too far south since we’re planning to explore the heart of Patagonia (Chile and Argentina) with the kids when they’re older. The idea is to spend 3 nights discovering the lakes (up to Cochamó) and 3 nights in Pumalín Park. I’ve also added two transition nights. 7 nights in the Atacama to experience another side of Chile (San Pedro), taking a domestic flight from Puerto Montt to Calama in the early afternoon. We’ll depart for France in the early evening from Santiago.
What do you think? Thanks,
IMPORTANT NOTICE for those planning to take a bus to another city, state, or destination from Salvador!
Starting January 20, 2026, the intercity bus station Rodoviária is changing its address! The Rodoviária is leaving the Iguatemi area and will now be located in ÁGUAS CLARAS (about twenty kilometers from downtown Salvador).
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Starting January 20, 2026, the intercity bus station Rodoviária is changing its address! The Rodoviária is leaving the Iguatemi area and will now be located in ÁGUAS CLARAS (about twenty kilometers from downtown Salvador).
A brand-new station (the most modern in Brazil) has just been set up there, accessible by car/taxi/Uber/metro. Allow for much more transfer time (especially during rush hours), so leave early if you're heading to Chapada Diamantina or other Brazilian cities by bus.
Remember, there are also private transfers (even French-speaking ones) that can take you directly from your hotel in Salvador to your hotel in Chapada. Sure, it’ll be more expensive, but you’ll save on transfer time and comfort.
Tropical greetings from Salvador,
@ivanbahiaguide
Loyal member of the French-Speaking Brazil Forums for over 15 years already 😊 🇧🇷
Hello,
We’re thinking of spending 1 month in Chile, maybe doing a loop?
From 12/23 to 01/22.
What are the must-see sights, given we’re more interested in the country’s cultural side than the beaches?
Thanks
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
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 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.