Voilà, nous sommes 4 personnes et arrivons à Rio de Janeiro le 21 janvier 2010, nous souhaitons y rester 2 jours et nous recherchons des posadas pas chères et un minimum bien placées ou alors des chambres chez l'habitant.
Slt,
Du pas cher bien placé à Rio. Hum...
Une ou 2 voire 3 adresses. Elle figurent (2) sur le Guide du Routard.
Copacabana au début (niveau Copacabana Palace) station de metro Gardeal Accoverde tout près et pratique.
- Mellow Yellow : (Rien à redire et ambiance très globe trotteur nord américaine) bon petit déj vraiement, attention très bruyant surtout certaines chambres ; fuir la Lapa pour 2 personnes car trop près du bar et des escaliers communs et du billard. Services (wifi, etc) et renseignements hors pairs, même si commercial car on peu tjs faire autrement.
- Stone of a Beach : sombre et accueil (~40 Reis pers.)2as froisant et resa aléatoire. mais bon... Reste identique au Mellow, mais moins haut.
- King Georges : nullement référencé. Obédience nettement israélite tout est marqué dans les deux langues. Pas facile à trouver et pourtant entre les deux premiers. Là au moins on vous fout la paix, mais faut se débrouiller un peu. très connu et courru du staff du Mellow... Pas de site internet, mais on peut réserver par tel.
Après dans une gamme supérieure le Ducasse... Pas mal à mon gout.
Sinon 2 Formule 1 et 2 Ibis... En cas depanne. Biens, mais excentrés.
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eh bien je m'etais arrêtée aussi sur le Mellow Yellow, j'ai vu les avis sur HOSTELS.COM et ça m'avait l'air pas mal vu du prix et de l'ambiance également, je ais consulter les autres. Après c'est vrai que rechercher un endroit bien placé et pas cher, c'est pas si évident mais sait-on jamais, qui sait, on trouve des bons plans parfois alors partageons les!
Tu loges chez l'habitant, c'est gratuit et tu es tout de suite dans l'ambiance Carioca ! Bon peut être ce ne sera pas évident de trouver à vous loger 4 au même endroit mais ça vaut le coup de chercher... et de trouver !
Boa sorte !
j' habite à Barra quartier chic de Rio, j' ai jamais dormir la bas...
je le conseil parceque c' est idéalement placer, quartier chic de la zone sul, coeur de Ipanema entre la plage et le lac. (lagoa).
et que tu as écris : Du pas cher bien placé à Rio
Il parrait que le petit déjeuner est très bien?
Pour les gens qui veulent juste dormir, et qui on un petit budget sa me semble un bon compromis.
Quel sont ses mécontentements?
je dois aller dans quelques jours à Ipanema j' irrai voir!!
D'après les forums, c'est sous entendu un peu comme une sorte de maison close, c'est cru dis comme ça, mais à ce que j'ai pu lire ça à l'air un peu olé olé dans cette maison, alors j'sais pas trop, j'ai pas envie qu'on se retrouve dans un bordel...
Après je ne connais pas, c'est des avis que j'ai pu lire sur un autre forum voyage donc....je continue à me renseigner mais merci d'y jeter un oeil quand même....donne moi tes impressions, après cmme je l'ai noté on s'en fiche du chic mais j'entends par "bien placé" dans un quartier qui bouge non loin de la plage, il y a surement d'autres quartiers après.
Oui je connais Couchsurfing, c'est super sympa en effet, j'ai un profil et compte passer par là si je voyage seule ou à 2 parceque là on est 5 et J'imagine même pas ma tête de l'habitant si on débarque en force à 5!!!
Mais c'est un site super en effet, merci pour l'avis.
tu peux toujours lui envoyer un mail et lui demander des infos et lui faire tes remarques.
j' ai pu voir que c' est 50 R$ pour le dortoire et 130 R$ pour la chambre double.
je vais te comuniquer une autre liste :
Barão Copa Hostel – Rua Emílio Berla, 41 – 3269-1236 – a partir de R$ 30, 00
Bamboo Rio Hostel – Rua Lacerda Coutinho, 45 – 2236-1117 – De R$30, 00 a R$170, 00
Brazuca’s Hostel – Avenida Nossa Sra.de Copacabana, 1102, casa 07 – 2247-2623 – De R$25, 00 a R$120, 00
Casa Karioca – Rua Emílio Berla, 180 – 3734-2235 – a partir de R$30
Casa da Valeska – Rua Barata Ribeiro – 2547-6069 – A partir de R$ 110 (quarto)
Che lagarto –
Anita Garibaldi #87 – Copacabana – 2256-2776 – De R$38, 00 a R$120, 00
Santa Clara #304 – Copacabana – 2257-3133 – De R$25, 00 a R$35, 00
Castelo Bed & Breakfast – Rua Saint Roman, 20 – 2521-5130 – A partir de R$ 35, 00
Copa Hostel – Av. Nossa Sra. de Copacabana, 1077 – 2521-1952 – De R$45, 00 a R$120, 00 (HI)
Copa Beach Hostel – Rua Miguel Lemos 31 / 201 – 3269-4093– A partir de R$ 50, 00
Copacabana Beach House – Rua Leopoldo Migues, 10 – 2255-8374 – De R$35, 00 a R$120, 00
Copacabana Tropical Hostel – Travessa Frederico Pamplona, 20 – 2547-0800 – De R$25, 00 a R$110, 00
Mellow Yellow
Copacabana Wave Hostel – Travessa Cristiano Lacorte, 46 – 2227-1846 – 3511-2846 – De R$30, 00 a R$100, 00
Copinha Hostel – Rua Felipe de Oliveira, 11 – 2275-8520 – 2275-9011 – De R$33, 00 a R$100, 00
Hostel Copa Praia – R. Tenente Marones de Gusmão, 85 – 2547-5422 – copapraia@velox.com.br
King George Hostel Travessa Guimarães Natal, 12 – 2279-7113
Mellow Yellow – Rua General Barbosa Lima, 51 – Copacabana – 2547-1993 – A partir de R$30, 00
Newton´s Roof Top – Rua siqueira Campos, 180 – 2545-7499 – De R$25, 00 a R$200, 00
Ipanema
Adventure Hostel
Adventure Hostel - Vinícius de Moraes, 174 – 3813-2726
Arpoador Beach Hostel – Rua Bulhões de Carvalho, 470 – 2267-7707 – A partir de R$ 25, 00
Bonita Ipanema – Rua Barão da Torre, 107
Casa 6 Ipanema Rua Barão da Torre, 175 – Casa 6 – 2247-1384
Che lagarto – Paul Redfern #48 – Ipanema – 2512-8076 – De R$45, 00 a R$130, 00
Colinas Residência – Rua Saint Roman, 338 – 3813-7272
Crab Hostel Brasil - Rua Prudente de Moraes, 903 – 2227-6130 – De R$32, 00 a R$110, 00
Crab Hostel – Rua Prudente de Morais, 903 – 2227-6130 – De R$32, 00 a R$110, 00
Girl From Ipanema – Rua Barão da Torre, 175 – Casa 3 – 3507-2165 – a partir de R$ 35
Hostel Harmonia – Rua Barão da Torre 175, casa 18 – 2523-4905 – A partir de R$ R$45, 00
Ipanema Beach House – Rua Barão da Torre, 485 – 3202-2693 – De R$45, 00 a R$140, 00
Ipanema Sun – Rua Joaquim Nabuco, nº 165 – 2513-1978 – De R$15, 00 a R$25, 00
Ipanema Wave Hostel – Rua Barão da Torre, 175 – Casa 5 – 2247-1384 – De R$35, 00 a R$120, 00
New Ipanema – Rua Barão da Torre, 175 – Casa 1 – A partir de R$ 35, 00
Rio Backpackers – Travessa Santa Leucádia, 38 – Copacabana – 2236-3803 – De R$30, 00 a R$100, 00
Bonjour
j' ai une amie chamante d' ailleur, qui loue des chambres dans son grand apparetements en face de la mer à barra da Tijuca.
Proche du centre commerciaux Barra Shopping, à 15' de copacabana.
à 20' de l' aeroport.
voiçi son mail.
luizallopes@yahoo.com.br
Bjr
nous aussi sommes 4 personnes a partie le 21/01/10 et nous avons loue un appartement a copacabana, c'est moins cher et surtout plus intime.😉
les posadas pour 4 avec chambre et wc prive sont plus cher.🙁
je ne sais pas si vous connaissez rio mais c'est merveilleux...😎
a bientot et bon sejour😏.
Oui , oui mais demande nous si on veut revenir en France ? On te laisse Sarkosy et nous on garde Lula avec toute la magie vue du ciel ou en bas rsrsrssr
kkkkkkkkk 30º toute l' année, plage et beignade en prime!
les plus belles femmes del mundo!
Des gens avec le sourrire toutes l' année!
En France c'était quand la dernière grêve?
Nous allons avoir la coupe du monde et le J.O rien que sa!
pourquoi tu est pas d accord avec moi pour dire que rio c est plus beau en helico
que en marchant dans la rue a copacabana?
pour le debat sarko lula celui qui a la plus belle femme c est sarko !!!
veut tu revenir en france?
tchao
benoit😎
ok 30 degrés toute l année mais combien de jour de ciel bleu?
les plus belles femmes du monde..refaite de partout, une de mes
principale deception au brazil les femmes.....
des gens avec le sourire toute l année...va faire un tour en asie
pour connaitre la definition du sourire
la derniere greve en france hier aujourd hui et demain grace a sarko
j aime bien l atmosphére des jours de gréve les gens s entraides
alors vive les gréves
les JO et la copa del mundo a rio tant mieux on va encore pouvoir
vous humiliez mais a la casa cette fois
et 1 et 2 et 3 zeros.....
cela dis j aime bien le bresil
bonne journée sous la pluie
benoit
Leucate c' est drole j'y suis allé dans ma jeunesse, courrir...
j'étais pas loin en vacances sur Quillant. pour la petite histoire.
Ici Sur Rio il fait beau pratiquement toute l' année tout du moin chaud.
Nous avons des hivers, un peu plus frais, et sa nous fait du bien. 15º/20].
Il suffit aussi d' aller à 120 km de rio vers Térésopolis à la montagne pour avoir un peu plus froid.
Si tu es de leucate tu dois avoir malgré tout un hivert pas trop rude? l' hiver en France malgré tout est un peu pénible, pluie froid vent, ciel gris etc...
Pour la chirurgie esthétique, nous avons pas le même avis visiblement.
Elles ne sont pas toutes refaites, mais celle qui on eu à faire à la chirurgie esthétique, c' est souvent le top. Le pays est en avance dans le domaine et il est inégalable!
les femmes se refont des seins, c' est sublimes! je voie pas en quoi sa change, la beauté de la femme. d' ailleurs, de plus en plus les femmes française commence à s'y mettre. l' esthétique fais partie de notre monde, de notre société.
Si tu es de leucate tu dois avoir malgré tout un hivert pas trop rude? l' hiver en France malgré tout est un peu pénible, pluie froid vent, ciel gris etc...
pour leucate c est 6 mois par ans l hiver cela fait 10 ans que j y est pas taté
comme les oiseaux migrateurs je passe mes hivers au chaud
pour en revenir au brazil j ai bien aimé globalement, mais c est loin d etre la
paradis sur terre que certain imagine, mais le paradis terrestre existe t il ?
perso je crois pas , tu ma l air en tout cas epanoui a rio et tu m en voit ravi
tes renseignements sont precis et je t en remercie
et je pense que les JO vont faire un grand bien a la renovation des transports
et batiments qui en on bien besoin
et je pense toujours que rio c est plus joli vu du cordovado que d ipanema
eclate toi bien a rio car tu va avoir du boulot de renseignement pour nos amis
forumistes qui se rendront a rio pour les jo et la cm
amicalement
benoit
Moi aussi je recherche mais pour 6 mois Janvier à Juin 2010, si vous avez une idée, nous sommes deux étudiantes québécoises à la Fac en design industriel, en échange à Rio pour cette période. Une chambre meublée avec lit double à partager serait suffisant, à 500 reais chacune svp. Merci a plus!
Séjour d'une semaine à Salvador, je recherche une pousada dans le quartier de barrra pas cher, 30 € et un bon plan pour loger sur Itaparica et boipeba.
Je me permets de vous écrire pour savoir si quelqu'un connait une posada sur Salvadore de bahia qui est tenu par des français à un bubget correct c'est à dire…
Nous partons au brésil avec un groupe de 40 enfants accompagnés d'une dizaine d'adultes. Nous sommes à la recherche d'un structure sur Salvador ou à côté afin…
Nous sommes une famille avec 3 grands enfants et nous serons sur florianopolis fin avril. Plutôt qu'un hôtel impersonnel ou une location, nous souhaiterions…
Hello,
my wife and I will be in Cusco for a week in March 2027.
I’d like to organize the visit to the site on our own, combining the Sacred Valley and Machu Picchu.
We’d leave Cusco on Day 1 to arrive at the site in the morning, then stay in Aguas Calientes or Ollantaytambo, and on Day 2 return to Cusco while visiting the Sacred Valley.
Is this doable?
Looking forward to hearing from you.
Cédric.
Hello,
We’re spending 3 weeks in Rio between February 20 and March 15, 2027, to visit our son and daughter-in-law. We’re thinking of one or two "escapes" from Rio—3-day trips to get away from the city (so not too far, max 3–4 hours by car or bus). We’re all ears for suggestions! We love beautiful nature and authentic experiences, not so much the touristy spots... even though those spots are often in beautiful places, we’d rather avoid them.
Thanks for your insights!
Catherine
Hello,
we’re arriving in Fortaleza on February 14, 2027, and planning to rent a car to drive to João Pessoa in two stages. We’ll leave from there on the 20th or 21st to head to Rio. Our questions:
- Which stop between Fortaleza and João Pessoa would be the most enjoyable?
- How long does it take to drive from Fortaleza to João Pessoa?
- Are there any easy hikes (no guide needed) around João Pessoa?
Thanks for all your replies—I’m hoping for lots!
Catherine
Hi there,
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.
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).
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
My partner and I are planning our 3-week trip to Ecuador for the summer of 2027. Yes, we’re getting a head start—we’re planning to visit the Galapagos Islands and want to make the most of our budget.
While researching online, I keep coming across ToutEquateur. Has anyone here used them before?
I’ve seen some interesting prices, especially for Amazon stays and Galapagos cruises, but I’m wondering if it’s worth booking through them or if I could get better deals by contacting lodges or boats directly (though I don’t speak much Spanish).
If you have any firsthand experiences to share, I’d love to hear them.
Hi everyone,
We're planning a trip to southern Chile in November. Here's our tentative itinerary:
Day 1: Arrival in Santiago, then a flight the next day to Balmaceda where we'll pick up a rental car to reach Coyhaique.
Day 3: Walk in the Coyhaique National Reserve, then continue to Puerto Chacabuco. Return to Coyhaique for the second night.
Day 4: Drive to Villa Cerro Castillo for a hike in the national park. Continue to Puerto Tranquilo and stay there for 3 nights.
Day 5: Boat tour on Laguna San Rafael.
Day 6: Day trip to Monte San Valentin Glacier.
Day 7: Excursion to the Marble Chapels, then drive to Puerto Guadal. We'll stay there for 3 nights.
Day 8: Walk along Lago Carrera and return to Puerto Guadal.
Day 9: Rio Baker Valley and, if possible, a glacier excursion.
Day 10: Drive to Cochrane and hike in Tamango National Reserve. We'll stay 2 nights in Cochrane.
Day 11: Walk in the Chacabuco Valley.
Day 12: Drive to Caleta Tortel. We'll stay there for 2 nights.
Day 13: Cruise in the Rio Baker delta.
Day 14: Return to Cochrane.
Day 15: Return to Balmaceda in two stages.
Day 16: Continue the return journey.
Day 17: Return the rental car and head back to Santiago.
After this, we're also planning to explore northern Santiago. I'll post about that part once I have a clearer idea of the route.
What do you think of this itinerary? Is it doable in 17 days?
Thanks in advance for your tips and recommendations.
martine
Hi everyone! So happy to be back on this forum—it’s packed with such useful info! 🙂 My husband and I are planning a 2.5-week self-drive trip to Colombia at the end of the year, including some domestic flights. My first question is: is it possible, easy, and safe to do a road trip in Colombia?
Below is our draft itinerary (with questions at each stop):
29/11: France → Colombia. Overnight in Bogotá.
30/11: Exploring Bogotá: La Candelaria and Montserrate.
01/12: Gold Museum (closed on Mondays). Drive to Zipaquirá (1.5 hrs) to visit the Salt Cathedral. Then drive to Villa de Leyva (3 hrs). Explore the town. Overnight in Villa de Leyva.
02/12: Return to Bogotá via Laguna de Guatavita (5 hrs). Is it worth the detour? Overnight in Bogotá.
03/12: Flight to Pereira. Drive to Salento. Overnight in Salento.
04/12: Cocora Valley (hike among the wax palms) followed by a drive around the area. Are there any waterfalls or other sights nearby?
05/12: Visit a coffee finca—any recommendations? Then explore the surroundings: Filandia, Manizales, waterfalls? Hot springs? Which ones?
06/12: Flight to Medellín.
07/12: Exploring Medellín: Centro, Plaza Botero, Comuna 13. How do you visit Comuna 13? Is it easy to get around Medellín? Metro? Buses?
08/12: Drive to Guatapé (2 hrs). Visit the town, stroll around the lake, then El Peñol. Overnight in Guatapé.
09/12: Return to Medellín.
10/12: Flight to Santa Marta. Drive to a hotel near Tayrona Park.
11/12: Tayrona—El Zaino entrance.
12/12: Tayrona—Palangana entrance, then Bahia Concha and Santa Marta. What do you think?
13/12: Drive to Minca (45 mins). Can we reach the village by car? Pozo Azul and Marinka waterfalls. Overnight in Minca (or back in Tayrona?).
14/12: Drive to Puerto Nao (5 hrs). Stop in Ciénaga on the way + boat tour in Nueva Venecia and/or Buena Vista? Not enough time? Overnight in Puerto Nao.
15/12: Exploring Cartagena: Centro, Getsemaní, the walls + La Boquilla if we have time.
16/12: La Boquilla (is it really worth it?) if we didn’t have time yesterday, then back to the beach.
17/12: Return to France.
So, what do you think? Is this doable, or should we tweak it? Thanks in advance for your invaluable feedback and tips! 🙂
Hi there, I’ll be in Brazil from December 10th to the end of February.
I’ve sketched out a rough itinerary but I’m not sure how to arrange it—considering the climate, year-end holidays, and Carnival.
Basically, I’m thinking of the Amazon, the Northeast coast with Lençóis Maranhenses National Park (but skipping Chapada Diamantina),
Ouro Preto, Paraty, and Ilha Grande—but no Rio visit.
Is this doable in 3 months?
Which direction should I take for this itinerary?
Thanks in advance!
Hi everyone, does anyone know the agency Ventura Travel Agency (not ventura travel)? After lots of research and quotes, it’s the only one offering Uyuni at a reasonable price while meeting all the criteria: transfer to the border, private-room accommodation, and a very fair rate. Other agencies or guides either offer shared rooms, no border transfer, or prices that are way too high. But I’d love to hear some reviews about this agency. Thanks in advance!
Hi everyone,
We're planning a trip to Chile to visit the Atacama Desert and then head toward Putre, Lauca, Salar de Surire, etc.
Which would be the better time to go, April or November?
Is an SUV enough?
Looking forward to your tips!
Hi everyone, French travelers in Chile—what credit cards do you use for your various car rentals in the country? I’m traveling in September and was planning to switch my regular debit card (a VISA PREMIER in deferred debit mode) for the deposit guarantee.
My rentals are with Figal in Punta Arenas, Econautos in Arica, and Chilean Rent a Car in Temuco, and all of them want the deposit on a credit card. For me, deferred debit *should* work, but I’ve read comments saying the opposite.
How’s it actually working on the ground with these rental companies right now? Will a deferred debit card work, or not at all?
In France, banks don’t issue credit cards, right—or am I mistaken?
Hi everyone, is it still possible to travel in Ecuador outside the Amazon region? If so, do you have a reliable agency to recommend? All your recent experiences from the past few months would be greatly appreciated. Thanks so much
Hi,
We’re heading to Buenos Aires for 3 days in November and would like to do a guided tour of a few neighborhoods. There are "free" tours, but none in French. Does anyone have a guide to recommend so we can really get to know the city beyond just the architecture?
Thanks
Hi there,
I’m desperately looking for info on the schedules and routes of (shared) boats to visit the islands of Lake Titicaca.
From what I’ve found, there’s a *combi* (bus) that leaves from Puno to go to Llachon. Where do you catch it? What are the schedules and frequency? Does it take about 1 hour?
Then in Llachon, you can take a boat to Amantani (45 min). Same question—where do you check for frequency and schedule?
After that, from Amantani, boats go to Taquile and then Uros. Do you have enough time to visit the islands between two boats? Frequency and schedule?
The goal is to do this tour independently (no agency) over 2 days. Thanks for any tips you might have!
I just got back from a trip to Bolivia and wow—what a wake-up call. It’s not the easiest country, but it’s absolutely stunning.
I started with Isla del Sol, perfect for easing into the altitude at a relaxed pace. Try to stay in the northern part of the island—it’s quieter and the views are insane. And the trout there? Unreal. Quick tip: bring cash in small bills; they almost never have change, and cards are rarely accepted.
Next up, La Paz. The city’s pretty wild, built in every direction. I did a few hikes in the area, including the famous Charquini Lagoon (the blue lake) at over 5,000 m—let’s just say I struggled 😅 but it was so beautiful it was totally worth it.
After that, I headed to Sajama. It’s cool, especially for the hot springs, and I stayed in Tomarapi. But honestly, if you’re short on time, you can skip it without too many regrets.
The highlight of the trip: the Salar. I did it starting from Tupiza, and I *highly* recommend going Tupiza → Uyuni. Way less crowded at the start and the landscapes are super varied. For the tour, I used SplitYourGuide to find a group, and it worked out great. Super handy for splitting costs and meeting people.
I wrapped up in Sucre—this city is gorgeous, all white, with such a chill vibe. And the salteñas + ice cream? Next level 😋
Bottom line: Bolivia’s a bit rough around the edges, sometimes exhausting (shoutout to the altitude), but it’s 1000% worth it.
If you’ve got questions or need tips, I’m happy to help!
Martin
I was planning to go to Réunion and stay in half-board accommodation with non-professionals, but it seems that’s not really the custom there—or maybe my budget isn’t big enough.
So, since I’ve already traveled around Ecuador and Peru, I’m now looking at Argentina, especially for its mountains (like the ones in Réunion that tempted me, even though—frustratingly—I could only admire them from below).
I plan to get around by bus and don’t know in advance where I’ll sleep, so I won’t book ahead. If I like a place, I might stay for several days.
I know that in Chile, it’s easy to find half-board accommodation, but what about in Argentina?
I’d like to stay with locals in half-board without it being a professional setup. I’m not sure if this is common practice there. It’s up to me to find someone willing to host me.
What do you think?
What would be a fair price (keeping in mind that 40 to 50 € is the max I can spend on accommodation, breakfast, and dinner)?
Hi everyone,
We’re heading to Patagonia for three weeks in November, starting from Coyhaique in Chile.
We won’t have a car, and I’m struggling to find information about transportation options for a few parts of the itinerary we’d like to do:
1) From Perito Moreno (the town, near Los Antiguos), we’d like to travel down Ruta 40 to visit Perito Moreno National Park and then cross into Chile via the Paso Roballos (at the latitude of Bajo Caracoles) to reach the road to Cochrane. Without a car, it seems we’ll need to use private agencies to get to the national park—do you have any recommendations or suggestions? Also, does anyone know if it’s possible to cross into Chile via Paso Roballos (from Bajo Caracoles) without a rental car? That is, without having to go all the way down to El Chaltén or back up toward Perito Moreno/Los Antiguos, etc.?
2) The second stretch that seems a bit tricky (though still easier, in theory) is from Caleta Tortel to Villa O’Higgins on the Chilean side. Do we have to go back through Cochrane, or are there ways to get directly from Tortel to Villa O’Higgins?
3) Finally, we’d like to hike into Argentina (El Chaltén) from O’Higgins. Any recommendations for this? Do we need to go through an agency? What’s the estimated duration of the trek?
As you’ve probably gathered, we want to visit some off-the-beaten-path spots but don’t have a car, so we’re looking for the best possible compromises.
Thanks so much in advance for all your suggestions!
Thomas
Hi,
we’re planning a round trip from San Pedro de Atacama, Chile, to Salta, Argentina, in two months. On the way there, we’ll take the northern route via Susques, Route 27, then 52. But for the return, we were thinking of taking the southern route via San Antonio de los Cobres, Route 51, then 23. Is it similar to the northern route in terms of road surface? How busy is it, and are there gas stations? Basically, should we be worried about doing it in an SUV that’s supposedly 4x4 but has regular road tires and no second spare wheel, obviously...
I’ve seen that we can stop over in San Antonio de los Cobres.
Thanks for your feedback.
Raf.
Hi,
we’ll be in Calama at the end of March 2026, and I’m looking for a reliable car rental there for a 7-day road trip to Salta, Argentina. But I’m struggling with the car rental agencies in Calama because the reviews can be scary. I saw Gyg, which has great ratings, but I’m a bit wary (5/5 from 59 reviews—either the guy’s amazing or it’s fake...), but I can’t find any recent reviews on VF in general.
For Punta Arenas, I booked with Dachelet and didn’t have any issues with email exchanges.
Thanks in advance.
Raf.
I’m planning the trip of my dreams for next November—Chile!
I’d love to get your thoughts on my potential itinerary. I know it’s a big investment in terms of both time and money, so every bit of feedback, suggestion, or info helps immensely. Thank you in advance!!
1-Flight to Santiago
2-Explore Santiago
3-Explore Santiago
4-Bus from STG to Valpo (2h) + visit Valparaíso + night in Viña
5-Visit Valparaíso + bus back to STG (2h)
6-Flight to Calama + bus to San Pedro + explore and acclimate in San Pedro + car rental in the afternoon (+Chaxa?)
7-(Very early) Valle del Arcoíris + Laguna Cejar + Valle de la Luna
Good evening,
We’d love to go in November to enjoy some beautiful beaches for about two weeks, preferably around Bahia, as November/December seems like a great time.
We’ve already traveled to Brazil several times and know the south of Rio as well as the region between São Luís and Fortaleza, and Chapada Diamantina...
What advice would you give us: the south with Itaparica, Morro de São Paulo, Boipeba, Barra Grande—or all four? Or maybe the north?
Thanks in advance for your help
Hi everyone, it’s been a while since I last posted!
First time in South America for me, my wife, and our 7-year-old son. I’ve put together this itinerary and would love to hear your thoughts:
Bogotá 28/07 – 30/07: Arrival. Which neighborhood and outings would you recommend?
Flight to
2 Filandia 30/07 – 03/08: (255 €). Waterfalls and horseback riding,
Cocora Valley,
Hiking,
Nearby villages.
Flight to
3 Tayrona 03/08 – 07/08: Hotel La Casablanca
Hike with Tierra Nevada and the Kogui village (any feedback?). Return by inner tube for the little one.
Short night hike.
Second hike to La Piscina, etc., return by 🐎.
4 Cartagena 07/08 – 10/08: Air-conditioned bus.
Staying in Getsemaní? Mangroves & the Castle, exploring the city.
5 Bogotá 10/08 – 12/08
Feel free to share your feedback!
Have a great day!
Hi,
During an upcoming trip to Peru, we’ll have one day to explore around Arequipa (excluding Colca Canyon) with a car and driver.
We’ve got a few options:
- Toro Muerto petroglyphs and dinosaur footprints at Querulpa
- Ruta del Sillar and Quebrada de Culebrillas
We’re a group of 6 friends with an average age of 70, all mobile, and we’re planning a trip to Peru in September/October 2026. Below is an idea of what we’re looking for: a French-speaking guide, accommodation in 3-star hotels or homestays with comfort.
Duration: 16 to 20 days on-site.
Visit the main sites with immersion in the culture and way of life.
Which francophone agency in Peru would you recommend? Thanks
Hi there!
I’m putting together my itinerary for Brazil, looking for beautiful natural spots with wildlife, flora, and great hikes...
I’ve come across the Cananeia / Super Agui / Ilha do Mel region and the PETAR / Intervales / Alto Ribeira area.
Has anyone here been to these places? If so, do you have any recommendations for accommodations and activities?
Thanks in advance!
Best,
Olivier 🌍
I’ll be in ARICA in northern Chile at the end of May 2026 and want to get to TACNA.
Are there taxis, buses, or collectivos that run the border crossing route?
After that, bus to AREQUIPA (Peru): any bus company you’d recommend?
Che lagarto –
Anita Garibaldi #87 – Copacabana – 2256-2776 – De R$38, 00 a R$120, 00
Santa Clara #304 – Copacabana – 2257-3133 – De R$25, 00 a R$35, 00
