Nous partons le 4 novembre en Patagonie avec comme 1ère étape Puerto Madryn, en voyageant autant que possible en bus. Notre projet : bus Puerto Madryn-Bariloche, voiture pour la région des 7 Lacs, bus pour Puerto Montt et Chiloë au Chili. Nous devrions être dans ce secteur entre le 11 et le 18 novembre.Mais ma crainte, ce sont les conséquences de l'éruption volcanique : les paysages sont-ils gâchés par les cendres ? peut-on passer au Chili en bus ? si le séjour dans cette région s'avère impossible, rejoindre Calafate en bus par la ruta 40 sera-t-il possible à cette époque ? Nous envisageons plutôt de rejoindre Puerto Natales en avion avec Sky à partir de Puerto Montt, mais à condition de pouvoir passer au Chili ! Il y a en ce moment de la place et des tarifs intéressants, ce ne sera sans doute plus vrai si nous attendons d'être sur place. De même, nous prendrions bien un vol Ushuaïa-Buenos Aires après avoir circulé en Patagonie du sud. Même problème : il faudrait réserver maintenant. Donc, l'urgent pour nous c'est d'avoir des informations récentes sur la situation autour de Bariloche et sur les bus vers Calafate en novembre. Merci infiniment à ceux qui peuvent nous éclairer. Cordialement. Vulcanie
Bariloche - route des 7 Lacs - Puerto Montt: toujours des cendres?
by Vulcanie
This discussion is in French, the community’s main language.
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Bonjour
Nous partons le 4 novembre en Patagonie avec comme 1ère étape Puerto Madryn, en voyageant autant que possible en bus. Notre projet : bus Puerto Madryn-Bariloche, voiture pour la région des 7 Lacs, bus pour Puerto Montt et Chiloë au Chili. Nous devrions être dans ce secteur entre le 11 et le 18 novembre.Mais ma crainte, ce sont les conséquences de l'éruption volcanique : les paysages sont-ils gâchés par les cendres ? peut-on passer au Chili en bus ? si le séjour dans cette région s'avère impossible, rejoindre Calafate en bus par la ruta 40 sera-t-il possible à cette époque ? Nous envisageons plutôt de rejoindre Puerto Natales en avion avec Sky à partir de Puerto Montt, mais à condition de pouvoir passer au Chili ! Il y a en ce moment de la place et des tarifs intéressants, ce ne sera sans doute plus vrai si nous attendons d'être sur place. De même, nous prendrions bien un vol Ushuaïa-Buenos Aires après avoir circulé en Patagonie du sud. Même problème : il faudrait réserver maintenant. Donc, l'urgent pour nous c'est d'avoir des informations récentes sur la situation autour de Bariloche et sur les bus vers Calafate en novembre. Merci infiniment à ceux qui peuvent nous éclairer. Cordialement. Vulcanie
Nous partons le 4 novembre en Patagonie avec comme 1ère étape Puerto Madryn, en voyageant autant que possible en bus. Notre projet : bus Puerto Madryn-Bariloche, voiture pour la région des 7 Lacs, bus pour Puerto Montt et Chiloë au Chili. Nous devrions être dans ce secteur entre le 11 et le 18 novembre.Mais ma crainte, ce sont les conséquences de l'éruption volcanique : les paysages sont-ils gâchés par les cendres ? peut-on passer au Chili en bus ? si le séjour dans cette région s'avère impossible, rejoindre Calafate en bus par la ruta 40 sera-t-il possible à cette époque ? Nous envisageons plutôt de rejoindre Puerto Natales en avion avec Sky à partir de Puerto Montt, mais à condition de pouvoir passer au Chili ! Il y a en ce moment de la place et des tarifs intéressants, ce ne sera sans doute plus vrai si nous attendons d'être sur place. De même, nous prendrions bien un vol Ushuaïa-Buenos Aires après avoir circulé en Patagonie du sud. Même problème : il faudrait réserver maintenant. Donc, l'urgent pour nous c'est d'avoir des informations récentes sur la situation autour de Bariloche et sur les bus vers Calafate en novembre. Merci infiniment à ceux qui peuvent nous éclairer. Cordialement. Vulcanie
Vulcanie
Hola Vulcanie,
j'ai posté un sujet hier sur ce problème. Voir Argentine.
Villa La Angostura est toujours sous cendres et les environs aussi. La forêt d'Arrayanes qui est à voir est fermée au public.La route conduisant au Chili est toujours fermée par les Chiliens.La route des septs lacs, je n'ai aucune nouvelle mais c'est l'endroit qui en a pris le plus. J'ai fait cette route avec une petite voiture mais je crois que ce n'est plus possible maintenant. Les cendres sont comme du sable mouvant.
Elle était déjà difficile avant car en Ripio, donc, à l'heure actuelle elle est plus difficile. A se renseigner sur place, à Bariloche. Les Bus arrivent à Bariloche et de là, il y en a pour Villa La Angostura.Les aéroports ouverts sont Neuquen et Esquel, c'est tout.
San Martin de Los Andes fait sa saison d'hiver mais il y eut également beaucoup de cendres.
Bariloche fait sa saison d'hiver normalement. Il faut voir aussi ce qui va se passer lors du printemps avec les fontes de neige et les cendres.
Voilà pour l'instant ce qu'il y a à dire.
Bon voyage.😎
No deje crecer hierba en el camino de la amistad.
"Il y a les vivants, les morts... et ceux qui partent en mer." Victor Hugo.
Voici ce qu'il y a sur "La Nacion" aujourd'hui: on y parle de
Villa la Angostura.J'ai souligné et en gras noir le texte qui vous importe le plus.
Si vous pensez aller de ce côté, essayez d'avoir avec vous et en suffisance des masques pour vous préserver de la poussière car je ne sais pas s'il y en a en suffisance dans les pharmacies de la région.
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En el techo de una hostería, vecinos del lugar sacan la ceniza. Foto: Archivo
En reconstrucción. Así está Villa La Angostura a tres meses de la erupción del volcán Puyehue, ese gigante que regó una lluvia de cenizas durante una semana y que, desde entonces, sigue escupiendo material volcánico.
"Fueron 70 bombas atómicas. Nos estamos recuperando de este desastre, pero no es fácil", reconoció ante LA NACION el secretario de Turismo de Villa La Angostura, Juan José Fioranelli. Según contó, el Municipio ya destinó varios millones de pesos para afrontar la contingencia durante los primeros días y que ahora las tareas están a cargo de la provincia. "Agotamos todos los recursos municipales", admitió.
La erupción del volcán se sintió en toda la Patagonia, pero el lugar más afectado fue esta ciudad de 13.000 habitantes. Allí se quedaron sin luz, sin agua, sin caminos, con cenizas contaminando el aire, con parvas de arena tapándolo todo. Según un informe preliminar de los especialistas de la Unidad de Medio Ambiente de Organización de Naciones Unidas la ceniza llegó para quedarse varios años y alterará la flora, la fauna, el aire, el suelo y las poblaciones.
A tres meses del desastre, Villa La Angostura se recupera entre las ruinas. El secretario de Defensa Civil y Seguridad Vial de la Municipalidad, responsable del Comando de Operaciones de Emergencia (COE), David Tressens, detalló esta reconstrucción.
"La luz sigue tomada de los pelos", se sinceró Tressens. El servicio eléctrico se corta de manera sistemática, dos o tres veces por semana. "Estamos en obras para reconstruir todo el sistema eléctrico, porque la red de distribución fue seriamente dañada", comentó. Se hará un tendido subterráneo de media tensión en lugar del aéreo que funcionaba hasta ahora. Unos 1500 habitantes aún no tienen luz: se proveen con grupos electrógenos propios (Villa La Angostura no está conectada al sistema eléctrico nacional y prevén estarlo el año próximo).
La unidad reconstructora provincial organizada para atender esta contingencia también tiene como prioridad las obras de agua. "Se está haciendo un sistema nuevo porque se destruyó todo", dijo el coordinador del COE. Habla de reparar el proceso de captación de agua tanto en arroyos como en el lago. "Las bombas sumergibles, una forma de captación de agua en el lago Nahuel Huapi, tienen problemas. La arena que cayó al lago es altamente corrosiva y liquida los equipos: si duraban años, ahora se rompen en pocos meses y cuestan US$ 30.000 cada uno", explicó Tressens.
También la etapa de distribución de este servicio vital está afectada por la lluvia de arena -se estima que ya cayeron entre unos 20 millones de m3 de arena en el ejido municipal-. En síntesis, unos 3000 vecinos siguen sin agua: se las arreglan con la provisión de unos carros del Ejército que les entregan su ración de agua potable. Para bañarse usan el líquido turbio que baja por las cañerías, los residuos del volcán caen en las tomas de cielo abierto e inhabilita el agua para el consumo. La situación del turismo Para la dueña de Hostería Le Lac, Andrea Klarenberg, los trabajos van muy lentos. "Entiendo que mejoraron algunas cosas, pero el volcán sigue activo y en lugar de 35 máquinas debería haber 200. Si seguimos a este ritmo, en el verano no vamos a estar listos para recibir a los turistas", dijo esta mujer que desde hace meses sólo ve parvas de arena que no logra achicar. Mientras, un contestador automático en su hostería anuncia que "por razones de público conocimiento" el establecimiento está cerrado. "Me estoy comiendo los ahorros", respondió cuando LA NACION preguntó acerca de su medio de sustento. "Llevo $ 20.000 gastados en limpieza". Hosterías, cabañas, locales comerciales.la mayoría suspendió a sus empleados. Ocupan su tiempo en palear el desastre. "Durante dos meses no se facturó nada en Villa La Angostura", dijo, a modo de balance el secretario de Turismo municipal. De las 4200 camas ocupadas que suele haber en invierno, se ocuparon el 1,5 por ciento. "Nos estamos convirtiendo en un pueblo fantasma", se lamentó Klarenberg. La inactividad comercial es casi total y el empleo público es muy bajo en este valle verde, hoy tapizado de cenizas. "Es una encrucijada, porque dependemos del turismo pero esto parece Kosovo. Si no se apuran los trabajos en verano la ceniza va a volar toda. No podemos pedir que vengan a pasear con barbijos". Las voces oficiales del Municipio son más optimistas. Creen que los próximos meses de primavera serán clave para que la ciudad recupere sus colores más vivos. Mientras, para paliar estos meses de ausencia total de ingresos, se logró la suspensión por 6 meses del pago de impuestos provinciales y se aprobaron créditos blandos para cabañeros, hosterías y comerciantes. El gobierno nacional postergó los vencimientos de los impuestos. El reclamo unánime es que se perdonen los tributos nacionales también y que se rebaje el precio del combustible en este tiempo de emergencia que, todos esperan, termine pronto.
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"Fueron 70 bombas atómicas. Nos estamos recuperando de este desastre, pero no es fácil", reconoció ante LA NACION el secretario de Turismo de Villa La Angostura, Juan José Fioranelli. Según contó, el Municipio ya destinó varios millones de pesos para afrontar la contingencia durante los primeros días y que ahora las tareas están a cargo de la provincia. "Agotamos todos los recursos municipales", admitió.
La erupción del volcán se sintió en toda la Patagonia, pero el lugar más afectado fue esta ciudad de 13.000 habitantes. Allí se quedaron sin luz, sin agua, sin caminos, con cenizas contaminando el aire, con parvas de arena tapándolo todo. Según un informe preliminar de los especialistas de la Unidad de Medio Ambiente de Organización de Naciones Unidas la ceniza llegó para quedarse varios años y alterará la flora, la fauna, el aire, el suelo y las poblaciones.
A tres meses del desastre, Villa La Angostura se recupera entre las ruinas. El secretario de Defensa Civil y Seguridad Vial de la Municipalidad, responsable del Comando de Operaciones de Emergencia (COE), David Tressens, detalló esta reconstrucción.
"La luz sigue tomada de los pelos", se sinceró Tressens. El servicio eléctrico se corta de manera sistemática, dos o tres veces por semana. "Estamos en obras para reconstruir todo el sistema eléctrico, porque la red de distribución fue seriamente dañada", comentó. Se hará un tendido subterráneo de media tensión en lugar del aéreo que funcionaba hasta ahora. Unos 1500 habitantes aún no tienen luz: se proveen con grupos electrógenos propios (Villa La Angostura no está conectada al sistema eléctrico nacional y prevén estarlo el año próximo).
La unidad reconstructora provincial organizada para atender esta contingencia también tiene como prioridad las obras de agua. "Se está haciendo un sistema nuevo porque se destruyó todo", dijo el coordinador del COE. Habla de reparar el proceso de captación de agua tanto en arroyos como en el lago. "Las bombas sumergibles, una forma de captación de agua en el lago Nahuel Huapi, tienen problemas. La arena que cayó al lago es altamente corrosiva y liquida los equipos: si duraban años, ahora se rompen en pocos meses y cuestan US$ 30.000 cada uno", explicó Tressens.También la etapa de distribución de este servicio vital está afectada por la lluvia de arena -se estima que ya cayeron entre unos 20 millones de m3 de arena en el ejido municipal-. En síntesis, unos 3000 vecinos siguen sin agua: se las arreglan con la provisión de unos carros del Ejército que les entregan su ración de agua potable. Para bañarse usan el líquido turbio que baja por las cañerías, los residuos del volcán caen en las tomas de cielo abierto e inhabilita el agua para el consumo. La situación del turismo Para la dueña de Hostería Le Lac, Andrea Klarenberg, los trabajos van muy lentos. "Entiendo que mejoraron algunas cosas, pero el volcán sigue activo y en lugar de 35 máquinas debería haber 200. Si seguimos a este ritmo, en el verano no vamos a estar listos para recibir a los turistas", dijo esta mujer que desde hace meses sólo ve parvas de arena que no logra achicar. Mientras, un contestador automático en su hostería anuncia que "por razones de público conocimiento" el establecimiento está cerrado. "Me estoy comiendo los ahorros", respondió cuando LA NACION preguntó acerca de su medio de sustento. "Llevo $ 20.000 gastados en limpieza". Hosterías, cabañas, locales comerciales.la mayoría suspendió a sus empleados. Ocupan su tiempo en palear el desastre. "Durante dos meses no se facturó nada en Villa La Angostura", dijo, a modo de balance el secretario de Turismo municipal. De las 4200 camas ocupadas que suele haber en invierno, se ocuparon el 1,5 por ciento. "Nos estamos convirtiendo en un pueblo fantasma", se lamentó Klarenberg. La inactividad comercial es casi total y el empleo público es muy bajo en este valle verde, hoy tapizado de cenizas. "Es una encrucijada, porque dependemos del turismo pero esto parece Kosovo. Si no se apuran los trabajos en verano la ceniza va a volar toda. No podemos pedir que vengan a pasear con barbijos". Las voces oficiales del Municipio son más optimistas. Creen que los próximos meses de primavera serán clave para que la ciudad recupere sus colores más vivos. Mientras, para paliar estos meses de ausencia total de ingresos, se logró la suspensión por 6 meses del pago de impuestos provinciales y se aprobaron créditos blandos para cabañeros, hosterías y comerciantes. El gobierno nacional postergó los vencimientos de los impuestos. El reclamo unánime es que se perdonen los tributos nacionales también y que se rebaje el precio del combustible en este tiempo de emergencia que, todos esperan, termine pronto.
No deje crecer hierba en el camino de la amistad.
"Il y a les vivants, les morts... et ceux qui partent en mer." Victor Hugo.
Bonjour et merci infiniment pour vos deux messages qui montrent malheureusement l'ampleur du désastre pour les habitants et l'environnement. L'article de presse est particulièrement éloquent et je ne pensais pas que la situation était encore si grave.Les informations en France ont été éphémères et l'éruption pouvait paraître moins dramatique qu'un séisme par exemple.
Je pense que nous allons donc renoncer à parcourir la région de Bariloche et des Lacs car tout semble vraiment dans la grisaille et nous ne pourrons pas nous rendre non plus à Chiloë car le passage terrestre le plus approprié pour rejoindre ensuite BA en bus est encore bloqué. Dans 2 mois, il n'y aura peut-être pas encore de situation normale et nous ne pourrons pas prendre le risque de rester bloqués avant un vol international.
La Patagonie au sud de Bariloche a-t-elle souffert : dépôt de cendres ? ciel chargé ?
La Ruta 40 sera-t-elle praticable vers la mi-novembre ?
Il ne faut quand même pas abandonner la Patagonie et aller vers le NOA ?
Bien cordialement et encore merci.
Vulcanie
Vulcanie
Vulcanie
Hola Vulcanie,
Non pour le reste de la Patagonie, il n'y a pas de problèmes. Vous pouvez déjà partir de Bariloche.
Les jours d'éruptions, le vent étaient du Sud-Ouest et donnaient plus vers Buenos Aires et le sud de la provinces de Buenos Aires qu'autre chose. La ligne directrice des vents a été, si vous regardez une carte:
Puerto Montt - Puyehue - Villa la Angostura (Bariloche, San Martin de Los Andes, Junin de Los Andes) - Neuquen - Bahia Blanca - Buenos Aires - Mar del Plata.Ce shema en forme d'entonnoir.
Pour la route 40, il n'y a aucun problème.
Pour la Péninsula de Valdes, non plus.
Attention que pour l'instant les deux aéroport les plus près de Bariloche sont: Neuquen et Esquel. Bariloche est toujours fermé.
Une géologue a parlé récemment à la TV qu'il y en aurait au minimum pour une centaine d'année avant que la nature ne reprenne le dessus.
Vous n'allez quand même pas attendre husque là?
Buenos Aires, Mar del Plata et les autres aéroports ont été fermés en ce temps là pour la propagation des cendres.
Je vous souhaite une bonne préparation.
😎
No deje crecer hierba en el camino de la amistad.
"Il y a les vivants, les morts... et ceux qui partent en mer." Victor Hugo.
Merci encore.Pour la ruta 40, nous ne pouvons pas la faire de B. vers Calafate car nous serons trop tôt : vers le 10 novembre à Bariloche. Nous devons d'abord aller vers le sud de Puerto Madryn à Ushuaïa pour remonter de C. vers B..
J'aurais préféré le sens inverse, finir par Ushuaîa et prendre un vol vers BA.
Cordialement.
Vulcanie
Vulcanie
Bonjour et merci pour toutes ces informations!
Actuellement en Bolivie nous comptons nous rendre en bus dans la region Puerto Mont - Chiloe aux environs du 10 octobre. Cette zone est elle accessible normalement ou y a t il des restrictions quand aux deplacements etou activites touristiques??
merci d avance pour la reponse!!
merci d avance pour la reponse!!
😉Normalement compte tenu des vents dominants, le sud du Chili n'est pas concerné par le nuage de cendres.Chegringo pourra peut-être confirmer?
Hola Gane,
attention que la route 231 de San Carlos de Bariloche à Osorno est toujours fermée par les autorités Chilienne. Il faut entrer au Chili, plus au Nord. Il faut voir si de Neuquen, il y a des Bus pour Temuco. Je crois que oui car cette route 22 est très fréquentée et surtout tous le trafic qui passait par Villa La Angostura doit passer par là.
Pour ce qui est du Chili, il n'y a, à mon sens aucun proplème car comme il est dit, les vents dominants ont soufflé côté Argentine et souffle encore pour l'instant car hier les aéroports de Buenos Aires ont dû suspendre les vols pour nuage de cendres au dessus de la ville.
Cordoba, l'aéroport, hier a été fermé pour les fumées d'un incendie important aux alentours de l'aéroport.
A votre service pour d'autres informations et bon voyage.😎
No deje crecer hierba en el camino de la amistad.
"Il y a les vivants, les morts... et ceux qui partent en mer." Victor Hugo.
Hola gane,
Prends une carte de la région, s'il te plaît, car il n'est pas possible de discuter de quelque chose que tu ne connais pas. Vulcanie a raison, il n'y a pas de passage.
Restons sérieux, svp!😠
No deje crecer hierba en el camino de la amistad.
"Il y a les vivants, les morts... et ceux qui partent en mer." Victor Hugo.
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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
Hi there,
Three years ago during a trip to Java (no, I didn’t post in the wrong forum!), I came across the address of former miners who had switched to “tourism” and organized nighttime ascents of the Kawah Ijen volcano and descents into the crater.
So I was thinking—maybe there are miners on the salt flats too, either former or still active, who do the same thing. If you’ve had an experience like this, I’d love any tips you can share.
Thanks in advance.
Hi there, since there isn’t much recent info on how to get to MP, I’d love to know if there have been any improvements to the "route" to Hydroelectrica. Is it feasible to drive there in February? And is it still possible to walk all the way to Aguas Calientes? I think I read somewhere that it’s no longer allowed??
Do you think I can buy Machu Picchu entrance tickets last-minute at that time of year, given the weather?
Hello everyone!
A group of friends and I are heading to Brazil in March 2019 and we’d love to attend the Carnival parade. I could really use your help because I’m struggling to find reviews for online ticket sellers for Carnival. I came across rio-carnival—is this a reliable agency? Do you have other agencies to recommend or experiences to share? Any advice is welcome.
Thanks! 🙂 Marine
A group of friends and I are heading to Brazil in March 2019 and we’d love to attend the Carnival parade. I could really use your help because I’m struggling to find reviews for online ticket sellers for Carnival. I came across rio-carnival—is this a reliable agency? Do you have other agencies to recommend or experiences to share? Any advice is welcome.
Thanks! 🙂 Marine