Bonjour,
Je compte visiter la Bolivie (les sites populaires tels que La Paz et environs, trekking dans les Yungas, Titicaca et environs, Sucre, Potosi, Uyuni et le sud-ouest. Je prevois 3 semaines. J aimerais aussi passer de l autre cote de la frontiere Chilienne et visiter les environs de Calama (San Pedro d Atacama etc).
Mes questions:
1) est ce que 3 semaines c est realiste pour tout faire?
2) si oui, est ce que, au niveau des liaisons et transports, c est possible sans trop de perte de temps
3) que me suggerez vous comme itineraire, c est a dire, dans quel ordre dois je faire les visites? Sachant que mon vol est en provenance de la Belgique, dois-je
a) demarrer de Santa Cruz, descendre jusqu au sud ouest Bolivie (si possible, aller au nord Chili), puis remonter vers la Paz, ou
b) demarrer de Santiago de Chile, remonter vers le nord du Chili (Calama etc), passer la frontiere jusqu a Uyuni, visiter le sud-ouest bolivien, puis terminer par le nord (la Paz etc).
Je prefere ne pas demarrer par La Paz a cause de l altitude et du temps d acclimatation (etant donne que je prevois de faire un trek). J aimerais donc soit partir de Santa Cruz, soit plus au sud en venant de Santiago.
Atterrir à Santa Cruz, quitter cette ville rapidement (bof bof), aller à Sucre (1 nuit de bus), Puis Potosi (4 heures) Puis Uyuni (8 heures).
De Là: Salar, Sud Lipez et passer au Chili, San Pedro de Atacama (3 ou 4 jours de Uyuni à San Pedro).
Remonter vers Sajama, en s'arrêtant dans le Parc Lauca au CHili ou dans le Parc Sajama.
De là tracer à La Paz (1 dizaine d'heures si je me souviens bien), puis descendre vers les Yungas ou aller vers le lac Titicaca et le nord de la Cordillèra Real (Sorata, trek possible dans le massif de l'Illampu-Ancohuma).
Retour La Paz, depuis Sorata (6 heures)
Faire les 2 (yungas et trek), ça va faire court...
Sinon, atterrir à Santiago, et remonter vers San Pedro de Atacama, sud lipez, uyuni, Potosi, La Paz, etc.
Attention aux barrages en Bolivie, en ce moment, climat social quelque peu tendu.
Ne pas louper : Salar d'uyuni et sud lipez, Lauca ou Sajama, Potosi, Lac Titicaca, La Paz.
Pour le trek, si tu préfères aller dans les Yungas, possible de grimper le Licancabur (1 journée en +), ou les volcans Parinacota, Sajama dans les parcs Lauca et Sajama. ( compter 3 jours, alpi plutôt que trek ). Sinon, sans les grimper, tu peux toujours te balader dans les environs de ces volcans.
Sinon, trek à Sorata : laguna glaciar, au pied de l'illampu ( 3 jours en gros), le tour du massif, c'est 7 à 8 jours...
1) si je veux remonter jusqu au parc Sajama et/ou Lauca (en venant de San Pedro d Atacama), quelle route dois je prendre? La Panamerica qui remonte jusqu a Arica? Combien d heures cela va-t-il prendre? A moins de faire ca par avion?
2) Autre question, a quel niveau je passe la frontiere de la Bolivie au Chili: tout a fait au sud Lipez ou bien plus haut a Ollague? Je pensais eventuellement descendre jusqu au sud Lipez, passer la frontiere, visiter San Pedro d Atacama, remonter vers Calama puis prendre le train pour remonter (et repasser la frontiere) vers Uyuni. Et puis apres je continue ma route vers La Paz. Qu en penses-tu?
Je pense d un autre cote que je ne pourrai pas tout faire. Si je retrouve au Chili du cote de Calama les memes paysages qu au Sud de la Bolivie, peut etre qu il serait plus sage de ne pas passer de l autre cote de la frontiere.
3) Faut-il forcement passer par un tour operateur pour visiter le sud Bolivie? et si oui, comment ca se passe alors si je veux modifier ma route pour passer au Chili?
4) Pour les treks, je veux pas trop pousser ni faire de sommets. Une ou deux belles rando de 1 a 4 jours max par exemple. ( Au fait, j arrive pas a situer Licancabur)
donc de San Pedro de Atacama, tu peux rejoindre Arica en 1 nuit de bus ( en gros 10h). (ça passe par Calama).
De Arica, bus pour le parc Lauca ou Sajama (perso je me suis arrêté à Sajama, et j'ai crêché dans le bled de Sajama, rien à faire dans le patelin, ça meule séverement, mais le parc est splendide). De Sajama : La Paz en collectivo (en gros un traffic avec 10 - 15 places) d'abord, puis en bus quand le collectivo te dépose.
Pour passer la frontière Bolivie-> Chili : au sud lipez.
Prendre un "tour" à Uyuni qui te fait visiter le salar, le sud Lipez ( Laguna colorada, les geysers, el arbol de piedra, laguna verde, etc) et de là t'emmène à San Pedro. en 3 jours ( ou 4 si tu veux grimper le Licancabur volcan de 5900m et des bananes au pied du laguna verde - derrière, c'est le Chili)
Pour l'agence qui te fait le tour, à voir sur place à Uyuni. Une agence bien c'est quoi : une agence qui a des 4x4 pas trop pourris.
Vu que les bestiaux roulent sur le salar et dans le sable+rocailles à longueur d'année, je te laisse imaginer la vitesse à laquelle ils décrépissent, les 4x4...Donc pas de conseil sur une agence ou une autre.
Je suis allé 2 fois sur le Salar, à 3 ans d'intervalle. la 2ème fois j'ai pris la même agence que la 1ère fois, où tout c'était super bien passé. Ben la 2ème, ce fut une grosse misère, le 4x4 n'arrêtait pas de tomber en panne, pour finir il nous a laché en plein milieu de nulle part, moteur cassé. Ceci dit, on a passé 2 nuits à la belle dans le désert, dont on se souvient encore...
Si tu veux ne pas passer par agence, faut le prévoir à l'avance!! y'a rien, pas de flotte, pas de bled ou si peu, donc autonomie totale. En plus vu ton timing, tu le feras en 4x4, donc ne pas se faire chier et prendre une agence ( 70$ pour les 4 jours tout compris, en 2001).
Pour le coté passer au Chili, c'est clair qu'en 3 semaines, tu as largement de quoi faire en Bolivie.
Pour les treks ( ou rando) je reviens sur le plan Sorata ( au nord de la Paz) : c'est un coin vraiment sympa.
Merci! Ca se precise...
Je me retrouve avec 2 itineraires possibles:
1) Santa Cruz - Sucre - Potosi - Uyuni - Sud Lipez - San Pedro d Atacama et environs - Calama - Arica - Lauca, Parinacota et Sajama - La Paz (faire un ou deux treks: Sorata, Trek de Takesi, ou Trek El Choro...) - Titicaca
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2) Santa Cruz - Sucre - Potosi - Tupiza - Sud Lipez - San Pedro d Atacama et environs - Calama - Uyuni (avec le train) - Oruro - Sajama - La Paz (faire un ou deux treks: Sorata, Trek de Takesi, ou Trek El Choro...) - Titicaca
Voila, qu est ce qui est mieux d apres toi?
D avance un tout grand merci! Ca demande du temps de lire tous les messages sur ce forum et d y repondre. J espere y trouver encore plein d infos!
la solution 2, ça implique d'aller à Oruro et de là aller à Sajama : bon c'est quand même assez paumé Sajama, comprendre que les liaisons en bus ou en collectivo, je ne suis pas sûr qu'il y en ait de quotidienne. Note que ça a dû changer depuis 2001, donc prendre des infos plus récentes à ce sujet.
Sinon Tupiza, c'est pas mal aussi, mais ça fait encore 1 détour.
Ton choix devra s'orienter en fonction du timming.
Note que le train Uyuni - Oruro, il n'y en a pas tous les jours. et les horaires sont différents d'un jour à l'autre... Il existe un topo sur ce train avec horaire et prix sur le net : taper "ferrocaril de bolivia", et du devrais pouvoir trouver qqch.
bonjour,
je me joins à la conversation, je rentre d'un périple de 6 semaines dans les Andes
tu peux également attérir à Antofagasta ou calama au Chili et prendre dans la foulée une bus pour arica (11h de trajet de nuit) avec tur bus en semi cama, afin de dormir un peu quand même.... de Arica après une bonne nuit de repos (voir la maison de france pour le logement tout près du terminal de bus et tenu par christian un mec super) tu vas au parc lauca à parinacota où tu pourras passer une nuit à 4200.. et le lendemain reprendre le bus qui file sur la paz.(il est à 12h30, à noter que pour rejoindre parinacota qui se trouve à environ 4km de la grande route, il te faudra marcher dans un paysage de rêve....dur dur...)ensuite la paz, lac titicaca, ile du soleil....
retour sur la paz direction uyuni, puis postosi et sucre, retour sur potosi et bus pour tupiza, de là file à l'agence "grano de oro" et aucune autre agence tellement ils sont pros et dévoués et là tu fais un trip à la journée 4x4/vélo/rando avec Carlos d'une gentillesse peu commune. Tupiza mérite obligatoirement un arrêt, c'est l'ouest américain !!! puis le lendemain le super trip du sud lipez en 4 jours (tupiza uyuni san pedro) pour terminer à la frontière bolivo-chilienne près de san pedro d'où tu pourras faire la vallée de la lune les lagunes miscanti et mimiques, tatio, la vallée de la mort etc.....
puis direction antofagasta en bus
je reste à ta disposition pour plus de renseignements
après l'idéal si tu avais plus de temps serait d'inclure le nord de l'argentine, qui est absolument merveilleux : salta les quebrada de las conchas, las flechas, pumamarca, purmmarca, cachi etc.....
si tu veux voir quelques photos panoramiques rdv ci-dessous
http://www.parcourirlemonde.com une fois sur la page d'accueil en haut tu as trois liens rouge bolivie argentine et chili, en attendant que je me mette à faire le site sur le voyage
Bonjour
Je me joins aussi à la discussion !
Je pars au Pérou cet été pour une durée d'environ 6 semaines et je souhaiterais descendre et faire une" boucle" d'Arica à La Paz pour une durée de 12 à 15 jours . J'hésite entre plusieur trajets. Arica, Parc de la Lauca, Sajama, Potosi, Tupiza, sud Lipez, Uyuni, La Paz OU ...Arica ; puis court détour au Parc Lauca, St Pedro, excursion vallée de la Lune etc.. puis route vers Uyuni (par une agence), puis Potosi et La Paz.
Que me conseillez-vous entre ces deux trajets ?
Les paysages autour de st Pedro sont ils semblables à ceux du sud de la Bolivie ? Ceux autour de Sajama valent ils vraiment le détour ?
Ces routes sont elles pratiquables en cette saison ? (juillet / août)
Auriez vous des treks (3jours maxi) à nous conseiller dans la région de La Paz ?
Merci !
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My partner and I are planning our 3-week trip to Ecuador for the summer of 2027. Yes, we’re getting a head start—we’re planning to visit the Galapagos Islands and want to make the most of our budget.
While researching online, I keep coming across ToutEquateur. Has anyone here used them before?
I’ve seen some interesting prices, especially for Amazon stays and Galapagos cruises, but I’m wondering if it’s worth booking through them or if I could get better deals by contacting lodges or boats directly (though I don’t speak much Spanish).
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?
Hi there,
We’re spending 3 weeks in Brazil, arriving in São Paulo—a couple plus a teen—and we’ll have a rental car.
We especially love nature: hiking, wildlife watching, birds, etc.
We’re planning to wrap up with a week around Paraty and Ilha Grande.
We’re not really into visiting big cities like São Paulo or Rio unless you think we’d be missing out big time.
So we’ve got 2 weeks to explore the south/southwest region of São Paulo.
What do you recommend?
National parks? Off-the-beaten-path nature spots? Iguazu Falls?
Hi there,
Do you have any recommendations for comfortable accommodation in Leyva and Barichara? We're also looking for a guide to explore the areas around these two towns (parks, waterfalls, etc.).
Thanks for your tips!
I visited Colombia in January 2016 and I’m heading back from August 6th to 17th with the same airline to see how things have changed. Starting August 18th, I’ll continue with independent exploration. I prefer slow travel and enjoying places at my own pace.
Any tips—especially for getting around or must-see spots—are welcome!
Thu Aug 06. Fly Montreal to Bogotá 20:55-04:05+1 Air Canada
Fri Aug 07. Bogotá
Sat Aug 08. Bogotá
Sun Aug 09. Bogotá
Mon Aug 10. Fly Bogotá to Medellín
Tue Aug 11. Medellín - Explore Guatapé
Wed Aug 12. Comuna 8 & Hill of Values - PM Fly to Pereira
Thu Aug 13. Montenegro
Fri Aug 14. Salento - Cocora Valley
Sat Aug 15. Fly to Cartagena
Sun Aug 16. Explore Cartagena
Mon Aug 17. Explore Cartagena
Tue Aug 18. Fly Cartagena to Cali 12:20-14:55 Latam
Wed Aug 19. Cali
Thu Aug 20. Cali
Fri Aug 21. Cali
Sat Aug 22. Bus Cali to Popayán 09:00-13:00
Sun Aug 23. Popayán
Mon Aug 24. Popayán
Tue Aug 25. Popayán - Day trip to Silvia (Market Day)
Wed Aug 26. Overland Popayán to Tierradentro by public transportation 4h, 100km
Thu Aug 27. Tierradentro
Fri Aug 28. Tierradentro
Sat Aug 29. Overland Tierradentro to Garzón via La Plata
Sun Aug 30. Bus Garzón to San Agustín 10:30-13:00
Mon Aug 31. San Agustín
Tue Sep 01. San Agustín
Wed Sep 02. San Agustín
Thu Sep 03. San Agustín
Fri Sep 04. Overland San Agustín to Tatacoa Desert via Neiva
Sat Sep 05. Tatacoa Desert
Sun Sep 06. Fly to Bogotá via Neiva 16:00-17:00 Latam
Mon Sep 07. Bogotá
Tue Sep 08. Fly Bogotá to Montreal 09:00-16:30 Air Canada
Hi there,
Three years ago during a trip to Java (no, I didn’t post in the wrong forum!), I came across the address of former miners who had switched to “tourism” and organized nighttime ascents of the Kawah Ijen volcano and descents into the crater.
So I was thinking—maybe there are miners on the salt flats too, either former or still active, who do the same thing. If you’ve had an experience like this, I’d love any tips you can share.
Thanks in advance.
Hi there, since there isn’t much recent info on how to get to MP, I’d love to know if there have been any improvements to the "route" to Hydroelectrica. Is it feasible to drive there in February? And is it still possible to walk all the way to Aguas Calientes? I think I read somewhere that it’s no longer allowed??
Do you think I can buy Machu Picchu entrance tickets last-minute at that time of year, given the weather?
A group of friends and I are heading to Brazil in March 2019 and we’d love to attend the Carnival parade. I could really use your help because I’m struggling to find reviews for online ticket sellers for Carnival.
I came across rio-carnival—is this a reliable agency?
Do you have other agencies to recommend or experiences to share?
Any advice is welcome.
