Que me conseillez vous sur la visite du Salar ? Faut il commencer le circuit par la ville de Uyuni ou Tupiza ? Quels sont les avantages/inconvénients du circuit ? Par ailleurs, le froid semble être trés présent dans cette région, quelles sont les températures attendues vers la mi-août ? Merci pour vos réponses
Salar d'Uyuni ou Tupiza?
by Porsche
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Bonjour,
Que me conseillez vous sur la visite du Salar ? Faut il commencer le circuit par la ville de Uyuni ou Tupiza ? Quels sont les avantages/inconvénients du circuit ? Par ailleurs, le froid semble être trés présent dans cette région, quelles sont les températures attendues vers la mi-août ? Merci pour vos réponses
Que me conseillez vous sur la visite du Salar ? Faut il commencer le circuit par la ville de Uyuni ou Tupiza ? Quels sont les avantages/inconvénients du circuit ? Par ailleurs, le froid semble être trés présent dans cette région, quelles sont les températures attendues vers la mi-août ? Merci pour vos réponses
Bonjour,
Je pense que c'est mieux de le faire de Tupiza, mais il faut que ça colle à votre itinéraire. Le village même est plus sympa que Uyuni, en attendant votre tour vous pouvez vous balader dans les environs. Partir de Tupiza a l'avantage d'être avec moins de monde, et donc de plus profiter des sites. Quand vous partez de Uyuni, le dernier jour, vous faîtes 8 heures de jeep sans grand intérêt puisque vous remontez à la verticale sur Uyuni.
Quant aux températures, le mois d'août est encore l'hiver. il fera froid.
Je pense que c'est mieux de le faire de Tupiza, mais il faut que ça colle à votre itinéraire. Le village même est plus sympa que Uyuni, en attendant votre tour vous pouvez vous balader dans les environs. Partir de Tupiza a l'avantage d'être avec moins de monde, et donc de plus profiter des sites. Quand vous partez de Uyuni, le dernier jour, vous faîtes 8 heures de jeep sans grand intérêt puisque vous remontez à la verticale sur Uyuni.
Quant aux températures, le mois d'août est encore l'hiver. il fera froid.
Bonjour,
Si ce n'est pas trop tard, sinon cela servira à d'autres. Nous venons de faire l'excursion du Salar d'Uyuni en août. Si vous prévoyez d'aller au Chili (San Pedro) dans la foulée comme nous, il faut commencer à Uyuni. Sinon il y a moins de monde qui part de Tupiza. Côté température, la deuxième nuit est très froide donc soit vous avez de bons sacs de couchage soit l'agence peut vous en prêter.
Nous avons retracer les activités dans cet article sur le Salar d'Uyuni, n'hésitez pas à le consulter.
Bonne journée à tous les voyageurs,
Chloé et Murvin
Si ce n'est pas trop tard, sinon cela servira à d'autres. Nous venons de faire l'excursion du Salar d'Uyuni en août. Si vous prévoyez d'aller au Chili (San Pedro) dans la foulée comme nous, il faut commencer à Uyuni. Sinon il y a moins de monde qui part de Tupiza. Côté température, la deuxième nuit est très froide donc soit vous avez de bons sacs de couchage soit l'agence peut vous en prêter.
Nous avons retracer les activités dans cet article sur le Salar d'Uyuni, n'hésitez pas à le consulter.
Bonne journée à tous les voyageurs,
Chloé et Murvin
Chloé et Murvin
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Bonjour,
Nous avons très fortement apprécié les pourtours de Tupiza donc je vous conseille d'envisager d'y passer. Mais cela dépend aussi d'où vous partez avant et où vous allez après... Peut-être est-ce déjà fini...
Nous avons très fortement apprécié les pourtours de Tupiza donc je vous conseille d'envisager d'y passer. Mais cela dépend aussi d'où vous partez avant et où vous allez après... Peut-être est-ce déjà fini...
Bonsoir,
Oui hélas c est déjà fini.
Nous avons démarrer le tour de Tupiza, et nous n'avons pas regrette notre choix.
Ce fut absolument superbe.
Le circuit s'est effectue sur 4 jours, et finalement les températures n'étaient pas aussi basses que nous le pensions.
Cordialement
Bonjour, nous partirons dans quelques jours dans le sud lipez et le salar à partir de tupiza... Au vu de ton expérience là-bas, manifestement heureuse, quelle agence nous recommaderais-tu (si tu t´en souviens !). Merci pour ton retour,
Paula
Paula
Bonjour,
Pour ma part je vous recommande l'agence Alejandro Tours. C'est la seule agence à Tupiza qui propose un tour alternatif empruntant un itinéraire différent. Vous vous retrouverez ainsi seuls au monde, arrivant sur les principaux sites touristiques en décalage par rapport aux autres agences et vous découvrirez des endroits hors des sentiers battus.
Pour ma part je vous recommande l'agence Alejandro Tours. C'est la seule agence à Tupiza qui propose un tour alternatif empruntant un itinéraire différent. Vous vous retrouverez ainsi seuls au monde, arrivant sur les principaux sites touristiques en décalage par rapport aux autres agences et vous découvrirez des endroits hors des sentiers battus.
C'est possible de faire un tour de 4 jours en partant de Tupiza et en repartant d'Uyuni, ou les tours s'arretent de la ville ou ils sont parti?
Bonjour,
Tu peux faire comme tu le veux...
Tu peux faire comme tu le veux...
Merci pour cette réponse.
Quel est le mieu a faire quand on vient de La Paz et que l'on repart vers La Paz, aussi bien au niveau transport jusqu'au meilleur circuit pour visiter le Salar d'Uyuni et le Sud Lipez? Car si j'ai bien compris, c'est plus sympa de partir de Potosi niveau circuit, mais par contre on regarde une carte, on a plutot l'impression que de partir d'Uyuni est plus directe et gagne du temps niveau route.
Quel est le meilleur choix selon vous?
Quel est le mieu a faire quand on vient de La Paz et que l'on repart vers La Paz, aussi bien au niveau transport jusqu'au meilleur circuit pour visiter le Salar d'Uyuni et le Sud Lipez? Car si j'ai bien compris, c'est plus sympa de partir de Potosi niveau circuit, mais par contre on regarde une carte, on a plutot l'impression que de partir d'Uyuni est plus directe et gagne du temps niveau route.
Quel est le meilleur choix selon vous?
Bonjour,
Etant partie de Tupiza, je ne peux te répondre... Tous les tours, de ce que j'en ai vu, passent par Uyuni...
Etant partie de Tupiza, je ne peux te répondre... Tous les tours, de ce que j'en ai vu, passent par Uyuni...
Bonjour,
Pour ma part je vous recommande l'agence Alejandro Tours.
C'est la seule agence à Tupiza qui propose un tour alternatif empruntant un itinéraire différent.
Faut arrêter de dire qu'il n'y a qu'Alejandro Tours qui propose des circuits alternatif ....
Forcément, comme par chez nous, si on peut vanter son agence par rapport à celle du voisin on le fait, c'est le jeu et c'est normal. "Nous sommes les seuls a proposer ...." toutes les agences nous ont dit ça. Tous les Tours (Tupiza) proposent la même chose (pas les mêmes repas certes 😛)
Si vous voulez faire un tour de : - 2 jours autour de Tupiza c'est possible. - 3 jours dans le salar c'est possible. - 4 jours dans le salar c'est possible. - 5 jours dans le salar en donnant l'itinéraire au guide(à la recherche d'une lagune imaginaire ...) car il n’était jamais passé la, c'est possible 😛 - Partir de Tupiza et revenir à Tupiza c'est possible. - 5 ............... tout est possible .... comme partir seul en 4x4 avec un guide et un cuistot. Il suffit de payer c'est tout.
Polo
Faut arrêter de dire qu'il n'y a qu'Alejandro Tours qui propose des circuits alternatif ....
Forcément, comme par chez nous, si on peut vanter son agence par rapport à celle du voisin on le fait, c'est le jeu et c'est normal. "Nous sommes les seuls a proposer ...." toutes les agences nous ont dit ça. Tous les Tours (Tupiza) proposent la même chose (pas les mêmes repas certes 😛)
Si vous voulez faire un tour de : - 2 jours autour de Tupiza c'est possible. - 3 jours dans le salar c'est possible. - 4 jours dans le salar c'est possible. - 5 jours dans le salar en donnant l'itinéraire au guide(à la recherche d'une lagune imaginaire ...) car il n’était jamais passé la, c'est possible 😛 - Partir de Tupiza et revenir à Tupiza c'est possible. - 5 ............... tout est possible .... comme partir seul en 4x4 avec un guide et un cuistot. Il suffit de payer c'est tout.
Polo
Bonjour,
Pour ma part je vous recommande l'agence Alejandro Tours.
C'est la seule agence à Tupiza qui propose un tour alternatif empruntant un itinéraire différent.
Faut arrêter de dire qu'il n'y a qu'Alejandro Tours qui propose des circuits alternatif ....
Forcément, comme par chez nous, si on peut vanter son agence par rapport à celle du voisin on le fait, c'est le jeu et c'est normal. "Nous sommes les seuls a proposer ...." toutes les agences nous ont dit ça. Tous les Tours (Tupiza) proposent la même chose (pas les mêmes repas certes 😛)
Si vous voulez faire un tour de : - 2 jours autour de Tupiza c'est possible. - 3 jours dans le salar c'est possible. - 4 jours dans le salar c'est possible. - 5 jours dans le salar en donnant l'itinéraire au guide(à la recherche d'une lagune imaginaire ...) car il n’était jamais passé la, c'est possible 😛 - Partir de Tupiza et revenir à Tupiza c'est possible. - 5 ............... tout est possible .... comme partir seul en 4x4 avec un guide et un cuistot. Il suffit de payer c'est tout.
Polo
Peut-être bien mais nous avons fait un tour alternatif avec Alejandro en ne croisant les autres agences qu'aux eaux chaudes et pour un prix semblable à ceux qui se promenaient en convois de plusieurs 4X4. Donc je le recommande également.
Faut arrêter de dire qu'il n'y a qu'Alejandro Tours qui propose des circuits alternatif ....
Forcément, comme par chez nous, si on peut vanter son agence par rapport à celle du voisin on le fait, c'est le jeu et c'est normal. "Nous sommes les seuls a proposer ...." toutes les agences nous ont dit ça. Tous les Tours (Tupiza) proposent la même chose (pas les mêmes repas certes 😛)
Si vous voulez faire un tour de : - 2 jours autour de Tupiza c'est possible. - 3 jours dans le salar c'est possible. - 4 jours dans le salar c'est possible. - 5 jours dans le salar en donnant l'itinéraire au guide(à la recherche d'une lagune imaginaire ...) car il n’était jamais passé la, c'est possible 😛 - Partir de Tupiza et revenir à Tupiza c'est possible. - 5 ............... tout est possible .... comme partir seul en 4x4 avec un guide et un cuistot. Il suffit de payer c'est tout.
Polo
Peut-être bien mais nous avons fait un tour alternatif avec Alejandro en ne croisant les autres agences qu'aux eaux chaudes et pour un prix semblable à ceux qui se promenaient en convois de plusieurs 4X4. Donc je le recommande également.
A Tupiza, on a trouvé 2 compères pour être 4 dans le 4x4.
Ensuite on a fait notre trajet avant d'aller à l'agence.
On s'est présenté en montrant notre itinéraire, quelques conseils de l'agence pour des endroits insolites, et le tour était bouclé.
On a même proposé une lagune ou l'agence n'avait jamais été. On avait quelques infos pas très précise (via un guide). L'agence n'avait pas l'air de connaitre, mais cela ne leur a pas posé problème. Résultat, on s'est perdu le premier jour et on a rebroussé chemin. Il s'est avére plus tard que la lagune était au Chili 😎
La chose a savoir, c'est mine de rien, y a beaucoup de voiture (temps de route/jour). Donc les agences n'y regarde pas trop, pour qq kms de + ou -. Il y a éventuellement les nuitées ou les agences ont leurs connaissances. Donc cela influ sur le parcours. Du coup tu peut choisir "un peu" les endroits que tu ne veut pas rater. Le désert de Dali, somptueux . Après tout est affaire de gout ...
Après le conseil en "mousse" que l'agence nous avait donné, c’était la grotte "galaxi" à voir. Comme dirait l'autre ça mange pas de pain et ça a rien de phénoménal.
Polo
On a même proposé une lagune ou l'agence n'avait jamais été. On avait quelques infos pas très précise (via un guide). L'agence n'avait pas l'air de connaitre, mais cela ne leur a pas posé problème. Résultat, on s'est perdu le premier jour et on a rebroussé chemin. Il s'est avére plus tard que la lagune était au Chili 😎
La chose a savoir, c'est mine de rien, y a beaucoup de voiture (temps de route/jour). Donc les agences n'y regarde pas trop, pour qq kms de + ou -. Il y a éventuellement les nuitées ou les agences ont leurs connaissances. Donc cela influ sur le parcours. Du coup tu peut choisir "un peu" les endroits que tu ne veut pas rater. Le désert de Dali, somptueux . Après tout est affaire de gout ...
Après le conseil en "mousse" que l'agence nous avait donné, c’était la grotte "galaxi" à voir. Comme dirait l'autre ça mange pas de pain et ça a rien de phénoménal.
Polo
Bonjour Axelle,
En gros la différence se fait sur quoi, quels sites sont fait en plus sur 4 jours plutot que 3
En étant assis plus longtemps dans le 4x4 chaque jour et en s'arrêtant moins longtemps.
En règle général de Tupiza on considère qu'il faut 4 jours alors qu'une boucle à partir de Uyuni il ne faut que 3 jours (un coup d'oeil sur une carte l'explique)
Bonne préparation, vous en prendrez plein les yeux.
Nous l'avons fait en self drive: http://jfroelly.wix.com/retourdebolivie
En gros la différence se fait sur quoi, quels sites sont fait en plus sur 4 jours plutot que 3
En étant assis plus longtemps dans le 4x4 chaque jour et en s'arrêtant moins longtemps.
En règle général de Tupiza on considère qu'il faut 4 jours alors qu'une boucle à partir de Uyuni il ne faut que 3 jours (un coup d'oeil sur une carte l'explique)
Bonne préparation, vous en prendrez plein les yeux.
Nous l'avons fait en self drive: http://jfroelly.wix.com/retourdebolivie
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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!