Trajet Cayenne (Guyane) - Bélem (Brésil)
by Mineral
This discussion is in French, the community’s main language.
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Le 3 octobre je serai à Cayenne, je vais sejourner quelques jours la, ensuite je partirai vers Belem au Bresil, bien sur il y a l'avion mais quelqu'un a t-il deja fait ce voyage par la route et le bateau ?pouvez vous me donner des renseignements sur ce deplacement, merci d'avance.
Jacques
Hola,
j'ai fait ce trajet en novembre dernier.
voilà qlq détails: Cayenne-Saint Georges : 40€ en taxico, route en bonne état, rapide, des controles militaires.
A St Georges, il y a un hébergement en hamac. (Hébergement hamac Oyamac, angle de la rue Léonard Mandé et rue Romain Falun. Tel : 05 94 37 08 33).
Tu peux trouver depuis St Georges des départs en forèt, en parlant avec des gens et autres types d'excursions.
Tu cherches la douane et tu demandes un tampon.
Après, il faut traverser le fleuve: des rabatteurs s'occuperont de te trouver et de t'amener de l'autre côté pour
Traversée de l'Oyapoc : 4€ ou s, 10 real, pirogue, ça dure 10 minutes.
Après, une fois au Brésil, tu cherches la douane, elle est assez éloignée, avec une mototaxi, tu y es en 2 minutes. (4 reals??). Tu t'armes de patience et essaies d'expliquer aux sympathiques douaniers qu'il te faut un tampon. Ils sont tellement cools-la-vie, que je me suis demandée s'ils étaient vraiment fonctionnaires, malgré leur uniforme.
Oyapoque-Macapa : 47 real, en car, sur de la piste. Départ 17h, arrivée à 3h30 mais prévue à 5hoo. Eprouvant, très éprouvant. Y'a aussi un car de jour.
A Macapa, raté, c'est pas là qu'il faut prendre le bateau, mais à Santana, 28 km, que tu rejoins en car (1, 5 real???) ou taxi. Je sais plus les tarifs et je ne les ai pas notés.
Au niveau hotel, à Santana, c'est pas le pied, vraiment pas. J'en ai trouvé un, le mieux des pires, il s'appelle Santa Rita (?) 30 real pour une chambre sans fenêtre mais avec clim. et douche.
Parce que des bateaux, y'en a pas tous les jours...
Santana-Belem :en bateau, génial, 8o R$ Départ à 10h00, arrivée : 8h45 le lendemain
Une nuit en hamac.
Voilà, avec ça, tu sais tout.
Merci Lula de tout ces renseignements sur ton ( expedition ) entre la Guyane et le Brésil j'en ferais bon usage au debut du mois d'octobre quand je serai sur place . Autrement au Brésil je n'ai pas de problemes je parle portugais et ce sera mon 15eme voyage dans ce pays que j'adore.
Merci encore er à bientot,
Jacques.
Salut Mineral,
Si tu n'as jamais pris ces bateaux en Amazonie, n'oublie pas qu'il faut que tu apportes ton propre hamac. Si tu n'en as pas, à Santana, ils en vendent à tous les coins de rue, ils vendent mème les moustiquaires qui vont avec, et parfois, sur le bâteau, ce n'est pas un luxe d'en avoir une. Essaie d'arriver en avance au bateau, ainsi tu as le choix de l'endroit où tu vas accrocher ton hamac. Les hamacs en vente sont de style brésilien, ce qui veut dire: lourds. si tu veux du light, achète-le ailleurs.
Si tu te mets près des lampes: tu auras de la lumière, certes, mais peut-être des insectes qui tourneront autour. Pour éteindre la lumière gènant: dévisse l'ampoule: tout le monde sera content. Choisis une place loin des portes des toilettes, je te fais pas un dessin pourquoi. Par terre, parfois, il y a des caibotis: choisis-les pour poser ton sac, l'eau (pluie ou wc) à une facheuse tendance à s'éparpiller pendant le voyage. Vérifie aussi où se trouve la téloche, car au niveau sourdine, c'est pas le top! peut-être que tu aimes?
Prévois aussi de la monnaie, si tu veux acheter aux marchands en pirogue, rapidement. (mais, crevettes, coco...)
Franchement, j'ai adoré ces voyages sur le fleuve. L'ambiance y est géniale, surtout si tu parles portugais, tu peux prendre des cours de dominaux (!) brésiliens, et là, tu te fais vraiment des potes, le paysage est incroyable, pour moi, pas lassant pour un sou, et passer la journée dans un hamac, à mater, à bouquiner, à grignoter, en attendant la cohue de l'arrivée et de la terre ferme, wouahouu!!!!
Bon voyage, chanceux, je repartirai bien avec toi, finalement.
🙂 Bonjour,
Je viens de faire le trajet en sens inverse
1. Belem - Macapa en avion, 227 reias en promotion
Pour le bateau, le bateau rapide (12 h) n existe plus, le plus lent, compter 20 h, 80 reais hamac, 120 cabine
2. Macapa _ Oiapoque en bus, compter 13 h (voir plus selon conditions meteo) (compagnie Transamazonia)
Oiapoque est sale, plus cher que le reste du Bresil, mais moins cher que la Guyane (pas difficle 😉) Si tu peux eviter d y loger, tu n auras rien perdu (bcp de prostitution aussi) ( j y ai loge a l hotel Sao Luis, 50 reais)
3. Oiapoque - saint Georges en pirogue ; 15 min, 10 reias
4. Saint Georges -Cayenne en taxi collectif 40 euros ( environ 3 h)
Macapa est une ville agreable, bien qu il n y ai pas grand chose a voir, a part le Zerao, et le Musee Sacaca> J ai ai loge a l hotel Novo Mundo, (ancien America) 50 reais
Bonne route
"de tous les remords de l'homme, le plus cruel sans doute est celui de l'inaccompli" M. Yourcenar
Bonjour Lula, et bien non je n'ai jamais voyagé en bateaux en amazonie donc j'apprends plein de choses qui grace à ton experience vont me faciliter la vie . Au Brésil je suis souvent dans le Minas Gerais à cause de ma passion pour les mineraux je connais aussi le sud et mes deux derniers voyages j'étais dans le nord est, je suis remonté jusqu'a Sao- Luis .
Toi tu as fait plusieurs voyages en amazonie ? C'est vrai les gens au bresil sont vraiment sympa j'adore vivre la bas c'est un pays ou je suis tres à l'aise .
Bonne journée encore et a bientot.
Jacques.
... ou alors la solution de facilité l'avion !
http://www.tourisme-guyane.com/en/venir/vols_secs.htm
J'avais fait Cayenne - Belem en avion avec la Penta environ 2000F A/R
voilà si cela peut aider !
voilà si cela peut aider !
Salut,
Je viens de faire le trajet Cayenne - Macapa - Santarem - Manaus et je continue ma route....
Je confirme les infos données par Lula, nottament par la beauté des paysages et le plaisir de voyager sur les bateaux.
A Oiapoque, je n'ai trouvé qu'un bus partant à 10h du mat pour Macapa, je l'ai raté le 1er jour...A Macapa à la tombée de la nuit demande "A esquina das andorinhas" près du front de rivière aménagé. Un spectacle étonnant... Pour ce qui est de rejoindre ton bateau à Macapa, c'est bien a porto de Santana que tu dois aller. Des bus déservent Santana, mais ne s'arrête pas vraiment au port, mais à 10 ou 15 minutes à pied. Précise que tu désires te rendre au port, et qu'on te fasse signe pour descendre à la bonne station. Autre solution, le taxi (compte dans les 20 à 30 reais)
Je viens de faire le trajet Cayenne - Macapa - Santarem - Manaus et je continue ma route....
Je confirme les infos données par Lula, nottament par la beauté des paysages et le plaisir de voyager sur les bateaux.
A Oiapoque, je n'ai trouvé qu'un bus partant à 10h du mat pour Macapa, je l'ai raté le 1er jour...A Macapa à la tombée de la nuit demande "A esquina das andorinhas" près du front de rivière aménagé. Un spectacle étonnant... Pour ce qui est de rejoindre ton bateau à Macapa, c'est bien a porto de Santana que tu dois aller. Des bus déservent Santana, mais ne s'arrête pas vraiment au port, mais à 10 ou 15 minutes à pied. Précise que tu désires te rendre au port, et qu'on te fasse signe pour descendre à la bonne station. Autre solution, le taxi (compte dans les 20 à 30 reais)
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bonjour,
j'ai habité pendant plusieurs annee en guyane et connais bien le trajet qui t'interesse...
il te suffit de prendre un taxi co a la gare routiere de cayenne direction st georges.ensuite......... tu traverses e n pirogue jusqua oiapoque env 4 euros....
arrive a oiapoque tu vas au guichet de la cie "estrela de oro" c une compagnie de bus qui va jusqua macapa.
elle se trouve sur la rue principal des que tu descends de la pirogue a cote d'une bijouterie et un hotel le trajet dure environ 12 h et pars le soir...
il y a aussi des 4x4 mais c plus cher et pas de chauffeur pour la releve g tente et ca a failli finir dans un arbre le chauffeur dormais.....
arrive a macapa direction "en taxi" (bus trop galere et approximatif) le port de commerce de santana( autre ville a une 15 km) pour partir direction belem 1 seul bateau par jour voyage de 24h environ 20 e prevois 1 hamac reste a cote de tes affaires et ca se passe nickel....
je te souhaite un bon voyage pour pas dire aventure et n'hesite pas a me contacter si tu as des questions.😎
Merci pour ton message qui tombe à pic, en effet je parts lundi le 3 octobre pour Cayenne .Je vais rester quelques jours puis ce sera le depart pour le Brésil pour Bélem, tes notes me sont donc tres precieuses.De bélem j'irai vres Brasilia et ensuite je vais sejourné 3 semaines dans l'etat du Minas Gerais, je suis un fana de mineraux....enfin je connais bien cet etat ( 15eme voyage ) puis direction Rio et retour le 12 novembre avec comme à chaque fois beaucoup de "saudade "
Amicalement, Jacques.
de rien c normal bon voyage à la prochaine......
salut jait fait cayenne belem lan dernier donc il y a un bus qui part de cayenne le matin vers 8h et il y a environ 3h de route tu prend le bus pour aller a st george (frontiere guyanaise) ensuite en sortan du bus tu sera devan un peti fleuve et tu demande o embercado pour oiapoque ensuite tu demande a oiapoque le bus pour macapa il part vers 18h en general et tu arrive le lendemain a macapa et quand tu sortiras du bus a cette mème station du demande au guichet le bus qui tenmenera a l'embarquement pour belem ( lembarquement ce trouve a santana) et la tu aura entre 24h et 40h de bateau tout depend le bateau .
je part seul le 5 octobre de marseille pour cayenne et je compte reffaire ce trajet si tu est interesser que je fasse la route avec toi contacte moi car je devait partir avec un copain qui ne peut pas venir jte donne mon email t.boarder3@caramail.com mon num si tu veux mappeller pour plus de renseignement 0667433338 desolè pour les fautes d'hortographe
ce qui coute le moins cher c'est que tu ailles à St georges et puis traverser le fleuve pour 4 euros maxi (voir 3.5 si tu négocie) et tu arrive à ioapoque...tu peux dormir à l'oyapoque PALACE hotel qui vient d'ouvrir le 31/07/2006 pour 50 reals (clim avec lit 2 p)...ainsi tu peux connaitre ce village ensuite tu prend un bus (billet en vente face le fleuve pour 67 real Bus avec clim jusqu'à MACAPA: il parte normalement à 11 h ou 12h).
hotel à MACAPA
HotelAcaiPalace(96) 223 - 4899Av. Antônio Coelho de Carvalho 1399 Central Hotel Camila(96) 241 - 2023Rua José Chaves Cohen 255 Jardim Equatorial Hotel CETA Ecotel (96) 227 -3396Rua do Matadouro, 640 Fazendinha Hotel Gloria(96) 222 - 0984Rua Leopoldo Machado 2077 Central HotelLiderPalace(96) 223 - 8719Av. Nacões Unidas 15 Perpetuo Socorro Hotel Mara(96) 222 - 0859Rua São José 2390 Centro Hotel Marabaixo(96) 223 - 9888Rua Cândido Mendes 340 Laguinho Hotel Milano (96) 223 - 6699Praça Peirano Peixoto 23 Centro Hotel Novotel(96) 223 - 1144Av. Eng. Azarias Neto, 17 Centro Hotel San Marino(96) 223 - 1522Av. Marcilio Dias 1395 Jesus de Nazare Hotel Santo Antonio(96) 222 - 0226Av. Coriolano Juca 485 Central (pas cher du tout) Pousada Ellos(96) 224 - 1020Av. Padre Manoel da Nobrega 177 Laguinho
Sinon il y a des hotels près de bera rio ( à des prix raisonnable d'après certain)
ensuite tu prend un bateau de MACAPA pour allez à Belem.... hotel dans le centre de Belem : Vidonho´s Hotel (091)212.2800 ** tu pourras en cherchant sur des sites www.blada.com ou autre trouver des appart 4 couche à louer pour 40 euros par jour
hotel à MACAPA
HotelAcaiPalace(96) 223 - 4899Av. Antônio Coelho de Carvalho 1399 Central Hotel Camila(96) 241 - 2023Rua José Chaves Cohen 255 Jardim Equatorial Hotel CETA Ecotel (96) 227 -3396Rua do Matadouro, 640 Fazendinha Hotel Gloria(96) 222 - 0984Rua Leopoldo Machado 2077 Central HotelLiderPalace(96) 223 - 8719Av. Nacões Unidas 15 Perpetuo Socorro Hotel Mara(96) 222 - 0859Rua São José 2390 Centro Hotel Marabaixo(96) 223 - 9888Rua Cândido Mendes 340 Laguinho Hotel Milano (96) 223 - 6699Praça Peirano Peixoto 23 Centro Hotel Novotel(96) 223 - 1144Av. Eng. Azarias Neto, 17 Centro Hotel San Marino(96) 223 - 1522Av. Marcilio Dias 1395 Jesus de Nazare Hotel Santo Antonio(96) 222 - 0226Av. Coriolano Juca 485 Central (pas cher du tout) Pousada Ellos(96) 224 - 1020Av. Padre Manoel da Nobrega 177 Laguinho
Sinon il y a des hotels près de bera rio ( à des prix raisonnable d'après certain)
ensuite tu prend un bateau de MACAPA pour allez à Belem.... hotel dans le centre de Belem : Vidonho´s Hotel (091)212.2800 ** tu pourras en cherchant sur des sites www.blada.com ou autre trouver des appart 4 couche à louer pour 40 euros par jour
jerome
Bonjour!
Je souhaite partir pour noël à Rio depuis la Guyane. Prendre l'avion à Bélem et donc Cayenne-Belem par la route. Ceux qui l'ont pris cet été peuvent-ils me dire le temps minimum entre les 2 villes (2 jours). Si je récapitule les interventions, on a:
Cayenne-Oyapock: 8h-11h
Oyapock-Macapa: 12-22h (a priori on rate le départ, donc rajouter 24h)
Macapa-Belem: départ 10h le lendemain-arrivee 8h45 le surlendemain (ou l'avion, mais c'est dommage)
Donc 3 journées et on arrive le 4eme jour le matin
C'est bien cela??
C'est bien cela??
Bonjour, la saison des pluies n'est pas encore terminée, je dois aller à Macapa lundi ou mardi, est ce que la piste est praticable actuellement. Toutes les infos sont les bienvenues. merci
Hey les gars enfin ceux ki vont prendre le bateau!
ya des pti pirate de 8-10 ans ki vivent sur les abord du fleuve ils pirogue comme des malades et jetes des crochets pour sacrocher au bateaux ki passent (souvent trop vite pour eux lol) pis ils escalades les deux etages pour vous ramenner des coeur de palmier en echnages de biscuit et bonbon de la ville ou pour des vetements alors svp soyé pas radin prévoyé un pti truc pour les pti moussaillons
Et surtout!! si leur ptite pirogue se retourne avec le tyran d"eau depecher vous de detacher leur pirogue de votre bato paske les loulous ils galere pour les recuperer quand personne réagi !
Profiter bien :-)
Ate logo !
"Comme il avait un désir extraordinaire de s'instruire et de connaître les moeurs des étrangers, il abandonna sa patrie et tout ce qu'il avait pour voyager."
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Je sui pas sur davoir compris la kestion....
Mais ya pas besoin de visa pour se rendre au bresil si tu est de nationalité francaise et que tu reste moins de 90 jiours
Ate mais !
"Comme il avait un désir extraordinaire de s'instruire et de connaître les moeurs des étrangers, il abandonna sa patrie et tout ce qu'il avait pour voyager."
- Fénelon -
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non, à Oyapoque c'est assez simple de tamponner le passeport
sont un peu chatouilleux avec les métros de Guyane en ce moment, mais ce n'est pas méchant
le plus compliqué sera de trouver le poste de douane :-)
bon voyage
salut, ce que me disait tomash en MP, c'est qu'ils demandent combien de temps l'on veut rester et inscrivent a la main le nombre de jours correspondant, moi ce que je veux c'est un visa de 3 mois et j'aurais du mal a leur cacher que je vais rester 6 mois vu que mon passeport est plein de visa 3mois+ renouvellement 3mois, par contre je n'ai pas une seule amende pour depassement.
désolée je ne sais pas te répondre sur les 6 mois !
du moment que tu as déjà eu 3 mois renouvelés et que tu n'as jamais été en infraction je ne vois pas trop pourquoi tu aurais un refus !!
ils "n'épluchent" pas le passeport non plus
ça devrait le faire😉
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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






