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Trajet de Fortuna à Mal Pais? (Costa Rica) English translation pending
by PoG · 2006-10-04 · 2 replies
Salut la gang

Je plannifie mon voyage et j'aimerais savoir si mon itinénaire tien la route. Je parts pour trois semaines et je veux faire un espèce de triangle : en partant de San Jose, je monte à Arenal, pour ensuite descendre à Mal Pais et terminer le voyage au Parc Manuel Antonio (De là je retournerais prendre l'avion à SAn Jose). J'ai une carte routière avec moi mais je suis un peu intrigué sur le traget que je dois prendre de la Fortuna à Mal Pais?

MErci beaucoup de m'aider.

Pierre-olivier
Trek au Cambodge English translation pending
by MaxaMacao · 2006-10-01 · 2 replies
Bonjour à tous,

Nous sommes 3 jeunes de 22 ans et seront au Cambodge à la mi-octobre pour 10J seulement! Nous planifions de faire un trek de 4J environ! Le meilleur endroit est-il Rattanakiri? Le seul problème est que c'est assez loin et 10J... c'est peu. Y a-t-il d'autres parc nationales où de chouettes treks sont faisables? Et dans la région de Siem Reap, est il posible de faire de chouettes treks aussi? Ce qui nous permettrai de faire notre trek et aussi visiter les temples d'Angkor!

Un tout grand merci pour votre aide car il y a très peu d'info à ce sujet...

Maxime
Avis sur circuit en Thaïlande English translation pending
by Gertjeky · 2006-06-12 · 10 replies
Bonjour à tous les membres Toujours dans mes préparatifs de voyage, j'ai prévu dans notre périple un trek de 2 jours vers Mae Hong Song et, lorsque nous serons plus au sud, une ballade de 2 jours aussi dans le parc de Kao Yai. Comme le temps nous est un peu compté et que ce parc nous déroute de notre circuit (Bangkok vers nord puis retour vers sud), je voulais demander à ceux qui connaissent si ça ne fait pas un peu double emploi... et si finalement ça valait le coup d'aller à Kao Yai.

A priori notre circuit de 3 semaines : Bangkok - train de nuit pour Chiang mai un jour à Chiang Mai Bus vers Mae Hong Son Visite 1 jour et trek 2 jours Retour par avion à Chiang Mai Un jour encore à Chiang Mai Train vers Phitsanuloke + bus vers Sukkothai 2 jours à Sukkothai Puis route vers le parc national de Kao Yai 2 jours dans le parc Retour vers Lopburi (mes enfants one envie de vois une ville pleine de singes...) Bangkok 2 jours 1 journée marché flottant de Damnoen Saduak + Riviere kwai Route vers ile Ko Tao 6 jours à Ko Tao Retour Bangkok et si possible 2 jours sur place avant de reprendre l'avions pour la France

Ouf .... quand je l'écris comme ça, j'ai l'impression que c'est pas faisable en 3 semaines merci à tous ceux qui m'apporteront leur avis 😉
Circuit au Québec avec enfants: du départ et à l'arrivée de Montréal English translation pending
by Gca · 2006-05-14 · 10 replies
Bonjour,

Nous arrivons à Montréal le 5 juillet au soir pour en repartir le 18 au soir. J'aimerai avoir votre avis sur le circuit que nous envisageons ainsi que des idées pour éblouir nos 2 filles (13 et 7 ans). Arrivée à Montréal, départ dès le lendemain en voiture pour : Québec, Chute de Montmorency, Parc des Laurentides, Baie St Paul, St Joseph de la rive, Ste Irénée, Cap à l'Aigle, Port au Persil, St Siméon, Baie des Rochers, Tadoussac, Les Bergeronnes, Petit Sagueany, Anse St Jean, Parc National du Saguenay, Chicoutimi, Jonquière, Lac St Jean, Alma, Métabetchouan, Chambord, Mashteniatsh, St Felicien puis re tour par la route 155, Parc Nat. de la Mauricière, Shawinigan, 3 rivières et Montréal. Nous souhaitons passer 2 jours à Québec, 1 jour à St Félicien et 2 jours à Montréal, pour les autres étapes nous suivrons vos conseils. Merci de vos réponses, idées et critiques.

gca
Carte d'entrée des parcs nationaux américains English translation pending
by Cko · 2006-03-24 · 21 replies
bonjour nous allons au mois d aout visiter l'ouest des usa avec nos enfants nous passerons dans plusieur parcs ( zion, bryce, capitol reef, arche, monument walley, grand cayon ) où acheter le pass pour les parcs? combier de temps dure t il ? est il individuel ou bien par famille? combier coute t il? merci
Bungalow près des chutes Errewan à Kanchanaburi English translation pending
by Pacali · 2006-03-19 · 4 replies
Bonjour a tous, 😇 je recherche l'adresse internet des bungalows qui se trouvent directement aux errewan waterfalls.Si il n'y a pas d'adresse, quelqu'un peut-il me dire combien ils coutent et si le prix d'entrée du parc est compris?🤪Nous y sommes allés au mois de novembre l'année derniere, je les conseille a tous, c'est un vrais coin paradisiaque.😏 Merci a tous et a bientot.
Voyage à vélo au Kenya English translation pending
by Transilien · 2006-03-13 · 2 replies
Bonjour,

Je souhaite faire un voyage en vélo de 3 à 4 semaines au Kenya en août prochain mais j'ai très peu de renseignements sur les coins et itinéraires interessants où il est possible et intéressant de se rendre (parcs, lacs, etc ...). Mes centres d'intéret serait les beaux paysages, les rencontres avec les gens et si possibles les visites de parc (si certains sont accessibles en vélo).

Quelqu'un dispose-t-il du expérience dans ce domaine ou de renseignements de 1ère main ? (itinéraire, sécurité, possibilité de mettre le vélo dans le bus ou le taxi brousse, visites etc ...)

Merci beaucoup à ceux qui prendront le temps de me lire et de me répondre.

Nicolas
Randonnée dans les parcs naturels en France avec son chien English translation pending
by Tyftou · 2006-02-14 · 10 replies
Bonjour

Je prépare un tour du sud est de la france, je vais bien sur en profiter pour randonner dans les parcs de la region

SOIT parc de la camargue, du verdon, du luberon ;des cevennes, des monts d ardeche, du mercantour, du vercors, chartreuse, ecrins, vercors, vanoise, massif des bauges ....

je me demande si je peux dans ces parcs emmener mon chien je sais que dans le parc de la vanoise c est interdit mais que dans les parcs des volcans d auvergne c est autorisé !!!!!

Merci de votre aide

@+

tyftou
Hôtel à Maevatanana à Madagascar English translation pending
by Domi75 · 2006-02-02 · 4 replies
je serais à Mada en juillet et compte passer une nuit à Maevatanana . Existe t il des hôtels restaurants corrects ? que valent le "le Phare" "la betsiboka"? y a t il un parc naturel à visiter en descendant sur Majunga? Merci de vos réponses.
Vacances avec bébé(s) en Andalousie English translation pending
by Stikcook · 2006-01-25 · 2 replies
Pour avoir beaucoup voyage avec nos bebes jumeaux... je cherche maintenant a me simplifier la vie et a trouver un mode d hebergement ou je trouve tout sur place : lit, sterilisateur, chaise haute, parc...

Bref, c est a notre tour de louer : en mai, juin, octobre (meilleur climat pour bebe)... un studio tout equipe pour bebe (s) et ses parents...

Avec check out time a 17h00... contre le stress, LL et SL, panier depannage offert (couches-lingettes-lait-petit pot) et service de baby sitting ou velos avec siege bebe et casque sur demande !

Le studio est plutot charmant (sols de terra cota, poutres apparentes, poele a bois) et confortable (TV, LL, SL), dans un village totalement depaysant hors des sentiers battus (randonnees (porte bb a disposition), promenade sur la plage ( a 20 mn), et flamenco ! Le village se trouve a 1h30 de l aeroport de Malaga, entre Gibraltar et Ronda, dans un parc national.

Prix 240 euros la semaine Notre email : stikcook@yahoo.com
Camper à Assateague Island en Virginie (Etats Unis) English translation pending
by Orca · 2005-07-12 · 2 replies
Bonjour, je m'en vais à Ocean City, la première semaine du mois d'Août, je considère peut-être aller camper à Assateague. Je voudrais savoir lequel est le mieux entre le National ou le state, on aimerais bien avoir un peu d'intimiter sur notre site est-ce possible là-bas car toutes les photos que j'ai vu, tout était a air ouvert.

Et si vous avez de belle place à visiter dans le coin ou d'autres camping ce serait très apprécier. Merci!
Forets humides au Honduras? English translation pending
by Ameriklatina · 2005-03-10 · 5 replies
Bonjour,

nous partons deux mois cet été en Amérique centrale et nous allons notamment traverser le honduras. Concernant cette destination, tous le monde parle, de Copan, et des iles utila et roatan mais jamais des forets humides au centre du pays (le parc de gracias et celui proche de Tegucigalpa, parc de la tigre je crois...?). . Il y a quelques infos sur le lonely planet mais un peu confuses, ces parcs ne semblent pas tres evident a atteindre ou/et a visiter? Quelqu'un a t'il des bonnes infos concernant ces parcs, des anecdotes, des conseils, des souvenirs....y'en a t'il un mieux que l'autre?..

Merci pour vos reponses!
Las Terrenas, Cabarete, Samana English translation pending
by Dolphin · 2005-02-14 · 12 replies
Allo!

Que pensez-vous de Las Terrenas? Il y a t-il de belles plages? Pour Cabarete et Samana? Et puis le parc Los Haitises?? Bref merci!
Bukit Lawang (Indonésie) English translation pending
by Clofra · 2004-08-12 · 2 replies
Est ce que vosu pourriez me dire si on peut toujour se rendre et rencontrer les "Apes" à Bukit Lawang meme aprés la tragedie de Novembre 2003?

Est ce que la reconstruction à été refaite (guesthouses) et est ce que le parc existe toujours?

Des avis? des conseils?

Merci
Vos suggestions pour le Népal English translation pending
by Trauqa · 2003-03-10 · 9 replies
😉salut à tous et à toutes

voila la situation, 1 pote et moi partons faire le tr des annapurnas, le trajet est fait mais, vous qui avez deja foulés le sol nepalais, je suis sur que vous pourriez ns filer ds plans bien sympas .dernier truc, si qqn connait le royal chitwan national park, j'aimerai avoir son opinion sur la faune qui s'y trouve

alors à vos clavier et merci d'avance pr vos reponse
Kazakhstan in August: climate, itinerary, and 4x4 questions
by Stélène · 2026-06-21 · 33 replies
Hi everyone, My partner and I are planning a 3-week trip to Kazakhstan in August and would love your input to refine our itinerary. We’re thinking of spending the first part of the trip in the Almaty region, including the following spots:

Singing Barkhan (singing dune)

Altyn-Emel National Park

Charyn Canyon National Park

Ozora Ushchel'ya Reki Kensu (Kensu River Valley lakes)

possibly Ile-Alatau National Park

After that, we’d like to explore the Mangystau region around Aktau, with highlights like:

Airakty

Tuzbair Salt Lake

Kyzylkup ("Tiramisu")

Gora Bokty

Bozzhyra

Three Brothers Peaks

We’re planning to rent a 4x4 in each region and have a few questions:

Could you recommend any reliable 4x4 rental companies in both the Almaty and Aktau/Mangystau regions?

I’ve read that the Mangystau region can get extremely hot in August. Do you think it’s better to start with Almaty and finish with Aktau to hopefully have milder temperatures (less extreme😛)? For us, doing the reverse would be simpler in terms of international flights, the domestic flight, and it’d also be significantly cheaper.

Regarding the places listed above, do you think there are any must-see spots we should add, or conversely, any sites that aren’t worth the detour?

More generally, do you have any practical tips for a 3-week trip to Kazakhstan in August (road conditions, fuel availability, reservations, weather, safety, etc.)?

Thanks so much for your feedback and advice! P.S.: We’re used to traveling independently and driving 4x4s in sometimes challenging conditions (Namibia, Tanzania, Bolivia—South Lipez, Chile, etc.), and we’re also experienced hikers, used to self-sufficient treks (Patagonia, Huayhuash, Three Peaks in Nepal, among others). We’re just mentioning this to give you an idea of our level of self-sufficiency for this kind of trip.
What short hikes can I do around Karakol?
by Attila · 2026-05-23 · 7 replies
Hi there,

I’m looking for half-day hikes near Karakol (not Jety-Oguz, since I’ll be heading there separately—max 30 minutes’ drive to the trailhead).

I can find longer treks, but nothing for a short outing!

So, if you’ve got any ideas...

Thanks! :)
Parking and bus question for hiking in Samaria Gorge
by P19 · 2026-05-08 · 2 replies
Hi there,

I’m reposting about the logistics for Samaria Gorge. I’d love to get recent info, especially about whether it’s possible to park my car in Omalos, do the hike, and then catch a bus back to my vehicle. In theory, it’s doable, but when you check the KTEL website, there aren’t any feasible schedules listed. If anyone has recently organized this with reliable, verified details, I’d really appreciate it. Thanks in advance!
Recap of our safari from February 7th to 17th, 2026
by Lopolopo38 · 2026-04-01 · 1 reply
We went on a safari in Tanzania from February 7th, 2026, to February 17th, 2026. It remains a wonderful memory. There were six of us in the group. Here’s the itinerary and the images that are still etched in our minds: 02/07/2026 – 6:40 AM – 8:30 PM – Flight from LYON to ARUSHA 02/08/2026 – Day 2 – MATURENI Waterfall – Coffee making and tasting at a plantation – Day 2 video (you may need to click "BROWSE YOUTUBE") 02/09/2026 – Day 3 – Maasai village of BOMA – https://youtu.be/9lwBONmBIVU Visit to local schools and the dispensary – Donation of school supplies. 02/10/2026 – Day 4 – TARANGIRE National Park – https://youtu.be/OPpTgUECj0Q 02/11/2026 – Day 5 – Lake Manyara National Park – https://youtu.be/ZFt3tLtum5A 02/12/2026 – Day 6 – SERENGETI Park – https://youtu.be/5TYJE-3IO4w and https://youtu.be/t08g-XJlmdY 02/13/2026 – Day 7 – SERENGETI National Park (continued) – https://youtu.be/ZQkD1YmPzY0 02/14/2026 – Day 8 – Access to Ngorongoro National Park – https://youtu.be/1F__NeCRxhg 02/15/2026 – Day 9 – Ngorongoro Crater – https://youtu.be/BFw7tbjuO5s, then https://youtu.be/WdbHtPcYu8o and https://youtu.be/RBp_H9OMJxY 02/16/2026 – Day 10 – Visit to Arusha 02/17/2026 – Day 10 – 1:30 AM – Transfer to Kilimanjaro Airport

FINANCIAL SUMMARY FLIGHTS 1,500 €

SEJOUIR PACKAGE 1,526 €

TIPS AND MISC. 100 €

TOTAL 3,126 €

Trip duration: from 02/07/26 to 02/17/26 => 11 days total, or 9 days excluding travel time.

1- FLIGHT DURATION WITH AIR FRANCE OUTBOUND: from 6:40 AM to 8:30 PM => 12 hours (plus 2-hour time difference in Arusha) RETURN: from 2:45 AM to 2:00 PM => 13 hours 15 minutes (not including a 1-hour 15-minute departure delay)
Tips for a 20-day Montenegro and Croatia itinerary
by Thebigblue · 2026-03-29 · 4 replies
hello I’m looking for advice for a last-minute trip—about 3 weeks (half Montenegro, half Croatia). I’m traveling solo, backpacker style (low budget, hostels). I’m 40 and love exploring cool spots—cities, beaches, mountains, sports activities, you name it.

I’m torn between renting a car or just going with the flow using buses once I’m there. A car would definitely be more convenient, but it might be pricier—plus, parking (is it paid?) and having to return it to the same place. My plan is to start in Montenegro (flying into Podgorica or Albania) and finish in Croatia, so I’d either need to do short-term rentals per country or one-way.

In Montenegro, here are the spots I’ve noted: - Ulcinj and Velika Plaža beach - A side trip to Lake Skadar and Virpazar - Budva, Sveti Stefan, and Petrovac - Cetinje and Lovćen National Park - Kotor / Perast - Žabljak and Durmitor National Park + rafting in the Tara Canyon Is 8–10 days enough?

And in Croatia, I’ve got: - Dubrovnik - Korčula - Hvar - Split + Trogir and Krka National Park - Zadar - Plitvice Lakes National Park - Croatian Istria / Rovinj / Pula - Zagreb Around 10–12 days.

Any tips on the stops (adding or cutting some from my list) or transportation options?

Thanks in advance!
Accessibility questions for points of interest on the San Diego to Las Vegas route
by Magie1985 · 2026-03-21 · 1 reply
Hello. I’d like to travel along I-15N from San Diego to Las Vegas with my mom, who’s 67. We’ve explored Northern California and the California Coast over the past two years and now want to continue through the desert.

There are several attractions along the way: - Mormon Rocks - Desert Discovery Center and visit the Old Woman meteorite - Joshua Tree National Park - Mojave Desert - Mojave National Preserve - Anza-Borrego Desert State Park - Silverwood Lake

My mom has back issues that prevent her from hiking or walking on trails with elevation changes. Is it possible to visit these places by car, or are the routes flat enough?

I’d love for her to experience the desert with an itinerary adapted to her condition. I’m also open to other points of interest that aren’t mentioned. We have 3-4 days for the trip, so we’re not in a rush—just want to explore.

Thanks so much. The trip would be in fall 2026
Lombok or Flores for snorkeling?
by Caty47 · 2026-03-11 · 10 replies
Our Bali-Lombok trip is taking shape, but we’d love to wrap up the stay with at least a solid week of snorkeling somewhere the coral is still in great condition. In your opinion, are the Gili Secrets in southern Lombok better than Flores Island, where there are supposedly amazing underwater landscapes?
Feedback on my Chile travel itinerary
by Florianmail · 2026-03-09 · 12 replies
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
Tenerife trip feedback – February 2026
by Scribe2 · 2026-02-28 · 9 replies
After spending 15 days in Tenerife in February 2026, here are a few observations that might be useful for you: - Choosing Puerto de la Cruz turned out to be an excellent decision (compared to Santa Cruz, which is Lonely Planet’s pick, for example). Puerto de la Cruz has two large beaches just a 10-minute walk from the center. The atmosphere around the small port is lovely. It’s a human-scale town. The bus station makes it easy to get anywhere on the island. Carnival season is an exceptional time to visit! - Opting for the unlimited weekly bus pass for 50 € is economical (especially if you're traveling solo), eco-friendly, and practical (lots of departures and returns). The roads on major routes are often congested, and the bus network is improving—you can support this effort by traveling this way. - For hikes, I tested Teide National Park (arrival and departure by bus). Starting from El Portillo at the park entrance, the Arenas Negra circuit (2.5 to 3 hours) is stunning toward the end. You can add a section of Route 1 on the other side of the road (maps and great info at the tourist office). At the other end of the park, "Roques de Garcia" is a spectacular route—crowded but a must-see... - Tourist towns like La Orotava or La Laguna are worth the visit. Garachico has a certain charm too...
On the Roads of Costa Rica
by Yadin · 2026-02-28 · 8 replies
Hello everyone, I’m happy to welcome you to this new travel journal. We’re heading to Costa Rica together—a Central American destination that dreams are made of for many French travelers and attracts crowds from France.



It was the country’s wild nature and safety that convinced us to go, since we’re traveling with our 7-year-old little one. We didn’t have much vacation time in February 2026 (only 12 days), so we optimized as much as possible.



Here’s the itinerary: Wednesday, February 11: Flight from Marseille to San Jose via Paris and Atlanta Thursday, February 12: Pick up the car, drive to Poas Volcano, visit La Paz Waterfall Gardens Friday, February 13: Poas Volcano and drive to Manuel Antonio Saturday, February 14: Manuel Antonio National Park Sunday, February 15: Nauyaca Waterfall and Playa Linda Monday, February 16: Drive to Monte Verde and Santa Elena Reserve Tuesday, February 17: El Tigre Waterfall Reserve and Treetopia Park Wednesday, February 18: Monte Verde Reserve with a guide and drive to La Fortuna Thursday, February 19: Sloth guided tour, Observatory Lodge Park Friday, February 20: Arenal Volcano National Park, Termalistas del Arenal hot springs, and night tour Saturday, February 21: Return to San Jose, flight to Paris via Atlanta Sunday, February 22: Arrival in Paris and flight to Marseille. That gives us a solid 9 days in the country.



Budget breakdown: Costa Rica is an expensive country, but no more so than France. However, almost all hikes and waterfalls are paid entry, which can really add up. For meals, sodas (6–10 €) are cheaper than restaurants (10–20 € per dish).



Flights: We chose Delta Airlines for the price: Marseille to San Jose was 740 € per person (modifiable, with checked baggage and seat selection included). Other direct flights from Europe were priced between 1200 € and 1600 € with more restrictive conditions. That’s 2220 € for the family.



Accommodations: Alajuela, first night: 139 € (1 night) at Rodeo Estancia Boutique Hotel, with personalized airport pickup, transfer to the hotel, and a briefing from Vert Costa Rica agency the next day. Poas: 66 € (1 night) at Cabañas Tierra Fértil (entire apartment). Manuel Antonio: 394 € (3 nights) at La Palapa Ecolodge (hotel in the jungle). Monte Verde: Chalet Aloha Monteverde Cloud Forest (2 bedrooms): 125 € (2 nights). La Fortuna: Arenal Dream Garden (1 bedroom): 217 € (3 nights). Total: 941 €.



Car rental: I went through Vert Costa Rica agency (Vincent is a French expat who set up the agency in Costa Rica and makes great YouTube videos with useful tips). I rented a 4x4 that was delivered to the hotel the day after arrival and returned at the airport before the flight. The total was 772 €, including full insurance (zero deductible), a child seat, and a phone with a Costa Rican SIM and WhatsApp. The rental company was Poas Rent a Car. The vehicle was well-maintained—no complaints. Gas: 100 € for the whole trip (3 fill-ups).



Activities: To get discounts, I bought the pass offered by Vincent, which paid for itself after just one activity. It cost me 30 € (promo since I rented the car through him). Prices are for 3 people. I’ve added stars to rate them: La Paz Waterfall Gardens ****: 112 € Poas Volcano National Park *: 33 € Manuel Antonio National Park ****: 35 € Nauyaca Waterfall ***: 25 € Santa Elena Reserve **: 45 € El Tigre Waterfall Reserve ****: 141 € (with meal) Treetopia (ziplining, suspension bridges) **: 250 € Guided tour of Monte Verde Reserve ***: 113 € Sloth guided tour (with breakfast) ***: 115 € Arenal Observatory Lodge (with meal) ****: 102 € Arenal Volcano National Park *: 34 € Termalistas del Arenal ****: 20 € Night tour ***: 116 € Total: 1171 €.



Meals: 600 € My favorite restaurants: Poas: Food court Mercaditas in Fraijanes Manuel Antonio (near La Palapa): La Langosta and also El Patio Near Nauyaca Waterfall: Ricar2 el Avión Between Manuel Antonio and Monte Verde: Soda D’Calle Santa Elena: HG’s Food Guadalupe (between Monte Verde and La Fortuna): Soda Río Piedras Arenal Observatory Lodge restaurant Arenal Oasis Ecolodge restaurant



Other expenses: 300 € (groceries for breakfast, drinks, ice cream, souvenirs, etc.) Total overall: 6065 € (about 2020 € per person).

Now, here’s the day-by-day account of this beautiful trip.

https://voyageforum.com/images/posts/small/1772295011-z8mILBEUXHU8Ajz.jpg
Everest Base Camp & Gokyo Lakes Trek: Are guides absolutely mandatory?
by Sam2Paris · 2026-02-03 · 15 replies
Hi everyone,

We’re heading out in March for this trek. We’re used to hiking and long-distance treks, but this’ll be our first time in Nepal.

QUESTION: People from Nepal are telling us it’s MANDATORY to have guides! Is this true, or is it just agencies trying to get work for their staff?

The Lonely Planet says: "In April 2023, the government announced that every trekker would need to hire the services of a porter or a licensed guide to obtain the TIMS permit. The law isn’t enforced, and by 2025, there were no longer any obligations for teahouse treks."

What do you think? What’s your experience? Thanks for your feedback.
Cape region itinerary in July
by Sickneet · 2026-01-27 · 11 replies
Hi,

We’re looking at heading to South Africa this summer (early July) with our two kids (6 & 10 years old). Here’s a rough draft of our itinerary so far. What do you think? Is it better to skip Addo? (We can’t add any more days...). If so, should we spend more time on certain stops or add something else? (Cederberg?) Thanks in advance, Bruno

D1 Arrival at 10 AM, rest in Cape Town D2 Cape Town or Cape Peninsula D3 Cape Town or Cape Peninsula D4 Bonteboks National Park; overnight in Heidelberg D5 Botlierskop Game Drive; overnight near Mossel Bay D6 Garden Route; overnight in Plettenberg Bay D7 Bird of Eden and Robberg Nature Reserve; overnight in Plettenberg Bay D8 Tsitsikamma; overnight in Addo D9 Addo D10 Ostrich farm; overnight in Oudtshoorn D11 Buffelsdrift Game Lodge and caves; overnight in Oudtshoorn D12 Garden Route Game Lodge; overnight in Albertinia D13 De Hoop; overnight in De Hoop D14 Hermanus; overnight in Hermanus D15 Betty’s Bay and return to Cape Town D16 Cape Town; departure at 5 PM
Feedback on a 3-week summer itinerary in Quebec
by GabRaph · 2026-01-03 · 5 replies
Hi everyone,

We’re planning our first trip to Quebec for early July 2026. There’ll be 2 adults and 2 teens (17 and 14 years old). For now, we’re thinking of renting an RV in Montreal for this loop.

Here’s a first draft of our route, based on itineraries I’ve seen on the forum. The times below are the useful time spent at each stop, not including driving. Does the order make sense? It has us crossing the river twice. Are the lengths of the stops reasonable? We like to take our time and not spend too much time on the road. Finally, any other suggestions for places to add or swap out?

Arrival and half a day in Montreal Pick up RV the next day Mauricie National Park: 2.5 days Quebec City: 2 days Jacques Cartier National Park: 2.5 days Saguenay Fjord–Tadoussac: 2.5 days, then crossing Bic Park: 2.5 days, then crossing back Charlevoix: 3.5 days Montreal: 2 days, then return to France

Thanks so much in advance for any help you can give us!

GabRaph
Feedback on 15-day Quebec itinerary
by Alex1628 · 2026-01-01 · 7 replies
Hi there, I’m heading to Quebec from 08/07/26 to 08/21/26 with my wife and our two sons, aged 8 and 10. I’m sharing my itinerary below—if you have any suggestions or feedback, I’d love to hear it!

Day 1: Arrival in Montreal on Friday, August 7th around 2 PM (it’s also one of my sons’ 8th birthday!). We’ll head to Westmount via public transit or taxi to pick up our Airbnb.

Day 2 & 3: Exploring Montreal.

Day 4: Picking up our rental car (not yet booked, but likely with Hertz via BSP Auto). We’ll explore the area around Montreal and then head to Montebello for the night.

Day 5: Visit to Parc Omega, staying overnight in Montebello (Airbnb).

Day 6: Heading to Shawinigan, possibly catching an evening show at Cité de l’Énergie. I’ve spotted Motel Auberge Pique-Nique for the night.

Day 7: Mauricie National Park. Overnight in Shawinigan.

Day 8: Heading to Lac Saint-Jean. I’ve looked into the Village Historique Val-Jalbert, but many say there are better options for visiting an old village, like the Village Québécois d’Antan near Quebec City. We’ll stay somewhere around the lake.

Day 9: Day around the lake, then overnight in Saguenay. FYI, August 15th is a holiday in Quebec (like in France), so some places might be busier or closed.

Day 10: Heading to Tadoussac. Staying overnight at the youth hostel to meet other travelers.

Day 11: Day in Tadoussac—whale watching and a guided forest excursion to see bears. Another night in Tadoussac.

Day 12: Heading to Quebec City, possibly stopping at Montmorency Falls along the way. We’ll pick up our Airbnb along the St. Lawrence River, not far from the aquarium.

Day 13 & 14: Exploring Quebec City and its surroundings.

Day 15: Returning to Montreal to catch our flight in the late afternoon.

I’ve tried to stay in the same place for two nights in a row for logistical reasons—it’s easier with kids. So far, only the Airbnbs are booked. For the rest, motels seem like the most budget-friendly option. I’d also love to find B&Bs with meals included, like Gîtes de France, but I’m not sure if that’s a thing here—I’m struggling to find options.

Don’t hesitate to let me know if this itinerary seems too packed. I’ve been mindful of the distances, but unfortunately, we can’t do everything, so we’ve had to make some tough choices.

Thanks in advance to anyone who can chime in!
Which natural forests to visit in Ireland?
by Alcla · 2025-12-22 · 2 replies
Hello,

We’re really keen on ecosystems and want to hike in "natural" ancient forests—not planted woods or areas heavily degraded by human activity. Travel guides (like Lonely Planet) don’t provide much info on this. Could you point us to the most interesting spots? Thanks in advance for your tips. We wish you happy holidays and a fantastic 2026, full of discoveries! Claire and Albert

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