Year: 2025
Our Top 10 Things to do in Futaleufú, Chile
Futaleufú: Top 10 Things to do Futaleufú is a small colourful town in Chile’s stunning lake-filled Los Lagos region. It has wide streets lined with colourful wooden-shingled houses, lush gardens, and productive smallholdings. Wandering around the town feels like stepping back in time. This part of Chile is far quieter than the busy south, and …
Our Top 10 things to do in Santiago
Santiago: Top 10 Things to Do If you’re travelling to Chile, chances are Santiago will be on your itinerary Santiago, the capital of Chile, is a city full of energy, tucked between the Andes mountains and the Chilean coast. You can spend the morning exploring historic plazas, the afternoon enjoying a glass of local wine, …
The Best Things To See and Do Around Salta Province and Jujuy, Argentina
The Best Things To See and Do Around Salta Province and Jujuy, Argentina There are many great things to see and do around Salta and Jujuy. This province is an area of incredible beauty and fascinating high Andes culture. Salta is the charming capital and colonial city of North West Argentina, or NOA to the …
Best Hikes to Trek in South America
South America is an excellent destination for adventure lovers, especially those seeking a challenging trek. Mountains, forests, jungle and desert provide spectacular backdrops for hikes on and off the beaten path. Here are our top treks and hikes in South America, broken down by country. Best treks in Chile Trekking in Chile offers incredible …
Top Ten Things to Do in the Sacred Valley, Peru
Top Ten Things to Do in the Sacred Valley, Peru Almost everyone who visits Peru will travel to Cusco and Machu Picchu. Sandwiched between them is the wonderful, fertile Sacred Valley, full of unexpected delights. It would be easy to spend a week in the Sacred Valley; the climate is warmer than in Cusco, and …
Lodge-based treks in Peru: Salkantay, Lares, Ausangate
Reviews of Peru’s Best Lodge-based Treks. Are you planning a trek in Peru but don’t want to camp? There are some fantastic lodge-based treks in Peru’s Cusco region, offering wonderful walking and beautiful accommodation. We have three exceptional lodge-to-lodge mountain treks that offer superb mountain scenery, contact with the local community and an unexpected degree …
Review: Mount Chimborazo Mountain Biking Tour
Mount Chimborazo Mountain Biking Tour. It had been two decades since I’d done any downhill mountain biking. Fortunately, a comeback ride MTBing down Ecuador’s highest volcano would quickly bring back the joyous thrill of downhill mountain biking, the closest I’ll ever feel to a condor swooping through the skies. Mountain Biking Chimborazo …
Alternative treks to Inca Trail, Peru
Alternative treks to Inca Trail, Peru Wondering what trek to take when the Inca Trail is sold out? Here’s our guide to the best alternative treks to the Inca Trail. Inca Trail Permit Availability There are 500 daily Inca Trail trek permits available year-round except February, when the Inca Trail is closed for maintenance. …
Weather and Seasons: The Best Time to Visit Peru
When’s the Best Time to Visit Peru? Generally, the best time to visit Peru is between May and October, the country’s dry and high seasons. Top tourist destinations like Cusco and Machu Picchu enjoy dry, sunny weather, which is ideal for exploring the Andean mountains. Trekking, sightseeing, and other activities occur under blue skies, with …
Best Time to Visit Ecuador: Weather & Seasons
Best time to visit Ecuador explained. When is the best time to visit Ecuador? Ecuador is a year-round travel destination thanks to its location on the equator. That said, its weather is best defined by region. Many of its Andean mountain ranges have their own micro-climates. The best time to visit Ecuador and its diverse …
A Review of Ecuador’s Best Cloud Forest Lodges
Finding Ecuador’s best cloud forest lodges Ecuador’s cloud forest is a magnet for those searching for wildlife, bird watching and the elusive spectacled bear. Ecuador is blessed with many sustainable eco-lodges nestled in the misty cloud forests. These lodges are fantastic bases for exploring the cloud forest’s flora and fauna. Each lodge often has specific …
The Best San Pedro de Atacama Tours & Excursions
Find out about all the best San Pedro de Atacama tours and excursions. What makes San Pedro one of Chile’s top tourist attractions? Its otherworldly landscapes, stunning views, fantastic accommodation, and excellent food help make it a must-visit destination. What are the highlights of the Atacama desert around San Pedro? The Tatio Geysers, Moon Valley, …
Cusco: Top 10 Restaurants and Best Peruvian food
Almost every tour to Peru will pass through the famous Inca capital of Cusco. Learn which typical plates to taste, where to grab a quick and hearty meal and where to enjoy fine dining. Below is a list of various restaurants to suit all occasions and budgets, not just those flying close to Michelin stars. …
Lodge-based treks in Peru: Salkantay, Lares, Ausangate
Reviews of Peru’s Best Lodge-based Treks. Are you planning a trek in Peru but don’t want to camp? There are some fantastic lodge-based treks in Peru’s Cusco region, offering wonderful walking and beautiful accommodation. We have three exceptional lodge-to-lodge mountain treks that offer superb mountain scenery, contact with the local community and an unexpected degree …
