Discover the best day trips from Cusco, Peru, with this handy guide. 9 epic excursions you need to add to your bucket list. If you’re traveling in Peru, you’ll likely end up visiting Cusco for some amount of time. Cusco is a beautiful, colonial town situated in the high altitudes of the Andes Mountains. Although …
Having trouble deciding between the Salkantay Trek and the Inca Trail? Here’s what you need to know. If you’re planning a trek to Machu Picchu, you’ve probably heard lots of different options thrown around. In fact, there are a few different treks you can choose from that vary widely in difficulty and terrain. Of these …
Discover the Salkantay Trek to Machu Picchu with this handy guide. Everything you need to know about this epic hike. Every year, hikers from around the world flock to Peru to embark on one of the world-famous treks to Machu Picchu. While the most well-known trek is the Inca Trail, a handful of other treks …
Hiking the W or O trek in Chile’s Torres del Paine National Park is at the top of many an adventurer’s bucket list. Planning a trip to the Torres del Paine and not sure what to pack? I’ve got you covered. The Torres del Paine is a place of legend – soaring peaks, jewel-coloured lakes, …
Ready to tackle the Cerro Toco Hike? Here’s what you need to know before you go. When I arrived in Chile’s Atacama Desert, I thought I’d be taking it easy. Settling in for the next 9 days, I organized a few group tours to the surrounding desert regions and kicked back with a book in …
There’s no beating around the bush. The southern tip of South America boasts natural wonderlands few can compare with. So when you’re looking to explore, these national parks in Patagonia await to take your breath away. Split between Chile and Argentina, Patagonia is a rugged region that showcases some of the last pristine wildernesses on …
One of South America’s most captivating capitals, discover the best things to do in Santiago with this guide. After three visits to the bustling capital city of Chile, Santiago is a bit like home for me now. It’s a fascinating and complex city to explore, with a lot of under-the-radar things to do and see. …
Planning to go camping in Torres del Paine on your trek? Here’s what you need to know. There’s a reason why trekking and camping in Torres del Paine National Park are becoming increasingly popular each year: this place is stunning. Like the kind of stunning you think is photoshopped, but it’s actually real. And despite …
You need to visit these impressive South America landmarks – here’s why. South America is a colourful continent with a treasure trove of beautiful landmarks. Some are a result of Mother Nature, while others are a product of the creative minds of artists and architects. These famous landmarks of South America will take you on …
From the dry, orange sands of the Atacama Desert, to the frothy, turquoise waterfalls of the Saltos de Petrohué, Chile is every nature lover’s paradise. Step away from the thriving capital, Santiago for our pick of the best things to do in Chile to inspire your travels. Chile is complicated. And I mean that in …
