This is the third in a three-part series on the National Parks and Treks of Latin America, focusing on landscapes shaped from above. Iguaçu Falls from Brazilian Side This section turns to landscapes shaped from above, …
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Volcanoes, Highlands and Icefields of Latin America
This is the second in a three-part series on the National Parks and Treks of Latin America, focusing on landscapes shaped by tectonic force and glacial time.. Lago Nordenskjöld, Parque Nacional Torres del Paine, Chile …
Continue readingEl Calafate – Gateway to the Perito Moreno Glacier
El Calafate, Patagonia’s gateway to the Perito Moreno Glacier, offers stunning views of glacial landscapes, vibrant town life, and traditional gaucho culture. This UNESCO-protected area’s dramatic vistas, the glacier’s spectacular ice calving, and historic Estancia Anita’s gaucho heritage highlight Patagonia’s unique natural and cultural charm.
Continue readingEl Chaltén – Trekking Capital of Argentina
The blending of adventurous tourism with the comforts of a small town makes El Chaltén a unique spot in Patagonia. Even with the increasing number of visitors, the town remains a peaceful retreat, offering hikers, climbers, and nature lovers an unparalleled gateway to Patagonia’s rugged wilderness.
Continue readingTorres del Paine – The W Walk
The 106 km W Trek through Torres del Paine’s rugged landscape covered Grey Glacier, Valle del Francés, and Mirador Las Torres. The journey showcased the park’s diverse wildlife, scenic vistas, and environmental challenges, creating an unforgettable Patagonian adventure.
Continue readingCarretera Austral: Road through the Dramatic Landscapes Patagonia
The Carretera Austral, or Route 7, is one of Chile’s most iconic roadways, carving a road through the dramatic landscapes of Patagonia. Stretching over 1,200 kilometres from Puerto Montt to Villa O’Higgins, this remote and rugged …
Continue readingCosta Rica
From Panama, we crossed the land border into Costa Rica and made our way to the capital San Jose, arriving just after 10 in the evening. Despite looking relatively small on the map, distances can …
Continue readingColombia 2022 – The South
Going South from the Zona Cafetera, the number of tourists is greatly reduced, especially as distances are greater from the major population centres of Bogotá and Medellín and international tourists stick to the arc between …
Continue readingColombia 2022 – Zona Cafetera
Our first destination in the Zona Cafetera was the university town of Manizales. The town, unusually for Latin America, sits right on top of a mountain, with the principal city centre street being the highest …
Continue readingTayrona National Park: Colombian Tropical Paradise
Tayrona National Park,
Tropical beaches where the unspoilt jungle meets the Caribbean Sea