Tierra del Fuego is a land of captivating extremes—a place where rugged landscapes, shifting borders, and rich wildlife intersect with historical legacies and environmental challenges. Our journey across the “End of the World” showcased an unforgettable blend of natural beauty, cultural depth, and enduring frontier spirit that defines this unique region.
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Costa 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 readingSuriname 🇸🇷 – Unique Dutch Heritage set in Pristine Rainforests
Travel blog on Dragoman truck through Suriname: Nieuw Nickerie,
Paramaribo, Bigi Pans, Anaula
Leticia – The Amazon and Three Countries
Leticia, Colombia, serves as a dynamic gateway to the Amazon, where Colombia, Brazil, and Peru converge. From boat trips on the Amazon River to encountering indigenous wildlife, pink dolphins, and vibrant parakeets in Parque Santander, this frontier town offers a rich blend of culture, nature, and adventure deep within the rainforest.
Continue readingGalápagos Islands – Part 2 Land Based Activities
Before starting properly the second leg of our tour we visited the Chato Tortoise Reserve in the Highlands of Santa Cruz Island, which is a large farm where there are a large number of these …
Continue readingGalápagos Islands – Part 1 Sea Based Activities
To maximise our experience of the Galápagos Islands we chose to do a mixture of sea based and land based activities. For the first four days we were on the MV Legend run by Go …
Continue readingSouthern Peru – Nazca, Huacachina and Paracas
Southern Peru is a region rich in ancient history, adventure, and stunning natural beauty. This blog covers three key destinations: the enigmatic Nazca Lines, the desert oasis of Huacachina, and the wildlife haven of Paracas.
Continue readingBaños and the Equadorean Amazon – Forests and Jungle
Baños, the gateway to the Ecuadorian Amazon, offers adventure with its waterfalls, thermal baths, and lush cloud forests. Exploring the Rio Napo and visiting indigenous communities highlights the region’s deep cultural roots, while ongoing reforesting efforts showcase the area’s commitment to preserving Ecuador’s rich biodiversity and Amazonian 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 readingCamarones and RN3 – Western Patagonia
Journey through Camarones and along RN3 showcases Eastern Patagonia’s dramatic coastline, the highlighting the Cabo Dos Bahías’ Magellanic penguin colony, wild marine life, and unique flora and fauna. The route contrasts remote coastal settlements with industrial centres like Comodoro Rivadavia, showcasing Patagonia’s rich ecological and economic diversity.
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