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 …
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Galápagos 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 …
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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 readingSalar de Uyuni & Eduardo Avaroa Reserves – Surreal Landscapes

The Salar de Uyuni and the Eduardo Avaroa Reserve offer a surreal, awe-inspiring experience, one where the stark beauty of Bolivia’s high-altitude desert landscapes came to life. Between the flamingos, eroded rock formations, and the haunting remnants of Bolivia’s industrial past, the trip offered something new and unexpected at every turn.
Continue readingRuta 40 – Journey back North

We departed El Chaltén at dawn, passing Mount Fitz Roy, and took Ruta 40 through Patagonia’s vast steppe landscapes to Bariloche. Along this 1,430 km route, we camped near Cueva de las Manos, explored rugged landscapes and remoteness
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.
Continue readingPuerto Madryn – Welsh Culture in Argentina

Puerto Madryn offers an unusual yet fascinating blend of Welsh culture and Patagonian wildlife. From the sprawling marine colonies of the Valdés Peninsula to the Welsh tea rooms of Trelew, the region is a unique cultural and ecological destination.
Continue readingIguaçu Falls – Nature’s Power, Legends, and Borderland Dynamics

Iguaçu Falls, straddling the border between Brazil and Argentina, showcases nature’s raw power through its awe-inspiring cascades and lush surroundings. Steeped in indigenous legends, the falls highlight the region’s cultural richness and serve as a striking symbol of borderland dynamics in South America.
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