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We all travel differently. We don’t have the same interests, the same needs, the same possibilities. We might go to the same place, we won’t leave with the same impression.

That’s what makes sharing experiences so beautiful. But while some aspects of our travels never change, others can be improved, sharpened, optimised.

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So here’s a series of guides and a few itineraries, to help you plan your travel in South America. Tips to help you save time, money and your peace of mind.

We’re also sharing many tricks for eco travels. Some of them you probably already know. Others you might not have thought about yet. Travelling responsibly is a state of mind that we keep perfecting through our habits. We’d love to hear your own ideas.

And then, we also give practical advice on other aspects of travel, such as how to eat healthily while travelling, what it means to travel off-the-beaten path, how to survive a night on the bus, or the items every traveller needs.

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Travelling is not innocent. We do believe that the way we travel has a huge impact also on the experiences we gain. And ultimately on the person we’re slowly becoming.

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🇵🇪 [Itinerary] 2 or 3 Weeks in Peru

Peru surprises, intrigues, and fascinates. It’s on half the world’s top dream destinations, but at the same time it remains fairly unknown. Everybody wants to see the Machu Picchu, but few travellers care to explore around. And yet, imagine paying to enter the Louvre to only see the Mona Lisa. Our itinerary for 2 and 3 weeks in Peru bring you out of the Sacred Valley, to other latitudes, other realities. In fact, we’ve created 3 Peru itineraries: one in the north for 2 weeks in Peru with beach; one in the south for a 2 week Peru itinerary with …

Gold-colour tundra with mountains in background
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🇪🇨 [Itinerary] 2 or 3 Weeks in Ecuador

Some places deserve to be in the spotlight, others should rather be kept a secret. Ecuador is one of those unsung beauties that raise the dilemma. It’s easy to skip this small country on a travel in South America, like we ignore a vegetable we don’t know at a buffet table. And yet, have a bite and let the flavour invade you; unique landscapes of exceptional beauty, and a modern society where the Indigenous traditions come through. If you decide to give Ecuador a go, you can use this itinerary for 2 or 3 weeks of breathtaking hikes; two or three …

Colourful facades of colonial houses in Cartagena, Colombia
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🇨🇴 [Itinerary] 2 or 3 Weeks in Colombia

Life is full of memories, and the ones that are made in Colombia have a suffused light to them. Wherever you wander in the country, the bright smiles of its people, and the bright facades of its towns, and the bright light of its nature, will cast a spell on you that you won’t be able to shake off anytime soon. If you’re a first timer in Colombia, you can use this itinerary for 2 or 3 weeks of discoveries and fascination; two or three weeks to catch the 1st notes of a lifelong melody; 14 or 21 days to …

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🇨🇴 Cartagena to Santa Marta or Vice Versa: Travel by Bus with a Clear Head, Stress-Free

All those beaches! Travelling along the Caribbean coast of Colombia was one of our best beach experiences in South America. We spent a little over 2 weeks just in this strip of coast between Palomino –and the Tayrona National Park– and Tolú, the gateway to the San Bernardo islands. You can experience Colombia’s Caribbean beaches based on your preference, as there are several beach towns offering very different experiences. The two main spots are of course the large cities of Cartagena and Santa Marta. But regarding how you travel between them, there are also a few alternatives. In this travel …

A lonesome path in moon valley, chile
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Backpacking in South America: All the Answers You Need

We all dream differently of South America. Some of us need to feel small in its immense nature during multi-day hiking adventures. Others want to feel the life pulsating in its cities, its street art, its sensual dances and wild carnivals. Some will want to find themselves in strange marks on ancient stones. Others still are looking forward to a cocktail on the beach, facing the warm sun and the turquoise mirror of the Caribbean. Whatever your dream is, this is your guide. We’re answering here all the questions you may have, in order to help you plan your perfect …

Anna seating on a rock overlooking Titicaca lake
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🇧🇴 Backpacking Bolivia: Tips & Destinations

And now for something completely different. The mainly Indigenous population of the poorest country in South America often lacks education and basic infrastructure. On the other hand, informal trade and outdoor markets are taking place everywhere. That should make your backpacking trip in Bolivia something of an adventure! Even more so if you get away from the usual tourists route and advance deep in the wilderness. Expect thick jungle, head-spinning Altiplano, rural communities and greasy food. We’ve put together this humble Bolivia tourism guide, with our tips and favourite destinations, to help you plan the best backpacking trip in that …

Anna looking over the tatacoa desert, Colombia
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🇨🇴 Backpacking Colombia: Tips & Destinations

When we prepared our South American trip, we were very excited to learn that backpacking Colombia was now possible. One of the former most violent countries in the world is now safe to roam. And what a treasure box it is! Warm Caribbean beaches for the sun-worshippers; deep Amazon rain forest for the adventure-seekers; hidden ancient sites, colonial UNESCO sites and wonderful nature sights. Everyone has a reason to visit Colombia. But remember to keep your wits about you and follow the rules of common sense; some cities might steal more than your heart. We’re giving you here all our …

Anna looking over the jungle from the viewpoint of mirador natural near Tarapoto, Peru
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🇵🇪 Backpacking Peru: Tips & Destinations

Mysterious ruins mistily nestled atop jungle mountains. Slow-paced life on the cobblestones of cosy colonial towns. Peru is a large country of many colours that sees more than its fair share of tourists all year round. And yet, with Lima and the Machu Picchu attracting most of the crowds, large parts of the country remain unknown. Since you’re out there backpacking Peru, ready to follow in the footsteps of past civilisations, we hope to convince you to get off the gringo trail and explore lesser-known areas. We promise that they’re just as worthy of your time. We’ve put together this …

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🇪🇨 Backpacking Ecuador: Tips & Destinations

We always love the underdog. Ecuador is tucked between the two tourism heavyweights Peru to the south and Colombia to the north. It’s often overlooked on South American backpacking trips, and yet Ecuador has got everything you can look for. Wild Amazon national parks and surf spots on the ocean. Charming colonial towns and party places. Indigenous communities and modern buzz. The list could go on but what we mean is clear; you should absolutely visit Ecuador during your South America backpacking trip. We’ve put together this humble Ecuador travel guide to show you why and tell you how. Chances …

Looking at the andes atop Volcan Osorno, near Puerto Varas, Chile
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🇨🇱 Backpacking Chile: Tips & Destinations

Well then, just look at Chile on a world map. A country stretched like a tagliatelle on a pauper’s plate; it’s got all sorts of landscapes nature has to offer, or almost. That’s without mentioning the Easter Island, Rapa Nui, a spit in the ocean somewhere afar. So this country is definitely part of our best travel tips for South America. And yet, very few budget travellers decide to go on a backpacking trip to Chile. It’s true that prices are higher here than in most countries on the continent. But there are ways to backpack Chile on a budget …