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Green hills of the Lomas de Lachay natural reserve.

10 Gorgeous Trekking Trails near Lima, Peru

Lima is modern, lively and colourful. Its graffiti-laden coastal walk is enchanting, and its many museums housed in colonial buildings are fascinating. It’s easy to think that’s all there is to the capital, and then move on to the natural wonders of Huaraz or the Sacred Valley, tackling the Inca trail from Cusco to the Machu Picchu. But let us introduce you to several beautiful trekking options close to Lima, that make for refreshing day hikes. This article about the best hikes near Lima contains affiliate links. We’re not selling anything ourselves – we just help products and services we …

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Trekking Uruguay in 6 Beautiful Hikes

With its small and flat territory, Uruguay isn’t a renown hiking destination. Visitors to the country –if they visit at all– usually have a look at Montevideo and call it a day. But you, you are different, and we appreciate that. You want to dig deeper and discover the natural beauty of this underestimated nation. So let’s explore together some of the best trekking options in Uruguay! This list of Uruguay hikes contains affiliate links. We’re not selling anything ourselves – we just help products and services we find great. If you click one of them and decide to purchase, …

Trekking trail with mountain backdrop in Los Cipreses Park, near Santiago, Chile

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11+ Trekking Trails to Escape Santiago

A huge metropolis such as Santiago can feel oppressive to nature lovers. Once you’re done with Parque Metropolitano and its Cerro San Cristobal, you might end up pondering over your completo sandwich what to do next, your feet itching relentlessly in your hiking boots. Yet Santiago’s perfect location, between ocean and mountains, allows for several beautiful trekking escapes and hiking tours less than 2 hours away. So let’s explore them together! This article about hiking day trips from Santiago contains affiliate links. We’re not selling anything ourselves – we just help products and services we find great. If you click …

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12+ Fantastic Hikes in Chile

Stretched like a noodle between the Pacific ocean and the Andes mountains, Chile offers everything hiking enthusiasts and nature lovers may wish for. Everything, we kid you not – from the desert to glaciers, down volcanoes, through lush forests and along joyful rivers. We’ve selected here our favourite 12+ hikes in Chile, and include distances, difficulty and the best time to go. This article about Chile hikes contains affiliate links. We’re not selling anything ourselves – we just help products and services we find great. If you click one of them and decide to purchase, it’ll be at no extra …

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Spectacular Amazon Rainforest Plants to Spot on a Jungle Tour

The Amazon Rainforest is a vast and diverse ecosystem that covers much of South America. It’s home to an incredible array of plant and animal species, many of which are found nowhere else on earth. In this article, we’ll explore some of the most fascinating and beautiful Amazon rainforest plants to spot during a jungle tour. So get ready to learn all about the flora of the Amazon jungle, the type of rainforest this is, and the different types of plants you can expect to see on a tour. Flora in the Amazon jungle According to the WWF, the Amazon …

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7 Badass Destinations for Your South America Honeymoon

Buckle up lovebirds, because we’re headed south! South America, that is. It’s the land of adventure, natural beauty and rich culture, perfect for those who want a honeymoon they’ll remember. Get ready for breath-taking landscapes, fascinating cultural experiences, and thrilling activities that’ll fill your head with unforgettable memories. In this post, we’ll explore the top ten badass destinations for a quirky South America honeymoon. So take that vow and let’s go! This article about honeymoon South America contains affiliate links. We’re not selling anything ourselves – we just help products and services we find great. If you click one of …

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A Concise Guide to the Amazon Rainforest in Ecuador

The Amazon rainforest is a vast and vital ecosystem that covers much of South America, spanning across nine countries. It’s a critical habitat for countless species of plants and animals, also home to numerous indigenous communities. If you want to discover the Amazon rainforest in Ecuador, you’ll find all the info in this post: whether it’s worth visiting, where to stay, what to do, and how to get there. We also want to discuss the issue of deforestation and what we can do to help stop it. Jump to: Is it safe? | Best areas to visit | Things to …

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Beginners’ Guide to W Trek: an Unforgettable Hike in Patagonia

The W Trek in Patagonia counts among the most popular hikes in South America, drawing thousands of visitors every year. The area offers breathtaking landscapes of glaciers, icy fjords and charismatic mountains; so it’s natural that both beginners and experienced hikers dream of completing it. Although it’s a multi-day and moderately strenuous trek, even people with little hiking experience can challenge themselves and enjoy the scenery. So here’s a comprehensive travel guide to help all of you beginner hikers tackle the W Trek! Located in Chile’s Torres del Paine National Park, in the region of Magallanes, the W Trek takes …

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Trekking Argentina Through 11 Stunning Hikes

As hikers, Argentina captivates our hearts every single time with its colourful palette of landscapes. In order to have a comprehensive image of the country, one must travel to its three corners – and not forget the mountains that form its heart. So from glaciers, down snowy mountains and deep into evergreen forests and stupendous rock formations, let’s go trekking in Argentina through these 11 stunning hikes. This article about Argentina hikes contains affiliate links. We’re not selling anything ourselves – we just help products and services we find great. If you click one of them and decide to purchase, …

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Hiking Colombia in 11 Gorgeous Trails

Honestly, it would be a crying shame to travel through Colombia and never venture out of town. The country hosts about 10% of the planet’s biodiversity, ranking second in the world (after Brazil); even earning the sexy-sounding adjective of ‘megadiverse’. It’s a real treasure trove for nature enthusiasts, wildlife lovers and hardcore hikers alike. So from the desert to the rainforest, down volcanoes and along the turquoise sea, let’s explore 11 Colombia hikes, that rank among the most beautiful hiking trails. This article about Colombia hikes contains affiliate links. We’re not selling anything ourselves – we just help products and …