Whitewater Rafting the Río Pacuare: Why You Should Choose an Overnight Stay
There’s nothing quite like knowing that if you make a wrong move, you’re going straight into the chilly waters of the river beneath you. That …
There are few places on earth quite like Patagonia. It is a land of extremes: dusty, barren steppe blends into the sharp peaks of the Andes Mountains that cut through the Chilean and Argentine sides of the region, while milky blue glaciers hang precariously over equally milky blue lakes and huge colonies of birds and marine wildlife squawk and shuffle on beaches and through pristine nature.
Patagonia has quickly become my favourite destination in South America, after having spent many months there since I first visited back in 2016.
For many travellers, Patagonia is adventurous as it gets, which is why I’ve written a slew of articles covering everything from where to go and how to get there, to some of the most comprehensive guides to exploring Torres del Paine National Park that you’ll find on the internet (and if not, let me know – challenge accepted!)
There’s nothing quite like knowing that if you make a wrong move, you’re going straight into the chilly waters of the river beneath you. That …
Costa Rica is one of Latin America’s superstars. Packed with tropical landscapes, to-die-for beaches, and unparalleled biodiversity, this country might well be named paradise. I …
With the piercing peaks of the Andes prominent in the north, glacier-riddled national parks of the south, and fertile, wine-growing valleys of the center, it’s …
Bolivia is a country full of beautiful places and people. There is seemingly no end to the gorgeous scenery, unique landmarks, and intriguing culture that …
The sky-piercing peaks of Torres del Paine National Park; the dense, milky blue hue of Glacier Perito Moreno; the huge wingspan of an Andean condor …
There are a number of places around the globe that just lend themselves towards a road trip. Patagonia is one of them; a place of …
With big-ticket destinations such as the Galapagos Islands and Machu Picchu, both Ecuador and Peru are on many travelers’ bucket lists. But you have time …
Beneath the belly of the 20-person aircraft, the verdant jungle foliage of Bolivia’s Madidi National Park scrambles to extract itself from a chaotic knot of …
In a continent defined by natural spectacle, Colombia is a country that would take several lifetimes to fully explore. Situated in the northwest corner of …
When thinking about the Amazon rainforest, Brazil is often the first country that comes to mind. But with an extension of six million square kilometers …
The Lost City of the Incas, aka Machu Picchu, draws some 1.2 million visitors yearly to its incredible stone vestiges left behind on a remote …
Sucre is Bolivia’s true capital city, and it is one of my all-time favorite cities in South America. The food, beautiful architecture, museums, cultural and …
“You should have been here fifteen years ago, before everyone found out” says a jaded traveler, bellied up to the bar in any popular tourist …
Buenos Aires and Lima might take all the international acclaim when it comes to outstanding dining in South America, but Chile’s capital, Santiago, has blossomed …
Fantastically biodiverse and with a rich cultural and historical heritage, Bolivia is filled with jaw-dropping natural wonders and plenty to pack into a Bolivia itinerary …
La Paz, the Bolivian de-facto capital, is both chaotic, high-altitude city and a hot-bed of fascinating new tourist activities – all of which reflect the …
With its trademark dramatic mountainous landscapes, national parks that make hikers drool and a wealth of undiscovered corners that remain tantalizingly wild, it should come …
Hiking the W in Chilean Patagonia’s Torres del Paine National Park is one of the absolute highlights of a visit to Patagonia – I should …
Home to superlative landscapes rich with glassy lakes, shimmering glaciers, and the granite hulks of the Paine Massif, there’s a reason Torres del Paine National …
Chile doesn’t always make it to the top of traveler’s itineraries. Travel costs and a more European culture compared with other South American countries have …
Who doesn’t love a good story about the determination, intrigue, and thrilling lives of those who ventured to the frozen continent of Antarctica? You may …
Antarctica is one of the least-visited places on Earth, but not for a lack of incredible experiences and truly striking landscapes. Its abundant wildlife, history …
Patagonia has long been an obsession of mine and one where I’ve covered a fair distance, having traveled across the years from the very northern …
If there’s one place you’ve heard about in Patagonia, bets are it’s Torres del Paine National Park. This protected area in Southern Chilean Patagonia is …