The Condoriri Massif in the Cordillera Real Bolivia is a group of 13 peaks ranging from 5100m to 5648m (the highest: Cabeza del Condór – the head of the condor) and home to the Condoriri trek. We stayed 3 days in the area, climbed pico Austria (5350m), visited the glacier (and an ice cave), and…
Actually, there is not ONE Lares Trek, but the name is used for a couple of different hikes that start from the village of Lares, Peru. The most famous one is the one that ends in Ollantaytambo, which is often offered by tour companies with the extension of going from there to Machu Picchu by…
Our personal chocolate rating tradition started in 2013 in New Zealand when Shir’s goal was to try all of Whittaker’s Chocolate flavors (and lose weight at the same time). As you might have guessed, only one of those goals succeeded, but during the tasting process, she made many new friends who volunteered to do the…
Cooking for yourself in South America can often be more expensive than dining out if you stick to menu del dias and pastries. Some hostels don’t even have kitchens! But for us, cooking was essential. With Shir being celiac (gluten-free), eating out became challenging. Finding vegetarian options was often difficult, and after getting stomach parasites…
Sajama National Park in Bolivia is a breathtaking destination known for its stunning landscapes, diverse wildlife, and the remarkable Lagunas de Altura. Taking its name from Nevado Sajama, the highest mountain in Bolivia (6,542m, 21,463ft), the park is nestled near the Chilean border. It offers adventurers the chance to explore the beauty of the Andes…
Traveling through Peru’s Sacred Valley is an experience of it’s own, especially when visiting interesting locations like Ollantaytambo and Machu Picchu. If you’re planning your journey by Colectivo from Cusco to Ollantaytambo and then from Ollantaytambo to Machu Picchu, this guide will help you navigate your way efficiently and enjoyably. Colectivo Cusco to Ollantaytambo What…
The Codo de los Andes hike is an amazing trek right next to Samaipata in the majestic Andes Mountains, captivating visitors with its dramatic landscapes. Several tourist agencies in Samaipata offer this hike as a 1-day-tour but it can also be done without a guide (though there was a sign in the trailhead that said…
Isla del Sol, or “Island of the Sun,” is a breathtaking destination in the heart of Lake Titicaca, the highest navigable lake in the world (which means: you can go there by boat). Renowned for its stunning landscapes, reminiscent of the Mediterranean, and rich cultural heritage – 3 communities with 3000 inhabitants in total, and…
The Salar de Uyuni, Bolivia (the salt desert of Uyuni) was a highlight and is in our opinion a must-visit in Bolivia. As the world’s largest salt flat (10,582 square kilometers), the Salar de Uyuni lies at a height of 3650m and can be visited from the villages of Uyuni or Tupiza. Most backpackers do…
Find out how to do this outstanding multi-day hike near Sucre without a guide: Walk on pre-hispanic paths, explore geological formations and discover dinosaur footprints