south america
Between its wonderous mountain ranges, remote islands and the world's biggest rainforest, your first trip to South America likely won't be your last.
Machu Pichu, a place in Latin America you cannot miss-2
Hundreds of years ago, there was only a narrow Inca trail between the mountains connecting Machu Picchu and Cusco. Now, when tourists arrive here by tourist train, they will feel a strong shock ---- The Machu Picchu in front of them is so dangerous that they are possible to slide down to an abyss of 100,000 feet from the narrow ridge at any time. It was on this steep, deserted ridge that the Incas built their city.
Golden MaplePublished 4 years ago in WanderMachu Pichu, a place in Latin America you cannot miss-1
Machu Pichu, one of the New Seven Wonders of the World (1), is the top priority to see in Latin America. Two Inca ruins in Peru are on the World Natural and Cultural Heritage List. They are the ancient capital of Cusco, "the capital of the world's Indians," and Machu Picchu, known as the "city in the sky."
Golden MaplePublished 4 years ago in WanderWind on the sands
Between the villages of Barra de Valizas and Cabo Polonio is one of Uruguay's most dramatic national parks. The path along the coast traverses desolate dunes, whimsical grasslands, rock hewn outcrops and lengthy stretches of golden sand beaches cleansed by the Atlantic ocean.
Sunrise at the Fitz Roy
My Fitz Roy experience was pretty phenomenal, somewhat terrifying nonetheless phenomenal! I have heard that if you walk all the way up to Laguna de los Tres during the night you could watch the sun rising and the mountains turning red and orange during the process. You can imagine that my little wanderlost spirit got eager to experience that!
Ana BaptistaPublished 4 years ago in WanderDiscovering Valle Cochamó - Where Jungles Meet Mountains
From Puerto Varas, we spent a day at a hostel, recuperating and brainstorming about our options in the area. We had a limited window, only one week to both plan and execute a miniature adventure.
WeeManWandersPublished 4 years ago in WanderBefore Quarantine
In the months before quarantine, I traveled to Peru with my family. I used to live in Peru, and I’ve often acted as a guide to Machu Picchu. The last time I went, I met up with one of my high school friends and his family. I hadn’t seen him for about ten years, and it was wonderful to have the chance to catch up and see how our lives have changed, and how they’ve stayed the same.
Walter RheinPublished 4 years ago in WanderGRINGO TRAIL
Let’s say you got three months to plan your trip to South America you might want to consider the following; So, in the first month before the trip you want to make sure that you have at least booked all your flights in advance.
Walugendo BillyPublished 4 years ago in WanderThere are no Lions in the Jungle
The jungle. Although there are many accounts available telling you what it is like and you have done all the research possible so you think you are prepared for it, you are not. Nowhere does it say that you should take two pairs of wellies because your first pair will be destroyed within the first week, or that you should remember to take nail clippers, or that there is no non-deet insect repellent that actually works despite what the packaging might say. You may be well versed in the flora and fauna you are likely to encounter, but that feeling of excitment that threatens to brim over and scare away the Tyra that's just been spotted is never described. It is one thing to know that the jungle exists, quite another to have lived in it.
Laura DaykinPublished 4 years ago in WanderTo the End of the World
During a pandemic, it’s easy to drown in my sorrow. I’ve dealt with depression and anxiety for the past twenty years, which makes the limited light fade to black rather quickly and heavily.
Andrea JardinePublished 4 years ago in WanderAn Insider's Guide to Cusco, Peru
Every day thousands of people pass through Cusco, Peru on their way to Machu Picchu. Cusco is truly one of the gems of South America with wonderful dining and entertainment options.
Walter RheinPublished 4 years ago in WanderThe Local’s Guide to Lima, Peru
Food, Revelry, and Fun Despite its stature as one of the world’s top gastronomic destinations, Lima remains an afterthought for many travelers. Tourists will stop there for a day on their way to Cusco and Machu Picchu, but sometimes they never go any further than the airport hotel. It’s truly a tragedy that Lima remains unheralded, because it’s home to some of the world’s best food and cultural destinations!
Walter RheinPublished 4 years ago in Wander6 Amazing South America Waterfalls Worth Your Visit
If you have seen the heartwarming and heartbreaking animated movie “Up” from 2009, you must remember that Carl and Elie dreamed of living next to the Paradise falls in South America (It’s like America but south). The Paradise Falls was actually inspired by the real-life Angel Falls in Venezuela, which is even more marvelous than in the movie.
Sarah KaminskiPublished 4 years ago in Wander