The Charm of Cusco

There is something so magical about the Inca capital of Cusco that puts you hopelessly under its spell soon after you arrive.  With so much vibrant culture and colour, few places can rival Cusco’s charm, and it’s likely that once you’ve been ... it will always hold a special place in your heart.

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Conquering The Colca Canyon

With the Inca Trail on the horizon, by the time we arrived in Arequipa, we were keen to try another trek to help us get up to condition and acclimatised to the altitude.  Despite our previous experience, nothing could have prepared us for the Colca Canyon!  Novice trekkers beware … this was one long hard slog!!!

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The Full Force of Nature

Lying directly beneath the shadow of looming active Volcano Tungurahua is the bustling town of Baños de Agua Santa. Baños is the gateway to the Ecuadorian Amazon and is renowned for its wealth of natural beauty, with over 60 waterfalls, thermal baths, lush jungle, towering mountains and volatile volcanoes ...

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Hiking the Quilotoa Loop

As we neared the top of the viewing platform, an icy blast of cold wind smacked us in the face and pushed hard against us.  It was then that we caught our first glimpse of what we had traveled so far to see and it took our breath away ... the stunning Quilotoa Crater Lake! 

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A Quick Taste of Quito

At a lofty altitude of 2850m, Quito is one of the highest capital cities in the world, heart of the Ecuadorian Andes and the next destination on our South American Adventure ...

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Valle de Cocora Hike

Salento is a picturesque village in the heart of the Zona de Cafeteria (Coffee Zone) of southern Colombia, famous for native Cocora wax palms.  There is no better way to appreciate their beauty than by hiking the popular Valle de Cocora ...

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Saturday Afternoon in Jardin

Jardin is a small pueblo nestled among the lush mountains and coffee plantations of the Colombian countryside.  It is known mostly for its quaint country charm, colourful houses and natural beauty ...

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