‘What is it?’ That was my question when I first heard of these ruins by a French backpacker in my hostel in Cusco. A few minutes and a couple of Google searches afterward, it became clear that trekking Choquequirao without a guide was possible. Brief History of Choquequirao Choquequirao is a ruin complex similar in structure to Machu Picchu. It … Read More
March 2017 – Monthly Recap – From Chile to Perù
Alright, I skipped February but I promise I’ll add it as soon as I’ll have time. I’m now gathering thoughts for the March 2017 – Monthly Recap. It’s been a tough month, full of experiences and traveling. Tired of hitchhiking in Argentina, I came back to Punta Arenas, Chile to take a bus to Santiago. A very, very long ride, … Read More
10 Lessons I Learnt Hitchhiking in South America
I’m in the middle of the Argentinian pampa. There is NOTHING around me. Nothing. I have been walking for 4 hours, I did 20 km, trying to withstand the strong wind. I have no water: the wind dried my lips and my mouth – I have been drinking a sip every 100 meters. Finally, I lie down and I lay … Read More
Hiking Torres del Paine, W Circuit: Day 5
Hiking Torres del Paine, W Circuit: Day 5 is part of a 5-posts series. Find Day 1 here. I wake up at 7.03. As every morning, the first thing I do is putting my glasses on. I try to find them in the top pocket of the tent, but apparently, they are not there. ‘Where are my glasses?’ I sleepily ask the … Read More
Hiking Torres del Paine, W Circuit: Day 4
Hiking Torres del Paine, W Circuit: Day 4 is part of a 5-posts series. Find Day 5 here. This morning the alarm clock is earlier than usual and at 7.33 I’m already up. Milk powder is in the pot warming up. At 9, Xavi and I begin the trek. After a few hundred meters (just surpassed the forested area) the Glaciar Gray … Read More