est. 2017
Bolivia is never really high on the must go places for the backpackers circuit. And if you’re headed to Bolivia, there is a good chance you’re beelining to Salar de Uyuni. Don’t get me wrong, the salt flats are beyond amazing, but there is really so much more to Bolivia (like this mountain!)
Sucre, the capital (yup, it’s not La Paz!), alone is worth a visit. But really, a hidden outdoor gem is just right outside Sucre – the Cordillera de los Frailes.
Colca Canyon. The second deepest canyon in the world (only slightly shallower than the nearby Cotahuasi Canyon). At its deepest, 4160m/13640ft, which is almost twice the depth of the Grand Canyon.
One of the top tourist attractions in Peru for good reason – it is absolutely beautiful!
Before arriving in Lima, I had heard conflicting views on the city – some loved it, others hated it (but isn’t that how it always is?!). Though Lima is the capital and largest city in Peru, it is often skipped over, or just a transfer point to get to Cusco. After spending three days there, while I can say it isn’t my favorite South American city (in fact, it didn’t even feel like I was in South America), I think it’s definitely worthy of a few days to visit.
Lima – the city of good food, quirky art, and sunny parks. See the best things (in my humble opinion) to do for a few days in Lima.
Wow. Somehow, just like that, I’ve reached the end of three months in South America.
Long term travel may come across as super glamorous as you’re browsing Instagram, but it comes with some not so pretty parts and some lows. That said, I wouldn’t change this experience for anything.
At the end of three months, I may be starting to hate most things in my backpack because it is literally the only things I own (and I see them every day), but are some things that make me so happy because they’ve made my travels so much easier.
My long term travel necessities below!
