Author: The Travelling Sloth
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Affordable Birdwatching Spots in South America
Fully transparency here… I recently got into birding, hence this post. It started because I wanted to practice using my new telezoom lens and well, here we are. Birdwatching in South America. Never really thought I would be a birder but let’s be honest, birdwatching really does just sneak up on you. Over the last…
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Discovering Bolivia: A Guide to the Salar de Uyuni
I first came across the Salar de Uyuni back in 2017 during my first trip to South America. At the time, I had no idea just how extraordinary this continent was or that it was home to the world’s largest salt flat. Unfortunately, after my backpack was stolen in Puno (Peru), I never got the…
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The Ultimate Guide to Planning your Atacama Desert, Chile Adventure
I had heard about the Atacama in passing a couple of years ago, during my first trip to South America. Over the years, I kept seeing more photos pop up and it looks so otherwordly. Since we’ve been exploring Chile for about a month independently, I thought – maybe it’s time to see this amazing…
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What to Pack for Antarctica: The Expedition Cruise Packing List
Woohoo! You’re going to Antarctica, how exciting! Your cruise is booked, the dream feels real… now comes the main question: what on earth do I pack for Antarctica?! I was exactly in your position a few months ago… multiple tabs open, different advice from different people, constant fear of over or under packing. It’s tricky…
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Namibia Road Trip Itinerary: 2.5 Weeks of Safari, Desert & Coast – Self Drive
Namibia has been on our bucket list since pre COVID. Originally, we had plans for a South Africa + Namibia road trip but with the pandemic, we ended up only visiting South Africa. Fast forward five years and we finally did it! If you’re dreaming of an epic self-drive adventure through Namibia, this guide will…
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A Guide to Chile’s Marble Caves – Capillas de Mármol, Puerto Río Tranquilo
Marble Caves. I cannot remember the first time I had seen a photo of it but I know it was at least a decade ago. It’s been a dream of mine to visit and I finally got to see it for myself! It’s located along the Carretera Austral – a beautiful, dramatic and wild region…
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Off the Beaten Path Brazil: How to Visit Bom Jardim (Nobres, Mato Grosso)
Bom Jardim, Nobres (Mato Grosso) might just be one of Brazil’s most underrated destinations. Often compared to Bonito but quieter, cheaper and far less touristy — this small village in central Brazil is packed with crystal-clear rivers, natural freshwater springs, limestone caves and vibrant wildlife, including blue-and-yellow macaws. Located just outside Nobres in the state…
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How to Get to Puerto Rio Tranquilo, Chile: The Complete Guide
Planning a trip along the Carretera Austral and wondering how to get to Puerto Rio Tranquilo? the gateway to Chile’s iconic Marble Caves… If you’ve already tried researching how to reach this tiny lakeside town, you’ve probably realised that getting to Puerto Rio Tranquilo is not straightforward at all. Information online is scarce, schedules constantly…