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posted
19-Jul-2005 16:47
by: romanb »

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08-Jan-2009 10:40
by: romanb »

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Thread Locked Welcome to the South America branch!

Welcome to the Thorn Tree's South America branch.

The countries covered by this branch are: Argentina, Bolivia, Brazil, Chile & Easter Island, Colombia (note spelling), Ecuador & the Galapagos Islands, Falkland Islands, French Guiana, Guyana, Paraguay, Peru, Suriname, Uruguay, Venezuela.

We hope you find plenty of useful information about travelling to South America here. It is highly recommended that new users check out the some of these useful FAQ threads on this branch before posting a new thread:


Information about Antarctica can be found here.

If you are a returning user or a South America guru, please help us keep t... more »

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posted
17-Feb-2003 12:08
by: Apollo »

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17-Nov-2009 09:39
by: riograndita »

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South America FAQ thread

Zedd_at_LP writes: The countries covered by this FAQ are: Argentina, Bolivia, Brazil, Chile & Easter Island, Colombia, Ecuador & the Galapagos Islands, Falkland Islands, French Guiana, Guyana, Paraguay, Peru, Suriname, Uruguay, Venezuela. Antarctica is covered here.

LP already have some information about the region in the World Guide, and also in the Postcards section.

Then there's the LP hostel booking site which can be found here: <a target=new class=ftalternatingbarlinklarge href="http://www.lone... more »

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posted
09-Apr-2008 02:00
by: zerotres »

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25-Sep-2009 22:41
by: zerotres »

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Brazil Frequently Asked Questions

For the benefit of everyone dropping by the Brazil branch for the first time, please read this FAQ first. And I hope there can be some sort of way to moderate the thread to keep it updated and clean. I know there are some AWESOME regular contributors here who enjoy giving advice; I feel this thread can really help to condense the information available.

I'll go first, with some general thoughts from the South America FAQ. Many thank to Apollo for starting that thread and for a great idea. Hopefully we can have a similar thread for Brazil.

1) Use the "Search" function to find out if someone has already asked your question. Many questions have already been asked before, and regular contributors to the forum get tired of answering the same thing over and over again.

2) Read a few pages of posts. The most frequent... more »

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posted
29-Nov-2009 15:14
by: neha510 »

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29-Nov-2009 15:14
by: neha510 »

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HELP -Salta to Tupiza

Hi, we arrive in Salta on the 5th of Feb and then have to be at Tupiza by 10:00 am on the 10th to start our Salt flats tour. We plan to go to Cafayate but Im bot sure if we should stay there for 1 day or 2. It depends on how long it will take to get from Salta to Tupiza. I cant figure out how to plan our 5 days in this region. Can someone please tell me how long this trip (Salta to Tupiza) takes, which bus company and do we have to do it all in one go ?

Your suggestions are very welcome.

Thanks
Neha

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posted
29-Nov-2009 14:48
by: alexamputee »

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29-Nov-2009 15:25
by: mason101 »

1 replies , 30 views location: Brazil

I am illegal in Brazil and don´t know what to do anymore

To start from the beginning.
I am from Belgium, Europe, where i am on the interpol list (what i know since 3 months now ) for a little crime. I had 4 years ago a car accident, driving without papers and went 3 months to jail. I didn´t agree with Belgium´s justice decision, what was one month more jail, I went on with the case, the case ended up in 36 months jail. I was tired of Belgium and their crazy justice system, the arrogant people. So an American friend invited me to Florida US, near Miami, where I would be normally for only 3 weeks vacation. I loved it so much, that I staid, married, and was their for 15 months, it was the best time of my whole live. Me and my wife went to Sri Lanka on honeymoon. When we came back, the immigration service in NY told me I only could stay for 6 weeks, just to arrange my things. That I over staid in the US. My immigration lawyer didn´t told me i... more »

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posted
29-Nov-2009 14:13
by: sallyvogel »

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29-Nov-2009 14:13
by: sallyvogel »

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Homestay in Colca Canyon

While visiting the village of Canocota...not far from Chivay...in the Colca Canyon, I met a very nice woman named Julia Osca Cacya who is starting a homestay business. She will show you how they grow and prepare their food and you will participate in their lives. She will also take you to local places of interest. She will charge 50 Nuevo soles per day. She does not speak English.
There is one phone in the village, it is 830111 but she has a cell phone 958841392. Her son gets into Chivay and has an email address. It is edcitas_99@hotmail.com.
This would be a wonderful experience for adventurous travelers. I got to spend the Day of the Dead with them and it was a real privilege.

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posted
29-Nov-2009 12:23
by: anniolliandmike »

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29-Nov-2009 12:23
by: anniolliandmike »

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March too early for the Pantanal?

Hi,

We're a family of 3 (Mom, Dad and 11-year old) coming to SA for 4 months in Feb, starting in Ushuaia.
Coming from Santiago mid-March, we're considering flying to Buenas Aires and going into Brazil for the Pantanal via Iguazu . It's the end of the wet season (no earlier than April is generally recommended), so I'm wondering if it's likely to be a disappointment due to not seeing animals, being uncomfortable in the heat/mosquitoes. and possibly contending with flooded roads.
If anyone has been in the Pantanal in March, I'd love to hear what it was like and whether you would recommend it for that time of year. Thanks for any feedback.

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posted
29-Nov-2009 11:41
by: leongkier »

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29-Nov-2009 11:41
by: leongkier »

0 replies , 13 views location: Brazil

Buses from Foz do Iguacu to Ilha Grande

Hi, we need to be on Ilha Grande on the 14th of December. We'll be leaving from the Iguazu falls after staying on the Argentinean side. I'm having trouble finding buses to book for this trip. Does anyone have advice on routes to take, i.e. via Paraty, Sao Paulo or Rio? assuming that there are no direct buses. Also do we need to book online before or should it be ok to just show up at the station and book tickets? Also, open to advice on leaving from Angra dos Reis or Mangaratiba.

Thanks in advance for your help

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posted
29-Nov-2009 11:00
by: jhnmcc »

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29-Nov-2009 11:00
by: jhnmcc »

0 replies , 16 views location: Peru

Peru in April 2010

Hello! I'm heading to Peru in April 2010 and I have a some questions. I've read elsewhere that low season in Peru is January-March. Is this correct and would it still be possible to get discounts on accomodation in April? Should I book accomodation in popular places (such as Cusco) in advance or leave it until I arrive? Similarly, should I book the Cusco-Machu Picchu train in advance? Phew! Sorry for so many questions in one post. Thanks for any advice from other travellers. Much appreciated.

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posted
29-Nov-2009 09:57
by: akpb »

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29-Nov-2009 13:59
by: trekaqp »

2 replies , 45 views location: Peru

Trip to Colca Canyon

If you are going to Colca Canyon I will definitely recommend to book your trip at the "Land Adventures". They do a great job for responsible tourisme, price is fair and they have cool staff too! Our guide, Carlos Córdova was just excellent!!!

Enjoy your trip.

Cheers

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posted
29-Nov-2009 08:58
by: semisonic010 »

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29-Nov-2009 13:17
by: condorfu »

2 replies , 33 views location: Chile & Easter Island

Booking whitewater trip in Bariloche

I'll be in Bariloche in 2.5 weeks. My friend and I would like to go whitewater rafting near Futaleufu (on the Chilean side) or some other class IV or V river within several hours of Bariloche. Is it pretty easy to book a trip while in Bariloche?

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posted
29-Nov-2009 08:10
by: roderv »

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29-Nov-2009 13:05
by: trekker502 »

3 replies , 54 views location: Peru

Looking for advice on trips to the Amazon in Peru

Hi All,

I am looking for some advice on trips to the Amazon in Peru. I will be in Peru for a month in January / February.
I understand this is around the end of the rainy season, will this have a huge impact?

What are the best options for trips into the jungle?
Someone on there suggested Puerto Maldonado because of the ease of access from Cuzco.

Anyone who has done a trip into the jungle : What is involved? What should I expect?
Also what is the cost?

Thanks in advance for the advice!

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posted
29-Nov-2009 07:50
by: lesoliver »

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29-Nov-2009 08:56
by: NorthAmerican »

1 replies , 33 views location: Argentina

Month in Argentina Jan/Feb

Greetings -- first post here so not sure I'm in the right place. I'm new to the solo world travel experience and I am traveling to Argentina for a month in Jan/Feb. I know I want to start off in BA for about 2 weeks (Jan. 18-31) and take Spanish lessons, but then I want to travel around the country and see the highlights and absorb the culture. Looking for ideas on places to go, things to do and how long to stay in each place after BA. Right now, I'm thinking, Barloche, El Calafate, Mendoza and then end in Catamarca (for a friend's wedding on Feb. 13). Depart BA on Feb. 15. Open to any adventures -- hiking, sailing, rafting, biking, drinking wine,... Any suggestions?

Thanks so much!

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posted
29-Nov-2009 07:08
by: tomopdebeeck »

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29-Nov-2009 11:01
by: vnrose »

1 replies , 27 views location: Chile & Easter Island

Christmas in Chile or Argentina ?

Where should we stay to celebrate Christmas (good hotel or hostel, nice town, lovely restaurant, ...) ? We are going south the carretera austral and in to Argentina. So we could go to :

  • Villa O'Higgins
  • El Chaltén
  • El Calafate
  • Puerto Natales

Where would you go ?

Thanks, Tom.

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posted
29-Nov-2009 07:06
by: tomopdebeeck »

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29-Nov-2009 07:06
by: tomopdebeeck »

0 replies , 14 views location: Argentina

Christmas in Patagonia

Where should we stay to celebrate Christmas (good hotel or hostel, nice town, lovely restaurant, ...) ? We are going south the carretera austral and in to Argentina. So we could go to :

  • Villa O'Higgins (Chile)
  • El Chaltén
  • El Calafate
  • Puerto Natales

Where would you go ?

Thanks, Tom.

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posted
29-Nov-2009 07:00
by: deep78 »

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29-Nov-2009 13:22
by: tforinger »

2 replies , 43 views location: Peru

Looking for a Full Day Tour of Nazca Lines from Lima

Can Anyone please suggest a Full Day tour of Nazca Lines from Lima? I was looking at Rundomundo Travel Agency but I am not sure on how reputable they are. If anyone knows a good tour group for this experience, can you please respond?

Thanks
Deep

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posted
29-Nov-2009 06:45
by: gwong »

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29-Nov-2009 06:45
by: gwong »

0 replies , 12 views location: Brazil

Pousada in Sao Luis do Paraitingo

Has anyone stayed over at Paraitingo? How was it? Any pousada's to recommend (preferably English speaking)? THinking of checking last day of carnival here on Feb 15..

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posted
29-Nov-2009 06:39
by: brasiguayo »

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29-Nov-2009 09:23
by: klaush »

2 replies , 53 views location: Colombia

Moving to Bogota

Hello,

I'm planning to move to Bogota next year and I'm starting to make my lists of things to bring, put in storage and get rid of. I read an atricle that says that plasma TV's don't work properly at altitudes of 2,000 meters above sea level. Does anyone knoe if plasma TV's work properly in Bogota? I'm sure that there are HDTV's in Bogota, so are they all LCD/LED models?

Thanks

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