Casa del Arbol: Best Day Hike from Baños to the Famous Swing

Hike to Casa del Arbol alias Hike to the Swing at the End of the World is one of the must-do things when visiting Baños, Ecuador. In our travel guide, we share with you tips on how to get to Casa del Arbol, one of the most iconic spots in the area, how much things cost, and in general, we cover everything you should know before the hike.

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Best Things to Do in Otavalo, Ecuador

Otavalo is a famous market town in the north of Ecuador, sitting 2500 meters above sea level surrounded by lush green hills. We've created a travel guide on the best things to do in Otavalo, including the Saturday market, Laguna Cuicocha hike, and Peguche waterfall. What to do in Otavalo, where to stay, or how to get there? We've got you covered.

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What to Do in Riobamba, Ecuador: Travel Guide

Read our personally curated travel guide to Riobamba, a city in Ecuador. Riobamba offers a large number of things to do, indigenous culture, and many options on one-day trips. In this travel guide, we share tips on top attractions, the best things to do in Riobamba, and practical information on where to stay, what to pack, and how to get to Riobamba.

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Best Things to Do in Baños, Ecuador

Baños de Agua Santa is one of the most laidback towns in Ecuador, set in lush green scenery. It is also one of the top travel destinations in the country. In this Baños travel guide, we share our tips on the best things to do in Baños on a budget, top attractions, and activities, including the famous hot springs, waterfalls, and Casa del Arbol.

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Galapagos Islands Packing List Guide: Everything You Need to Pack

We've created this ultimate Galapagos Islands Packing List to help you prepare for the trip of your lifetime. No matter if you will be spending a week or more on a cruise ship or planning on exploring the islands when based on land, our guide will help you figure out what to pack and what to leave behind.

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A Practical Guide on Where to Stay on the Galapagos Islands for Every Budget

Galapagos Islands are one of the top world's destinations, and finding the right accommodation can be a daunting task. Our travel guide on where to stay on the Galapagos Islands will help you find the best hotel or hostel no matter if you are a budget traveler or looking for an upscale place to enjoy this paradise. So what are the best hotels in the Galapagos and where should you stay?

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Cajas National Park Hike: Best One Day Trip from Cuenca, Ecuador

A day hike in Cajas National Park is one of the best things you can do while visiting UNESCO city Cuenca. Our Cajas National Park travel guide includes tips on how to get there from Cuenca, what to pack, how much things cost, or where to stay - we've got you covered.

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A Guide to Hiking the Salkantay Trek, Peru

Salkantay Trek is one of the best multi-day hikes in Peru that will take you from Cusco to Aguas Calientes, a gateway to Machu Picchu. Our Salkantay Trek travel guide includes everything you need to know; practical information, itinerary, useful tips, facts, trail length, difficulty, altitude, and also our experience with Alpaca Expeditions.

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Ultimate Guide to Pacaya Samiria National Reserve, Peru

Read our travel guide on camping in Pacaya Samiria National Reserve, Peru. We share tips on how to visit Amazon in Peru and how to get to Pacaya Samiria from Iquitos, what to see, activities, wildlife, how to choose the best tour, where to stay, what to pack, when to visit, how many days you need, and things to know.

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Colca Canyon Day Trip: Is It Worth It?

Colca Canyon, near Arequipa, is one of the top attractions in Peru. Our Colca Canyon travel guide features tips on visiting one of the world's deepest canyons and answers the question if Colca Canyon is worth visiting on a day tour from Arequipa or two to three days hiking trip. Including things to do, trails, how to choose a tour company, how to get there, and where to stay.

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