Exploring Ecuador’s Cajas National Park
Clouds hung low over the mountains above Cuenca, clinging to the lush vegetation and damp rocks. Our bus wound up the road en route to Guayaquil, but we were prepared…
Rainbow Mountain Tour: The Magical Mountain of the Andes
Machu Picchu isn’t the only reason to visit Cusco. Other ruins, the culture, and the beautiful mountains surrounding the city offer incredible experiences, and Rainbow Mountain is one that shouldn’t…
Humantay Lake Hike: A Beautiful Adventure in the Andes
The stretch of the Andes Mountains that surrounds Cusco is absolutely breathtaking, making it a must to go out and see if you are in the area. We can’t all…
Pisac Ruins: Walking the Agricultural Terraces and Stairs of the Incas
Cusco’s Sacred Valley is full of ancient sites that represent the rich history of the Incan civilization that occupied the area beginning around 700 years ago. There are many ruins…
Pastoruri Glacier: Touring Through Huascarán National Park
If you want to sit amongst the tallest peaks in Peru and admire the beauty of the Andes Mountains, Huaraz is the place for you. There is no shortage of…
Laguna Wilcacocha: Acclimating to Huaraz
Taxi drivers jangled their keys and badges in front of our faces, tour company representatives pushed wrinkled brochures into our hands, and all of the passengers shoved past each other…
Winter Camping up Poudre Canyon: An Igloo Under the Stars
Yes, summer camping is great. But who says the fun has to end when the snow falls? If you know how to prepare, winter camping can be a blast because…
The Hike to Gocta Waterfall: An Excursion into the Amazon
Water plunges 771 meters, over 2,500 feet, off the top of Gocta Waterfall, making it one of the tallest in the world. We weren’t quite sure what to expect when…
Escapades in Escalante, Utah: Three Incredible Day Hikes
Utah draws in swarms of people year round, and for good reason. With the extensive beauty of the vibrant orange desert landscape that meets various lakes, pine forests, and even…