7 Things to Do in Puerto Iguazú
After three long days of bus travel, we hopped off in Puerto Iguazú excited to be exploring the jungle for Lia’s birthday. The great Iguazú Falls draw people from all…
Things to Do in Samaipata, Bolivia
We spent a lot of time in Bolivia and were undoubtedly glad that we made the stop to peaceful Samaipata. Amidst many adventures in the country’s higher and colder altiplano,…
Samaipata: A Guide to a Quiet Bolivian Jungle Town
Samaipata was a much needed breath of fresh air after time in the bustling city of Santa Cruz de la Sierra. As a gateway to many jungle adventures in Amboro…
Amboró National Park: Giant Fern Excursion
The Amazon Rainforest holds an unimaginable amount of wildlife and beautiful scenery, and people travel from near and far to get a glimpse of it. When people think of the…
A Day in the Botanical Gardens of Santa Cruz, Bolivia
It was Valentine’s Day, and walking through the botanical gardens of Santa Cruz was the perfect way for us to spend it. Santa Cruz de la Sierra lies close to…
Coroico Cascadas: Chasing Waterfalls in Bolivia’s Jungles
We woke up to a heavy rain, but it didn’t deter our mission to find the Coroico Cascadas. At the time of our visit, there was very little certainty on…
Coroico, Bolivia: A City Guide
Coroico is a popular getaway spot for those living in La Paz. And although it is often overlooked by foreigners who mostly only end up here for a short time…
Cerro Uchumachi: Hiking High Above Coroico
There are many adventures to be had directly from Coroico, making this little town a great place to spend some time exploring the jungle. Climbing Uchumachi peak makes for a…
Samaipata Animal Refuge: A Second Chance at Zoologico el Refugio
Animal refuges have sprung up in the various jungle regions of Bolivia to help orphaned or illegally captured exotic Bolivian wildlife. During our stay in Samaipata, we headed just outside…