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Category Archives: Trekking
W-Trek: EcoCamp vs. Las Torres
There are a few options for hiking the 5-Day W-Trek: A couple of basic differences between the options: Here is a map of the W-Trek. EcoCamp is right next to Hotel Las Torres (and Welcome Center) in the Central Sector. … Continue reading
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Peru: Luxury Lodge Salkantay Trek – Day 1
Schedule Ruins Lunch Day 1 Hike to Salkantay Lodge Salkantay Lodge Dinner
Peru: Luxury Lodge Salkantay Trek – Preparation
What you need to know for your Salkantay Trek to Machu Picchu! More on the Luxury Lodge Trek: 1) BRIEFING: There will be a briefing with your guide and the rest of the group on the evening before your trek … Continue reading
Patagonia W-Trek Mountain Huts
You can stay at mountain hut refugios while hiking on the W-Trek. Here are the available huts: Central Sector Frances (French) Sector Paine Grande Sector Cuernos Sector Chileno Sector Central Sector Offering mixed dormitory rooms with bunk beds for 6 … Continue reading
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Dolomites: Hiking Cinque Torri
The Cinque Torri (or “5 Towers”) is between Corvara and Cortina. It can be visited in a day trip or spend the night at one of the 4 rifugios in the area. The views are amazing, and the Cinque Torri … Continue reading
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Explore Patagonia with EcoCamp EcoDomes
EcoCamp is located near the Visitor’s Center in Torres del Paine near the trailhead for the Towers. The most popular itinerary is to do 5-7 days in Patagonia with the EcoDomes as a base and do hiking or other excursions … Continue reading
EcoCamp Patagonia Now Open In Winter!
Attention all adventure-seekers! We are so excited to announce that EcoCamp Patagonia is now officially open during Chile’s winter season. It’s the perfect chance to have that big, beautiful and snowy landscape all to yourself! Keep reading and learn what … Continue reading
7 Hikes You Can’t Miss Near Santiago, Chile PART 2
Continuing on from our last post, here are the final of our top favorite, can’t-miss hikes to do around Santiago, Chile! 7 Hikes You Can’t Miss Near Santiago, Chile PART 1:1) Aguas de Ramon2) Mirador de Los Condores3) Cerro Manquehue4) … Continue reading
7 Hikes You Can’t Miss Near Santiago, Chile PART 1
In Chile, hiking is not limited to just the Patagonian region! Many parts of the country have great trails to check out, including in the Central Valley. This region offers a distinct type of climate and landscape, along with beautiful … Continue reading
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10 Must-Do Hikes Around Cusco PART 3
The nature surrounding Cusco, Peru is some of the most astounding in the World. Complete with snow-capped peaks, deep sprawling valleys, roaring rivers, ancient buildings, and colorful sunsets and sunrises. These magical landscapes in and around Cusco are ones you’ll … Continue reading