Laguna Paron in Huaraz is one of the most beautiful sights you will see in all of South America. For people who love nature, hiking, and the great outdoors, Paron is a perfect choice for a day trip from Huaraz.… Read More Laguna Paron: Guide to Huaraz’s Most Famous Day Trip
One of the biggest things I missed my first couple of times around in Peru was the famed Colca Canyon. This stunning region close to Arequipa is one of the top attractions for travelers passing through Peru’s White City. It’s easy to see why, considering that Colca Canyon is the world’s third deepest canyon, offers… Read More Colca Canyon: Should You Do A 2-Day Or 3-Day Trek?
The mountainous region around Huaraz is among the most beautiful in the world. You can see the peaks from the city, but you’ll want to dive into the mountains to truly experience the wonders. Here are some of the best day trips from Huaraz.… Read More The Best Day Trips From Huaraz, Peru
The hike up to Laguna Churup was one of my favorite day trips in Huaraz. You will get an abundance of incredible views and some much needed practice for Huaraz’s more challenging treks. Best of all, you’ll be back in Huaraz by lunchtime. Laguna Churup is conveniently located only an hour from Huaraz, making it… Read More The Ultimate Guide To Hiking Laguna Churup in Huaraz, Peru
At 5,150 meters (16,900 feet) above sea level, Huascaran National Park’s Nevado San Mateo is a challenging but attainable way to cross off a 5,000 meter summit off of your list. The variety of terrain and stunning views from the summit make it an excellent option for the adventurous traveler going through Huaraz. It is… Read More The Complete Guide To Summiting Nevado San Mateo in Peru
As a backpacker with a love for all things outdoors, Huaraz was like paradise to me. This region of Peru has mountain ranges that will rival any across the world. Sparkling lagunas, snow-capped summits, multi-day treks, Huaraz had me on my feet chasing views nearly every day of the week. The Cordillera Blanca and Huascaran… Read More Where To Stay in Huaraz, Peru
Let me start this off by saying that this hike is not for the faint of heart. I struggled monumentally on this hike and consider myself to be a pretty avid hiker. Laguna 69 lies at 4,600 meters above sea level (15,000 feet), meaning that the altitude, weather, and conditions can all play a big… Read More The Complete Guide to Hiking Laguna 69 in Peru
The small island of Isla de la Plata is about an hour by boat from mainland Ecuador. It is often known as the Poor Man’s Galapagos. Considering that I was indeed a poor man who could not afford to go to the Galapagos, that title is very fitting. However, for the price of around $40-50,… Read More What To Expect On A Tour To Isla de la Plata | Ecuador
After experiencing the hustle and bustle of Quito for almost a week, there was nothing more that I wanted to do than disconnect and isolate myself in the mountains for a while. The goal of my South American journey was to do as much hiking as I could, and although Quito is beautiful and has… Read More How To Hike the Laguna del Quilotoa to Chugchilan Loop | Ecuador
An All-American Road Trip calls for some All-American stops. Although I encourage exploring other countries and cultures as often as I can, sometimes it’s true that there’s no place like home. The gorgeous scenery and vast untamed stretches of land make a West Coast road trip an adventure unlike any other. The hardest part is… Read More 25 Stops To Hit On A West Coast American Road Trip