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TRAVEL GUIDE SOUTH AMERICA

So far, we have explored South America, where Vicky lives, on three unforgettable trips. South America is a continent full of fascinating cultures, beautiful landscapes, and warm-hearted people. We explored the ruins of Machu Picchu in Peru, the Uyuni Salt desert in Bolivia and went up to the summit of the Christ the Redeemer statue in Rio de Janeiro. Find out more in South America travel guides

SOUTH AMERICA TRAVEL GUIDES

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Peru offers the most diverse culinary experience we’ve ever had. Its cuisine reflects the country’s rich history of migration, with Nikkei cuisine (Japanese influences), Chifa cuisine (Chinese influences), and Criolla

SOUTH AMERICA TRAVEL GUIDES - COMING SOON

Are you thinking about traveling to South America but don’t know where to go? We want to help you with some inspiration based on our travels. Currently, we have very detailed blog articles about Peru, but feel free to check out our short travel summaries for additional inspiration. If you have any questions, you can contact us through social media.

COLOMBIA AND PERU IN 2021

After visiting Costa Rica in Central America, we decided to travel together to South America. For me, Malte, it was my first time going there, and I was super nervous. Vicky and I hadn’t known each other for long, so this was a huge step. Before going to Peru, we visited Colombia together, specifically MedellĂ­n, Bogotá, Cartagena, Baru and Santa Marta. After that, we flew to Vicky’s country, Peru, where we visited Lima and Cusco. It was an unbelievable trip that motivated us to experience more of South America.

Church in Medellin, Colombia
Travel inspiration - Possible travel destination: Machu Picchu

ARGENTINA AND BRAZIL IN 2022

After being inspired by our first visit to South America, we set off on another trip the following year. This time, we chose Argentina and Brazil – an incredibly fascinating journey. From steaks, red wine, tango, and history in Buenos Aires to what are probably the most beautiful waterfalls in the world: the Iguazu Falls at the border of Argentina, Brazil, and Paraguay. A road trip to the south of Brazil, exciting days with plenty of Caipirinhas in Rio, and finally, Jericoacoara in northern Brazil. What a trip!

Castle Neuschwanstein
Iguazu falls

PERU AND BOLIVIA IN 2023

New year, new trip within South America. Malte chose a master’s thesis topic that made it possible to conduct research in Peru – what a master move. As a result, we stayed a long time in my hometown, Lima, with a nearly two-week break in Bolivia, where we visited La Paz, toured the Uyuni Desert on a 3-day, 2-night trip (Our booked tour), and explored Santa Cruz. Back in Peru, we flew to Mancora in the north to celebrate our birthdays and enjoy the stunning beaches.

Vicky in the Uyuni Salt desert
Malte in Uyuni Salt desert. Getting travel inspiration. Traveling as a couple with his girlfriend Vicky

PERU 2024

You might think that we have already seen everything in Peru, but that would be a misconception. Peru is so diverse that we will definitely return there together more often. In 2024, we started our trip again in Lima and tried more of Lima’s cuisine. Then we traveled to the south of Peru for the first time, visiting Arequipa followed by Cusco, from where we started the 4-day, 3-night Salkantay Trek to Machu Picchu.

We made it!!! What an unbelievable moment.
White city Arequipa