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“Apart from my Antarctic and Galapagos trips ( the latter also amazing), I spent about 7 weeks backpacking and bussing northwards from Ushuaia through Chile and some of Argentina, staying in hostals and experiencing as much of the local culture, countryside and people as possible - watching, talking and listening and looking. I left Australia knowing very little of Sth America with a vague understanding of the history and politics. I feel now I have a much better understanding of the indigenous peoples, the invasion by the Europeans and the ongoing exploitation, on many levels, that is occurring there. The majority of people are hardworking, stoic and mostly positive in their existence to improve their lives.
South of Pedro Montt is like an emerging frontier of Chile (where the remaining indigenous peoples remain unacknowledged) with exciting mountains, lagos, birds and guanocos, and rivers. I did not venture north of Santiago. In my opinion, Santiago is just another city. Valparaiso is energetic, alive, edgy and exciting - a great city to finish my first visit to Sth America, but not my last.”
Were you satisfied with the efforts taken to minimize environmental impacts during your trip?
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“We are so thankful to have chosen Chimu Adventures, who organised a wonderfully planned and personalised tour for us. The arrangements for all our flights, accommodation, pickups, and drop-offs were flawless, and all our local tour guides were friendly, helpful, and knowledgeable. The drivers were punctual and skilled, ensuring smooth travel throughout. South America has captured our hearts, and we’re already dreaming of returning to explore other remarkable destinations.”
Were you satisfied with the efforts taken to minimize environmental impacts during your trip?
Were you educated about the local cultures and customs during your trip? If yes, please share your experiences.
“I only visited Buenos Aires and Ushuaia, however, I found them both to be lovely, particularly Buenos Aires. Its beautiful architecture, tree-lined streets and friendly soul was very enjoyable.”
