Do not skip the national reserve of Paracas

PeruBy Esther Ruiterman10 June 2024Leave a comment

As I hop on the bus departing from Lima, it feels like my travel adventure is now actually beginning. Islas Ballestas Most people visit Paracas for the Islas Ballestas, an island group with the nickname “the poor man’s Galapagos islands”. For 40 soles one the many agencies take you on a 2 hour boat tour…

Start of South America trip – arriving in Lima

PeruBy Esther Ruiterman9 June 20242 Comments

A month ago life decided I suddenly have an open calendar. For me that translated into a direct opportunity for long-term travel, the only question was where? Considering multiple destinations with its pros and cons, the winner was South America. South America has always been on my to-go list, but the long distances and travel…