Useful Links
Something we found really helpful when planning this trip was advice on actual hostels, tour companies, etc. from people who had actually been there.
We have decided to compile a list of anything that we especially liked or found useful throughout our trip.
Colombia:
Casa de Nelly- Lovely hostal with great staff and food in San Agustin http://www.hosteltrail.com/hotelcasadenelly/
Ecuador:
La Luna- Excellent hostal to experience the Otavalo countryside www.hostallaluna.com
La Posada de Tigua- Great family run place in Tigua on the Quilotoa Loop. Great homemade food and experience life on a dairy farm www.laposadadetigua.com
The Secret Garden Cotopaxi – Great relaxing place to explore the Cotopaxi National Park www.secretgardencotopaxi.com
Casa Hood- Excellent food in Baños (Martinez at Halflants)
Probici- The best tour we have done, mountain biking down Volcan Chimborazo. Galo is a fantastic tour guide www.probici.com
Rendez-Vous – Lovely relaxing place to stay in Vilcabamba with delicious home made bread for breakfast www.rendezvousecuador.com
Peru:
Galaxia tours - Highly recommended for the Santa Cruz trek www.galaxia-expeditions.com
Peru treks- Well run local company for the inca trail www.perutreks.com
Bolivia:
Las Olas – Great eco cabins in Copacabana with amazing views over Lake Titicaca www.hostallasolas.com
Wasi-Masi – Great relaxing hostal in Sucre. Excellent value for money and friendly staff www.wasi-masi.com
Sur bike – Great way to see the surrounding vineyards of Tarija. Ernest is very helpful, bikes are in great condition and all safety/repair equipment is supplied www.surbike.net
Vertigo biking – If you are looking for a company to cycle the worlds most dangerous road use this one. Excellent bikes and safety equipment and the best value for money www.vertigobiking.com
Hi guys,
I have been following your blog since the very beginning and your trip has inspired me to begin planning a trip of my own. I was wondering if I could email you a few questions about how you planned your trip (i.e. finances, decision making, safety, what you packed, etc.) If either of you would be willing to shoot me an email, I would REALLY appreciate it.
I hope you enjoy the rest of your trip!
Jillian