Last Frontiers

09/09/2021

Search "fog oases" for a fascinating article from and researchers from Peru and Chile on the secret fog oases along Latin America's Pacific coast. We can take you there!

17/09/2020

29/05/2020

We love helping our clients plan trips and realise that many are put off even thinking about a holiday by the current uncertainty, so we have decided to introduce what we think is the simplest and most flexible booking policy in the industry:⁠
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07/04/2020

We may not be able to get to Latin America right now, but we can still bring you a taste of Peru with this Pisco Sour recipe.

01/05/2019

Lizzy is off to Costa Rica next Saturday!

She has some slightly more unusual activites planned and is really excited to return to such a fantastic country.

The trip has been based around hiking trails in the south east of the country so she will be arriving to remote lodges on foot, a truly special experience.

She is hoping to glimpse a humpback whale in the Marino Ballena National Park, although the best time to see whales is July to April! Fingers crossed for a sighting!

Here are some of the views and wildlife Lizzy can look forward to!

25/04/2019

Happy World Penguins Day

There are actually 10 different species of penguins which can be found in South America and Antarctica; Emperor, King, Gentoo, Adelie, Chinstrap, Magellanic, Macaroni, Humbolt, Rockhopper and Galapagos.

21/04/2019

Happy Easter!

Did you know that Easter Island was named by its first recorded European visitor in 1722? Dutch explorer Jacob Roggeveen came across this remote island by accident on Easter Sunday (5 April 1722) and so named it Paasch-Eyland (meaning Easter Island in Dutch). The island has since become a travel destination despite its isolated position, famous for its stone moai statues. Estimated dates for the original settlers on the island range from 300 to 1200 AD. The moai figures are estimated to have been carved between 1250 - 1500 AD.

20/04/2019

Need some inspiration for your next Easter holiday? This article highlights some of the best areas of Latin America to visit over the Easter break:

https://www.lastfrontiers.com/articles/view/the-easter-collection-from-last-frontiers

The Easter period is the ideal time to visit a number of areas in South and Central America and we have put together a collection of some of our favourite destinations that lend themselves perfectly to a 2-3 week trip.

17/04/2019

Happy World Malbec Day!

The Malbec grape is native to Cahors in the South of France. It was taken over to Argentina in 1852 where it has since flourished. Argentina is now the world's largest producer of Malbec and has 76,700 hectares dedicated to Malbec vines. The three main regions are Mendoza, San Juan and Salta.

The good news is that Malbec can be paired with many dishes but more specifically red meat, blue cheese and mushrooms.

https://www.lastfrontiers.com/argentina/regions/mendoza

09/04/2019

Our favourite Blue Planet live episode, episode 1 is still available on iPlayer for another 14 days.

The close ups of the grey whales in Magdalena Bay, Mexico, is the highlight for us!

https://www.bbc.co.uk/programmes/p0722s35

In an exciting week of programmes, Blue Planet Live explores the health of our oceans.

29/03/2019

Last week we sent out one of our quarterly newsletters. We included Sue and Hannah's articles from their recent trips to Peru and Galapagos.

Do have a read by following the links below.

Sue revisits Peru and stays in Explora Valle Sagrado: https://www.lastfrontiers.com/articles/view/sue-in-peru-explora-valle-sagrado-october-2018

Hannah - Galapagos - by land or sea? https://www.lastfrontiers.com/articles/view/hannah-galapagos-land-or-sea

If you would like to join our mailing list so you don't miss out on the next one follow this link and sign up at the bottom of the page: https://www.lastfrontiers.com/

24/03/2019

Recently spotted, a rare bombus dahlbomiia. This is one of the world's largest bees which is very close to extinction and can only be found in a few places. One of these places is Bosque Piedra on Chiloé Island, Chile.

Chiloé Island, Chile: https://www.lastfrontiers.com/chile/regions/chiloe-island

Picture credit to JJ.

20/03/2019

An idea for something a bit different, self-driving around the Yucatan region in Mexico.

Don't miss:
- staying on the Island of Holbox, a 1 hour ferry ride from Chiquila.
- having a guided excursion to the famous Maya site of Chichén Itzá
- stopping off at the Sian Ka'an biosphere reserve
- taking in the colonial cities of Campeche and Mérida
- making the most of some beach time along the Riviera Maya

Here are some pictures from a recent trip, big thank you to VB and JW for sharing them with us.

For more information on Mexico please see our website: https://www.lastfrontiers.com/mexico

17/03/2019

Just a one hour ferry ride from Buenos Aires, Colonia del Sacramento in Uruguay makes a great day trip destination. Swap the hustle and bustle of Buenos Aires with this wonderfully peaceful town, even if it's just for a couple of hours. Car enthusiasts will enjoy spotting the vintage cars parked in the streets surrounding the historic quarter. Some of which are for decorative purposes only and have boots filled with plants!

https://www.lastfrontiers.com/uruguay/regions/colonia-and-surrounds

Many thanks and photo credit to AP for sharing these wonderful pictures with us (more to come soon!).

15/03/2019

This beautiful photo of an Victoria amazonica water lily was taken at Karanambu Lodge in Guyana. The water lily is the national flower of Guyana and was originally named Victoria regia after Queen Victoria. The lilies only open twice, at dusk, on two consecutive nights. The first time they open they are completely white (and female). On the second evening they have a hint of pink in the centre (and are male). The centres of the lilies are slightly warm to attract the beetles which pollinate them.

https://www.lastfrontiers.com/hotels/guianas/the-rupununi-savannas/karanambu

Picture credit to RV and PV.

07/03/2019

A lovely video from National Geographic covering the Galapagos Islands.

See our webpage for more information on visitng the Galapagos: https://www.lastfrontiers.com/galapagos

05/03/2019

The Falkland Islands are full of incredible wildlife and scenery.

It is possible to island hop between the islands or visit as part of a cruise. Usually people choose to combine the Falkland Islands with a trip to Antarctica.

We recommend reading...
South: The Endurance Expedition, Ernest Shackleton - The story of Shackleton's second expedition to the South Pole in 1914, as told by the man himself. The plan was to become the first to traverse the trans-atlantic crossing, but it soon became survival.

For more inspiration see https://www.lastfrontiers.com/articles/view/antarctica-falklands-recommended-reading or look at our sample itineraries https://www.lastfrontiers.com/falkland-islands/itineraries

28/02/2019

Colourful Guatemala!

26/02/2019

Possibly the greatest game of hide and seek ever - A species of giant tortoise thought to have been extinct for around 110 years has been found on the Galapagos island of Fernandina! Conservationists are excited at the breeding prospects, as other track marks nearby suggest that more species may exist on the island.

https://www.nationalgeographic.com/animals/2019/02/extinct-fernandina-giant-tortoise-found/

The Fernandina giant tortoise disappeared more than 100 years ago. Now there is hope its population could return.

15/02/2019

Beautiful Nicaragua is back on the map!

This lesser known neighbour to Costa Rica has plenty to offer.

Top 3 must sees:
1. Granada, a colourful colonial town full of character, with a number of fine churches.
2. Ometepe Island, was formed by two volcanoes, Concepcion and Madera, rising up in the waters of Lake Nicaragua.
3. Corn Islands, renowned for their pristine white beaches and undisturbed coral reefs.

Take a look at our 12 day sample itinerary to Nicaragua for more ideas: https://www.lastfrontiers.com/itineraries/classic-nicaragua

The FCO have changed their advice and no longer advises against all but essential travel to Nicaragua.

12/02/2019

Happy Darwin Day!

Darwin travelled extensively around Latin America and although he is most well know for his work in the Galapagos Islands he was extremely fond of the time he spent in Patagonia.

“In calling up images of the past, I find that the plains of Patagonia frequently cross before my eyes.” Darwin

Did you Know?
1. Darwin dropped out of medical school as he hated the sight of blood
2. He ate exotic animals including armadillo and puma
3. Darwin is buried in Westminster Abbey
4. Jane Austen replaced Darwin on the £10 note in 2017
5. Darwin married his cousin Emma Wedgewood
6. Charels Darwin was born on the same day as Abraham Lincoln, February 12, 1809.

https://www.lastfrontiers.com/itineraries/southern-grand-tour

07/02/2019

Spotted yesterday in Torres del Paine national park on the transfer out, a puma just crossing the road!

Puma tracking is growing in popularity and as pumas are getting more used to humans, sightings are becoming more frequent. Although, as this video shows sometimes you can just be very lucky!

Thank you for sharing such a great video with us!

https://www.lastfrontiers.com/chile/regions/torres-del-paine

30/01/2019

Ben Fogle's new series of Lives in the Wild is available. Episode 8 takes him into the heart of the Brazilian Amazon.

Catch up on My5, or 5Select on Monday at 10pm: https://www.my5.tv/ben-fogle-new-lives-in-the-w…/…/episode-8

Find out about visiting Brazil with us: https://www.lastfrontiers.com/brazil

24/01/2019

Ed and Emily are busy in the office today preparing for their talk at Destinations on Thursday next week.

Find out more about their talk and Destinations here: https://www.destinationsshow.com/presentation/patagonia-beaten-track

09/01/2019

The Last Frontiers team will be at the Destinations Travel Show at London Olympia (Thursday 31 January to Sunday 3 February from 10am to 5.30pm).

Come and find us at stand AC52 and pop in to see Emily and Ed's talk: 'Patagonia - off the beaten track' in the Meet the Experts Theatre 1 at 2.45pm on the Thursday.

https://www.destinationsshow.com/presentation/patagonia-beaten-track

Photo: Mt. Fitz Roy courtesy of JO and ZB.

04/01/2019

When visiting Peru, Machu Picchu is very much a must but alongside this ancient citadel there is a miriad of options which shouldn't be forgotten. Here are some of the things Lizzy got up to on her last visit to Peru.

04/01/2019

It really is worth a visit when you are in Buenos Aires. There is a little cafe at the back, where the stage would be!

31/12/2018

Happy New Year!

Let's hope every day in 2019 is as great as this day in Futaleufu, Chile!

A morning fly-fishing lesson followed by a thrilling afternoon paddle down the Blue River!

25/12/2018

Merry Christmas from all at Last Frontiers, and all these adorable sealions in the Galapagos! I just couldn’t choose my favourite picture so here are my favourite 8! All taken by Hannah on her recent trip to the Galapagos.

24/12/2018

Happy Christmas Eve!

These wonderful wintery photos were recently taken by some clients in Antarctica! They were really lucky with some lovely sunny weather and plenty of penguins!