Andean Trails

09/04/2025

Pam and Paul are just back home after three weeks in Chile.

"We made it Kathy!!!! Returned home yesterday.. I’m walking like John Wayne but we’re both exhilarated by awesomeness of Patagonia ( literally) and our whole 3 week trip and look forward to chatting with you soon re all things Chile"

What fabulous autumn weather for their self guided trek in Torres del Paine National Park.

Thanks so much for your feedback and photos Pam and Paul. What a great adventure.

04/04/2025

Tova and Ilan are just back from an amazing trip to South America. Their adventure took them from Argentina through Peru, Ecuador, and the Galapagos Islands before reaching their final destination of Brazil.

They made our day in the office when they sent in this great feedback and some fantastic photos!

“Thank you, Tom, and the Andean Trails team, for planning and executing for us 60 days of pure sublime experience in South America.

The amount of detail in such an itinerary is enormous and we really felt the effort you invested to make sure that the outcome would be the best it could be...and it was.

It felt as if you also succeeded in arranging the wonderful weather we had all along the journey!

The local agents and guides you chose for us in each country were all nothing short of the best- professional and kind service, and always with a smile.

The amount of wonderful experiences we had is enormous and we still relive them each time we go through the photos and/or describe them to our family and friends.

It was sheer joy from day one up to the last one!”

Thanks for your lovely comments, Tova and Ilan! We’re really happy that everything worked out so well.

02/04/2025

From strengthening community bonds in Ecuador to supporting disadvantaged children in Peru, and bringing books to a remote village in Guyana: we're proud to contribute to these incredible projects, fostering stronger community connections, enabling children to thrive, and sharing the joy of reading.

Congratulations to everyone involved in these projects on their amazing achievements.

Find out more about these projects and others we support at: https://www.andeantrails.co.uk/about-andean-trails/community-projects-support-south-america/

28/03/2025

Nature lovers, you won’t want to miss our latest blog!

Andean Trails’ Tom is just back from Ecuador and wrote this fabulous blog about his stay in the magical Mindo cloud forest.

Wake up to lush greenery, mist-covered cloud forest, and the dawn chorus filled with the distinctive calls of toucans!

Read the full blog -toucans, birdwatching, nature reserves, cloud forest lodges, and more - and start planning your own cloud forest adventure!

https://www.andeantrails.co.uk/blog/birdwatching-toucans-mindo-ecuador/

27/03/2025

New dates added! Join us for a trek in the stunning Condoriri area of Bolivia.

Your chance to hike in the remote and pristine Bolivian Andes, surrounded by stunning peaks and glacial lakes.

Guaranteed departures in April, August and September, 2025.

https://www.andeantrails.co.uk/tour/hichukhota-condoriri-trek/

21/03/2025

Walk where dinosaurs roamed millions of years ago!

Join us on this 3-day adventure to Torotoro National Park in Bolivia, and experience a world of canyons, caves, and thousands of dinosaur footprints!

Confirmed departure 14-16 May, 2025.

More info here: https://www.andeantrails.co.uk/tour/torotoro-national-park/

Contact us about our other Bolivia trips:
https://www.andeantrails.co.uk/destination/bolivia-holidays-tours/

18/03/2025

All ready for your trip to South America but still have a few questions about how much to tip your guide?

Our latest blogs on tipping have all the info you need wherever you’re headed!

https://www.andeantrails.co.uk/blog/tipping-gratuity-guide-bolivia/
https://www.andeantrails.co.uk/blog/guide-tipping-gratuities-chile/
https://www.andeantrails.co.uk/blog/peru-tipping-gratuity-guide/
https://www.andeantrails.co.uk/blog/tipping-gratuity-guide-argentina/
https://www.andeantrails.co.uk/blog/guide-tipping-gratuities-ecuador/

12/03/2025

Ecuador's Cloudforest offers a large number of well placed lodges and Tom has written a round up for us after his recent trip there.

https://www.andeantrails.co.uk/blog/best-cloud-forest-lodges-ecuador/

Just 2 hours from Quito, this part of Ecuador is well worth visiting for anybody with an interest in bird watching (with jaw dropping amounts of species to spot!) but also those keen on nature, walks (for all levels) and waterfall swims.

Mindo is a bustling little town, in the heart of the cloud forest, offering wonderful adventures as well as chocolate and coffee experiences.

And if you time your visit right (November, December usually), you may just spot the Spectacled Bear (yes, Paddington!) in the forests.

07/03/2025

Looking for a holiday that's anything but ordinary?

Join us on an amazing journey into the heart of Brazil's Pantanal!

We take care of everything from transportation to accommodation so you can focus on exploring this wildlife paradise.

Confirmed departure September 7, 2025.

06/03/2025

Deb and Lisa are just back from their tailor-made Patagonia trip. They shared their amazing feedback and a couple of lovely pics with us!

“There were so many highlights! The summits and glacier excursions were magnificent. We were blessed with great weather most of the time. Having our own guide in Chalten was great and our guide was fantastic!"

"There were a lot of details to this trip and they all came together nicely. The accommodations were very good. Guides were wonderful. Food was amazing -everything homemade."

"We found Andean Trails online and the e-reviews were good and prices reasonable. It was a leap of faith that paid off."

"Patagonia has been a “bucket list” trip for me. It was everything I hoped it would be! Thank you so much for bringing this experience to me”

It was our pleasure, Deb! Thanks for choosing Andean Trails.

03/03/2025

La Vida es un Carnaval - sung by the great Celia Cruz ... what better way to spend this Monday thinking of warm and sunny carnival celebrations!

Súper Sábado Sensacional es el programa de variedades con mayor raiting de la televisión venezolana. Con casi 40 años al aire, este gran magazine ha sufrido ...

27/02/2025

Tomorrow sees the beginning of the famous Rio Carnival, which takes in every corner of the city with its colourful parades and plenty of Samba!

Carnival is not just Rio though! Next Monday and Tuesday will bring a day off for most of South America, celebrating the festival with typical foods, regional traditions, parades and costumes before Ash Wednesday arrives.

Feliz Carnaval!

The Brazilian celebration of culture kicks off this weekend

21/02/2025

Calling all nature lovers! We're excited to announce our confirmed departures to the incredible Manu National Park in the Peruvian Amazon.

Get ready to explore one of the world's most biodiverse rainforests!

7 days, guaranteed departures: 27 June and 12 September

For more info: https://www.andeantrails.co.uk/tour/camping-manu-national-park/

11/02/2025

Dreaming of an exotic escape?

Our guaranteed small group tours to Guyana ensure you won't miss out on this incredible country.

Untamed beauty, wonderful wildlife, and vibrant culture.

Explore the wonders of this captivating country with peace of mind, led by expert local guides.

05/02/2025

A thrilling, traffic-free 1,500m/4,920ft descent over 29km, from the peak of La Suiza to the steamy town of Ulva?

Yes please, Baños, Ecuador!

Oh, and thanks for the orchids, wine, hummingbirds, and chocolate en route.

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02/02/2025

The beautiful mountains, lakes, and valleys around Ecuador's Quilotoa region.

Not a bad start to a seven-day MTB ride through the Valley of the Volcanoes.

02/02/2025

Hungry after a rapid downhill ride? Choices...choices....

02/02/2025

What a way to swing by Quito. The best views from the city's teleférico.