our big trip

our big trip

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Zuletzt in Zürich

Der Plan: Ab Mai 2018 für ein Jahr zu verreisen. Von Sri Lanka nach Südostasien und später nach Südamerika. Was daraus wurde? Lest selbst…  

Unsere Reise schön zusammengefasst - danke Jeannine *k*

Everything has an end...

On day 342, we landed in Zurich and our journey ends here. We were also excited to come home and are curious about what comes next.

Island life on Isabela

We had the opportunity to get to know the coziest of all the islands in the Galapagos on Isabela and were able to enjoy nature and the wildlife very intensively once again.

Hammerhead Shark Dive Safari - The Logbook

Diving in the remote waters around Wolf and Darwin Island in the Galapagos is a dream for many divers - and thanks to a last-minute offer, we were able to afford this unique...

San Cristobal - a great start on the Galapagos

We are almost at the end of our journey and have arrived on the long-awaited Galapagos Islands. The start in San Cristobal is great and we are excited about the flora and fauna...

Bathrooms: Nature, Adventure, and Something in Sight

Passing by Cotopaxi and the beautiful Quilotoa Lagoon, we found our way to the adventure capital of Baños and tried out a lot of things and enjoyed nature.

Quito and the Middle of the World

In Quito, we crossed the equator at the Middle of the World, strolled through the center, and enjoyed the view from the Basilica.

Beach vibes in Montañita

A few days of relaxation in Montañita have done us good, and of course we tried our luck on the surfboard again.

Citydays in beautiful and warm Lima

We spent two days in Lima in Miraflores, Barranco and the historic center. Although we like the city, we are already moving on to Ecuador. The grand finale awaits us.

Short trip to the Islas Ballestas and the Paracas National Reserve

The short detour to Paracas was worth it: on the Islas Ballestas, we observed many birds and some larger creatures - and in the national reserve, we visited barren coastal...

Pool days in the desert around Huacachina (Ica)

Our short stay in the oasis of Huacachina was characterized by Pisco, sand dunes, a refreshing pool, and loud nights at the party hostel Wild Rover.

«Flightseeing» over the Nazca Lines

Taking a scenic flight in a small plane over the Nazca Lines offered a great bird's-eye view of these mysterious ancient geoglyphs.

Condor Flight Show in Colca Canyon

The trip to Colca Valley was worth it because we were able to observe the condors very closely as they sailed by and spend a day in the best weather.

Cusco and the Monochrome Rainbow Mountain

Before and after the Inca Trail, we stayed in Cusco and visited the Rainbow Mountain on a day trip.

On the Inca Trail to Machu Picchu

For 4 days and 45 km, we followed the Inca Trail and finally reached our destination in Machu Picchu. It was an absolutely successful and unforgettable adventure!

Farewell at Lake Titicaca

We spent a few days bidding farewell to beautiful and diverse Bolivia on Lake Titicaca and the islands of the Sun and the Moon. Quiet, peaceful, and all this in glorious weather -...

Culture and Adventure in La Paz

La Paz offered a lot of culture and adventure in just a few days. We visited the carnival in Oruro, explored the huge city, and conquered the Death Road on bikes.

10 days at 'Chuchini' in the Bolivian Amazon

We enjoyed the Bolivian Amazon as tourists for three days and as volunteers for one week. The work was sometimes hard but fulfilling, and throughout the whole time, we enjoyed the...

Weekend in Samaipata

Get out of the city and go to Samaipata for an active weekend. From ruins to waterfalls to a challenging trek to see the condors, it had it all.

Sloths in Santa Cruz de la Sierra

In Santa Cruz de la Sierra, we discover new aspects of Bolivia - far away from the heights of the Altiplano. And we get to know a new local - the sloth, which can still be found...

Culture days in Sucre

After two days in the highest city in the world, we moved on to Sucre by bus. The capital of Bolivia - no, it is not La Paz - is located at around 2,700 meters above sea level...

Potosi and the mines in Cerro Rico

In Potosi, everything revolves around the mines in Cerro Rico and after careful consideration, we visited a tour - impressive but also somehow shocking.

From San Pedro de Atacama (Chile) through the rain and the salt flats to Uyuni (Bolivia)

Due to a lot of rain, we couldn't do much in San Pedro de Atacama and quickly moved on to Bolivia. After a three-day tour over the Andean passes, we arrived in the salt flats of...

Bizarre landscapes in the north of Argentina

For six days, we explored the north of Argentina and the area around Salta. First by rental car, then with a guided tour - both highly recommended. Breathtaking landscapes...

Wine without end in Mendoza

In Mendoza, we experience two different days in the world of wines and are especially enthusiastic about Finca Decero.

Greetings Rapa Nui

One week of Polynesian vibes on Easter Island simply enchanted us. There is so much to discover on Rapa Nui - we would have loved to stay longer.

Patagonian highlights in video

We have tried to pack all the highlights of our time in Patagonia into an attractive video.

Silvester und Seen in Bariloche

We celebrate improvised New Year's Eve in Bariloche and go on day trips to explore the breathtakingly beautiful lake landscape.

Walking & Hiking in Los Glacieres National Park

El Chalten is a paradise for hiking and climbing enthusiasts for good reason. But even after an extensive hike, the two well-known mountain peaks Cerro Torre and Cerro Fitz Roy...

Gletscher-Sightseeing at Perito Moreno

The next highlight of our trip was a visit to the Perito Moreno Glacier. As so often with a lot of luck with the weather and breathtaking scenes.

Torres del Paine National Park

In Torres del Paine, we experience two different days. First, the ascent to the three granite towers, the landmark of the park, and then a bus ride across the beautiful national...