Travelogues Paraguay
50 Travel reports · Create a travel blog · About Vakantio
Vacation in Paraguay : Highlights & Travel Tips
Paraguay is one of South America’s most underrated destinations, appealing to travelers who want a more authentic, less touristy experience. What makes it special is its blend of indigenous Guaraní heritage, colonial history, relaxed pace, and warm hospitality. In Asunción, visitors can explore historic architecture, lively markets, riverfront views, and a growing food and nightlife scene, while towns such as Areguá offer artisan culture and a quieter glimpse into local life.
Beyond the capital, Paraguay rewards curious travelers with nature, history, and cultural depth. Highlights include the Jesuit Missions of La Santísima Trinidad de Paraná and Jesús de Tavarangue, both UNESCO-listed sites, the wetlands and wildlife of the Chaco, and the Itaipú Dam, one of the world’s largest hydroelectric projects. Travelers should be prepared for hot weather in much of the year, especially in summer, and Spanish and Guaraní are both widely spoken, so learning a few basic phrases can be helpful. Buses are the main form of transport for getting around, and carrying cash is useful outside major urban areas.
Best time to travel Paraguay
The best time to visit Paraguay is generally February and October, when travel interest peaks and conditions are often favorable for sightseeing and cultural exploration. March can also be a reasonable option, while the cooler, quieter months from April to August may suit travelers who prefer fewer crowds, though June and November popularity data is unavailable.
Best travel reports from Paraguay
Ciudad del Este
Since I had plenty of time, I spontaneously decided to make a little detour to Paraguay. First stop: Ciudad del Este. A city just behind the border with Argentina and Brazil....
Little cold coming on.. :-(
Day 2: 04.02.2018 Presentation of a technical masterpiece
Asuncion Day 2
Tuesday 10.03. At 10 o'clock we had 2 appointments at missions. One here in Asuncion and one about 40 km away. For this we divided up. I accompanied the mission here in...
Carne Karma
Our first real day in Paraguay started unexpectedly earlier than hoped. Probably due to a little jetlag. After a small breakfast, the expedition started right away: we were...
We are going to Paraguay!
Our departure into new territory, into the unknown, into exciting and not least the beginning of realizing a dream.. We are going to Paraguay!
Paraguay, Caacupé
Railway Museum which unfortunately was closed. Largest church in Paraguay, not very impressive and a place for Chris to park. Here, the overhaul of the steering rod was on the...
Ciudad del Este/Paraguay
Friday 06.03. We left Paso de los Libres at 7 o'clock. The passport control from Argentina to Paraguay took about 1.5 hours. At the first gas station in Paraguay, we could see a...
Argentina/Paraguay - a summary
Our conclusion about our short time in Argentina and Paraguay.
Paraguay, Independence
Paraguay, land of emigrants! It's hot and has 95% humidity, or it rains and then has 100% humidity.
Asuncion Day 1
Monday, 09.03. Since we didn't have any appointments today, we were in the city with Sebastian, one of the bikers from last night, in the morning. He showed us the most...
Bus ride home
May 3-6, 2018 Three night rides in three days and a total of about 60 hours on the bus from Bolivia to Paraguay. 🇧🇴🔜🇵🇾
Paraguay, Asuncion
Here in Asuncion, poverty is even more apparent than before. A street festival has invigorated the situation a bit.
Paraguay, Itaipu Dam
Here we met old and new friends.
0_1 Travel to Paraguay 🇵🇾
Every beginning of something new also means the end of something existing. I booked the trip three weeks ago and the time until departure passed very quickly. I flew on Thursday...
Iguazu Falls
We are deeply impressed. See for yourself!!
Asuncion (Paraguay)
05.01.2019 - 08.01.2019
- 1
- 2