The LAN flight from Santiago passes quickly, and in no time we are disembarking in Auckland for a 45min stopover. My only ambition is for a quick shower before getting back on the plane. Auckland […]
One of my favourite places in the Atacama Desert is Salar de Tara. situated at a breath-taking 4000 metres above sea level. Nearby is Salar de Pujsa, home to a large number of Andean and […]
Today (New Year’s Day) is an all-day hike from Machuca to Rio Grande, starting at about 3400m, and descending on foot to about 2700m near to the village of Rio Grande. This is a gorgeous […]
I visited Lagunas Miscanti and Miniques on my first trip to San Pedro de Atacama in Chile in 2006, and wanted to revisit them to rework some photos. Pierre and I are also heading out to […]
It is absolute bliss to arrive at Awasi in San Pedro de Atacama for my second visit. Pure luxury by this stage is a shower that works, a comfortable pillow and a bed that is not made […]
An early start this morning, with geysers and lagunas on the agenda before crossing into Chile around midday. We start with the red lagoon, at around 4400m, famous for the red tint it shows from […]
