I was looking forward to ride the mountain ranges of the Andes again and after an early start and a small breakfast I was on my way to my destination of the day, Cusco – the gateway to Machu Pichu.
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Day 72 – 73: Tambopata National Park – An Expedition Into the Amazon
Puerto Maldonado is not just a great place for hanging out and enjoying the Peruvian gastronomy but also an excellent hub to explore the rich biodiversity of the Amazon in the Tambopata National Park.
GHT Overland Podcast – Overlanding The Americas Solo
Dominik of @zenmotero drops wisdom for all overland travelers in this weeks Podcast. Much like life itself, your method of adventure will come in endless styles. However the life learnings and experiences lived in each community, each culture will always be what stands out the most. Chris and Lisa, GHT Overland Podcast
Day 71: Rio Branco to Puerto Maldonado – Border Crossing Challenge
After a typical Brazilian “café da manhã” (breakfast) with “pão de queijo” (Cheese bread), “misto” (Cheese-Ham-Sandwich) and cafe I hit the road again. A short detour lead me back to the main road and I was on my way to Peru, the Amazon and Machu Pichu…
Day 70: Porto Velho to Rio Branco – A Cool Old Market in Town
I had again a long day ahead of me… this time not on a ferry but on “Fury” my motorcycle. Marianna wanted to explore the Amazon in Peru and we agreed to meet in Puerto Maldonado. Reaching the “border town” in one day was impossible and so I decided to split the journey into 2 […]
Day 65 to 69: Manaus to Porto Velho – A Special Birthday on the Rio Madeira
It is dark… the lights of the houses and ships across the other side of the river are shining bright while our boat Vieira II slowly leaves the harbour of Manaus…