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Our guides to South and Central America for UK travellers, from the best time to go to how to fit two countries into one trip.
The Inca Trail to Machu Picchu: A UK Traveller's Guide
How to walk the Inca Trail to Machu Picchu: permits, the 4-day route, difficulty, best time to go, and alternatives if it's sold out.
Best Time to Visit Peru: Machu Picchu, the Andes & When to Go
A Peru specialist's month-by-month guide, the dry season, and the surprising best time for Machu Picchu, the Inca Trail, the Amazon and the Lima coast.
Galápagos Cruise vs Land-Based: Which Is Right for You?
A Galápagos specialist compares cruise vs land-based island-hopping, cost, wildlife, seasickness and who each suits. Find the right way to see the islands.
Best Time to Visit the Galápagos: A Month-by-Month Wildlife Guide
A Galápagos specialist's month-by-month guide to weather, wildlife and calm seas. Find the best time to visit for snorkelling, whale sharks and baby sea lions.
Ecuador Travel Guide 2026: Andes, Amazon & the Galapagos
Complete Ecuador travel guide for UK visitors. Galapagos, Quito, Cotopaxi, Amazon rainforest, Cuenca and more. Visas, safety and best time to visit.
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