On December 10th Intrepid was joined by a few seasoned travellers and fellow adventure operators to chat all things South America. Under the hashtag #IntrepidSA, we covered everything from epic scenery, delicious cuisine and hidden gems. Check out the full recap below.
Q1 – What is your favourite city in South America? #IntrepidSA
@GottaKeepMovin
A1. Loved Sucre in #Bolivia! Much calmer than La Paz, gorgeous colonial architecture, great locals #IntrepidSA pic.twitter.com/qjxsiQIHpP
— Emma Higgins (@GottaKeepMovin) December 10, 2014
@belgiumwithkids
Love Quito! #intrepidSA pic.twitter.com/Cuk4nypj7T — Véronique Autphenne (@belgiumwithkids) December 10, 2014
@AJElliottPhoto
A1:I loved Ayacucho in Peru – like a smaller, less-touristy version of Cusco! #IntrepidSA
— Alex Elliott (@AJElliottPhoto) December 10, 2014
@zztravels
A1 Cusco— charming, historic, breathtaking-literally @Intrepid_Travel #IntrepidSA — Cyndi Zona Zesk (@zztravels) December 10, 2014
@KiaraGallop
@Intrepid_Travel A1.Despite the crowds, I love Cusco – esp the artisan neighbourhood of San Blas. I love getting lost there! 🙂 #IntrepidSA
— GallopAroundTheGlobe (@KiaraGallop) December 10, 2014
Q2 – What is the most underrated destination in South America? #IntrepidSA
@Adventurecom
A2. Huacachina, Peru is underrated. This small city is a beautiful oasis in the middle of the desert. #intrepidSA pic.twitter.com/poOPlOCQDT — Adventure.com (@Adventurecom) December 10, 2014
@GoAwesomePlaces
I think Colombia always gets a bad rap but from what I’ve seen of places like Cartagena, its absolutely amazing @UrbanAdventures #IntrepidSA
— Will (@GoAwesomePlaces) December 10, 2014
@travellingjourno
A2: I hear and see Salt Flats in Bolivia is unreal. Where land meets sky #IntrepidSA — Cristina ✈ (@travelingjourno) December 10, 2014
@dailysuitcase
A2: I haven’t been, but methinks Uruguay is probably underrated, from what I’ve read. @BrandingLatAm #IntrepidSA
— Laura Powell (@dailysuitcase) December 10, 2014
Q3 – Have you stayed in a locals home? If not, is it something you’d be keen to do? #IntrepidSA
@libbyshabada
@Intrepid_Travel A3 stayed at a homestay in Ecuador. It was fantastic and the family was so kind #IntrepidSA pic.twitter.com/KOWUuX1AW5 — Libby Shabada (@libbyshabada) December 10, 2014
@clarenceb30
@Intrepid_Travel I can’t remember the name to be honest but here’s a pic of us dressed for dinner… #IntrepidSA pic.twitter.com/g9z0v8zyRa
— Claire Baxter (@clarenceb30) December 10, 2014
@cotarra_
A3 Definitely! It’s the best! Immersion at its finest. 🙂 #IntrepidSA — Cheenee Otarra (@cotarra_) December 10, 2014
@AMFraysh
A3: I stayed with a family on the outskirts of Antigua Guatemala with @Intrepid_Travel experience of a lifetime! #IntrepidSA
— Ashley (@AMFraysh) December 10, 2014
@KaraKaraLynn
A3: I did an @Intrepid_Travel homestay and it was one of the best, most humbling experiences I’ve ever had! #IntrepidSA — Kara Byrne (@KaraKaraLynn) December 10, 2014
@chjwolters
I Homestayed with a families on Lake Titicaca, Tucuman, Buenos Aires and Cuba. Absolutely would do it again! #IntrepidSA @Intrepid_Travel
— Christian Wolters (@chjwolters) December 10, 2014
Q4 – Foodies, what’s the best dish you’ve had in South America? #IntrepidSA
@MayaMark33
@Intrepid_Travel #lima #intrepidsa pic.twitter.com/ADIpYb1izO — Maya Markowitz (@MayaMark33) December 10, 2014
@UrbanAdventures
@MayaMark33 @Intrepid_Travel #IntrepidSA YAS! Dinner doesn’t get much fresher than this! pic.twitter.com/BIZPZOvQdx
— Urban Adventures (@UrbanAdventures) December 10, 2014
@seeusoontravel
A4 Not the most glamorous, but grilled beef and roasted potatoes cooked on the side of a mountain climbing the Inca Trail! #IntrepidSA — Arienne Parzei (@seeusoontravel) December 10, 2014
@JAalster
A4: @Intrepid_Travel sounds odd, but I had the best sushi in #Quito of all places. Foodie scene in #Lima is exploding too. #IntrepidSA
— Jared Alster (@JAalster) December 10, 2014
Q5 – Where would you head for the most breathtaking views? Patagonia? Machu Picchu? #IntrepidSA
@NomadicDuo
A5: Patagonia in a second! Its that place where I see pics and can’t help but be in awe. #IntrepidSA pic.twitter.com/63EUyfLjpr — Torontonian & Nomad (@NomadicDuo) December 10, 2014
@UrbanAdventures
A5. La Paz ain’t too shabby! #IntrepidSA pic.twitter.com/YOjaenrxDx
— Urban Adventures (@UrbanAdventures) December 10, 2014
@GottaKeepMovin
A5: Salt flats in Bolivia, of course! At sunrise, when the reflections are absolutely phenomenal #IntrepidSA pic.twitter.com/z0mXhGvUYt — Emma Higgins (@GottaKeepMovin) December 10, 2014
@Adventurecom
A5. @Intrepid_Travel Can’t go wrong with Torres del Paine National Park for a breathtaking view. #IntrepidSA pic.twitter.com/fIlsbYX1rZ
— Adventure.com (@Adventurecom) December 10, 2014
@ParmieP
.@NomadicDuo @Intrepid_Travel agreed, anywhere in Patagonia ..#IntrepidSA pic.twitter.com/HgYbLnZJUD — PlanetBlueAdv (Parm) (@ParmieP) December 10, 2014
@Taggio
Check out these views from the Galapagos. The 8hr hike was worth it http://t.co/RZX9VaiqLv #IntrepidSA
— Alicia (@Taggio) December 10, 2014
@LCBarnes
A5 Patagonia is next on my hit list. The W trek and Mt Fitzroy I am coming to get you http://t.co/wM2WY2WvDf #IntrepidSA @Intrepid_Travel — Leigh Barnes (@LCBarnes) December 10, 2014
Inspired? Check out Intrepid’s range of trips in South America – you’re sure to find an itinerary that suits.
Feature image c/o David Stanley, Flickr
