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Tuesday, June 24, 2014
Peru Notes
http://horcamoto.com/2014/06/09/adventure-on-the-backroads-to-huancabamba/
http://elviajedeunamotoquera.wordpress.com/contacto/
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Acjanaco pass
Sacred Valley of the Incas
http://www.advrider.com/forums/showthread.php?t=700838
Couple report
http://www.advrider.com/forums/showthread.php?t=541194&page=9
Thanks Steve,
All the motorcycle travelers are welcome to our place, we are located in Lima Peru, near to the Panamericana Sur highway
We are official representatives for Touratech in Peru and we are also importers of Heidenau tires, Nolan helmets and Rev'it gear.
We have also implemented a workshop for tire changing / balancing, basic maintenance and an area for washing bikes.
Our address is:
Av Los Faisanes 196, Chorrillos Lima - Peru
email : ventas@motoviajerosperu.com
website : www.motoviajerosperu.com
Gps coordinates S 12º 10' 847" W 077º 00' 128"
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http://www.advrider.com/forums/showpost.php?p=11926408&postcount=31
For all those interested on reaching Aguascalientes/Macchupicchu from the back (via Sta Teresa), I did the trip last december 2009. The tour is sold in cusco for those not riding. The cost was $190 everything included (not expensive) Taking you in a new Renault Van for 12 people (nice people) that you'll enjoy the whole 2 days. The road is magnificent and some kind dangerous sometime but the driver does a good job. You go up to 4000 mts altitude for about 2hrs, good asphalted road, snow peaks w/ glaciers are marvelous views (it is cold). Then you start descending to 2500 mts. along the Urubamba river canyon, gorgeous jungle type of landscape (dirt nice road, be prepare because is stony, but nice waterfalls and river bridge crossings).
After another 2 hours trip we reached Santa Teresa , have lunch in a OK restaurant included in the package. Then another few miles and we get into the hidro electric town and the train station. Trains leave mid morning and 4:30 pm . The trip is excellent, some people walk the tracks (around 12 kilometers) which is a 30 minutes train ride.
We spent the night at a hostel (ok) included dinner, breakfast in a bag for Machupicchu. The bus to Machu is $14 dollars round trip. Some people climb the road at 4am but I think is for well prepared bodies, because is half night and probably wet. Coming down is another story but we were tired because we climbed the waynapicchu (tallest mountain in machupicchu, an epic, must do climbing, we did it!! and almost fall).
After Machupicchu we came back around 11 am to Aguas Calientes, have something to eat and take the train at 12:30 back to Hidro. Then the same trip back to Cusco in the van (got there at 10pm).
SEE MY PHOTO LINK OF THIS TRIP AT:
http://www.flickr.com/photos/sameric...59952328/show/
I think for people riding a bike is a nice option because you are saving on the van trip. The train is ship ship costing only $5 -10 bucks to foreigners.
You must arrange in Sta Teresa with a local to keep the bike for 2 days. Have gas whenever you can, I didn't see any pump along the dirt road until Sta. Teresa.
RECOMMENDED!! This option is worth.
Peru Route Question
http://www.advrider.com/forums/showthread.php?t=603606
NOV 17 note: Read this again - good route to MP, etc : http://www.advrider.com/forums/showthread.php?t=810189&highlight=Machu&page=25
http://elviajedeunamotoquera.wordpress.com/contacto/
he locals assured us that a route traversed the mountains all the way to Huancabamba, so we duly set off. After fifty kilometres we bade farewell to the asphalt, as the road turned to dirt and switch-backed its way up into the foothills and onwards to the village of Ayabaca. Set around a plaza with a simple but imposing church painted a warm, sandy orange, most of the houses were built from traditional adobe, giving the village an air of permanence. That ‘Peru feel’ was very much back; the villages of Ecuador we had previously stayed in felt somewhat hollow and characterless in comparison. We stayed in a simple hostel opposite the John Lennon Disco Bar. Whilst we see the effects of ‘globalisation’ everywhere we go now, I couldn’t help being struck by how a kid from Liverpool with a talent for song-writing ended up colourfully adorning a wall in a Peruvian mountain village.
The following morning we set off with vague directions from the locals. It quickly became apparent that we were now entering a very remote and rural part of Peru. Elsewhere when I have ridden dirt roads through the mountains, it hasn’t been unusual to encounter a battered old bus hurtling around a corner as it does the local run between villages. But that wasn’t going to happen here. We were riding nothing more than tracks, and the further eastwards we went, the more unused these tracks became.l
___________
Acjanaco pass
Sacred Valley of the Incas
http://www.advrider.com/forums/showthread.php?t=700838
Couple report
http://www.advrider.com/forums/showthread.php?t=541194&page=9
Thanks Steve,
All the motorcycle travelers are welcome to our place, we are located in Lima Peru, near to the Panamericana Sur highway
We are official representatives for Touratech in Peru and we are also importers of Heidenau tires, Nolan helmets and Rev'it gear.
We have also implemented a workshop for tire changing / balancing, basic maintenance and an area for washing bikes.
Our address is:
Av Los Faisanes 196, Chorrillos Lima - Peru
email : ventas@motoviajerosperu.com
website : www.motoviajerosperu.com
Gps coordinates S 12º 10' 847" W 077º 00' 128"
-------
http://www.advrider.com/forums/showpost.php?p=11926408&postcount=31
For all those interested on reaching Aguascalientes/Macchupicchu from the back (via Sta Teresa), I did the trip last december 2009. The tour is sold in cusco for those not riding. The cost was $190 everything included (not expensive) Taking you in a new Renault Van for 12 people (nice people) that you'll enjoy the whole 2 days. The road is magnificent and some kind dangerous sometime but the driver does a good job. You go up to 4000 mts altitude for about 2hrs, good asphalted road, snow peaks w/ glaciers are marvelous views (it is cold). Then you start descending to 2500 mts. along the Urubamba river canyon, gorgeous jungle type of landscape (dirt nice road, be prepare because is stony, but nice waterfalls and river bridge crossings).
After another 2 hours trip we reached Santa Teresa , have lunch in a OK restaurant included in the package. Then another few miles and we get into the hidro electric town and the train station. Trains leave mid morning and 4:30 pm . The trip is excellent, some people walk the tracks (around 12 kilometers) which is a 30 minutes train ride.
We spent the night at a hostel (ok) included dinner, breakfast in a bag for Machupicchu. The bus to Machu is $14 dollars round trip. Some people climb the road at 4am but I think is for well prepared bodies, because is half night and probably wet. Coming down is another story but we were tired because we climbed the waynapicchu (tallest mountain in machupicchu, an epic, must do climbing, we did it!! and almost fall).
After Machupicchu we came back around 11 am to Aguas Calientes, have something to eat and take the train at 12:30 back to Hidro. Then the same trip back to Cusco in the van (got there at 10pm).
SEE MY PHOTO LINK OF THIS TRIP AT:
http://www.flickr.com/photos/sameric...59952328/show/
I think for people riding a bike is a nice option because you are saving on the van trip. The train is ship ship costing only $5 -10 bucks to foreigners.
You must arrange in Sta Teresa with a local to keep the bike for 2 days. Have gas whenever you can, I didn't see any pump along the dirt road until Sta. Teresa.
RECOMMENDED!! This option is worth.
Peru Route Question
http://www.advrider.com/forums/showthread.php?t=603606
NOV 17 note: Read this again - good route to MP, etc : http://www.advrider.com/forums/showthread.php?t=810189&highlight=Machu&page=25
Colombia Notes
In Colombia:
After landing in Carti:
Santa Blanca, Taganga,
http://advrider.com/forums/showthread.php?p=23717401&highlight=Taganga#post23717401
Costeno is heaven… The beach that it sits on just east of Parque Tayrona doesn't even have a name (Costeno is just the name of the hotel/surf camp). That said, my attempts stopping in small towns along the way asking "donde esta Playa Costeno?" were all failures. I ended up blowing by the sign and riding up the coast for about 45mins farther than I should, but with absolutely no complaints. The road leading to Tayrona and then winding up the coast is stunning. At some points you have lush jungle covered mountains on your right, deserted white sand beaches with emerald water on your left, and snow covered glaciers in the background. It really was spectacular. After realizing that I had gone too far, I backtracked and eventually found the marked turnoff that I missed earlier.
The place was opened three years ago by a cool Canadian cat named Brian. He searched for property for some time and eventually came across this place. What started out as a surf camp with several boards and a tent has since blossomed and become more popular, and for good reason. The first two nights Vylan and I shared a beach hut, which was amazing. My bed was about 20 steps away from the ocean, which made sleeping quite easy. After the first two nights I ended up moving into a hammock in a covered area to save a bit of money, which was quite nice as well. This place is really special… the sounds of the surf, wildlife chirping and chatting away, beautiful views all around, and general pleasantness makes lazing around from hammock to hammock all day very, very easy. I've been to countless beaches/coasts during my travels and costeno, along with the surrounding area, is definitely one of my favorites of all time. I can't remember seeing an area with as much undeveloped pristine beach area. You can walk for miles in any direction and not see another soul. Unreal.
from Onzaga down
http://www.advrider.com/forums/showthread.php?t=831076&highlight=peru&page=109
In the pueble of Susacan GPS waypoint:
La Violeta Hospedaje. Very charming place
N 6º 13.699'
W 72º 41.349'
http://placesbeyond.com/old-road-barichara/
While doing some research I came across a blog by Adventures 57 about the Top 10 Motorcycle Routes in Colombia. Check out their other suggested routes. This ride to Barichara was great.
I think this carretera 55 will be paved all the way before too long so better hurry up if you want some mocha action
one of the roads I like the most here in Colombia is the one from Santa Marta, north to Riohacha. The coastal twisty roads are something else, and the sea on your side is the perfect companion. Further north you could reach the Cabo de la Vela, where sand dunes melt on the sea and little cabañas with hammocks await for unforgettable nights with clear skies. (most of the time :P)
I would recommend anyone to stay at the Amber Hostel in Cartagena. It is quite nice. I have been hanging out with the backpackers.
Taganga Hostel Techos Azules
I am listening to your excellent advice. Headed to Cabo de la Vela as soon as I can leave Taganga and Tayrona.
he was going to Palomino to the Dreamer Hostel on the beach for the weekend
Got a bed in the dormitory for 29,000 pesos (16.67)
and went swimming in the pool:
Have been off the grid for a while camping out at Cabo de la Vela. It is a hauntingly beautiful and stark place. My thanks to Estabansos for suggesting this little detour to the upper reaches of the Eastern Colombian coastline. I had no idea what to expect other than the fact that it looked like it was out in the middle of nowhere in a fairly remote region with no apparent towns around.
Waypoint:
N 12º 11.831'
W 72º 08.845'
10,000 pesos to camp (5.75).
Nothing but curves and corkscrew hairpins for 150 miles on carretera 62 from Puerto Berrios to Medellin
pg 139
http://en.wikivoyage.org/wiki/Colombia
http://wikioverland.org/Colombia
http://afewmoremiles.com/category/colombia/
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lS4MUi_BhCM
look at this for locations (2 Kiwis)
http://s1263.photobucket.com/user/Twomotokiwis/library/?sort=6&page=1
http://www.advrider.com/forums/showthread.php?t=789269&highlight=Moto+Kiwis&page=129
http://www.twomotokiwis.com/
Camping in Colombia maps:
https://maps.google.com/maps/ms?msa=0&msid=215088360723488373423.0004d84e4fc177553b874&dg=feature
http://seventeenbysix.wordpress.com/
https://maps.google.com/maps/ms?msa=0&msid=212355592093122775081.0004c64f356b37a8b24f7&ie=UTF8&t=m&ll=7.950437,-74.443359&spn=6.959467,6.569824&z=6&source=embed&dg=feature
Barichara:
http://www.advrider.com/forums/showthread.php?t=917572&page=17
Road less traveled: Mompox.
http://comosur.com/2014/05/20/travel-tuesday-mompox-colombia-via-the-road-less-traveled/
Medellin:
My home for the week in Medellin was a private room at Yellowhouse hostel in the La Floresta neighborhood. Close to the metro, walking distance to the grocery store, ATMs, parks, shops and restaurants. Total cost for 6 nights (including breakfast) was COP$450,000 or around $250 in US dollars.
Recommendation for Black Sheep Hostel
good link about medellin:
http://www.nomadicmatt.com/travel-blogs/ultimate-list-medellin/
Best Hostels - including Gautape
http://medellinliving.com/best-hostels/
After landing in Carti:
Santa Blanca, Taganga,
http://advrider.com/forums/showthread.php?p=23717401&highlight=Taganga#post23717401
Costeno is heaven… The beach that it sits on just east of Parque Tayrona doesn't even have a name (Costeno is just the name of the hotel/surf camp). That said, my attempts stopping in small towns along the way asking "donde esta Playa Costeno?" were all failures. I ended up blowing by the sign and riding up the coast for about 45mins farther than I should, but with absolutely no complaints. The road leading to Tayrona and then winding up the coast is stunning. At some points you have lush jungle covered mountains on your right, deserted white sand beaches with emerald water on your left, and snow covered glaciers in the background. It really was spectacular. After realizing that I had gone too far, I backtracked and eventually found the marked turnoff that I missed earlier.
The place was opened three years ago by a cool Canadian cat named Brian. He searched for property for some time and eventually came across this place. What started out as a surf camp with several boards and a tent has since blossomed and become more popular, and for good reason. The first two nights Vylan and I shared a beach hut, which was amazing. My bed was about 20 steps away from the ocean, which made sleeping quite easy. After the first two nights I ended up moving into a hammock in a covered area to save a bit of money, which was quite nice as well. This place is really special… the sounds of the surf, wildlife chirping and chatting away, beautiful views all around, and general pleasantness makes lazing around from hammock to hammock all day very, very easy. I've been to countless beaches/coasts during my travels and costeno, along with the surrounding area, is definitely one of my favorites of all time. I can't remember seeing an area with as much undeveloped pristine beach area. You can walk for miles in any direction and not see another soul. Unreal.
from Onzaga down
http://www.advrider.com/forums/showthread.php?t=831076&highlight=peru&page=109
In the pueble of Susacan GPS waypoint:
La Violeta Hospedaje. Very charming place
N 6º 13.699'
W 72º 41.349'
http://placesbeyond.com/old-road-barichara/
While doing some research I came across a blog by Adventures 57 about the Top 10 Motorcycle Routes in Colombia. Check out their other suggested routes. This ride to Barichara was great.
I think this carretera 55 will be paved all the way before too long so better hurry up if you want some mocha action
one of the roads I like the most here in Colombia is the one from Santa Marta, north to Riohacha. The coastal twisty roads are something else, and the sea on your side is the perfect companion. Further north you could reach the Cabo de la Vela, where sand dunes melt on the sea and little cabañas with hammocks await for unforgettable nights with clear skies. (most of the time :P)
I would recommend anyone to stay at the Amber Hostel in Cartagena. It is quite nice. I have been hanging out with the backpackers.
Taganga Hostel Techos Azules
I am listening to your excellent advice. Headed to Cabo de la Vela as soon as I can leave Taganga and Tayrona.
he was going to Palomino to the Dreamer Hostel on the beach for the weekend
Got a bed in the dormitory for 29,000 pesos (16.67)
and went swimming in the pool:
Have been off the grid for a while camping out at Cabo de la Vela. It is a hauntingly beautiful and stark place. My thanks to Estabansos for suggesting this little detour to the upper reaches of the Eastern Colombian coastline. I had no idea what to expect other than the fact that it looked like it was out in the middle of nowhere in a fairly remote region with no apparent towns around.
Waypoint:
N 12º 11.831'
W 72º 08.845'
10,000 pesos to camp (5.75).
Nothing but curves and corkscrew hairpins for 150 miles on carretera 62 from Puerto Berrios to Medellin
pg 139
http://en.wikivoyage.org/wiki/Colombia
http://wikioverland.org/Colombia
http://afewmoremiles.com/category/colombia/
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lS4MUi_BhCM
look at this for locations (2 Kiwis)
http://s1263.photobucket.com/user/Twomotokiwis/library/?sort=6&page=1
http://www.advrider.com/forums/showthread.php?t=789269&highlight=Moto+Kiwis&page=129
http://www.twomotokiwis.com/
Camping in Colombia maps:
https://maps.google.com/maps/ms?msa=0&msid=215088360723488373423.0004d84e4fc177553b874&dg=feature
http://seventeenbysix.wordpress.com/
Top 10 motorcycle roads in Colombia. Barichara-Zapatoca-Giron
http://blog.adventures57.com/blog/https://maps.google.com/maps/ms?msa=0&msid=212355592093122775081.0004c64f356b37a8b24f7&ie=UTF8&t=m&ll=7.950437,-74.443359&spn=6.959467,6.569824&z=6&source=embed&dg=feature
Barichara:
http://www.advrider.com/forums/showthread.php?t=917572&page=17
Road less traveled: Mompox.
http://comosur.com/2014/05/20/travel-tuesday-mompox-colombia-via-the-road-less-traveled/
Medellin:
My home for the week in Medellin was a private room at Yellowhouse hostel in the La Floresta neighborhood. Close to the metro, walking distance to the grocery store, ATMs, parks, shops and restaurants. Total cost for 6 nights (including breakfast) was COP$450,000 or around $250 in US dollars.
Recommendation for Black Sheep Hostel
good link about medellin:
http://www.nomadicmatt.com/travel-blogs/ultimate-list-medellin/
Best Hostels - including Gautape
http://medellinliving.com/best-hostels/
4. Urban Buddha and The Pit Stop Hostel (tie)
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