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Follow Enrico in his Sabbatical leave, a true life journey.

Enrico Bergamelli

M&A Vice President

01 Lima

Start of the adventure

02 Vinicunca mountain

also called Montana de Siete Colores. This beautiful formation, located at an altitude of 5200 metres, offers breathtaking views.

03 Arequipa

the second largest city in Peru and located to the south near the border with Chile, at the foot of the volcano El Misti. It is a city with a Catholic tradition and was formerly closer to the Spanish crown than the Inca

04 Colca Canyon

One of the deepest canyons in the world (4160 metres deep)

05 Paracas National Reserve

Peru's second largest city, it is located to the south near the border with Chile and lies at the foot of the volcano El Misti. It is a city with a Catholic tradition and was formerly closer to the Spanish crown than the Inca

06 Huaraz

Trekking to Laguna 513 at 4431 metres above sea level and the foot of Hualcán Mountain

07 Fortuna waterfall

Small national park where the Fortuna waterfall is located surrounded by greenery

08 Parco Nacional Arenal

Night walk in the forest near the Arenal National Park where there are incredible reptiles and amphibians

09 Parco Mistico Arena

Famous for its suspension bridges and wildlife.

10 Monteverde Cloud Forest Biological Preserve

11 Liberia

Costa Rica's second largest city by population and close to the border with Nicaragua.

12 Isola di Ometepe

Island in the middle of Lake Cocibolca

13 Parco Nazionale Manuel Antonio

Forest overlooking the ocean where wildlife is very active

14 Puerto Viejo

Village on the Caribbean coast with a very Criolla and Jamaican energy and culture.

15 Boca del Toro

Enrico's first scuba diving certificate

16 Panama City Canal

17 Cartagena

A quintessential colonial city renowned for the slave trade, with a well-preserved historic citadel, though the vendors can be overly persistent.

18 Santa Marta & Ciudad Perdida

After Cartagena, I headed to Santa Marta, the starting point for the stunning 4-day trek to Ciudad Perdida and a fascinating encounter with the Kogi and Wiwa tribes.

19 Parco Tayrona & Palomino

After returning to Santa Marta, I visited Tayrona Park and Palomino, before stopping again in Santa Marta for the Colombia-Argentina Copa America final, enjoying the atmosphere despite the loss.

20 Medellín & surroundings

Medellín offers a mix of industrial history, narcoterrorism legacy, Botero's art, and contrasts between revitalized and developing areas, plus exciting football and trips to Piedra del Peñol and Guatapé.

21 Bogotà

Bogotá, often underestimated by travelers, is actually quite interesting with its colonial architecture in La Candelaria, Botero and Gold museums, and residential areas like El Retiro.

22 Eje cafetero

In the coffee region, known for its high-quality coffee, I spent 4 days exploring Salento, Filandia, and the Cócora and La Carbonera valleys, famous for their wax palms and a 25 km downhill ride.

23 Cali

Although it is a bit dangerous, being the capital of salsa makes it extremely lively. 

24 Quito

Quito, Ecuador's capital at nearly 3,000 meters and crossed by the equator, is a clean city surrounded by mountains. I spent two enjoyable weeks there and saw a Copa Sudamericana match.

25 Otavalo

Named after the indigenous community famous for its wool production and traditional ponchos.

26 Cotopaxi National Park

Cotopaxi, the world's third-highest volcano at 5,872 meters, provided 3 days of relaxation and trekking; bad weather stopped the summit attempt, but lower hikes like Pasochoa were rewarding.

27 Baños

Baños is famous for its natural hot springs and adventure sports; I spent 3 days rafting and biking the scenic Ruta de las Cascadas.

28 Cuyabeno National Park

After three days in isolation at the Ecuador-Colombia-Peru border, I explored the Amazon, unsuccessfully searching for an anaconda, visiting the Siona community, and appreciating the rainforest's timeless beauty.

29 Cuenca

After 2 days in the city known for its well-preserved colonial architecture and UNESCO status, I still preferred Quito.