South America

When I started full-time slow travelling and living as a digital nomad, I specifically wanted to go to South America. On earlier travels, I had felt inspired by the continent's expression through music and dance, the rhythm and creativity across cultures, and the variety of beautiful landscapes.

Whether you want to learn how to kitesurf in Máncora, Peru, drink Ayahuasca or try kambô in Argentina, or are curious about Indigenous philosophies in Brazil... My travel guides and stories on South America will hopefully inspire you and give you practical tips and advice!

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Crossing the Amazon Rainforest in Peru: Travelling by Boat from Yurimaguas to Iquitos

I crossed the entire Amazon rainforest, travelling from Peru to Suriname. In this post I will give you all the details on how to get from Yurimaguas to Iquitos - either with a fast boat (in 24 hours) via Nauta, or with the slow boat in 3 nights, sleeping in hammocks. Incl. what it costs to travel from Yurimaguas to Iquitos, what to do in Yurimaguas, what to do in Iquitos, and how safe I felt as a solo female traveller (safe!).

2 days ago13 min read

The 6 Best Cafes in Máncora, Peru — Including My Digital Nomad Rating

The best six cafés in Máncora, Peru for travellers and digital nomads that I have found after two months of staying here.

Sep 24, 20254 min read

Creative Container and Co-Living in Máncora Peru

I am hosting a creative container & co-living in Máncora, Peru in November and December 2025. This page hopefully contains all the information you need, feel free to reach out with questions either via e-mail or my instagram (@iam_allovertheplace)! I am a slow traveller, digital nomad and online master student and one of the things I am missing most with this - although beautiful and inspiring - lifestyle is community...

Sep 13, 202510 min read

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