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Expect the Unexpected: Navigating Andes Travel & Lunar Weather

Traveling through the Andes requires flexibility, patience, and local wisdom. Discover how full and new moons influence Andean rainfall—and follow our RSS news feed to stay informed before you hit the road.

  • by Kathy Jarvis
    Cusco with Kids Are you planning a family holiday to Peru and wondering how to keep children entertained in Cusco? Read on for our favourite family-friendly activities in and around the city. While Cusco is best known as the gateway to Machu Picchu, it is also a really family-friendly […]
  • by Kathy Jarvis
    Inca Quarry Day Walk from Ollantaytambo Kathy was out in Peru this April checking out the new Lima airport, hotel options, and taking time to trek some of the routes she hadn’t been on for a few years. Warming Up for the High Andes “Early in the trip I […]
  • by Tom Shearman
    When Is the Best Time to Visit the Galapagos Islands? The best time to visit the Galapagos Islands depends on what you want from your tour: Dec to May: warm, calm seas, best for snorkelling Jun to Nov: cooler, richer marine life, best for diving Wildlife: year-round on the […]
  • by Tom Shearman
    Best Time to Visit Bolivia: Weather, Seasons & Month-by-Month Guide The best time to visit Bolivia is during the dry season from May to October, when clear skies and stable weather make travel easiest across the Andes, Uyuni Salt Flats, and Lake Titicaca. However, Bolivia is a year-round destination. […]
  • by Tom Shearman
    Peru: Weather and Season Travel Guide The best time to visit Peru is May to September, during the dry season in the Andes. This period offers clear skies, excellent trekking conditions, and ideal weather for visiting Machu Picchu, Cusco, and the Sacred Valley. However, the best time can vary […]
  • by Tom Shearman
    Andean Trails Review: Patagonia Highlights Trekking Tour The brief: A once-in-a-lifetime trip for a honeymoon, exploring Patagonia. The solution: Three national parks in two weeks on our Patagonia Highlights trip.     Tyler and Khalid approached Andean Trails in September 2024, looking for the perfect honeymoon after their June […]
Current Lunar Phase
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Arica, Región de Arica y Parinacota, Chile
Moonrise12:00 AM
Moonset11:38 AM
Dawn5:51 AM
Dusk7:42 PM
Illumination54%
Calculated locally by Celestial Web Development for 2026-08-05. Times use America/Santiago. Dawn/Dusk are astronomical twilight. Results may vary from other services due to calculation and horizon assumptions.

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🇧🇴 Discover Bolivia: From the Mirror of the Sky to the Deep Amazon Jungle! Craving raw adventure at affordable prices? From the sacred, glistening waters of Lake Titicaca to the infinite white horizons of the Salar de Uyuni and the deep, organic low-land jungle tours of Sapecho, Bolivia offers experiences that will change you forever.

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🇨🇱 Explore Chile: From the Driest Desert on Earth to the Edge of Antarctica! Ready for pure adventure? Journey through a land of staggering extremes. From the endless, star-filled skies of the Atacama Desert in the north to the jagged granite peaks of Patagonia and the frozen wonders of Tierra del Fuego, Chile offers breathtaking landscapes that will leave you speechless.

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🇵🇪 Discover Peru: From the Capital of the Incas to the White City and Beyond! Ready to uncover the treasures of the Inca Empire? Peru is a world of breathtaking contrasts waiting to be explored. From the ancient cobblestone streets of Cusco and the iconic peaks of Machu Picchu to the stunning colonial architecture of Arequipa (the “White City”), the coastal culinary magic of Lima, and deep expeditions into the Amazon jungle and pristine beaches, Peru offers raw, unforgettable adventures.
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Whether you need a quick flight across the Andes, a a nice place to stay surrounded by desert dunes, or a guided trek to ancient citadels, Via Andina Travel connects you to the best of South America.