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I’m a solo female traveller looking to spend two weeks backpacking in South America, my first time on the continent. Where should I go?
Travelling solo in South America may sound daunting to some, but the backpacker trail is wellestablished, with plenty of friendly hostels and English-speaking tours. Of course, it’s a huge continent and two weeks isn’t long, so it’s best to focus on just one or two countries.
Peru is a great starting point, bursting with historic cities and diverse landscapes. From Lima, head to Puerto Maldonado, gateway to the Amazon. Stay at the budget Tambopata Hostel and from there book an overnight jungle trip, sleeping in an
